🕊️ The world is preparing to say a final and heartfelt farewell to one of its most legendary and beloved sons: Ozzy Osbourne. You can watch the funeral procession tomorrow morning.

 

Birmingham, UK (July 29–30, 2025) — The city of Birmingham is preparing a moving public tribute to one of its most iconic sons, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away on July 22, 2025, at the age of 76, just two weeks after his final concert in the city. The bass‑wares of heavy metal will roll through his hometown on Wednesday, July 30, beginning at 1 p.m. BST, before a private family funeral that evening  .

📍 Public Procession: Broad Street to Black Sabbath Bridge

The cortege will travel slowly down Broad Street, a route deeply tied to Osbourne’s roots in Aston, Birmingham, and end at the Black Sabbath Bridge and bench, a spontaneous memorial site where fans have laid thousands of flowers and messages in recent days  .

Accompanying the hearse will be a live brass band from Bostin’ Brass, delivering a poignant musical tribute to the “Prince of Darkness” during the procession  .

The city-wide tribute was organised by Birmingham City Council in close coordination with the Osbourne family, who generously funded all associated costs to ensure a fitting farewell from the heart of the city that shaped him  .

🚧 Logistics & Viewing Details

To accommodate the expected crowds, Broad Street will be closed to traffic starting at 7 a.m. BST. Buses and trams will be rerouted, and attendees are advised to use public transport and arrive early to secure a spot along the procession route  .

Fans unable to attend in person will still be able to join the tribute via a livestream focused on the Black Sabbath bench, offering a shared moment for the global fan community  .

🕯️ Private Family Funeral: A Small, Celebratory Service

Following the public procession, a private and intimate funeral will be held for close family and friends in line with Ozzy’s previously expressed wishes. Sources close to the family confirm it will be a life‑affirming celebration, not a mournful vigil. “Ozzy would never want a mope‑fest,” has been widely quoted  . Earlier remarks attributed to him emphasize a spirit of joy and even humor, with anecdotes about pranks and upbeat music—but always celebrating rather than doling out grief  .

🎸 Legacy, Final Performance, & Global Tributes

Ozzy’s death followed his historic “Back to the Beginning” farewell show on July 5, 2025, at Villa Park in Birmingham—marking his final live performance and the reunion of the original Black Sabbath lineup. The event raised significant funds for charities and drew massive global attention via pay-per-view streaming  .

Since his passing, cities the world over have held vigil-like tributes. In Birmingham, thousands have flocked to the Black Sabbath Bridge and bench, transforming the site into a living memorial. A dedicated book of condolences is also open at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, home to the ongoing “Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero” exhibition  .

Music legends including Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward (his Black Sabbath bandmates), Yungblud, Robert Plant, Gene Simmons, and others have shared tributes mourning the loss of a pioneer who altered the face of rock music  .

🎤 Words from Birmingham’s Mayor

Councillor Zafar Iqbal, Lord Mayor of Birmingham, shared:

“Ozzy was more than a music legend – he was a son of Birmingham… We’re proud to host it here with his loving family in the place where it all began”  .

He reflected on the city’s pride in staging a tribute fitting for an artist so closely tied to its identity, noting that Ozzy and his Black Sabbath bandmates had recently been granted the Freedom of the City as a testament to their cultural impact  .

✅ Summary Table

Detail	Information
Date & Time	Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at 1 p.m. BST
Route	Hearse down Broad Street → Black Sabbath Bridge & Bench
Music	Bostin’ Brass live brass band
Public Access	Free; road closures from 7 a.m.; public transport advised
Livestream	Available at Black Sabbath bench
Private Funeral	Small scale; celebration‑of‑life style
Honours	Freedom of the City awarded on June 28, 2025

Fans around the world can tune in to the livestream tomorrow morning to pay their respects alongside those gathered in Birmingham. This tribute marks not just the passing of a music icon, but the honoring of a man who remained rooted in the city that shaped him—and who gave so much back.