Central BID Birmingham has created a special Black Sabbath map to help thousands of fans visiting the city centre make the most of the ‘Summer of Sabbath’ events and attractions.
A world exclusive Ozzy Osbourne memorabilia exhibition, outdoor photography exhibition of album covers and street art by world-famous Mr Murals are among highlights to celebrate Black Sabbath this Summer.
It coincides with band members Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward receiving the Freedom of the City and playing their final gig Back To The Beginning in Birmingham at Villa Park.
The ‘Summer of Sabbath’ map – downloadable below – will make sure heavy metal fans get the best out of the city. It pinpoints everything from the best Black Sabbath selfie spots to historic landmarks connected to the band, like The Crown pub.
Download your Summer of Sabbath map here.
Here’s more detail on each of the hotspots listed on the map.
1.‘Working Class Hero’ Ozzy Osbourne Exhibition
This world exclusive, free exhibition at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery showcases Ozzy’s extraordinary journey from Aston to global superstardom. See his many prized Grammy and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame awards, platinum discs and iconic photographs. Read more about it here.
Free, 25 June – 28 Sept 2025, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Chamberlain Sq, B’ham B3 3DH
2.Black Sabbath Photography Exhibition
Browse images of all four founding Black Sabbath members – Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, Bill Ward and Ozzy Osbourne – at this special outdoor exhibition in Victoria Square to celebrate the band being honoured with the Freedom of the City. There’s album artwork along with fascinating facts about the band’s journey from Birmingham to global acclaim. Read more here.
Free, 25 June – 28 Sept 2025, Victoria Sq, B’ham B1 1BD
3.Black Sabbath Mural
Take in this new, massive street art tribute by renowned Birmingham artist Mr Murals, which brings Black Sabbath’s legacy to life in bold colour and detail. Have your cameras ready for this selfie spot on Navigation Street, next to New Street station. It’s a must-see for fans and art lovers alike. Read more on the mural here.
Free, Navigation Street, B’ham B2 4BT
4.Ozzy the Bull at New Street station
Renamed in honour of Ozzy Osbourne, Ozzy the Bull was the animatronic star of Birmingham’s 2022 Commonwealth Games and has become a Brummie icon. See Ozzy’s eyes light up and head move at the New Street Station concourse, and we’re working with Network Rail to get ‘Ozzy The Bull’s’ name up there soon for the perfect selfie! Read more on when Sharon Osbourne unveiled Ozzy the Bull in Birmingham here.
Free, New Street station, B’ham B2 4QA
5.Black Sabbath Bench & Bridge
Take a seat beside the rock legends at the famous Black Sabbath Bench and Bridge on Birmingham’s Broad Street. Westside BID’s experience includes being able to access a live camera feed from across the street here for a wide shot selfie with a difference. Pop into the neighbouring Brasshouse pub afterwards to try its special Black Sabbath beer.
Free. Broad St, B’ham B1 2ND
6.Life-sized Ozzy Osbourne in Bricks
Head to Selfridges to see Ozzy reimagined in thousands of toy bricks as part of their pop-up music merch store. This playful and impressive sculpture is a tribute to The Prince of Darkness with a twist that’s perfect for selfies. Look out for a tribute to the band on the store’s windows by Mr Murals too.
Free, Selfridges, The Bullring, B’ham B5 4BP
7.The Crown Pub
Now Grade II Listed for its historic importance as the venue where Black Sabbath created their sound, which helped create heavy metal. Though no longer operating as a live venue, it remains a pilgrimage spot for fans and an opportunity to view early photographs in the venue windows.
Station Street, B’ham B5 4DY
More to see in Birmingham
Rock on at more Black Sabbath locations across Birmingham. For more information and summer events go to visitbirmingham.com
Get the metal merch
Selfridges at Bullring has a Summer music merch shop with official Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne merchandise.
The world’s biggest Primark in High Street is selling official retro Black Sabbath T-shirts.
Aston Villa’s stores at Bullring and Villa Park have limited edition Ozzy Osbourne merch to coincide with the band’s final gig.
HMV in Bullring has an enhanced heavy metal section to mark the homecoming concert.
Download your Summer of Sabbath map here.