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bp pulse LIVE Events & Tickets

bp pulse LIVE in Birmingham has 45 upcoming events: 23 concerts, 2 arts events, and 20 experiences. Browse the full calendar below, with dates, times and official ticket links.
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About bp pulse LIVE

bp pulse LIVE is a multipurpose indoor arena located at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Solihull, England, just outside Birmingham. It has a capacity of 15,685 seats. The venue was built as the seventh hall of the NEC complex. After 18 months of construction, the arena opened as the Birmingham International Arena in December 1980 with a concert by Queen as part of their Flash Gordon Tour.

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Getting there

🚉 Public transport

  • Birmingham InternationalTrain station440 m · 7 min walk
  • Birmingham InternationalLight rail520 m · 8 min walk
  • Coach parkBus station630 m · 10 min walk
  • Birmingham AirportLight rail850 m · 14 min walk

🅿️ Parking

  • NEC Express Parking 1Car park260 m · 4 min walk
  • Drop and GoCar park500 m · 8 min walk
  • NEC N1Car park540 m · 9 min walk
  • Birmingham International StationCar park550 m · 9 min walk

Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

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🍽️ Eat & drink nearby

  • StarbucksCafé · coffee shop200 m · 3 min walk
  • The AtriumPub230 m · 4 min walk
  • NEC WetherspoonsPub230 m · 4 min walk
  • PiazaPub270 m · 4 min walk
  • EvVivaRestaurant400 m · 6 min walk
  • Brightsmith on the WaterRestaurant · european440 m · 7 min walk
  • Caffè RitazzaCafé460 m · 7 min walk
  • GourmetCafé460 m · 7 min walk

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bp pulse LIVE: FAQs

What's on at bp pulse LIVE?

bp pulse LIVE has 45 upcoming events. Next up: Disney On Ice presents Discover the Magic on Wednesday, 28 October 2026.

Where is bp pulse LIVE?

bp pulse LIVE is located at National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, B401NT.

How big is bp pulse LIVE?

bp pulse LIVE has a capacity of around 15,685.

Is there parking at bp pulse LIVE?

Parking is available on-site. On arrival at the bp pulse LIVE / Resorts World Arena Birmingham, please follow electronic directional signage to 'Arena Parking', which will lead you to the nearest available car park for your event, parking can be booked by following this link: Parking Options | bp pulse LIVE Please note, parking is chargeable at this venue. Alternative travel routes can be found here: Getting Here | bp pulse LIVE, Birmingham

Does bp pulse LIVE have accessible seating?

All visitors with disabilities attending concerts are advised to call the Dedicated Ticket Line for disabled visitors on 0800 640 5001 when booking tickets. Lines are open from 9am to 7pm Monday - Friday and 9am-5pm Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays.

When is the bp pulse LIVE box office open?

The bp pulse LIVE box office is open on show days at approx. 4pm. On certain show days the box office may be open earlier or later dependant on the nature of the event. To confirm the opening times before travelling please call 0844 581 1331 for up to date information. Please note, the box office is not open on non-show days. The bp pulse LIVE box office is located next to the main entrance of the venue, and it is accessible from all car parks.

What is the nearest station to bp pulse LIVE?

The nearest station is Birmingham International (Train station), about 440 m from bp pulse LIVE.

Which hotels are closest to bp pulse LIVE?

The closest places to stay are Moxy Birmingham NEC (260 m), Hilton Birmingham Metropole (400 m), and Ibis Styles (470 m).

When did bp pulse LIVE open?

bp pulse LIVE opened in 1980.