The Arena at Forum Birmingham
Event Venue
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Private space
52 - 54 Dale End, Birmingham, B4 7LS
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Birmingham City Centre
About this space
The Arena at Forum Birmingham is a dynamic and versatile space designed to host a wide range of events. With a standing capacity of 3,500 and theater-style seating for up to 1,022, it is equipped with five bars, a balcony with a dedicated bar, and booth seating on both floors. The venue also offers premium amenities, including backstage dressing rooms, a production office, shower facilities, and a merchandise room, ensuring convenience and comfort for performers and attendees alike.
The space is outfitted with advanced sound, lighting, and AV systems, along with professional production support, including technical managers and sound and lighting engineers. Additional features like a ballroom dancefloor, VIP areas, and optional enhancements such as CO2, pyrotechnics, and lasers provide endless possibilities for creating unforgettable events, whether for live concerts, dance nights, or corporate gatherings.
The space is outfitted with advanced sound, lighting, and AV systems, along with professional production support, including technical managers and sound and lighting engineers. Additional features like a ballroom dancefloor, VIP areas, and optional enhancements such as CO2, pyrotechnics, and lasers provide endless possibilities for creating unforgettable events, whether for live concerts, dance nights, or corporate gatherings.
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Prices
Monday
10:00 –
4:00
from
£3000
hire fee per day
Per day
10:00 –
4:00
from
£3000
hire fee per day
Note:
Alcohol licence until 4:00.
All prices include VAT.
Open to discussions.
Tuesday
10:00 –
4:00
from
£3000
hire fee per day
Per day
10:00 –
4:00
from
£3000
hire fee per day
Note:
Alcohol licence until 4:00.
All prices include VAT.
Open to discussions.
Wednesday
10:00 –
4:00
from
£3000
hire fee per day
Per day
10:00 –
4:00
from
£3000
hire fee per day
Note:
Alcohol licence until 4:00.
All prices include VAT.
Open to discussions.
Thursday
10:00 –
4:00
from
£3000
hire fee per day
Per day
10:00 –
4:00
from
£3000
hire fee per day
Note:
Alcohol licence until 4:00.
All prices include VAT.
Open to discussions.
Friday
12:00 –
4:00
from
£3000
hire fee per day
Per day
12:00 –
4:00
from
£3000
hire fee per day
Note:
Alcohol licence until 4:00.
All prices include VAT.
Open to discussions.
Saturday
6:00 –
4:00
from
£3000
hire fee per day
Per day
6:00 –
4:00
from
£3000
hire fee per day
Note:
Alcohol licence until 4:00.
All prices include VAT.
Open to discussions.
Sunday
Closed
Note:
Alcohol licence until 4:00.
All prices include VAT.
Open to discussions.
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Minimum booking duration:
2 hours
Capacity
Standing
up to 3500
Dining
up to 1022
Theatre
up to 1022
Cabaret
up to 500
Catering and drinks
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Rules of the space
Allowed events
Promoted and ticketed events
Temporary event notices (TENs) available
Wedding licence
Age policy
Guest under 18 not allowed unless accompanied by an adult
Host rules
No smoking in the building.
Outside catering is allowed.
Outside catering is allowed.
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Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day
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About Forum Birmingham
Forum Birmingham is a premier 3,500-capacity entertainment venue in the heart of Birmingham city center. With a rich history dating back to the 1960s as iconic spots like the Hummingbird and O2 Academy, it has been reimagined into a modern space featuring cutting-edge audio-visual technology and unmatched production capabilities.
The venue hosts a wide range of events, from live music and comedy to corporate functions and club nights, catering to Birmingham’s diverse community. Its state-of-the-art rigging and lighting setups create an extraordinary atmosphere for performances and gatherings alike.
Forum Birmingham is more than just an event space—it’s a hub for the city, supporting local charities and grassroots initiatives while delivering unforgettable experiences for audiences and organizers. It’s a venue built for entertainment, innovation, and community.
The venue hosts a wide range of events, from live music and comedy to corporate functions and club nights, catering to Birmingham’s diverse community. Its state-of-the-art rigging and lighting setups create an extraordinary atmosphere for performances and gatherings alike.
Forum Birmingham is more than just an event space—it’s a hub for the city, supporting local charities and grassroots initiatives while delivering unforgettable experiences for audiences and organizers. It’s a venue built for entertainment, innovation, and community.
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