Colmore Food Festival 2025 Entertainment
Entertainment at Colmore Food Festival 2025!
Get ready for an incredible lineup of live performances on the Colmore Food Festival stage! Across both days, we’ll bring you an eclectic mix of music and entertainment, creating the perfect atmosphere to enjoy amazing food and drink in the heart of Birmingham.
From talented local musicians to high-energy performances, expect a vibrant showcase that will have you dancing, singing along, and soaking up the festival vibes. Whether you’re a fan of live bands, acoustic sets, or something a little different, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Check out last year’s schedule for a flavour of what to expect.
2024 Entertainment
We have worked in partnership with Albert Schloss and Luxury Live Music to develop the Colmore Food Festival 2024 entertainment programme.
This year’s schedule is going to be even bigger and better than ever, with an eclectic line up showcasing everything from acoustic artists to Bhangra troupes and Caribbean style steel pans players.
Over the course of the two-day festival, we’ll see some of the best food in the city showcased by different vendors come together in a celebration of diversity, and all to a fantastic playlist put together by our local team of talent.
Day One: Friday, September 13th
- 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM: Keep Off The Brass
Comprising of some of the finest musos in the region, Keep Off The Brass is an exciting new mix of 3-piece brass band and live DJ – totally unique and exclusive to the city. Playing a live fusion of funk, soul, RnB and house with a raw brass sound combined with high energy beats, they play it all – an eclectic array of tunes perfect for a packed dance floor and is guaranteed to win over a crowd instantly.
- 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM: Sean Reeves
Sean is a hugely talented acoustic guitarist and singer with an enviable repertoire ranging from The Beatles to Harry Styles. Sean will take song requests and get your guests thoroughly involved in creating their own set list for the day.
- 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM: Steel Pans
Steel pans bring the sound of Caribbean sunshine! The trio, dressed in brightly coloured Jamaican shirts and complete with an optional decorative palm tree, will have guests dreaming of the Antigua sunsets with their with their melodic renditions of chart hits, and pop classics.
- 2:00 PM – 2:15 PM: Bhangra and Dhol
A show bursting with colour and energy! Join the group of professional, stylish and charismatic Bhangra dancers alongside Dohl drummers who will light up the event. With brightly coloured costumes and high energy performances, this will give guests a true taste of Bollywood.
- 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM: Dino Baptiste
Dino is a highly energetic pianist, vocalist & entertainer with strong links to Blues, Boogie Woogie & Rock & Roll as well as mainstream classics & current cover songs. His influences revolve around 3 idols since a teenager – Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis & Ray Charles.
- 3:30 PM – 3:45 PM: Bhangra and Dhol
A second chance to enjoy this vibrant cultural showcase.
- 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM: Simon Jnr
The charismatic Simon Jnr takes the stage for a lively set.
- 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM: Ellie Jones
Guitarist and singer Ellie brings a soulful style and impressive, eclectic set list. From fronting her own band, to strumming out chilled Sade tunes, Ellie is hugely talented and loved by all audiences.
- 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM: Alberts Schloss
An engaging band sure to get the evening crowd going.
- 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM: Alberts Schloss
Closing the night with another dynamic set.
Day Two: Saturday, September 14th
- 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM: Keep Off The Brass
The weekend continues with another lively brass performance.
- 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM: Sam Marks
A hugely talented pianist and singer there pretty much isn’t a song that Sam doesn’t know! With a huge repertoire ranging from Elton John to Eminem, Sam is an expert at working up an audience, taking requests and giving every audience member a fantastic time ensuring the dancefloor is full until the bitter end!
- 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM: Steel Pans
More steel pan sounds to keep the vibes upbeat and festive.
- 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM: The Theatre Workshop
Established in 2003, The Theatre Workshop has a reputation of excellence and is recognised as one of the leading and most successful performing arts schools in the UK. Showcasing their fabulous choir the organisation offers training in acting, singing and dance to young people aged 6-24yrs and will take to the stage on Saturday to bring you a mix of classic and modern show tunes.
- 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Kids Hour
Fun and interactive activities to keep the little ones entertained.
- 4:15 PM – 4:30 PM: Bhangra and Dhol
Once again, the lively and colourful Bhangra dancers return.
- 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM: Dino Baptiste
Get ready for more infectious boogie-woogie beats.
- 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM: Alberts Schloss
The evening kicks off with another fantastic performance from Alberts Schloss’ top entertainers.
- 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM: Alberts Schloss
Wrapping up the festival with a final set full of energy and good vibes.
Kids Entertainment
