Your guide to the best things to do in the city.
Coventry's role in the 1605 Gunpowder Plot centred on Princess Elizabeth at Coombe Abbey and The Bull Inn as a meeting place. The post traces the plot's wider Warwickshire sites and its violent aftermath.
Artists Katy and Rebecca Beinart are in residence at The Herbert, developing collaborative work inspired by their grandmother's civil rights archive, with an open studio and a creative writing workshop.
Family session for young children to explore the Herbert's art collections through songs, stories, movement and sensory play.
Exhibition by British artist Jonny Ambrose of geometric artworks inspired by Britain's wartime camouflage and automotive design.
Fine-dining evening with a talk by crime historian Adam Wood and chef Sarah Jenkins of Host Dining, pairing a luxury menu with a notorious historic murder.
Free, artist-led multi-sensory creative session for children aged 0-4 and their grown-ups, led by musician Beth Hopkins.
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The Archers: Live at 75 comes to Butterworth Hall at Warwick Arts Centre on Wednesday 25 November at 7:30pm. The show is currently sold out, but a waiting list is available, with tickets £40.50 to £60.50 and a 14+ age recommendation.
Love Coventry is a charity shop in Sparkbrook Street Industrial Estate selling pre-loved furniture, household goods and clothing at affordable prices. Reviews highlight its stock changes, friendly staff, free collection and local delivery options.
Immersive dining experience where a professional actor hosts a mystery and deception game across a three-course dinner for up to 12 guests.
Free, artist-led multi-sensory creative session for children aged 0-4 and their grown-ups, led by musician Beth Hopkins.
New 2026 Christmas light trail with thousands of lights, a glowing pathway, music and a Snow Goblin at The Rose & Crown in Wolston, designed for families.
Stand-up show 'Bath Mat' by Phil Ellis, the new national tour of the Taskmaster star after his 2025 Edinburgh Fringe wins.
Stand-up show 'Maverick' by comedian Aurie Styla, exploring work-life balance, family and relationships, on his UK tour.
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Stand-up show 'Vaudevillean' by Bill Bailey, mixing comedy, songs and vaudeville skills, at the Coventry Building Society Arena.
Youth drama festival in which students from more than 350 schools perform abridged Shakespeare plays on the Belgrade stage.
Stand-up show 'Bad Influence' by Jack Whitehall, his first arena tour since 2023, at the Coventry Building Society Arena.
