Colmore Life is bringing a brand‑new, free‑to‑attend festival to the city centre, celebrating the West Midlands’ remarkable transport heritage and its future ambitions.

Taking place across multiple locations, Brum Transport Fest will put the region’s extraordinary role in the UK’s transport story firmly in the spotlight – from world‑class motor engineering to the innovations shaping how we move tomorrow.

What is Brum Transport Fest?

Brum Transport Fest is a new city‑wide festival celebrating Birmingham and the West Midlands as the home of makers and innovators.

In September 2026, the festival will bring together organisations, partners, enthusiasts and the wider public to explore the past, present and future of transport in the region, showcasing the creativity, ingenuity and ambition that continues to drive the Midlands forward.

When and where?

📅 Friday 18 – Saturday 19 September 2026
📍 Locations across Birmingham city centre, to be released
🎟 Free and open to everyone

What to expect

While the full programme will be announced soon, audiences can expect a lively celebration of the region’s transport story, highlighting legacy, innovation and what comes next, set against Birmingham’s iconic city centre streets and spaces.

Whether you’re a transport enthusiast, a family looking for something different, or simply proud of the region’s industrial heritage, Brum Transport Fest will offer something for everyone.

“Brum Transport Fest will be a celebration of what makes Birmingham and the West Midlands region the home of makers and innovators. We’re excited to invite the public to come together this September and share in the pride, creativity and ambition that continue to drive our region forward.” Melanie Williams, Board Director and Lead of the Colmore Placemaking Working Group

Exhibit your vehicle!

Save the date

The full programme will be released soon. For now, mark your calendar and get ready to roll.

Friday 18 – Saturday 19 September 2026