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

You can find live music, comedy nights, and themed social events across Oldbury this week. Gigs take place at community hubs like Sandwell Libraries and Archives, where open mic evenings feature local writers and spoken word acts connected to the area’s history. Comedians from nearby towns including Dudley and Birmingham perform at intimate venues such as The Slug and Lettuce and Be At One Piccadilly Arcade, focusing on regional stories rather than national appeal. Themed gatherings include astrology discussions at Sandwell Libraries and Archives and speed dating sessions in converted railway freight sheds near Sandwell & Dudley Railway Station, events drawing people from established neighbourhoods looking for connections.

Cultural talks explore unusual topics such as mass panic in history, with one session on April 23 examining psychological responses during industrial strikes. On April 24, members of Oldbury’s civic music group perform string quartet arrangements of rock anthems from the late 1970s at Stour Valley Community Hall, blending classical style with familiar tunes.

These events happen in a city shaped by infrastructure changes, particularly after the destruction of the Oldbury Railway viaduct during M5 motorway construction. Public spaces remain vital for community life despite challenges including traffic congestion near junction 2 and limited transport beyond rail links at Sandwell & Dudley Station, where bus routes meet A4123.

Check listings below for specific times and locations within this evolving civic calendar.