9 things not to miss at Heritage Open Days in Hull 13th September 2019 Dozens of Hull’s most famous buildings are opening their doors from today as Heritage Open Days 2019 begins. The annual event, organised by Hull Civic Society, features walks, talks and open days at buildings of historical, architectural and cultural significance in the city. Nationally, Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture, […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News What's on GuildhallHeritage Open DaysHull History CentreHumber Archaeology PartnershipNational Picture TheatrePearson ParkStepney Railway StationZachariah Pearson
5 things to do in Hull this weekend 12th September 2019 This weekend’s offerings in Hull include a free festival and a free look at some of the city’s most important heritage sites, plus some theatre, art and music for good measure. Here are 5 things to do in Hull this weekend. 1. Hull Old Town Festival Trinity Square 14 September 11am-4pm Free A free event […] Read more Hull New Theatre Leisure & Culture News What's on ArtlinkFootnotes On EqualityHull Old Town FestivalJubilee CentralThe Paul Mirfin BandTrinity SquareUp N Under
Comedy legend Ben Elton coming to Hull for first tour in 15 years 12th September 2019 One of the UK’s most popular stand-up comedians is coming to Hull next month. Ben Elton will bring his self-proclaimed “searing, scintillating, savagely hilarious” new show to Hull City Hall on Tuesday 8 October. It is the first tour for 15 years for the legendary comedian and writer, who co-penned TV programmes including Blackadder and […] Read more Hull City Hall Leisure & Culture News What's on Ben EltonStand-up comedy
This eight-foot-tall celebrity robot is coming to a Hull tech event 11th September 2019 A world-famous robot who has danced on stage with Rihanna and Will.I.Am is on his way to a Hull tech event. The 8ft Titan the Robot has been confirmed for the Tech Expo Humber at the Bonus Arena next month. The elaborate exoskeleton has also appeared alongside Will Smith and Jackie Chan at events including […] Read more Business News Regeneration What's on Bonus ArenaConnexinEast Riding CouncilHull City CouncilRihannaTech Expo HumberTitan the RobotWill SmithWill.I.Am
Family fun (and free ice cream) at Pickering Park 11th September 2019 A free family fun day will take place at Pickering Park on Saturday 14 September. It will see a host of free family activities, with children’s rides, face-painting, donkey rides and sporting activities. A number of the council’s partners will also be there providing information on their services, including Humberside Police, Humberside Fire and Rescue […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Councillor Lynn PetriniDove HouseHull City CouncilHumberside Fire and RescueHumberside PoliceNeighbourhood Network HullNHSPickering ParkSportsability
5 things to do in Hull this weekend 5th September 2019 A hugely talented Hull comedian, two Irish pop legends and a stage musical based on a hit film are among the top offerings in the area this weekend. Head to an artistic exploration of the tradition of Hull Fair or help keep a community library open too. Here are 5 things to do in the […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Anlaby Park Community LibraryBoyzlifeEast Riding TheatreHull Truck TheatreHumber Street GalleryLucy BeaumontThe Wedding SingerThe Welly
Les Misérables is coming to Hull 30th August 2019 Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s musical Les Misérables is coming to Hull New Theatre next year. Since Cameron Mackintosh first conceived this new production of Les Misérables in 2009 to celebrate the show’s 25th anniversary, it has taken the world by storm. The announcement comes as casting was announced for […] Read more Hull New Theatre Leisure & Culture News What's on Alain BoublilCameron MackintoshClaude-Michel SchönbergHull New TheatreLes Misérables
Theatre performance to take audiences ‘To the Moon and Back’ 30th August 2019 A theatre production, created specifically for children with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), will take audiences to outer space at Hull New Theatre this weekend. To the Moon and Back is a heart-warming children’s show about family relationships. Writer and director Daniel Swift, from theatre company Concrete Youth, has worked with children within special […] Read more Education and Learning Hull New Theatre Leisure & Culture News What's on Concrete YouthHull New TheatreTo the Moon and Back
5 must-see things at Freedom Festival 29th August 2019 The award-winning Freedom Festival is back this week. This year the 12th edition of the international arts festival, that draws performers from all over the world, is taking place over five days. The huge programme includes a wide range of events and performances, the vast amount of which are free. Here’s just five things that […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on 5 things to do in Hull this weekendFreedom FestivalFreedom Festival Arts Trust
Stage is set for Freedom Festival 2019 28th August 2019 The 12th edition of the award-winning Freedom Festival returns to Hull today. Artists from across the world are converging to delight, challenge and mystify audiences with jaw-dropping circus, weird and wonderful street theatre, thought-provoking performances and talks, music from all over the world, and mischievous projects that engage all ages. This year the festival is […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Freedom FestivalFreedom Festival Arts Trust
Free and low-cost family events in Hull this week 26th August 2019 Even more free and low-cost summer family events are happening in Hull this week. Change4Life and Hull City Council have teamed up with youth centres, children’s centres, parks and volunteers across the city to give children in the city a healthy and fun summer that is packed with activities. Here are this week’s activities: Tuesday 27 […] Read more What's on King George V Playing FieldsNorth Bransholme Community CentreOctagon CafePaul Ingle Boxing ClubSt Stephens Neighbourhood Centre
BBC’s Contains Strong Language festival is returning to Hull 21st August 2019 A popular three-day festival of poetry and spoken word is returning to Hull for a third year in a row. Contains Strong Language is produced by the BBC in partnership with Wrecking Ball Press, the British Council, Arts Council England, the Makassar International Writers Festival and others. Its third incarnation will take place from Friday […] Read more News What's on Arts Council EnglandBBCBritish CouncilContains Strong LanguageHull CollegeHull Truck Theatre
