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“Ozzy Day” To Be Celebrated in Late Metal Icon’s Hometown of Birmingham, England
Birmingham, England will hold "Ozzy Day" on 22 July 2026 to mark the first anniversary of Ozzy Osbourne's death, honouring the city's most famous musical son with live music, tributes and other events across the city centre. The initiative brings together local businesses, cultural organisations and public spaces, reflecting the enduring pride Birmingham takes in the Black Sabbath frontman and solo star.
The event is being organised in partnership with the Birmingham Business Improvement District and Birmingham City Council, with officials describing it as a citywide tribute to Osbourne's legacy and influence on music. Osbourne died on 22 July 2025, just 17 days after performing his final concert, the "Back to the Beginning" show at Birmingham's Villa Park with both Black Sabbath and as a solo artist. Separately, his widow Sharon and son Jack have recently announced plans for an interactive digital avatar designed to capture his voice, image and movement.
In short
- Birmingham marks first anniversary of Ozzy Osbourne's death with "Ozzy Day" on 22 July.
- Event includes live music, tributes and citywide celebrations backed by council and businesses.
- Follows announcement of an interactive digital Ozzy avatar by his family.
Explained simply
Ozzy Osbourne was a British musician best known as the lead singer of the pioneering heavy metal band Black Sabbath, which formed in Birmingham in the 1960s. He later established a successful solo career and became one of rock music's most iconic and recognisable figures, remaining active in the music industry for more than five decades.
Osbourne was born and raised in Birmingham, and the city remained central to his identity throughout his life. He died on 22 July 2025, just over two weeks after performing what would be his final concert at Birmingham's Villa Park, a venue in his hometown.
To mark the first anniversary of his death, Birmingham is holding "Ozzy Day" on 22 July 2026, a citywide celebration featuring live music and tributes organised by local councils and businesses. The event reflects Birmingham's pride in Osbourne as one of the city's most famous sons and his enduring influence on rock music and popular culture.