Our events schedule for 2026
The BPA’s events for 2026 bring together the media, marketing and advertising communities in Birmingham, the Midlands and beyond. From our informal Midlands Media Mingles to our hardy perennial flagship gatherings, every event is thoughtfully curated to encourage conversation and connections — with just enough structure to spark ideas and expand your real-life social network. All while raising valuable funds for our amazing charity, Kids’ Village. Get involved.
The BPA Spring Soirée – with insight from MiQ
Friday 17 April 2026, Midday to 4:00pm
Our Spring Soirée returns and we’re heading back to the ever-popular Bank Restaurant in Brindleyplace for an afternoon of good food, generous conversation and a timely dose of insight. Last year, AI took centre stage and is evolving quickly. This year, our sponsor MiQ is diving back in.
Midlands Media Mingle – June
Thursday 18 June 2026, 4:00pm to 6:00pm
The BPA’s Midlands Media Mingle returns for 2026 – and you’re invited. Bringing people together from across media, marketing, advertising and the wider creative industries for relaxed, well-curated conversation. Details for this edition are TBC. Click below to find out more and reserve your place.
Midlands Media Mingle – September
Thursday 24 September 2026, 4:00pm to 6:00pm
The BPA’s Midlands Media Mingle returns for 2026 – and you’re invited. Bringing people together from across media, marketing, advertising and the wider creative industries for relaxed, well-curated conversation. Details for this edition are TBC. Click below to find out more and reserve your place.
Halloween Drop-in Drinks – sponsored by LoopMe
Thursday 29 October 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm
No tricks, just treats. The BPA invites you to a Halloween get-together, proudly supported by our friends at LoopMe. Expect creative company, devilishly good conversation… and a few spooky surprises. Event details TBC. Click below to find out more and reserve your place.
The Legendary BPA Christmas Lunch
Friday 4 December 2026, Midday to 5:00pm + Afterparty
Be an early bird. Book now for 2026 and get last year’s prices for a limited period. We’ll be returning to the The Grand Hotel Birmingham for this year’s edition of our flagship event and festive curtain-raiser. Click below to find out more and reserve your place.
Midlands Media Mingle – May
Thursday 21 May 2026, 4:00pm to 6:00pm
This time, we’re joined by Sabio, who will be bringing a fresh, grounded take on Connected TV — unpacking how it’s changing the way audiences watch, how brands can make sense of an increasingly fragmented screen landscape, and where the real opportunities lie beyond the buzzwords.
Past Events
St. Patrick’s Day ‘ShamROCK’ Drinks
at Katie O’Brien’s
14-16 Temple Street, B2
‘Spring Season Opener’ Indoor Golf Tournament
at Skratch Golf
Ludgate Hill, B3
Grand Christmas Lunchtime Ball
at The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Church Street, B3
Midlands Media Mingle — November 2025
at Mediaplus Connect Offices
Temple Row, B2
Midlands Media Mingle — July 2025
at Mediaplus Connect Offices
Temple Row, B2
The BPA Spring Soirée 2025
at Bank Restaurant
4 Brindleyplace, B1
Thursday 19 March 2026
If you work in media, marketing and advertising, then you are more than welcome to our drop-in drinks events.
Like this one to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! Kindly sponsored by our friends at LoopMe.
Thursday 19 March 2026
The BPA returned to the sporting arena for 2026 with a fresh new take on the corporate golf day.
Our ‘Spring Season Opener’ Indoor Golf Tournament took place at Skratch Golf on Ludgate Hill, just off St. Paul’s Square in Birmingham.
Thursday 10 July 2025
An afternoon of insight, conversation and good company with the media, marketing and advertising community from the Midlands and beyond.
AdSmart from Sky were on hand with drinks, nibbles and a short but insightful presentation on the latest developments in addressable TV advertising, followed by a quick Q&A.
Friday 4 April 2025
The BPA Spring Soirée is back once again at Bank Restaurant, Birmingham.
Tom Laranjo, CEO of the newly-formed Mediaplus Group UK, brought his wealth of behavioural insights to latest AI thinking and research in a short talk at the event.
Friday 5 December 2025
Following a stellar return to The Grand Hotel Birmingham for 2024’s Christmas Lunch, we are were delighted to announce that the BPA headed back to that special venue this year.
We encouraged glamorous attire and a party attitude. So, pretty much business as usual then for BPA Christmas.
Thursday 20 November 2025
Another afternoon of insight, conversation and community supported by friends at Mediaplus Connect and JCDecaux – the UK’s leading out-of-home media company.
Fuelling the Mingle with delicious food and drink, and sharing an exclusive look at innovations shaping the future of out-of-home advertising.
Halloween Drinks — with LoopMe
at The Old Joint Stock
4 Temple Row West, B2
Thursday 30 October 2025
No tricks, just treats (and maybe a tale or two). Join the BPA for a Halloween get-together at The Old Joint Stock, proudly supported by our friends at LoopMe.
Creative company, devilishly good conversation and a few spooky surprises. Spot prizes for the best-dressed guests — and for anyone brave enough to tell a ghost story.