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View article Hull ready to welcome world-class rugby league event in 2026

Hull ready to welcome world-class rugby league event in 2026

Following the announcement that the Betfred World Club Challenge will be held in Hull, Councillor Mike Ross, Leader of Hull City Council said: “After interest from Qatar, Australia, and other UK Cities, we are delighted another world-class event is coming to Hull, with the prestigious Betfred World Club Challenge heading to the MKM Stadium. “When […]

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View article Free festivities return to Trinity Market – with a Grinchy twist

Free festivities return to Trinity Market – with a Grinchy twist

Hull’s favourite Christmas tradition is back – and this year it comes with a twist! The Santa Claus Showtime returns to Trinity Market for 2025, bringing families together for free festive fun every Saturday in the run-up to Christmas. And just around the corner in Hepworth’s Arcade, a new neighbour is moving in…The Grinch Grotto! […]

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View article Hull creative company awarded contract for new 2026 event 

Hull creative company awarded contract for new 2026 event 

Local cultural organisation ‘Back to Ours’ will deliver a brand-new event in 2026, following a contract award from Hull City Council.  ‘Our City’ will form part of a fantastic weekend in Hull, alongside the already successful event Colliderfest and established cultural conference Cultural Tides.  The event will bring a whole host of community groups and organisations […]

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View article Originator of Afrobeat celebrated at Hull Museums

Originator of Afrobeat celebrated at Hull Museums

A new exhibition exploring the influence of Nigerian music legend, activist and originator of Afrobeat, Fela Aníkúlápó Kuti, has opened at the Wilberforce House Museum. The Underground Spiritual Game is a visual storytelling exhibition exploring Fela Kuti’s global influence through photography, art and archival material. The exhibition features works by Nigerian artist Abolore Sobayo, including […]

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View article Council to host civic reception to celebrate Hull KR’s treble win

Council to host civic reception to celebrate Hull KR’s treble win

Hull City Council will host a civic reception for Hull KR as they celebrate their Betfred Super League Grand Final 2025 win – and completion of an unprecedented treble – with a parade on Sunday 12 October. Open-top buses will make their way from Sewell Group Craven Park to the city centre, culminating with thousands […]

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View article Hull Fair returns for 2025

Hull Fair returns for 2025

One of Europe’s largest travelling fairs has returned for its 731st year. Opening today (Friday 10 October), and taking over 16 acres of Walton Street car park, Hull Fair boasts attractions from across the country. This year there are more than 300 attractions from rollercoasters and white-knuckle-rides to hook-a-duck and bingo, along with over 80 […]

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View article Open Exhibitions 2025 begin at Ferens Art Gallery

Open Exhibitions 2025 begin at Ferens Art Gallery

Two exhibitions celebrating the talent of local artists will open this week at the Ferens Art Gallery. The annual Open Exhibition features over 300 artworks, including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, textiles and film. Artworks are produced by amateur and professional artists, many of which are from the local area. Some pieces will be for sale, […]

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View article Spook-tacular line-up for HTAE’s Halloween workshops

Spook-tacular line-up for HTAE’s Halloween workshops

Families looking for fright-tastically free Halloween events are invited to Hull Training and Adult Education’s (HTAE) seasonal activities this month. A spook-tacular line-up of family-friendly workshops and activities, perfect for children aged four to 11, is being hosted. Halloween family crafting workshops will begin at The Avenues Education Centre on Park Avenue this week, running […]

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View article New rail exhibition opens at History Centre

New rail exhibition opens at History Centre

A new free exhibition exploring the history and development of the railway in Hull has now opened at Hull History Centre. Tracks Through Time: The Story of Hull’s Railways will guide visitors on a journey from the opening of the first line in 1840, through to the privatisation of the industry in the 1990s and […]

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View article Council launches ‘Tea and Chat’ to support school attendance

Council launches ‘Tea and Chat’ to support school attendance

Hull City Council, in collaboration NHS partners, is rolling out a series of ‘Tea and Chat’ events aimed at supporting families facing challenges with school attendance. These informal sessions offer a welcoming space for parents, carers and children to access free advice and support around issues such as anxiety, mental health and general wellbeing. With […]

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