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View article Ancient Egypt exhibitions open for the season at Ferens Art Gallery

Ancient Egypt exhibitions open for the season at Ferens Art Gallery

17th March 2023

Ancient Egypt has arrived at Ferens Art Gallery and is now open for the spring/summer season. Featuring two free exhibitions supported by a dedicated programme for schools and public events, the season will explore the beauty and mystery of ancient Egypt celebrating two of the greatest Egyptian discoveries of the last 200 years. The decoding […]

View article The Awakening 2023: All you need to know

The Awakening 2023: All you need to know

16th March 2023

Hull city centre will be illuminated this weekend with the return of the spectacular Awakening from Freedom Festival. The event, across two evenings, will feature world-class installations and performances, with Hull’s historic areas presented in a new and enchanting light. When is it taking place? Friday 17 March, 6pm until 10pm. Saturday 18 March, 6pm […]

View article ‘Rediscover’ Ferens Art Gallery at new exhibition

‘Rediscover’ Ferens Art Gallery at new exhibition

14th March 2023

An exciting new exhibition ‘Rediscovering Ferens’ has opened at Ferens Art Gallery. Running until Sunday 21 May, the exhibition focusses on the theme of identity and curators have explored what identity means to them, and to communities in Hull. The exhibition has been co-curated by young volunteers aged 18 – 25 years from the Future […]

View article New exhibition on First World War British Jews arrives at Hull History Centre

New exhibition on First World War British Jews arrives at Hull History Centre

10th March 2023

A new exhibition at Hull History Centre highlighting the contribution and sacrifice of Hull’s Jewish community during The First World War will open next week. We Were There Too is produced by We Were There Too: British Jews in the First World War, a project which has developed a website covering military and social history. […]

View article Street party applications now open for King’s Coronation

Street party applications now open for King’s Coronation

8th March 2023

With the coronation of King Charles III fast approaching, Hull City Council is inviting communities to apply to hold street parties in their neighbourhood. Residents are able to apply for a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) up until Thursday 6 April, meaning they can close the road to traffic and fill it with tables, chairs, […]

Hull City Council to mark Commonwealth Day 2023

7th March 2023

Commonwealth Day 2023 will be marked in Hull next Monday (13 March) as a flag is raised at the Guildhall. The day marks the ten year anniversary of the signing of the Charter of the Commonwealth, will all 76 UK cities raising the Commonwealth of Nations Flag of Peace at 11am. Members of the public […]

View article Lord Mayor brings Mardi Gras to Guildhall

Lord Mayor brings Mardi Gras to Guildhall

7th March 2023

The Lord Mayor, Cllr Christine Randall is holding a Mardi Gras-themed charity ball next month, with tickets available to buy now. The ball will be held on Friday 14 April in the magnificent setting of the Banqueting Hall in the Guildhall, with a four-course meal and live entertainment from local band ‘Your cup of tea’. […]

View article What’s on in Hull – March 2023

What’s on in Hull – March 2023

1st March 2023

Ballroom dancing, ancient Egyptian history, and the return of The Awakening! Here are our picks of what’s on in Hull this March. Strictly Ballroom: The Musical Hull New Theatre, HU1 3HF, 6 – 11 Mar 2023, 2:30pm & 7:30pm Strictly Ballroom: The Musical visits Hull starring Strictly Come Dancing’s Kevin Clifton and BBC’s Eastenders’ Maisie Smith. Directed by TV […]

View article Local dancers to take over Hull New Theatre

Local dancers to take over Hull New Theatre

22nd February 2023

Dance groups from across Hull will take to the stage at Hull New Theatre this Sunday (26 February). Hull City Council’s Youth Arts Initiative Creative Voice and Hull Dance will give young performers and choreographers a stage to showcase their talents on Sunday 26 February. The evening will showcase work by youth dance companies from […]

View article Hull City Council to mark Ukraine invasion anniversary

Hull City Council to mark Ukraine invasion anniversary

22nd February 2023

On Friday (24 February), Hull City Council will mark a year since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The Ukraine flag will be flown at full mast from the Guildhall, whilst Queen Victoria Square will be lit in blue and yellow across the weekend. Council staff will also be invited to participate in a national one-minute […]

View article Panic Shack set to shake up the stacks at Hull Central Library

Panic Shack set to shake up the stacks at Hull Central Library

7th February 2023

Get It Loud in Libraries present Welsh band Panic Shack in partnership with Hull Libraries, a live music event held in an unexpected setting: Hull Central Library. Hailing from Cardiff, Wales five-piece Panic Shack bring their own brand of punk attitude to Hull Central Library as part of their 2023 tour. This show was due […]

View article Football scheme celebrates 1,000 active hours with free sessions

Football scheme celebrates 1,000 active hours with free sessions

7th February 2023

Active Through Football, from Hull Culture and Leisure, Tigers Trust and the Football Foundation, is celebrating reaching a massive milestone with free sessions available this half term. Following a successful 1000 hours of physical activity participation on the project, these free sessions will invite users to get involved and help shape the future of the […]