Today, Birmingham stands still. Fans, family, and fellow musicians have gathered to pay their final respects to Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic BLACK SABBATH frontman who passed away on July 22 at the age of 76.
A public funeral procession is being held in his hometown, and fans worldwide can join via a global livestream — a farewell to one of music’s most legendary voices.
Ozzy Osbourne Funeral Procession: Route and Details
The cortege begins Wednesday, July 30 at 1:00 PM BST, as a hearse carrying Ozzy travels down Broad Street in Birmingham. Fans around the globe can watch live by visiting Black Sabbath Bench’s official website and entering their email to access the exclusive feed.
🌍 Livestream Start Times by City:
- 1:00 PM BST – Birmingham, UK
- 2:00 PM CET – Paris, Berlin, Rome
- 5:00 AM PT – Los Angeles
- 8:00 AM ET – New York, Toronto
- 5:30 PM IST – New Delhi
- 8:00 PM CST – Beijing, Shanghai
- 9:00 PM JST – Tokyo
- 11:00 PM AEDT – Sydney, Melbourne
The procession will pause at the Black Sabbath Bridge and bench, now a powerful public memorial. A live performance by Bostin’ Brass, a Birmingham-based brass band, will accompany the moment, adding emotional weight to the ceremony.
Also featured is the Ozzy tram, named in his honor in 2016, which will symbolically travel alongside the procession.
City Closures and Transportation Advice
- Broad Street is closed to vehicles from 7:00 AM BST, with re-opening expected in the evening.
- Public transport is advised.
- Local authorities urge attendees to arrive early and follow all posted safety guidance.
- Bus and tram diversions are in place, with limited access for residents and businesses.
A Month-Long Farewell to a Music Titan
This procession caps off a month-long tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, whose legacy transcends generations. On July 5, fans witnessed what many now believe was a symbolic goodbye — the “Back to the Beginning” reunion concert at Villa Park, where Ozzy performed with the original Black Sabbath lineup.
Despite battling Parkinson’s disease, he appeared strong in spirit and voice, seated on a custom black throne, commanding the stage one final time.
A Global Goodbye to the Prince of Darkness
As Birmingham gathers and millions around the world tune in, today marks more than just a funeral. It’s a global celebration of a man whose music shaped generations.
To watch live, visit blacksabbathbench.com and be part of this historic moment.
“I’m just a dreamer. I dream my life away.” – Ozzy Osbourne
