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With Autumn Fair in full swing, organisers i2i Events, together with Birmingham-based trade associations, BIRA (British Independent Retail Association) and BHETA (The British Home Enhancement Trade Association), have announced plans to continue The BIRA Contemporary Collective into future shows, following a successful debut this season.

Ready to round off another memorable season that's played host to an array of iconic, world-leading DJs, Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Hotel has now revealed the full line-up for its closing party on Saturday 1st October 2016. Welcoming an all star cast of house and techno heroes, owner of three record labels and all-round eccentric character, Seth Troxler heads the bill and will be joined by fellow Tuskegee record owners, The Martinez Brothers.

Take the new Film Trail at Blenheim Palace and discover behind the scenes of your favourite action film. From film locations inside the Palace to grand set design in the 2,000 acres of 'Capability' Brown Parkland, Blenheim Palace has hosted many blockbuster titles. Visitors can following the footsteps of their favourite movie stars as they take the free Lights, Camera, Action!' trail.

The Icehotel has released sketches of some of the bizarre designs that will feature in the 2016 version of the famous frozen structure in Swedish Lapland. A House of Cards and a White Cathedral provide the setting for two of the intriguing suites. Others will include “Lapland Waves”, in which the bed appears to float on an ocean of waves of ice, and a room designed as a whirl of passionate thoughts.

Following sell out tours of the USA, Dubai and Kenya, The King of Bollywood party numbers is visiting the Barclaycard Arena for the very first time on 25^th November 2016. Get ready for the Biggest Party in the town this Christmas! Gaining millions of fans across the world, more than two million followers on Twitter alone, Mika Singh has enriched both the Punjabi and Hindi music industry with his distinct identity and signature voice.  A singer, composer, performer, songwriter and music director in his own right, Mika Singh is better known as ‘The King of Bollywood’ reaching supreme popularity.

Head to Blenheim Palace for Halloween entertainment this October Half Term. From 22 – 30 October find lots of Halloween tricks and treats, for a spooktacular family day out. Hop on board the Blenheim Palace ghost train which takes you through a creepy tunnel to the Pleasure Gardens where a cackle of witchy goings-on are to be found. Families can lurk around the Labyrinth or take the Mini-beasts Trail around the Pleasure Gardens.

Building on the success of City Cruises' Shakespeare cruises, the leading River Thames sightseeing operator is running a comprehensive programme of cultural cruises. Launched in September 2016, culture vultures are able to take their pick from themed trips including The Great Fire of London and Georgian London to Bridges and Landmarks, Shakespeare and Liquid London. 

A new premium Castle themed family hotel will open at the Legoland Windsor Resort on 1 July 2017 offering guests a stay bursting with magic and merriment. Booking will open for the 61 room hotel in mid-October and families can choose between two imaginatively themed room types - Knights and Wizards - each with separate sleeping areas for adults and children. 

Go on a geological voyage of discovery at Wolverhampton Art Gallery when it hosts a talk about the Black Country’s most amazing natural attractions. Geology expert Graham Worton, curator and keeper of geology at Dudley Museum, will be at the Lichfield Street gallery on Tuesday, September 6, between 1.30pm and 2.30pm, to reveal the region’s impressive geological pedigree.

City of Wolverhampton Council is giving people the chance to have their say on proposed changes to opening times at four of its most important cultural venues. A survey, which will close on Friday, October 14, relates to Wolverhampton Art Gallery, Bantock House Museum (the popular café and park will be unaffected), Bilston Craft Gallery and Wolverhampton City Archives.

The month of October welcomes the exciting celebrations of Oktoberfest, a 16-day festival of live music, beer and classic German cuisine. Although traditionally a folk festival originating in the southeastern state of Bavaria in Germany, Oktoberfest celebrations have now been embraced across the world. The leading website and app for finding a travel partner, TourBar.com, is encouraging all solo party-goers to grab a pair of lederhosen and enjoy a slice of the Oktoberfest action this autumn.

The biggest wildflower collection in the world is now blooming in Perth and this stunning array can be easily enjoyed across many locations throughout Perth and surrounds from September – November. There are more than 12,000 species of wildflowers in Western Australia, making it the world's largest collection. In the heart of the city, Kings Park offers a Floral Fantasy Festival with the world's biggest display of WA's famous wildflowers from every region of the state with the 'Black Kangaroo Paw' being this year's Feature Flower.

Warwick Arts Centre’s entire autumn programme launches Thursday 25 August, with big names including comedian Catherine Tate, singer/songwriter Billy Bragg and actors Imogen Stubbs and Natalie Casey leading the way. The Coventry venue, famed for its theatre, has one of its strongest ever programmes this Autumn. Frantic Assembly & The State Theatre Company of South Australia’s Things I Know to be True, co-produced by Warwick Arts Centre, tells the story of a family and marriage through the eyes of four grown siblings struggling to define themselves beyond their parents’ love and expectations.

Following Team GB's most successful Olympics in more than a century – and also the Brazilian athletes' record haul of medals – Brazil Day in Trafalgar Square on Saturday September 10th will be bringing the celebratory Olympic spirit to London. Taking place three days after the opening of the Paralympic Games in Rio (September 7th), this free festival will be a chance to enjoy a taste of Brazil's vibrant culture in the heart of London.

Millennium Point will be a hive of creative talent this September as Punch Records marks the end of its creative residency programme, Gallery 37, with a free Showcase event. On Saturday 10^th September the main atrium at Millennium Point will be filled with live music, poetry and spoken word performances, dance, film and more as the participants of Gallery 37 showcase the work they have created during the 8-day residency.

Amazing historic buildings in Sandwell will be sharing some of their secrets and stories when they open their doors to the public as part of national Heritage Open Days. From September 8 to 11 lots of events and activities are lined up showcase the borough’s fascinating past including the childhood home of one of the most famous historical characters in American history. Visitors can learn what West Bromwich was like in the 1650s, enjoy live music, talks, walks, open days, food tasting, canal heritage and much more.