One of the largest independent arts festival in the region featuring A-list heavy-hitters and a vast range of new local acts. Stand-up comedy is at the core but there’s also theatre, cabaret, puppet shows, film screenings, poetry readings, food…you get the idea; just make sure you get involved too.

For full listings and venues visit www.bhamcomfest.co.uk

A cracking annual event that helps raise funds for breast cancer medical equipment. Celebrate a night of nostalgia with the greatest hits of the 80’s and don’t forget to wear something pink!

Visit www.nailcotehall.co.uk

One of Britain’s finest comedians, broadcasters and master of satirical comedy. If you haven’t had a chance to see Brigstocke live then this is a fine opportunity to see him at his very best.

Visit www.oldreptheatre.co.uk

King Lear has ruled for many years and as age begins to overtake him, he divides his kingdom amongst his children. But vanity clouds his judgement and soon he is left alone in the wilderness, confronting the mistakes of a life that has brought him to this point.

Visit www.rsc.org.uk

This free event offers local business leaders the chance to take away some inspirational advice and tips from top speakers such as Brad Burton – the UK’s number 1 business speaker.

The show includes practical workshops to help firms to discover new suppliers, reduce costs and gain knowledge from experts in their field. One-to-one sessions will be offered if sensitive or critical issues need to be raised with leading professionals in their field.

Register by visiting http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-midlands-expo-12th-november-2015-tickets-14264628889

Email alec@midlandsexpo.co.uk or allison@midlandsexpo.co.uk

Twenty-two years of making music have resulted in an impressive tally of achievements, including 14 solo number one singles and an Ivor Novello award. Now pushing on with a bold new chapter and a critically acclaimed album, Time Of My Life.

Visit www.thsh.co.uk

To celebrate Grand Central’s first birthday (yes time flies!) shoppers are in for a special weekend full of treats and surprises. Many of the centre’s shops and restaurants will be offering discounts, offers, prizes and giveaways.

For details visit www.grandcentralbirmingham.com/shop/offers

Enjoy great food, cocktails and entertainment (and some rather special karaoke) while exploring the heritage of the Chinese Community. All in aid of the Birmingham Big Art project.

Email: events@chungying.co.uk

BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time is coming to Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

Their panel of garden experts, Matthew Wilson, Bunny Guinness and Christine Walkden, will answer questions from local garden enthusiasts.

Tickets are available on a strictly first-come, first-serve basis by completing the form on the website.

5:30pm – doors open to public

6:30pm – recording starts

8:30pm – recording ends – this is a slightly longer recording as there will be two programmes broadcast from the gardens.

For full details and to book visit www.birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk/events/gardeners-question-time/

Curry and comedy will be on the menu at this special gala dinner when famed broadcaster and comedian Hardeep Singh Kohli teams up with the head chef from Itihaas to create a bespoke menu for 200 guests. Includes live entertainment and an exotic cocktail bar.

Visit www.birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk