What's on inCoventry


Welcome to Coventry

Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting Coventry - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.

Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in Coventry to suit all the family, whatever the weather.

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Forthcoming events in Coventry

08
MAY
Seven Drunken Nights
Belgrade Theatres

Dont miss it‐ IRISH WORLDIn partnership with Tourism Ireland and in association with legendary Irish pub ODonoghues Seven Drunken Nights tells the story of a career spanning 50 years and invokes the spirit of Ronnie Drew Luke Kelly Barney McKenna John Sheahan…

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11
MAY
Sir Tim Rice: My Life in Musicals
Belgrade Theatre

The show will see Tim Rice reflect on his illustrious career at the heart of musical theatre sharing anecdotes behind the songs the hits and the misses along with stories of his life and live performances from the wonderful catalogue of…

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14
MAY
The Boy at The Back of The Class
Belgrade Theatre

Hes nine years old just like me but hes very strange. He never talks and never smiles and doesnt like sweets not even lemon sherbets which are my favouriteAfter learning that he has fled his own war‐torn country Ahmets classmates have…

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20
MAY
Swim, Aunty, Swim
Belgrade Theatre

DAT REN WE BIT BITA‐LIF SOTE I BITA NA‐IN BIT SHUGA KEN SOTE I SWIT Krio ProverbTranslation: The same rain that beats bitter‐leaf until its bitter beats sugar cane until its sweet.Fatu is in search of a new life and a…

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20
MAY
Grease the Musical
Belgrade Theatre

After a whirlwind summer romance leather‐clad greaser Danny and girl‐next‐door Sandy are unexpectedly reunited when she transfers to Rydell High. But can they survive the trials and tribulations and find true love once moreWith its phenomenal score bursting with hits including Summer…

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29
MAY
sing-a-long-a Matilda
Belgrade Theatre

From the producers of Sing‐a‐Long‐a Sound of Music and Sing‐a‐Long‐a Frozen.Now is your chance to interact with this incredible tale of a little girl making her great escape Find the magic inside of you and join our gang at the latest film…

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31
MAY
Spot's Birthday Party
Belgrade Theatre

With party hats songs dancing and lots of interactive party games this is going to be the best birthday party everJoin Steve the Monkey Tom the Crocodile and Helen the Hippo to say a big HAPPY BIRTHDAY SPOTBased on the beloved Eric…

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17
JUN
Julius Caesar
Belgrade Theatre

Theyve had enough Rome is in chaos trust in the government is weak and the emperors fate is written in the stars or the entrails of a goat. The peasants are revolting as the most famous political coup in literature is…

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19
JUN
What's love got to do with it
Belgrade Theatre

Brought to you by the award‐winning producers behind the hugely successful Whitney Queen Of The Night Whats Love Got To Do With It pays homage to one of the most iconic and much‐loved musical artists of the 20th Century: the legendary…

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24
JUN
Tales from The Solana and Beyond – An Evening wi
The Albany Theatre

Embark on a captivating journey through television history with Tales from The Solana and Beyond An Evening with Tim Healy Sherrie Hewson and Crissy Rock. Immerse yourself in the star‐studded world of UK television as these three icons share the stage…

Category: Miscellaneous

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26
JUN
Catherine Bohart
Belgrade Theatre

And adulthood frankly isnt living up to her expectations. Join this effortless Chortle star in the making Skinny for a hilariously twisted second coming‐of‐age saga as she reckons with death obsessed parents living in a house share with OCD and queer reproduction…

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28
JUN
Simon and Garfunkel Story
Belgrade Theatres

The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe making it a must‐see international sensation.Using huge projection photos and original film footage the international hit show also features a full live band performing all the hits including: Mrs Robinson…

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29
JUN
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
Coventry Cathedral

Enjoy an outstanding evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of Coventry CathedralThe exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldis timeless classic The Four Seasons and other works by candlelight in the beautiful setting of Coventry Cathedral. The evening…

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02
JUL
Frankie Goes to Bollywood
Belgrade Theatres

From the makers of Britains Got Bhangra comes the world premiere of a new British musical.Get ready to be swept away into the dazzling world of BollywoodRifcos most ambitious musical yet Frankie Goes to Bollywood is a breathtakingly colourful journey of romance…

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25
JUL
Fleetwood Mac Legacy
Belgrade Theatre

Go Your Own Way is a brand new spellbinding show featuring the music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac.Their rock n roll legacy is beautifully performed by a highly talented and acclaimed ensemble of musicians who will take audiences…

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25
JUL
Peppa Pig Fun Day Out
Belgrade Theatre

Join Peppa along with her family and friends as they go to the zoo and also the beach for a special party‐ its going to be an exciting and fun packed day.Prepare to sing and dance with colourful scarecrows feed the penguins…

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25
JUL
My Mother’s Funeral: The Show
Belgrade Theatre

Did you know how expensive it is to die Its £4000 for the funeral. Extra for flowers. And even more if you want sausage rolls. Otherwise she will get a paupers burial.Then when a theatre suddenly pulls out of Abigails new project…

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30
AUG
The Ronnie Scott's Story
Belgrade Theatre

The Ronnie Scotts All Stars take to the stage to celebrate the The Ronnie Scotts Story.Set amongst the dive bars and jazz jook joints of Londons Soho we hear about the desperate hand‐to‐mouth finances of the early years and the frequent police…

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04
SEP
Buffy Revamped
Belgrade Theatre

This fast‐paced gem brings you the entire 144 episodes of the hit 90s TV show Buffy the Vampire Slayer as told through the eyes of the one person who knows it inside out Spike. Buffy Revamped tours the UK following its award‐winning…

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11
SEP
Please Do Not Touch
Belgrade Theatre

Mason is an activist. Hes always been able to talk his way out of trouble win any argument and speak out against injustice until an incident in a heritage house takes all that away from him. How do you keep speaking up…

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20
SEP
West End Magic
The Albany Theatre

Hosted by multi‐award‐winning member of the Magic Circle Oliver Tabor West End Magic presents a mystical line‐up of phenomenal acts selected from the most exciting names in magic and variety in the UK. From daring escapes to entrancing illusions and comedy audiences…

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23
SEP
Play On!
Belgrade Theatre

They all say that women will never be taken seriously in a mans world. Our protagonist is determined to prove them wrong but howA cunning gender swap gives Vy access to her idol the Duke and nightclub sensation Lady Liv. Vys…

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23
SEP
Destinys
Belgrade Theatre

Destiny dreams big. She dreams glamour. Shes gonna be an MTV Base backing dancer you watch. If J‐Lo can make it outta the Bronx then Destiny can make it off the Hill Rise estate in Chippenham. Shes fearless ferocious and up for…

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28
SEP
An Evening without Kate Bush
The Belgrade Theatre

Howl with the Hounds of Love and dance on the moors with Wuthering HeightsShes not there but you are.Whether youve been a fan for decades or recently joined the shoal via the Stranger Things phenomenon there has never been a better…

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08
OCT
The History Boys
The Belgrade Theatre

The 20th anniversary production of Alan Bennetts brilliant modern classic winner of 30 major awards and voted The Nations Favourite Play in 2013.A‐Level results day. Cutlers Grammar School. 1980s Sheffield.Eight unruly teenagers burst into adulthood with the best grades their school has…

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15
OCT
ART
The Belgrade Theatre

Youll roar with laughter New York PostNamed best comedy at the Olivier Awards Tony Awards and Moliere Awards ART played a historic nine years in Londons West End and two years on Broadway as well as travelling around the globe to entertain…

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23
OCT
An Evening with Richard Dawkins
Warwick Arts Centre

The world‐renowned evolutionary biologist and best‐selling author of such landmark books as The Selfish Gene The God Delusion and Unweaving The Rainbow has earned millions of admirers through his passion for the wonders of science and the vital importance of reason. He…

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02
NOV
The Best of Grohl - Arches Venue, Coventry
Arches Venue

The Best of Grohl is the ultimate rock show dedicated to the legendary rock icon Dave Grohl. This four‐piece powerhouse delivers an electrifying rock show that will transport you through the iconic hits of Grohls illustrious career through bands such as Nirvana…

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06
DEC
G4 Christmas - Coventry Cathedral
Coventry Cathedral

.Get ready for a spectacular Christmas celebration with G4.Escape into their world of mesmerising harmonies beautifully‐blended voices and impeccable showmanship within an idyllic festive setting.Jon Jai Mike and Duncan are delighted to bring their hotly‐anticipated 20th Anniversary G4 CHRISTMAS tour across the…

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Tourist Attractions


Warwick Castle

Britain's greatest Mediaeval experience at Warwick Castle. castle was created as a fortification in AD 914, to protect the small hilltop settlement from Danish invaders who posed a threat to the Anglo‐Saxon kingdom of Mercia. You are able to explore the Castle with towers, dungeons and state…

Midland Air Museum

Our exhibits range from the magnificent Avro Vulcan bomber through more than 30 other historic aircraft, both civil like the Argosy above and military, aero engines and other artefacts, to a wide range of memorabilia. We're particularly proud of our collection of material relating to Sir Frank Whittle,…

Jaguar Daimler Heritage Centre

The Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust Ltd was established in March 1983, and is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Jaguar products and it's associated companies which include Swallow Sidecar, SS cars, Daimler, Lanchester, and Jaguar. In addition to maintaining an outstanding collection of more than…

Lunt Roman Fort

The Lunt Roman fort is in Baginton, near Coventry and is a partial reconstruction of the fort that was established there in 64AD following the Boudiccan rebellion. In 1960 initial excavations uncovered the remains of the defensive ditches of the Roman fort, which led to extensive excavations between…

Stoneleigh Abbey

Would you like to walk in the footsteps of Jane Austen and see the portraits of some of her ancestors Would you like to know who was the inspiration for the story of Anne Elliot in 'Persuasion' or visit Sotherton Court as it is described in 'Mansfield Park'Well…

Kenilworth Castle

Kenilworth Castle has been intimately linked with some of the most important names in English history. Today, with its impressive Norman keep, Tudor gardens and John of Gaunt's Great Hall, it is among the largest castle ruins in England.It also offers stunning countryside views with the Millennium…

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