Why Birmingham’s Millennium Point should be your go-to event venue
If you’re planning an event in Birmingham and haven’t checked out Millennium Point yet, where have you been? This isn’t just another conference centre; it’s a versatile, high-tech, and seriously impressive venue with everything you need to make your event unforgettable.
But don’t take our word for it. We invited Daniel Skermer from PA Forum for a tour with our head of event sales, Vicky. If anybody knows which questions you might need answering, Dan will.
A venue that works for you
The first thing that hits you when you walk into Millennium Point? Space. Big, open, and full of possibilities. “There’s so much you can do here,” says Vicky, pointing to the atrium’s impressive staircase. “We’ve had live performances here — G4, Dream Girls… The whole space can be completely private, or you can tap into the public footfall of the building for extra buzz.”
It’s easy to imagine how an event here could feel immersive and dynamic, with the ability to create unique experiences beyond a standard conference setting.
Moving through the venue, Dan notices how much Millennium Point has evolved. “You’ve got loads of new spaces here now, haven’t you?” he asks.
“Yes,” Vicky confirms. “And every single one has lift access, so it’s fully accessible. We’re DDA compliant, plus we’ve got Blue Badge parking right on-site.”
Book here and give back
One of the biggest things that sets Millennium Point apart? It’s not just a venue — it’s a charity. It funds STEM (science, technology, engineering, and maths) projects across the Midlands.
Dan asks, “Millennium Point’s a charity, isn’t it?”
“Yes! We’re owned by the Millennium Point Trust, which exists to create opportunities in STEM”, says Vicky. “The money we generate here gets invested into scholarships, grants, and projects that support young people in Birmingham and beyond.”
That means when you book your event at Millennium Point, you’re not just securing an incredible venue — you’re actively supporting future generations in science and tech. A venue with impact? Now that’s worth talking about.
From small meetings to huge conferences
As we move into one of the newly refurbished meeting rooms, Dan gets practical. “And, random question — do these rooms have coffee machines?”
Vicky laughs. “Yes! Coffee is covered! We have 12 meeting rooms available, all equipped with the essentials.”
Beyond smaller meetings, Millennium Point also caters to large-scale events. Overlooking Platform, one of the most flexible spaces in the venue, Dan asks about its capacity.
“Standing, we can fit 350 people,” Vicky explains. “For a dinner and dance, we can comfortably seat 200.”
Dan reflects on past events here. “When we had our conference (PA Forum), we used multiple service points in this space. And I’ve seen events with stages and exhibition stands here, too.”
“Exactly,” Vicky agrees. “We can do all sorts here. And there’s outdoor space as well.”
Outdoor events? That opens up even more possibilities. “Do you do barbecues and things like that?” Dan asks.
“Yes, we’ve had outdoor bars, summer barbecues, even charity sleepouts,” Vicky says. “We’ve even had a climbing wall out there!”
From corporate networking to outdoor team-building, the options seem endless.
The showstopper: Birmingham’s biggest screen
Then, we reach the venue’s crown jewel—the auditorium. As the doors open, Dan takes a moment. “It’s enormous!” he says, taking in the space.
“It is!” Vicky says. “This is home to Birmingham’s biggest screen. We’ve recently upgraded everything — brand-new sound system, new lighting, 4K projectors, and a brand-new stage. Plus, we’ve got our own live-streaming capability.”
Dan remembers something. “You can section this space off too, can’t you? So if you have a smaller group, you don’t lose that impact?”
“That’s right,” Vicky nods. “We can configure the space to suit your event, ensuring you get the atmosphere and engagement you’re looking for.”
It’s not just conferences that take place here — Millennium Point has also been a film and TV location. “Haven’t you had Doctors film in this building?” Dan asks.
“Yes!” Vicky confirms. “And a few other BBC dramas too.” If it’s good enough for the BBC, it’s certainly got the wow factor for corporate events, product launches, and awards ceremonies.
Let’s make your events unforgettable
Millennium Point is a truly creative backdrop for amazing events. Whether it’s a conference, awards dinner, product launch, or something totally out of the box, this place has the space, tech, and team to make it happen.
Dan’s verdict? “This place really does have everything.”
And he’s not wrong.
Listen to what Dan has to say in our first episode of “In Conversation with…” He talks all-things PAs and events.
