Jewellers, makers, designers, cultural organisations, charities and businesses across Birmingham are being invited to get involved in the Birmingham Jewellery Biennial, taking place from 1 to 31 May 2027.
There are three ways for local businesses, makers and organisations to become part of the festival programme — whether that means programming an event, delivering a hands-on workshop or opening a studio to visitors.
Run a bar, shop, gallery or school?
Businesses and organisations can programme their own jewellery-themed event or activity in Birmingham, with selected events becoming part of the official Birmingham Jewellery Biennial programme.
The opportunity is open to bars, shops, galleries, schools and other organisations looking to create something jewellery-related for visitors during the festival.
Deadline: Monday 2 November 2026
Put jewellery-making in everyone’s hands
Makers and educators are invited to deliver hands-on jewellery-making sessions for beginners, families and experienced jewellers.
The workshops are an opportunity to introduce people to jewellery-making and give participants the chance to get creative and make something for themselves.
Deadline: Monday 2 November 2026
Open the doors to a Jewellery Quarter studio
Jewellery makers in the Jewellery Quarter can open their studios to the public on 1 or 29 May 2027, giving visitors the chance to discover local makers and buy directly from them.
The open studios programme is being delivered in partnership with Birmingham Open Studios, with participating makers able to sell their work commission-free.
Deadline: Friday 20 November 2026
With three different opportunities to get involved, Birmingham Jewellery Biennial 2027 is inviting the city’s creative community and businesses to help make jewellery part of the city’s cultural offer throughout May.
