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The Hull Minster Beer Festival returns this May, and comedian Chris McCausland also heads to Hull.

What’s on in Hull – May 2025

With spring in full flow and summer just around the corner, here’s just a selection of things taking place in Hull this May.

Hull Minster Beer Festival

Hull Minster, Thursday 8 May until Saturday 10 May

The annual Hull Minster Beer Festival returns this May, combining one of the city’s most iconic buildings with some of the best beers in the region.

With five sessions over three days, there’s plenty of opportunity to sip, savor and sample all that’s on offer.

VE Day Celebrations

Various locations, Saturday 3 May until Thursday 8 May

This year is the 80th anniversary of VE Day, and there’s various celebration events taking place across Hull to commemorate the occasion.

On Monday 5 May a street party will be set up in East Park, with picnic tables, VE Day themed tableware and flags, as well as themed entertainment.

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac

Connexin Live, Saturday 10 May

Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups.

Channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time.

Queer: An LGBTQ+ Film Season

Hull Truck Theatre, Thursday 8 May until Saturday 17 May

Hull Independent Cinema presents ‘Queer’, a very special film season which explores the history of LGBTQ+ cinema and shines a light on the beauty and brilliance of queer lives.

Expect German classics, powerful documentaries and nostalgic favourites.

Chris McCausland

Hull City Hall, Friday 16 May

Fresh from stealing the show on Strictly Come Dancing, one of the comedy circuit’s hottest talents heads to Hull this May.

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