William Dobson Self-Portrait will bring young people together on UK Tour 12th August 2026 On International Youth Day, Tate and the National Portrait Gallery are happy to announce a national tour of William Dobson’s Self-Portrait c.1635-40. The tour will focus on bringing together young people across the country, connecting this 17th century painting to a new generation. Jointly acquired in 2025 by Tate and the National Portrait Gallery, the artwork will […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News What's on Cllr Jackie DadInternational Youth DayNational Portrait Galleryself portraitWilliam Dobson
New cycle map launched for Hull to help people explore and enjoy the ride 4th August 2026 A new cycle map has been created by Hull City Council to promote the benefits of cycling and help residents plan a journey by bike, whether it is for leisure, commuting to school or work or for making short trips, such as errands or visiting family and friends locally. Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Transport & Streets active travelCouncillor Mark IeronimoHull City CouncilHull Cycle ForumHull Cycle Mapsustainable transport
Community centre re-opens in Hull – and another to follow! 27th July 2026 The Mitchell Centre is opening its doors again for the first time since 2023 - and it will soon be followed by the re-opening of Spring Bank Community Centre. Read more Children and families Community and Living Leisure & Culture News Cllr Ted DolmanCommunity Centres
Lloyds Tour of Britain Family Cycling Festival returns in 2026 to Blackpool and Hull 24th July 2026 The 2026 Lloyds Tour of Britain Family Cycling Festival will be hosted at two stages of this year’s prestigious event, in Blackpool and Hull. Read more News Sport What's on BlackpoolCllr Jackie DadEast ParkLloyds Tour of Britain Family Cycling Festival
Breastfeeding-themed pop-up gallery now open in Hull 22nd July 2026 A new pop-up gallery has opened on Humber Street, and all the artwork has one unusual thing in common. Every piece of art, poetry and poster has been created by local primary school pupils – and it’s all about breastfeeding. The exhibition, Feeding Futures: Breastfeeding Through the Eyes of Hull’s Children, will run for a […] Read more Health and Social Care Leisure & Culture News
Hull City Council announces ‘Music Cities Stage’ for Humber Street Sesh 2026 21st July 2026 Hull City Council is set to showcase the power of global musical collaboration at this year’s Humber Street Sesh with the launch of the ‘Music Cities Stage’, with support from Connexin Live. Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration What's on Cllr Jackie DadHumber Street SeshMark PageMusic CitiesUNESCO Creative City
Get set for a summer of maritime fun in Hull city centre 17th July 2026 Hull city centre is set to come alive this summer with a packed programme of free maritime-themed events and activities for families to enjoy throughout the school holidays. To mark the highly anticipated opening of the Hull Maritime Museum and as part of Hull’s Summer of Maritime celebrations. visitors can look forward to an exciting […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on Cllr Jackie Dadfamily eventsFerens Art GalleryHull MaritimeHull's Summer of MaritimeMaritime MuseumMuseums Quartersummer holidays
Children help create signs to boost park safety in Hull 17th July 2026 Hull youngsters have created an illustration for the signs, which contain a QR code to allow for safety issues to be reported. Read more Children and families Community and Living Education and Learning Leisure & Culture News Parks Cllr Linda TockCllr Ted DolmanOak Road playing fieldsParks
Major Ennerdale Leisure Centre refurbishment to be considered by cabinet 17th July 2026 A proposal to carry out a major refurbishment to Ennerdale Leisure Centre is to be put forward to Hull City Council’s cabinet. Read more Community and Living Leisure & Culture News Regeneration CabinetCllr Jackie DadEnnerdale Leisure CentreSports England
V&A DesignLab Nation exhibition opens at Hull Museums 16th July 2026 A new exciting exhibition opens this week at Hull’s Streetlife Museum, in partnership with the V&A South Kensington and local schools. DesignLab Nation is a funded national programme which brings together secondary schools and creative industries to inspire the next generation of designers, makers and innovators through hands-on design projects. In Hull, students from Sirius […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on Cllr Jackie DadHull MuseumsStreetlife MuseumV&AV&A DesignLab Nation
Cabinet to consider new Playing Pitch Strategy for Hull 13th July 2026 Both Hull’s Playing Pitch Strategy & Action Plan and Hull’s Built Facilities Strategy will be heard by councillors at cabinet this month. Read more Leisure & Culture News Parks Regeneration Built Facilities StrategyCabinetCllr Charles QuinnPlaying Pitch Strategy
Splash pad and paddling pool to reopen for summer holidays 10th July 2026 East Park splash pad and Pickering Park paddling pool will open for the 2026 summer holidays, following extensive refurbishment at both sites. Read more Leisure & Culture News Parks What's on Cllr Charles QuinnEast park splash padpaddling poolsPickering Park Paddling Poolsummer holidayswater play