Festival Supporters
Birmingham Light Festival would not be possible without the support of the following organisations. A huge thank you to everyone who has made the dream of Birmingham Light Festival a reality in 2025!
Founding Partners
Colmore BID
Colmore Business District is a Business Improvement District (BID) established in 2009 to manage projects and provide services that enhance Birmingham’s business quarter. Over 650 companies, employing around 40,000 people and occupying approximately 5.6 million square feet of office space now form the commercial heart of Birmingham.
Since it was founded, Colmore BID has delivered, influenced, and partnered on a broad range of projects, with the sole aim of making the District an outstanding place. Projects include the Ladywood Community Project, Colmore Food Festival and Nicklin Unseen. The BID also aims to make Colmore a safer and cleaner place for its businesses by providing services such as community teams, on-street cleaning, and an ambassador programme.
Central BID
Central BID is the Business Improvement District (BID) for Birmingham city centre’s retail area and has been supporting its members since 2007, promoting, enhancing and developing the shopping and leisure experience in the city centre.
While the retail and leisure environment is forever changing, Central BID firmly believes in supporting the visitor experience delivered by businesses in the city centre, maintaining Birmingham’s position as the regional capital for shopping, dining and entertainment.
Central BID also supports its member businesses by working with key city centre partner organisations through its City Safe digital radio network and Business Crime Reduction Partnership.
The Jewellery Quarter BID
The Jewellery Quarter Business Improvement District (JQBID) delivers place making for our exceptionally unique area of Birmingham. We act as the custodian for the historic Jewellery Quarter and the business community that we have here, which is full of individuality that shines, benefiting not only them but the surrounding residents, and visitors to the area.
Southside District
Southside BID represents and supports businesses in Birmingham’s vibrant Southside District, encompassing areas like Chinatown, the Gay Village, and the Theatre District. Their mission is to enhance the area’s appeal for visitors, businesses, and residents through events, initiatives, and improvements in safety, cleanliness, and marketing. The team work closely with local stakeholders to promote Southside as a thriving cultural and commercial hub, offering diverse dining, entertainment, and retail experiences. From organising community events to spearheading development projects, Southside BID ensures the district remains a dynamic and welcoming destination for all.
Westside BID
The Westside Business Improvement District is a dynamic organisation focused on enhancing the vibrancy and appeal of Birmingham's Westside area. Established to support local businesses, the BID works collaboratively with stakeholders to improve the environment, boost the local economy, and enhance the quality of life for residents, workers, and visitors. The BID invests in various projects, including public realm improvements, marketing initiatives, and safety measures. Key areas of focus include cleanliness, security, and fostering a positive business climate. By working closely with both private and public sector partners, Westside BID helps shape the future of Birmingham’s cultural and business landscape, promoting the area as a thriving hub for commerce, leisure, and tourism.
The BID is also proud to organise the Walk of Stars and the Black Sabbath Bench, both of which are internationally recognised visitor attractions that celebrate the region's arts, sports, and culture, ensuring Birmingham remains at the centre stage of global recognition.
Festival Supporters
Bullring
Bullring is where Birmingham shows up, a dynamic collision of shopping, dining, culture, and celebration. Centrally located in the heart of the city, it offers unbeatable access to hundreds of brands, from global favourites to hand-picked independent brands. But it’s so much more than great retail, it’s home to unforgettable experiences.
From headline-grabbing events on Rotunda Square to artistic pop-ups, live performances, and seasonal spectacles, Bullring is where excitement never stands still.
From first shop to last bite, discover the energy, flavour, and culture that make Bullring the ultimate destination for fun in Birmingham.
Edgbaston Village
Edgbaston Village, set in the heart of the Calthorpe Estate, is one of Birmingham’s most distinctive lifestyle destinations. With independent boutiques, cafés full of character, and some of the city’s best places to eat, it offers something special for everyone.
Whether it’s Michelin-starred dining at Simpsons, pizza and wine at Smoke + Ash, seasonal dishes at Chapter, or a peaceful stroll through the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Edgbaston Village is a place to slow down, connect, and enjoy the best of Birmingham in a beautiful setting.
Mailbox
Mailbox is a mixed-use destination in the heart of Birmingham City Centre, providing a truly unique and vibrant 24/7 experience. Only a 5-minute walk from Birmingham New Street train station, Mailbox boasts unrivalled accessibility to Canalside dining, and some of the city’s best retail and leisure amenities, including award-winning independents and premium brands. Plus, if you're visiting Birmingham and need a place to stay, Mailbox has got you covered. With two hotels, Malmaison and AC Hotel, you can relax and indulge in pure comfort.
United by 2022
Born out of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, United By 2022 was created to continue the Legacy of a groundbreaking Games.
The Games may be gone but we remain the fiercest champions of the West Midlands, supporting volunteers, young people and local communities, to keep that 2022 feeling of pride alive!
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund
The UK government has set out an ambitious plan for change, focused on 5 national Missions: ambitious, measurable, long-term objectives that provide a driving sense of purpose for the country. The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) proactively supports Mission-delivery: pushing power out to communities everywhere, with a focus to kickstart economic growth and promoting opportunities in all parts of the UK. For more information, please visit the UKSPF website.
As part of Birmingham City Council’s allocation, funding from the Communities and Place pillar will support a diverse range of programmes aimed at strengthening local communities, enhancing public spaces, and driving inclusive economic growth across the city.
Artwork Sponsors
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Home to over 30,000 plants and 10,000 taxa, including collections within four Victorian glasshouses and stunning outdoor landscapes, Birmingham Botanical Gardens remains a treasured ‘green heart’ of the city, offering a unique haven of natural and historic significance.
The 15-acre Grade II listed landscape is one of the UK’s most significant historic Botanic Gardens which has remained remarkably intact since 1829.
Middlemarch
Headquartered in the Midlands, Middlemarch is a trusted, independent specialist in biodiversity measurement and reporting. They are the UK's largest Wildlife Trust Consultancy, with over 30 years’ experience delivering high-quality ecological services and solutions across the country. They support businesses and landowners to protect species and habitats, restore biodiversity, and tackle the climate and nature emergency - from local landscapes and nature financing to national infrastructure projects.
Simply put, biodiversity is their business.
