July 22, 2026, has been declared Ozzy Osbourne Day around the world to remember and honor the passing of heavy metal legend and icon Ozzy Osbourne. Ozzy’s hometown of Birmingham, England, is hosting a one-day celebration and features live music, tributes, and other activities.
The one-day celebration will be held in Osbourne’s hometown on July 22, featuring live music, tributes, and other activities. The Chair Central of the Birmingham Business Improvement District Sam Watson noted in a press release that “Ozzy Day is a fantastic example of Birmingham working together to celebrate the legendary Ozzy Osbourne.”
“By bringing together businesses, cultural organizations and public spaces, we’re creating a city-center-wide experience that encourages people to celebrate the legacy of a truly global, Birmingham-born icon.”
Events will take place across Birmingham City Centre, where visitors will be able to explore places that helped shape Ozzy’s story, with activities at the Black Sabbath Bench and Bridge, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham New Street Station, Bullring, Selfridges, and Martineau Place. Fans can also expect to see pop-up performances across the city from Bostin Brass, playing music from Ozzy and Black Sabbath in the streets.
Councilor Deborah Harries, Cabinet Member for Culture, Birmingham City Council, added that “Ozzy Osbourne is one of Birmingham’s foremost cultural figures, and we continue to honor his legacy here in the city, where his journey began.”
“I am glad to see the city partners coming together to celebrate Ozzy’s influence on music and his pride in his hometown,” Harries said.
Below are some photos and videos from my good friend James, who is from the UK and attending the festivities.
MY TOP 10 OZZY/BLACK SABBATH SONGS
Top 10 Solo Ozzy Songs (no order)
- You’re No Different
- Diary of a Madman
- Mama I’m Coming Home
- Crowley
- Goodbye to Romance
- Bark at the Moon
- No More Tears
- Crazy Babies
- Fire In the Sky
- Killer of Giants
Top 10 Ozzy Era Black Sabbath Songs (no order)
- Behind the Wall of Sleep
- Black Sabbath
- Children of the Grave
- Hand of Doom
- Faries Wear Boots
- The Wizard
- Snowblind
- Lord of This World
- War Pigs
- Electric Funeral
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