It certainly has been a Black Sabbath summer here in Birmingham, which was marked by the incredible ‘Back to the Beginning’ concert hosted at Villa Park in June 2025. This world-famous event sparked Black Sabbath murals being erected around Birmingham, exhibitions to celebrate Ozzy Osbourne’s musical legacy, and more.
Shortly after, we mourned the unexpected loss of Brummie-born legend, Ozzy Osbourne, which triggered an outpouring of love for the late musician from all around the world.
With so much going on around the city to honour the late Prince of Darkness, we have curated a guide for fans from all around the globe who will be visiting us, which will include where murals can be found, exhibits going on, and even a Black Sabbath ballet would you believe! Don’t believe us? Read on…
Black Sabbath Bench & Bridge
Unveiled in 2019, the iconic bench which is a tribute to Black Sabbath is located on Broad Street, above the bridge on Canal Street. It marks the spot where the band members once posed for an early press photo. Still, a month later following the passing of Ozzy, flocks of fans from across the globe are still placing flowers, hand-written notes and other touching tributes on the bench. There is a camera pointing directly towards the bench from across the street which can be accessed via a QR code, or here, which allows you to take a selfie by the bench!
Birmingham Royal Ballet – Black Sabbath – The Ballet
The most unlikely collision of worlds! This tribute to the pioneers of heavy metal, Black Sabbath, which premiered back in 2023, is back in Birmingham for a limited show run this Autumn 2025. Following the recent passing of Birmingham’s best, Ozzy Osbourne, will serve as an electrifying ode to honour the late Prince of Darkness. Performances are running from Thursday 18th September – Saturday 27th September 2025. Tickets from £25. Book tickets here.
Ozzy Osbourne Exhibition at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Head to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery for a free exhibition, ‘Working Class Hero’, which showcases Ozzy Osbourne’s solo achievements and global accolades. Ozzy’s most prestigious international honours including Grammy Awards, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame accolades, MTV awards, Hollywood Walk of Fame and Birmingham Walk of Stars honours, as well as a selection of his platinum and gold discs, have returned home to his much-loved hometown, Birmingham.
Visitors will also get to view photography and video that chart his journey from “a working-class kid from Aston”, to the Godfather of Metal.
Due to significant public demand, the exhibition has been extended until Sunday 18th January 2026!
Black Sabbath & Ozzy Osbourne murals and where to find them
Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne murals have popped all over the city, some prior to the ‘Black to the Beginning’ hosted at Villa Park shortly, and other’s after the passing of Ozzy Osbourne.
- Granville Street (on the side of the Travelodge) – Ozzy Osbourne mural
- Navigation Street – murals depicting all four of the original band members throughout their career. Created by Mr Murals. Ozzy actually signed this!
- Rea Street, Digbeth – Black Sabbath mural which is perfect for selfies
The Crown pub on Hill Street
Deemed as the birthplace of heavy metal, this where Black Sabbath played their first ever gig (named Earth back then) back in 1968. Though their doors are currently closed with hopes of re-opening by locals, you can still stop by the Black Sabbath landmark to view and take photos of images of the band displayed across the pub’s exterior.
Visit Ozzy the Bull at Grand Central
Visiting Birmingham by train? Before you’ve even exited the doors of Grand Central, you will already be greeted with an Ozzy Osbourne tribute! Of course this heavy piece of metal could only be named after one person. The giant mechanical bull, which was the much-loved centrepiece of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, was officially named Ozzy after locals and beyond fought for the bull to be preserved, to which successfully diverted his fate of being scrapped. He was unveiled by Ozzy’s wife, Sharon, in 2023 in his forever home at Grand Central. He even moves his head and swishes his tail every hour from 08:15 to 19:15.
The Witton Arms Fundraising Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne
On Saturday 16th August, The Witton Arms pub in Birmingham will be hosting a tribute day for Ozzy Osbourne, to raise money for Parkinson’s Research and the Aston Villa Foundation. The event will feature a live screening of the Aston Villa vs. Newcastle match, a special Ozzy tribute DJ set, raffles, street food, special appearances from Villa legends, and they will also be unveiling a brand-new Ozzy mural!
Stay at Park Regis Birmingham on Broad Street
Are you visiting Birmingham soon to pay respects to the Prince of Darkness? Park Regis Birmingham is conveniently situated at the head of Broad Street (we are just less than a 10-minute walk to the Black Sabbath bench!). We also have a tram stop right on our doorstep, meaning navigating the city to get to see these must-see spots, murals and exhibitions for Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne fans could not be easier.
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