Hull Minster

Hullzapoppin Dance Weekend – Pop up dancing in Trinity Square

Hullzapoppin’ 2025 is held in the two most spacious and splendid venues in the vicinity, the Guildhall and Hull City Hall!!

They kick off our Hullzapoppin’ weekender at 5pm on Friday 23rd May 2025. This a fun, relaxed weekender with workshops and a choice of tasters each day from 10am to 6pm and three social dances at the fabulous City Hall and Guildhalls in Hull City Centre.

160 dancers dancing in Trinity Market on the Saturday. They may over spill into Trinity Square in front of Hull Minster.

For a breakdown of the full, weekend schedule click here Hullzapoppin SCHEDULE…

Bring Your Own Picnic and Celebrate VE Day Weekend

Bring your own picnic, get together with friends and celebrate VE day weekend.
Might not be music from the 40’s but it’s retro and you all love it.
Make the effort and dress for the occasion, prize for best outfit!

Hull Open Studios

Hull has a vibrant, eclectic community of artist studios. On Saturday 10 May, 10am-5pm, the city’s artists and studio providers will open their doors to the public, celebrating a diverse range of practices from painting to sculpture, drawing and textiles. 

Hull Open Studios 2025 is a rare chance to see artists at work in their studios, get insight into works in progress and buy work directly from the artists themselves.  

 

Participants

Humber Street Gallery

64, Humber Street, Hull, HU1 1TU

Humber Street Gallery presents a changing programme of contemporary visual art exhibitions. As part of Hull Open Studios, artists from our Talent Development Programme INTER_CHANGE will be occupying the Space 2 Gallery where they have been working over the past two months. Meanwhile, visitors will be able to visit In Therapy with North Sea by Solmaz Farhang, and our Arty Bods session will be on in the café space from 10:30am-12:30pm.

Juice Studios 

61A Humber Street, Hull, Hu1 1TU

Juice Studios is a not-for-profit creative hub in Hull’s Humber Street, established in 2020. Home to 12 individual studios and a co-working space for up to 10 creatives, we support a diverse community of artists, including fine artists, painters, printmakers, graphic designers, illustrators, glass workers, and textile artists. Our open-access print studio specializes in screen printing alongside traditional printmaking. We also host workshops, life drawing, and provide a flexible project space for exhibitions, photoshoots, and creative experimentation.

 

HARI

25 Francis Street (1st Storey), Hull, HU2 8DT

Hull Artist Research Initiative provides residency space for artists of all disciplines to explore a research subject or experiment with an element of practice. This acts as a space beyond the usual studio for specific activity which pushes artistic practice further. To support these artists’ enquiries, and enable engagement between artists and publics, subject experts, and other artists, HARI devises a bespoke programme of discussions and events for each residency it hosts.

Atelier 8.

25 Francis Street (Access via Caroline Place), Hull, HU2 8DT

Atelier 8. is a unique society of fashion and textile creative practitioners in Hull. A place where independent artists and designers are encouraged to reach their full potential. Where ideas thrive, boundaries are pushed, and the status quo is challenged. With eight full members and five fellows the society supports and nurtures creatives at all stages of their career. Members’ practices include fashion design, free-hand embroidered textiles, millinery and Nuno felting, amongst others.

 

Ground

60 Beverley Road, Hull, HU3 1YE

Ground is a social centre and space for local, outsider, and social art which benefits the local community and wider public through the provision of low-cost artist studios, gallery, library, community space, print room, and shop.
We host a range of public and closed groups around art, music, environmental concerns, community development, alternative-education and addiction support, with a diverse audience that attend the sessions including ex-offenders, recovering addicts, neurodiverse people, and the LGBTQI+ community.
87 Princes Ave, Hull HU5 3QP
Artlink Hull is a community arts charity dedicated to bringing the creative arts to everyone. Since 1982 we have led inclusive creative workshops, learning programmes and events. Our 87 Gallery exhibition programme prioritises commissioning early career artists, encouraging experimentation in the production of ambitious new work. Start Open Studios with us 10am – 12pm for complimentary hot drinks and pastries to fuel your day of studio visits. While you’re here, experience our latest exhibition ‘Special’ by Emily Oetegenn, meet artists associated with our Streams workshops and chat to our team to discover more about our programmes.

Ian Hinley

57 Duesberry Street, Hull, HU5 3QE

Ian is a figurative painter who has been working in Hull for four years making portraits and large allegorical works. More recently he has also been finding joy in making smaller work primarily featuring animals.

 

 

Studio Eleven

12 Humber Street, Fruitmarket, HU1 1TG

Studio Eleven is a gallery, studio and workshop space. Events include artists talks & workshops by leading professional artists, a membership scheme, and a rolling programme of exhibitions featuring contemporary studio ceramics and painting.
We have the only dedicated ceramics space in Hull, with equipment and kilns in a shared studio setting.   We offer a Membership Scheme, Beginners Course, guided Pottery Clubs, plus throwing – on – the – wheel workshops. Membership benefits include 10% discount on artist led workshops, access to the equipment, kilns, and materials at a reduced price.
We welcome visitors to our studio during the open weekend to see work in progress, our facilities, pottery and sculpture created by our artists members and the pottery clubs.
Exhibition: New Paintings by Claire West; Ceramics Sculpture by Qi Fang Colbert. Land; Sea; Mind
Open Wednesday 7 May – 6 July 2025

 

 

Amy Precious

Hull Institute of Arts, Wilberforce Dr. HU1 3DG

Amy Precious is a contemporary artist based in Hull. Known for her colourful, atmospheric works, Precious uses oil pastels to explore synaesthesia, blending visual, sound, and sensory art. Her pieces capture personal and collective experiences, with a focus on political, societal, and cultural moments. Her work often reflects life in Hull and her travels, particularly to Málaga, Spain. Precious has exhibited locally, including at the Art House Gallery and the Hull Unthinkable Film Festival 2024.

 

 

Angela Bell

73 Patterdale Road, Spring Bank West, Hull. HU55AP

Angela originally studied textile design at Manchester where colour, texture and experimentation with different mediums were encouraged. Her work continues to be an eclectic mix and she likes to create an interesting surface on which to work using a variety of media, including machine embroidery. Angela has taken part in Beverley Open Studios more recently. She exhibits locally and nationally and has had work in Royal British Society’s exhibition at the Mall Galleries for the last two consecutive years.

 

Sandy Dorer

48 George Street, Cottingham, HU15 5QP

Mainly my practice centres on the environment and our imapct upon it. My work is calm, quiet and still with the intention of engaging the viewer to take time to make a personal connection. My work practice involves being in an area often collecting organic material which gives resonance to a piece, sketching, taking photographs and getting the feeling of a place. I work in oil on canvas as I like the historical connection.

Dom Heffer

Salisbury Hall, 1 Park Road (next to Pearson Primary school) Hull, HU3 1TD
I have been in my current studio for eight years. The paintings that I make depict anarchic situations populated by ‘stooges’. The atmosphere in the works is often a little perilous, or anxious. For me, these are predominant moods cultivated in western culture; by our governments, mainstream media and online environments. I am attempting to create images that are critical of this culture – whilst avoiding cynicism

Katryna Finnigan

3 Belmount Street, HU9 2RH

I am an artist, and I mainly make art work made entirely out of magazines and recycled materials. I also draw and do a lot of enlargements, mainly of celebrities. I also do some painting.
I also play and perform the alto saxophone so I will be happy to perform this at the same time.

Fraser Briggs (FSR) – Misc Print Co

87 Princes Avenue, Hull, HU5 3QP

Misc Print Co was founded in 2018 by Artist/Designer, Fraser Briggs (FSR). Offering Design and Screen Printing solutions (garment and flat stock), Briggs, has worked with clients including acclaimed visual and musical artists (national and global), record labels, HBO/BBC, community projects and local business’. Alongside branding and art direction. Briggs also helps Artists develop their practice and offers on/offsite workshops for people to try screen printing themselves.

 

 

Art & Soul 

Art & Soul, based at Fruit Market, showcases the work of over 100 artists and makers. Collections include Ceramics, Pottery, Jewellery, Original Art, Prints, and Photography, as well as a wide range of Greetings Cards and Gifts. The diverse selection on offer focuses on high-quality, handmade work, providing a vibrant space to explore and enjoy the creativity of UK artists and makers.

 

 

Matt Midwood

25 Francis Street (Access via Caroline Place), Hull, HU2 8DT

Matt paints, draws and prints familiar things either from life or his visual memory, objects our interest, places, spaces, buildings and people. Whether the artwork is figurative or abstract, what he strives for is something that looks real rather than just representation.

 

 

Bobby Beasley

25 Francis Street (Access via Caroline Place), Hull, HU2 8DT

Bobby is a photographer who seeks chance encounters and unpredictable moments. He likes to capture the humour in situations, enjoying the interaction, spontaneous nature and everything that happens along the way!  Good work is when all of the elements come together.

 

 

Isaac Yeboah

64 Humber Street Gallery, Hull, HU1 1TU

My drawings are an abstract representation of my immediate experiences inspired by culture, fantasy, nature, mystery and the metaphysical which all intricately weave together a captivating imagery. A fluid connection which exists within the elements of the works translate a form of oneness which brings the drawings alive. Using the ballpoint pen as a medium on paper, I blend past and contemporary ideas and breathes life into vivid abstract imagery rich in detail and meaning.

 

 

Emily Fratson

64 Humber Street Gallery, Hull, HU1 1TU

I am a multidisciplinary artist with a BFA in Visual Art from Belhaven University in Jackson, Mississippi (2013). My practice is underpinned by drawing, which I see as present in all aspects of my practice. I employ a range of processes and materials including ceramics, textiles, photography, painting, and digital media to explore themes such as placedness, domesticity, the lineage of making, and the line between art and craft.
Recently, I have been particularly drawn to using textiles- specifically quilting and embroidery. I consider these to be ‘legacy practices’ as they were mastered by my grandmother and passed on to me and the other women on my maternal line. I am in the early stages of developing a body of new work that considers my relationship to my grandmother and explores the push and pull between our ‘otherness’ and shared aspects of our being.
I am interested in rephrasing the existing language/ visual vocabulary around craft/domestic acts, Bible Belt Christianity, myth and the psyche.

Zivarna Murphy

64 Humber Street Gallery, Hull, HU1 1TU

Zivarna will show a body of ceramic work focusing on the tactile natural forms and textures of shells and fossilised shell bodies. They draw upon an exploration of the concept of donor bodies being left as empty shells and her ongoing examination of coastal erosion as a metaphor for human loss. You are invited to hold, listen to and smell the pieces. There will be a selection of vessels and wearable offcuts available for sale.

 

 

Chloe Barker

64 Humber Street Gallery, Hull, HU1 1TU

I consider my practice to be an intimate archive of my thoughts, discussions and experiences. I have amassed documentation through an ever growing collection of hand bound books which serve as the foundation of my creative work. My books consist of writings and drawings interconnected by their subject matter. Recurring motifs within my work have helped me form a consistent visual language, something I’ve found to be extremely cathartic.

 

Victoria Smith

64 Humber Street Gallery, Hull, HU1 1TU

Victoria Smith is a photographic artist, whose practice spans across analogue and digital technologies, from high quality commercial work to conceptual darkroom experimentations. Through a diverse range of exhibitions, residencies, and commissions, her work offers a nuanced perspective on both personal and collective narratives. Victoria also curates local exhibitions to provide a platform for local photographers to show their work to the public.

 

Old Ice Cream Factory

47 Peel Street, Hull HU3 1QR

Old Ice Cream Factory is a live / work space in a restored and converted light industrial building which has had several uses besides a confectioners and ice cream manufacturers. It is surrounded by unusual gardens forming a quiet oasis close to the town centre. Rick Welton makes functional and sculptural hand-built ceramics. Trish Green is a mixed media artist with a particular interest in monoprints. Jeff Green uses found materials to create miniature townscapes.

 

Wild Giant Arts

Unit 17 Courtney Street Factory Unit Estate HU8 7QF

Wild Giant Arts is a new street theatre company in Hull run by local artists and performers Stacey and Dave. We make roaming shows using larger than life puppets that we take to outdoor events and festivals around the UK.  We build them here in our little studio in East Hull, where you can see our current work in progress, a giant dog puppet, and the inner workings that go into the creation of it.

 

Please note, some of the artists may choose to support the TransHull protest and won’t be in their studios 1-2pm. If you are planning on visiting over that time period, please get in touch with artists directly to check if they are present. 

Balloons & Beats Festival

Join us at Hull for an unforgettable weekend of fun, music, and stunning Hot Air Balloon displays. Perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking for an extraordinary experience, the Balloons & Beats Festival brings together aerial artistry and electrifying live music to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Get a Load Off 2: Queer We Go Again!

TWO PART ALTERNATIVE PRIDE CELEBRATION!

SCHEDULE
➳ 3PM – 7:30PM (FREE ENTRY) :
LIVE MUSIC / ARTS & CRAFTS
➳ 8PM – 11PM (£15 + BF) :
DRAG CABARET

On July 25th, Last Pick Theatre are hosting their biggest alternative Pride celebration of the year here at Polar Bear Music Club! This event is dedicated to raising funds for direct community action, offering meaningful support to those who need it, and valuing artists with fair pay.

They’ve got a two-part event for you! Kicking things off in the Bear Garden from 3PM to 7:30PM with live music, and arts & crafts, all performed by amazing local queer artists (free entry). Then get ready for an evening drag cabaret – a huge show with incredible talent from our local community and beyond! (£15)

Comic Con Mania Hull 2025

COMIC CON MANIA IS BACK!

After a successful launch in 2024, Monopoly Events are delighted to be returning with Comic Con Mania in 2025.

Over the last few years we’ve cemented our position as the leading fan convention operators in the UK and our shows are known for bringing the best events, targeting a wide range of fanbases.

These shows will offer the same fan-friendly, geektastic fun as seen at our bigger shows. Each event will feature a cosplay competition and masquerade, retro and current gaming, a selection of our favourite traders and plenty of awesome set builds and prop builds from a range of TV shows and films that you all know and love.

Comic Con Mania events will remain one day only.

Hull 4 Heroes 80th VE Day Celebration

📍 Ground Floor Princes Quay, Hull, HU1 2PQ
🗓️  Thursday 8th May 2025
🕙  Join us between 11am – 2pm
Enjoy live music, delicious food and drink, and a thrilling raffle, all in a vibrant 1940s theme. Let’s come together to honour the brave souls who fought for our freedom!
Proceeds from this event go directly to our charity to support our veterans and their families 💚
Don’t miss this memorable day! 🇬🇧

Avenues Open Gardens

Avenues Open Gardens is held annually in the Avenues Area of Hull (HU5) with approximately 50 gardens of all styles and sizes open to the public on two, consecutive Sunday afternoons.

This is a well established community event with refreshments, displays, a scarecrow trail and music as well as open gardens. The event operates on a not for profit basis raising funds for Dove House and local environmental charities.

2025 is the 150th anniversary of the beginnings of the Avenues area and we hope to have some special activities to celebrate this.

World Autism Day

Come and join us at Hull Minster for the World Autism Awareness Day on Tuesday 2nd April 2025 from 11.30 – 1.30pm.

What does Autism look and feel like?

Autism is a hidden disability. While it may not always be immediately apparent to others, it profoundly impacts the lives of those who experience it. Individuals with autism often face unique challenges related to communication, social interaction, sensory processing, and understanding social cues. These difficulties are not always visible on the surface, making autism a hidden aspect of their identity.

We are hosting a Barefoot Challenge walk around the Nave to celebrate people with Autism and those who love and support them.

You do not have to be barefooted if you do not wish to, just come and join us, help raise awareness and celebrate Hull Minster’s diverse staff and visitors

There will be people at the event who are autistic who will be happy to answer any questions you may have and also people who are carers.

There will also be a sensory area along with sensory toys for you to explore.

Wayne Dixon author of The Perception Divide: Me, You and Autism will be in attendance to answer your questions

VE Day 80th Anniversary Celebration Evening

Join us for a truly special evening as we celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day in the stunning setting of Burton Constable Hall.

This exclusive and intimate event features a captivating performance by the renowned Vintage Vocalist, who will bring the iconic sounds of the 1940s to life with beloved wartime classics.

Following this nostalgic musical tribute, we’ll gather outside the Hall for a special moment of reflection and celebration.

The ceremonial lighting of 80 beacons will shine brightly, symbolizing peace, remembrance, and gratitude for those who served, creating an unforgettable visual tribute to mark this significant anniversary.

Come together with us for an evening of music, history, and honour in the heart of Burton Constable Hall. Your ticket includes admission to the performance and the honour of being a beacon lighter.

Event Details

Date: Thursday 8th May 2025 in the Great Hall at Burton Constable

Time: Doors open at 7pm and the performance will commence at 7:30pm.

The Light of the Beacon will take place at 9:30pm.

Tickets: £22.50 for members or £25 for non-members, both includes performance & beacon lighting.

Drinks available  I  Free Parking

James Reckitt Reading Conference 2025

Join us at the James Reckitt Reading Conference for a day of learning and collaboration with Hull SLS, Hull Libraries and special guests.

For full details, click Book Now below!

VE Day Celebration Party

Join us at Burton Constable Hall as we step back in time to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day! This family-friendly event promises a wonderful day of community, remembrance, and celebration, honouring the spirit of 1945.

Experience the sights and sounds of the era with live music, a wind band, and energetic swing dancing – join in with the “Give It a Go” sessions! Stroll through our parkland and take part in outdoor games like tug of war and sack races, where you can compete against others for victory. Enjoy themed trails, and hands-on crafts for all ages.

Indulge in classic treats, including traditional fish and chips, the VE Day Official Orange and Ginger Cake, and a refreshing gin and tonic, while soaking in the nostalgic atmosphere. Bring your own picnic to enjoy in our beautiful parkland, or treat yourself to one of our special preordered picnic boxes*.

To complete the experience, we invite everyone to dress in 1940s attire, whether it’s military uniforms, tea dresses, or wartime-inspired outfits, we’d love to see your vintage style!

Entry is free, but a donation is greatly appreciated to help preserve our historic hall and parkland for future generations.

Gather your family and friends for a day of music, dancing, and community togetherness, as we commemorate this landmark anniversary in history.

Time: 10am – 4pm

Location: Burton Constable Hall & Parkland

Tickets: Free entry (Donations are greatly appreciated)

Free Parking & Dogs Welcomed

*We’ll soon be accepting preorders for picnic boxes, available for pickup on the day from the Stables Kitchen. Stay tuned for more details!

International Choir Festival

Welcome to the “Singing City”!

On the East Coast of England, with beautiful historical buildings, lively entertainment, bustling shops, traditional pubs and tasty restaurants, Yorkshire’s only waterfront city of Hull is a hidden treasure.

After a successful inaugural event in 2023, this competition returns, inviting choirs from across the globe to showcase their talents. Hull, known for its vibrant cultural life and historical beauty, offers the perfect backdrop for a celebration of music, that celebrates the diversity and unity of the choral world.

The choir competition in Hull offers categories for each type of choir, from Musica Sacra to Pop, Jazz & Gospel. Participants will also benefit from Evaluation Performances, where they’ll receive direct feedback from internationally acclaimed choral experts.

As a city with a rich choral history, from early church music to modern initiatives with a focus on outreach and inclusivity, Hull is eagerly waiting to welcome choirs from all over the world to this “singing city” again. Join in and sing with us in Hull!

 

Public Events:

 

Saturday 3 May

10:30am – 11:30am @ Hull Minster, Sacred Choral Music, FREE

11:00am – 12:00pm @ Trinity Market, Friendship Concert, FREE

2:00pm – 3:30pm @ Hull Minster, Adult Choirs of mixed and equal voices – Difficulty Level 2, FREE

8:00pm – 9:30pm @ Hull Minster, Gala Concert, TICKETED

 

Sunday 4 May

10:30am – 12:30pm @ Albermarle Music Centre, Childrens and Youth Choirs, FREE

2:00pm – 4:00pm @ Hull Paragon Interchange, Friendship Concert, FREE

3:00pm – 4:30pm @ Hull City Hall, Pop Jazz & Gospel pt 1, FREE

8:00pm – 9:15pm @ Hull City Hall, Pop Jazz & Gospel pt 2, FREE

 

Monday 5 May

10:30am – 12:30pm @ Hull City Hall, Adult choirs of mixed and equal voices – Difficulty Level 1, FREE

11:00am – 1:00pm @ Princes Quay Shopping Centre, Friendship Concert, FREE

We Love it Family Tribute Festival

Get ready to groove to the sounds of your favourite bands with live tribute performances celebrating the greatest hits from rock & pop legends!

Whether you’re a fan of the classics or introducing your kids to legendary tunes, there’s something for everyone!

What to Expect:
Amazing Tribute Bands – Sing along to the music of iconic artists from every era, performed live on stage!
Food Trucks & Local Vendors – Enjoy delicious treats from local favourites, from BBQ to ice cream and everything in between.
FamJam Arena – Jam with the Fam and play games, get your face painted or go on the Funfair!
Dancing & Fun for All Ages – Get ready to dance the day away under the open sky with friends and family!

Relax & Unwind – Bring your picnic blankets and camping chairs, and soak up the summer vibes in our spacious outdoor area.

12 noon – 10pm

BeatMasters: 00’s & 90’s Festival

Get ready to turn back the clock for the most epic night of pure nostalgia! We’re bringing the 90s and 00s back in full force for an all-day outdoor festival that will transport you to the golden eras of iconic tunes, bold fashion, and non-stop good vibes!

What to Expect:
Huge 90’S & 00’S line-up!
Retro Cocktails & Pop-Up Bars!
Glitter Stations & Merch Markets!
Food Trucks & Snack Bars!
Fairgrounds & Chill Out Zones!

The Vibe: Whether you were partying in the 90s or growing up in the 00s, this festival is your chance to relive the ultimate eras! Grab your crew, dust off your cargo pants and butterfly clips, and let’s create new memories with old-school beats!

12noon – 10:00pm

Campfire Country Music Festival – Hull

Get ready for a boot-stompin’ good time at this year’s Campfire Country Music Festival – an all-day, family-friendly celebration of country music, fun and adventure under the big open sky!

Whether you’re a die-hard country fan or just looking for a fun day out with the whole family, there’s something for everyone at this epic outdoor festival!

Live Music All Day: Kick off your cowboy boots and dance to the best in country music! From local rising stars or Tributes from:
Dolly Parton
Kenny Rogers
Taylor Swift
Zach Bryan
Post Malone
Johnny Cash
and more!

Fun Fair Magic: Step into the carnival with thrilling rides and classic games!

Food & Drinks: Whether you’re craving BBQ, gourmet burgers, or local craft brews, our food trucks and beverage stations have you covered!

Marketplace & Merch: Stroll through a unique Wild-West marketplace featuring local artisans, crafts, and cowboy-inspired merchandise. You might just find the perfect souvenir to remember the day by!

Saddle up, gather your friends, and join us for a full day of unforgettable country music, delicious food, and good ol’ fashioned fun!

The Wild West Fest is the place to be – where memories are made, and the fun never stops!

3:00pm – 10:00pm