This Spring, we’ll see an extra bumper-packed season of bank holidays thanks to King Charles III's coronation.
Make the most of that extra day off and celebrate the season in style by scheduling in some Spring fun together. Whilst it’s great to get a break, it can be hard to think of things to keep the family entertained or find fun things to do with friends. Read our handy bank holiday guide for our top day out ideas here at the NEC..
Insomnia The Gaming Festival
7-10 April (NEC)
Celebrate your Easter break a little differently this year and join us for a diverse show for gamers of all backgrounds. From brand new and upcoming releases, Cosplay, Indie games, Tabletop games, gaming content creators, gaming merch and much more this is the ultimate event for video game lovers and fans of pop culture!
Bear Grylls Adventure
(NEC campus)
Don’t waste your break stuck in a rut doing the same old thing. Get out and experience an extreme day out like no other! Our campus is home to the incredible Bear Grylls Adventure, where you can really test your limits and get geared up to climb, dive, fly, zip, leap and scramble. With everything from Indoor Sky Diving to swimming with Sharks this action-packed place has it all.
Find out more: www.beargryllsadventure.com
Hollywood Bowl
(Resorts World)
Let the good times roll with family and friends at Hollywood Bowl, based in Resorts World. With 17 state-of-the-art pre-bookable lanes, delicious food and drink and an awesome arcade this is the ideal social activity that’ll truly make your time off together extra enjoyable!
Find out more: www.hollywoodbowl.co.uk/birmingham-resorts-world
Vortex Gaming
(Resorts World)
Take your family day out to the next level at Vortex Gaming, the family arcade on the first floor of Resorts World. From an array of arcade machines to retro classics, it’s open to all ages and there’s no need to book – just turn up and start playing!
Find out more: https://www.resortsworldbirmingham.co.uk/news/fantastic-vortex-gaming-offers
Cineworld
(Resorts World)
There’s nothing quite like seeing a film for the first time at the cinema, especially in IMAX! Whether it’s a date night or family fun, enjoy the magic of the silver screen together and treat yourself to a trip out. Pre-book your tickets for the latest releases or you can use the self-service kiosks at Cineworld.
Find out more: https://www.resortsworldbirmingham.co.uk/cinema