Ozzy Osbourne will be laid to rest on Wednesday July 30 at a private family funeral, following a special procession through Birmingham. The Black Sabbath star died last week, with his family announcing his passing on July 22, 2025.
The procession will begin at 1pm on Broad Street, led by a live brass band, Bostin' Brass, and will travel to Black Sabbath bridge and bench, where floral tributes have been left. Ozzy's family will follow the cortege.
The Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Councillor Zafar Iqbal MBE, JP, said: 'Ozzy was more than a music legend - he was a son of Birmingham. It was important to the city that we support a fitting, dignified tribute ahead of a private family funeral.' The costs have been covered by the Osbourne family.
Broad Street will be closed from 7am, with buses and trams diverted. A book of condolence has been opened at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, alongside the Ozzy Osbourne Working Class Hero exhibition. A live feed of Black Sabbath bridge will be available for those unable to attend.
Ozzy, who had spoken of his desire to return to the UK from Los Angeles, performed his final gig at Villa Park last month. He said: 'It's time for me to spend some time with my grandkids. I don't want to die in a hotel room somewhere.'
The family's statement read: 'It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love.'
