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View article What’s on in Hull – August 2025

What’s on in Hull – August 2025

2nd August 2025

Is there a better month than August? Maybe that’s a debate for another day, but it certainly has to be up there, especially in Hull! Here’s just a small selection of some of the things taking place in Hull this month. Healthy Holidays Across Hull, various dates There are tonnes of events happening across the […]

View article Pride in Hull kicks off summer of events in Hull city centre

Pride in Hull kicks off summer of events in Hull city centre

17th July 2025

Summer is looking bright in Hull city centre with a whole host of events for all ages, starting with Pride in Hull. Hosted in a number of sites and venues, the event returns next Saturday (26 July) and promises to be a vibrant celebration, all under the inclusive banner of this year’s theme: “You’re Welcome.” […]

View article What’s on in Hull – September 2023

What’s on in Hull – September 2023

1st September 2023

There’s plenty still to look forward to as Summer comes to an end in Hull. Take a look at our selections of what’s on in Hull this month.

View article Freedom Festival road closures plus weekly traffic and travel update – 1 September

Freedom Festival road closures plus weekly traffic and travel update – 1 September

1st September 2023

Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks. All works are subject to change. For the latest updates:

View article Freedom Festival 2023: Everything you need to know

Freedom Festival 2023: Everything you need to know

30th August 2023

Freedom Festival is back with a bang for 2023! Taking place in Hull City Centre, Freedom Festival is a festival like no other. Featuring installations, exhibitions, outdoor performances, indoor shows, and an unmissable atmosphere, these five days are some of the most hotly anticipated in Hull’s calendar. Named after the city’s association with William Wilberforce […]

View article Freedom Festival road closures plus weekly traffic and travel update – 25 August

Freedom Festival road closures plus weekly traffic and travel update – 25 August

25th August 2023

Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks. All works are subject to change. For the latest updates:

View article What’s on in Hull – August 2023

What’s on in Hull – August 2023

1st August 2023

Take a look at our top pick of things to do in Hull this August.

View article Freedom Festival 2023 line-up revealed

Freedom Festival 2023 line-up revealed

13th July 2023

The wait is over for the line-up for this year’s Freedom Festival in Hull. Hull’s international arts festival returns with artists and shows appearing on the streets, theatres, galleries and many places across Hull City Centre between 30 August and 3 September. Mikey Martins, CEO and Artistic Director at Freedom Festival, said: “We’ve put together […]

View article First look at Freedom Festival 2023

First look at Freedom Festival 2023

26th June 2023

Freedom Festival Arts Trust has unveiled key dates for their highly anticipated summer festival, and offered a sneak preview of the incredible artists set to use the city as a stage from August 30 until September 3. Renowned for its world-class reputation regionally and all across the UK and Europe, Hull’s Freedom Festival returns in […]

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 5 things in Hull to look forward to in 2023

5 things in Hull to look forward to in 2023

29th December 2022

As another year ends, it’s time to look ahead and see what Hull has in store for the new year. Here’s a selection of things in Hull to look forward to in 2023: Live events in Hull Every week, the city is alive with music, comedy and much more. Hull is blessed with plenty of […]

View article Freedom Festival 2022: Everything you need to know

Freedom Festival 2022: Everything you need to know

25th August 2022

Hull’s long-running arts extravaganza, Freedom Festival, starts this weekend with more thought-provoking and entertaining performances for everyone to enjoy. Named after the city’s association with William Wilberforce and the end of the slave trade, the festival showcases the best art and culture from all over the world, featuring a variety of performances and spectacular large-scale […]