Bloc magazine winter 24-25

25 Christmas In Cathedral Square Craft Market. Birmingham Cathedral. Until 22nd Dec. This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local produc- ers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. Over the course of the event, visitors to Christmas in Cathedral Square can expect music from local artists and traditional crafts, ornaments, and gifts from an array of inde- pendent West Midlands businesses. There will also be a selection of pop-up food and drink vendors, as well as the return of the infamous Pigeon in the Park pub. Vendors in- clude Purecraft Bar and Kitchen, Vagabond Wines and Hookways. christmasincathedralsquare.co.uk The Tiger Who Came to Tea. Birmingham Town Hall. 27th Dec - 5th Jan. Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns on tour. The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don't ex- pect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger! Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos. Don't miss this stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem... expect to be surprised! bmusic.co.uk/events/the-tiger-who-came- to-tea Edgbaston Village Artisan Market. Edgbaston Village. 14th Dec. The ever-popular Edgbaston Village Artisan Market returns on Saturday 14th December, from 10am to 4pm. Taking over Greenfield Crescent, the market features an array of stalls with unique, handcrafted items, gourmet food, and local produce, from intricate jewellery and bespoke home decor to artisanal cheeses and freshly baked goods. Perfect for any last minute Christmas shopping! Just a mile from Birmingham City Centre and easily accessible via the Metro, this is a fantastic opportunity to support small businesses and connect with the Edgbaston community. Whether you're a foodie, a shopper, or simply in search of a unique experience, Edgbaston Village has it all. edgbastonvillage.co.uk Stewart Lee vs The Man-Wulf. Symphony Hall. 24th - 26th Jan. In this brand new show, Lee shares his stage with a tough-talking werewolf comedian from the dark forests of North America who hates humanity. ​ The Man-Wulf lays down a ferocious come- dy challenge to the culturally irrelevant and physically enfeebled Lee. Can the beast inside us all be silenced with the silver bullet of Lee's unprecedentedly critically acclaimed style of stand-up? bmusic.co.uk Super League Basketball Trophy Finals. Utilita Arena Birmingham. 26th Jan. This will mark the first-ever final in Super League Basketball history, as the top men’s and women’s teams in the country compete for the coveted Trophy title. In addition to witnessing the best basketball talent the UK has to offer; attendees can also look forward to electrifying entertainment off the court. This will be a can’t miss event as Super League Basketball makes its highly anticipat- ed debut in Birmingham. Secure your tickets now to be a part of the action at Utilita Arena in January! utilitaarenabham.co.uk UK Athletics Indoor Championships. Feb 22nd - 23rd. The very best of British athletics will return to Birmingham for the UK Athletics Indoor Championships. With prestigious national titles on the line, the Championships will also serve as the offi- cial trial event for the World Athletics Indoor Championships. With 28 disciplines – 14 for both men and women – taking place across the two days, it promises to be a highly entertaining two- days of action. axs.com