Events in Smethwick From 20th April – 26th April 2026

You can find a range of events across Smethwick this week that reflect its history and current community life. Sessions start early at Sandwell Valley Country Park and continue into the night at local hubs. This week's schedule includes acoustic sets at the Old Church on Hagley Road, where the building’s 18th-century foundation stands as a quiet reminder of past changes. DJ nights take place in spaces repurposed from former industrial sites near Smethwick Galton Bridge station. The West Midlands’ only surviving railway bridge from Boulton & Watt’s era now serves as part of the Midland Metro's Jewellery Line, connecting transit and heritage.

Poetry evenings featuring local voices occur at venues like Thimblemill Library and Thimblemill Recreation Centre, where open mic nights draw young performers. Sensory sessions for under-fives are held at community spaces such as Warley Woods pavilion, offering calm, multi-sensory environments designed with inclusivity in mind. Fitness workshops take place in familiar neighbourhood grounds near St Mary’s Primary School and the Sandwell Leisure Centre.

Events this week support city priorities: encouraging use of public transport like Route 87 buses and Chiltern Railways services, addressing ongoing issues around parking on A456, and maintaining family-friendly programming across green areas. The focus remains on everyday moments shaped by location, timing, and shared presence. Check listings below for times and venues.