Make a night of it when you go and see Kim Wilde with our top tips

Why not make a night of it with some drinks, food and accommodation before and after the show in the buzzing city centre with The Ticket's top tips.

MEAL TICKET

Before enjoying an evening of the Kids In America star's Songs About Love, why not indulge in a bite to eat near to Birmingham Town Hall?

This part of Our Town is packed with options, from Pieminister, to La Galleria, Nosh and Quaff, and The Wilderness.

Nosh and Quaff, located just a stone's throw from the city centre landmark venue, offers a range of food, with mains on the menu including whole lobster, burgers, beef brisket, hotdogs and salads. Steaks and sharing platters also feature.

Desserts on the menu include cheesecake, oven baked cookie dough, a topped waffle, and 'rocky road'.

BAR STAR

Now the weather is warming up, why not enjoy a few drinks before heading over to the Town Hall, with a few tipples overlooking the canal at either Brindley Place or The Mailbox?

Both locations are little more than a 10-minute walk from the venue.

Brindley Place boasts a wide range of bars and eateries, with All Bar One, Pitcher and Piano, and The Slug and Lettuce, all being located on the water's edge.

The Mailbox, meanwhile, also has a wide variety of waterside bars and restaurants, including Gas Street Social, Zizzi, Cafe Rouge, Miller and Carter, Cote and Churchills.

Drinks on offer at Gas Street Social include aperitifs, such as mimosas and bellinis, as well as cocktails including the Rhubarb and Grapefruit Spritz, and the Gas Street Cooler.

Seeing as you'll be in Birmingham on a Saturday night, why not lap up The Thrill Of It in the city centre with a trip out to Birmingham's many pubs, clubs and bars after the concert? Broad Street offers plenty of choice - from Reflex and Popworld, to Wetherspoons, Walkabout, O'Neills, Bierkeller, Revolution , Players Bar and more.

GOOD NIGHT

SLUMBER SPLURGE

Looking for somewhere upmarket to stay? You need not go a Million Miles Away, as the four-star Hyatt Regency Hotel in Bridge Street is less than a 10-minute walk from Birmingham Town Hall.

Guests at this hotel have access to free wifi, as well as a spa, heated pool and fitness centre. There are also babysitting services available upon request, as well as laundry and dry-cleaning services. Those looking for a drink near to where they will lay their head can enjoy The Gentleman & Scholar pub and terrace - or eat at the hotel’s Aria restaurant prior to the show.

CHEAP SLEEP

Be a Sleeping Satellite for a budget price at the Hampton by Hilton hotel on Broad Street, which is just under a 15-minute walk from the venue.

Each room boasts views of the city, plus free wifi, an LCD TV and a lap desk. Reservations at the hotel includes a hot breakfast. The hotel also offers light meals and snacks 24-hours per day, if you fancy a bite to eat after the show.

ON THE MOVE

PARK UP

A major transformation of Paradise Circus is underway, and the extensive highway works may affect your journey to Town Hall, so be aware.

On-street parking is available near the venue. There is also the Town Hall multi-storey car park, which is open till 11.59pm.

RAILY EASY

Get Breakin' Away from the traffic heading in and out of the city by getting the train.

Birmingham Town Hall is less than a five-minute walk from New Street Rail Station.