Birmingham to host its first-ever Drag and Burlesque Festival this November.

The first festival of its kind in the United Kingdom is landing right here, in the second biggest city, the land of the 0121, the birthplace of Black Sabbath and where ‘Bab’ is used as a greeting more than hello… Birmingham:

On November 5th-8th 2026, step into a world of utter fabulousness, jaw dropping glamour and outrageous humour, where both the weird and wonderful are championed.
Celebrating all the charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent that Drag and Burlesque has
to offer. With a commitment to showcasing international performers and platforming
stars of Birmingham… Expect cabaret on steroids!

Produced by ‘Birmingham’s Queen of Burlesque’, Dominus Von Vexo, founder of House of Allure. The festival will be a sparkling, scintillating, steamy cocktail of shows and workshops in the bull’s eye of the city. Sizzling showgirls, daring drag, comedic
clowning, bawdy burlesque is but a tease of what is to come; across various venues that contribute and define the creative heartbeat of the city.

In the words of Brummie legend, Julie Walters, “Stage is the most exciting!” and we cannot wait to bring you that thrill.

Join us, for what will be a beautiful and unforgettable celebration of authenticity, diversity and joy, adding to the rich legacy of our city! We invite you to be a part of that history!