Preparations begin for festive weekend in Hull 26th November 2025 Details of Hull’s bumper Christmas weekend have now been revealed as the build for this weekend’s event have started in the city centre. Performances on the main stage in Queen Victoria Square will delight audiences of all ages with short pantomime Jack & the Beanstalk (Saturday only) at 10.30am and 2pm, live singers, choirs and […] Read more Christmas Leisure & Culture News What's on ChristmasChristmas in HullChristmas marketCllr Rob PritchardKing Edward StPantoPrinces QuayQueen Victoria SquareTrinity Square
Hull prepares for bumper festive weekend of Christmas cheer 7th November 2025 Hull city centre will be flooded with festive cheer this November as a full Christmas weekend event fills the streets. A Christmas market will line King Edward St, brought to life with street entertainment, hot and cold food offers as well as covered seating with live music performances and festive panto on the main stage […] Read more Christmas Leisure & Culture News What's on Christmas eventChristmas marketCllr Rob PritchardHull TrainsKing Edward StreetLou MendhamPrinces QuayQueen Victoria SquareVictorian Christmas
Supported Internships applications open for September 2026 30th September 2025 Hull City Council’s Supported Internships team has collaborated with partners to organise a host of upcoming events and information sessions on September 2026 applications. The structured work-based programme is aimed at 16 to 24-year-olds with SEND who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and who want to access the world of work, but may […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Cllr Linda TockPrinces QuaySupported InternshipsWilberforce College
Thrive Hull hosts premiere event for new youth mental health support videos 10th July 2025 The Thrive Hull Partnership hosted a celebration event to premiere new ‘what to expect’ videos, which aim to help children and young people accessing emotional and mental health support. The Thrive Hull Partnership, led by Hull City Council and NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB), works with over 80 organisations, services and […] Read more Children and families Health and Social Care News Councillor Linda TockMental HealthNHS HumberNorth Yorkshire Integrated Care BoardPrinces QuayThrive Hull
VE Day 80 celebrations come to Hull 17th April 2025 Families in Hull will have the opportunity to come together and pay tribute to the Second World War generation from Saturday 3 to Thursday 8 May. A number of celebration events will take place across Hull to commemorate VE Day’s 80th year. On Monday 5 May a street party will be set up in East […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on 80th anniversaryBack to OursBransholme Chat shopcelebration eventscenotaphChris JacksonEast ParkHull 4 HeroesLouise YatesPrinces QuayRoyal British Legionstreet partyVE DayVE Day 80
Council wants residents’ input for new Local Plan 11th March 2025 Hull City Council is creating a new Local Plan for Hull – and needs the input of the city’s residents. The updated plan will guide how the city grows and changes over the next 15 years, impacting homes, jobs, health and climate action. The council wishes to have an active and open conversation about these […] Read more Community and Living News Planning Regeneration Cllr Paul Drake DavisHull Local PlanHull UniversityPrinces Quay
Marketplace drop-in event to showcase education and training opportunities for young people with SEND 7th March 2025 Hull City Council is hosting a marketplace event for Hull young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). It’s a chance for young people and their families to find out more about their options and support their preparation for adulthood. The event is aimed at young people with SEND aged 14-25 and takes place […] Read more Adult social care Children and families Education and Learning News adult social careChildren and familiesChildren and young peopleCouncillor Linda TockEducationPrinces QuaySENDTraining
Public engagement launched to shape future of Hull city centre 3rd February 2025 Hull City Council is seeking views on a new plan for its city centre. The Hull City Centre Vision will help the council realise its ambition to deliver a more family-friendly, sustainable and prosperous city centre of the future – one that benefits residents, businesses and visitors alike. Led by urban design specialists, Planit, the […] Read more News Regeneration Cllr Paul Drake DavisHull City Centre VisionPlanitPrinces Quay
Hull theatre company creates free play space in city centre 31st October 2024 Hull-based theatre company The Herd have created a free play space, made entirely out of recycled and reused materials, at Princes Quay Shopping Centre. Following on from the success of REPLAY at the Southbank Centre in London, The Herd have created a play space in the heart of Hull city centre where families with children […] Read more Children and families Leisure & Culture News Theatre What's on Herd TheatrePrinces Quay
Free inspirational art exhibition this half-term at Creative Voice Festival 30th October 2024 An inspirational exhibition exploring identity and self-expression through art is being hosted in Princes Quay Event Space this week. ‘Faces to Me’ by The Peel Project and Artlink is part of Creative Voice Festival and is open from 12:30-9pm on Friday 1 and Saturday 2 November. As well as displaying beautiful art, the exhibition will […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Art exhibitionCllr Rob PritchardCreative Voice FestivalPrinces Quay
Nighttime economy boost as Iron Lilies opens 12th July 2024 Hull’s city centre evening economy and hospitality sector is set to receive a huge boost as new late-night bar and restaurant Iron Lilies officially opens today, Friday 12 July, thanks to support from Hull City Council. The venue occupies the former Virgin Megastore on Level 2 of Princes Quay Shopping Centre which has stood vacant […] Read more Business Feature Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Cllr Mike RossIron LiliesPrinces Quay
Race karts around Princes Quay as part of Hull Business Expo 2nd April 2024 Businesses can discover a range of funding support whilst sampling the latest offer from Hull Adventure Centre at The Hull Business Expo next week. Hull City Council’s business support team will be available to discuss the assistance they can provide, such as through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Advisors can facilitate access to grants for […] Read more Business News Regeneration Alex CoddHull Adventure CentreHull Business ExpoPrinces QuayUK Shared Prosperity Fund