Category: Events

Chart-topping indie band Ocean Colour Scene are heading to Hull as part of their 2025 tour, which sees them supported by iconic psychedelic rockers Kula Shaker.

The Godber Theatre Foundation searches for East Yorkshire talent

The Godber Theatre Foundation, which helps young people from Hull and East Yorkshire break into the theatre industry by offering them mentorship, exclusive masterclasses, workshops and invitations to events, is now open for applicants for its 2025 year.

Humber Visionaries Gala Dinner: Celebrating regional innovation and economic growth

The Humber region has long been synonymous with industry, creativity, and resilience. Now, Hull College is proud to present the Humber Visionaries Gala Dinner on Wednesday 23rd April 2025 – an exclusive event to honour the trailblazers and thought leaders who are shaping the future of Hull and East Yorkshire.

Hop into an egg-ceptional Easter at Gravity Active

This Easter, get ready to bounce into an unforgettable adventure at Gravity Active. Whether you’re planning a family day out, a meet-up with friends or an action-packed treat for the kids, Gravity Active is the place to be for an egg-stra special Easter!

Car boot season returns in aid of local charity

A popular car boot will recommence on a weekly basis, having raised almost £10,000 for Dove House Hospice.

Events

Steve Backshall is bringing Deadly Live! to Hull

by editor8 April 202518 April 2025

The ultimate adventurer experience, Deadly Live!, hosted by award-winning wildlife presenter Steve Backshall, is heading to Hull this autumn half-term.

Secure your new home in Howden as Lovell releases the final phase at Saddlers Grange

by editor8 April 2025

The highly sought-after Saddlers Grange development has now released its final phase, offering a limited selection of stunning three and four-bedroom homes. With demand high and availability low, this is the prime opportunity to secure your place in this exceptional community before it’s too late.

New shows on sale now at Hull Theatres

by editor8 April 20258 April 2025

Check out these new shows on sale now at Hull City Hall and Hull New Theatre.

Theatre and TV favourites take centre stage at Humber Business Week programme launch

by editor6 April 20256 April 2025

Two stars of TV and the theatre will take to the stage to chat with a corporate crowd as the venue for the Yorkshire premiere of their latest comedy-drama hosts the programme launch of a regional festival of business.

Humber unites to lead the net zero charge at Innovation Zero 2025

Humber is once again proving itself as a leading industrial powerhouse in the drive towards net zero, as Future Humber brings together 15 pioneering businesses and organisations to showcase the region’s remarkable innovation and resourceful approach to decarbonisation at Innovation Zero World Congress 2025.

The New Adelphi Club to host exclusive East Yorkshire debut for Everly Pregnant Brothers

by editor4 April 2025

It’s the feel-good, singalong, night out you’ve been craving.

Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith’s Inside No.9 heads to Hull

by editor4 April 2025

Following a sold-out West End season, Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith bring the critically acclaimed Inside No.9 Stage/Fright, to Hull New Theatre from Tuesday 28 October to Saturday 1 November.

Save the date for Cottingham Open Gardens

Experience the beauty on Sunday 15th and Sunday 22nd June from 10am to 4pm. Immerse yourself in nature, inspiration, and fun, all in support of Dove House Hospice.

Folk opera will celebrate notorious Hull pub and support maritime charity

An infamous seafarers’ pub which is in the process of rising from the rubble of a demolition site will be celebrated in song along with other elements of Hull’s nautical heritage at an evening of maritime folk music.

Dinostar is celebrating 21 years of dinosaurs in Hull

Dinostar in Hull’s Fruit Market is celebrating its 21st Anniversary – on the exact day that the museum opened for the first time in 2004. A celebration event will take place outside the museum on Humber Street on Friday 11th April from 12noon to 4pm. There will be a range of activities, including a Fossil Dig, Finds Identification and a chance to meet baby dinosaurs.

Hull City on Film – An exhibition of football through the lens of David Jones

by editor28 March 202528 March 2025

Hull City on Film, a captivating photography exhibition showcasing the work of David Jones, will open at HOi, 22 Princes Ave, this April.

Hull Truck Theatre’s Christmas production of Oliver Twist is now officially on sale

by editor28 March 202528 March 2025

This Christmas audiences are invited to join Oliver Twist on the adventure of a lifetime in this festive adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic novel. This family favourite will be live on stage from Fri 28 Nov 2025 – Sun 4 Jan 2026, with tickets now on sale – including some enticing Early Bird offers.

Events

Hull Comic-Con returns for 2025

by editor27 March 202527 March 2025

Hull Comic-Con is becoming a staple in the area as Unleashed Events return at the end of April for the fourth year running.

Football legend Harry Redknapp announced as keynote speaker for sold-out sports lunch

by editor27 March 202527 March 2025

The Sailors’ Children’s Society is thrilled to announce that football icon Harry Redknapp will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Sports Lunch, taking place on Friday 10th October, at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Hull.

The Business Culture HEY is celebrating 9 years of connecting and supporting businesses

by editor24 March 202524 March 2025

What started in 2016 as a vision to bring people together in a friendly, welcoming and supportive environment has grown into what could be the largest and most inviting business club in the region.

Lovell Partners with West Hull Villages Scarecrow Hunt as Official Sponsor

by editor24 March 202524 March 2025

Lovell, a leading provider of partnership housing, is delighted to announce its official sponsorship of the upcoming West Hull Villages Scarecrow Hunt, scheduled to take place from 7th to 14th June 2025.

Honey Box and The Sesh bring a live music and live TV experience To Hull Truck Theatre

by editor22 March 202522 March 2025

Hull’s live music scene is set to light up on Thursday 27th March, as Honey Box Live teams up with The Sesh for a one-night-only event at Hull Truck Theatre.

An “exemplar” for collaboration: offshore wind sector rallies for OWC 2025

by editor20 March 202520 March 2025

The international significance of Offshore Wind Connections 2025 has been highlighted as the latest supporter signs up.

Spring into teaching: Hull and Humber recruitment drive starts 21st March

by editor20 March 202522 March 2025

Teacher Training providers in Hull & Humber region have joined forces to encourage new teachers into the profession.

Hull in Stitches creator ready to share her stories of city’s communities

by editor20 March 202520 March 2025

A cross stitch crafter who has completed a year-long challenge to capture some of the attractions of her adopted home city using her needles, threads and imagination will share the stories she has uncovered when she returns to the venue where she started her journey.

Pink stilettos take local actress back to court

The leading lady of award-winning Hessle Theatre Company’s production of Legally Blonde is proving to be a law unto herself as she prepares to tread the boards at Hull New Theatre next month.

Humber Street Sesh Festival announces 2025 headliners

The award-winning Humber Street Sesh Festival is thrilled to announce anthemic alternative/indie band The Howl & The Hum will headline the 2025 event, set to take place on Saturday 2nd August 2025, on Hull Marina.

Photography competition for Yorkshire residents to win £1,000 luxury getaway

To mark 20 years of championing care in communities across the UK, leading homecare provider Caremark is inviting Yorkshire residents to enter its unique photography competition titled ‘What is care?’ for a chance to win a £1,000 luxury getaway.

Annie open auditions come to Hull Truck Theatre

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and was the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

Middle Child announce new ‘road rage’ play, coming to Fruit Market car park in May

Biting Point tells the story of two people who spend their working days stuck in traffic, until an accident on the Humber Bridge roundabout turns their lives upside down.

Penguins around the world compete for fame in March of the Penguin Madness 2025

In a quest to be crowned the 2025 Penguin Champion, 48 penguins representing 12 different species have been nominated from zookeepers and aquarists around the world eager to go head-to-head in Penguins International’s Annual March of the Penguin Madness competition.

Expert panel visits Hull to discuss nature’s role in defence against flooding

Expert panelists will come together in Hull at 6pm on Tuesday 18th March to discuss the role that nature can play in protecting communities from the devastating effects of flooding.

Hull’s very own Ellis J Barraclough to play at Social on Humber Street

by editor27 February 202527 February 2025

This exceptionally talented 19 year old from Hull started playing guitar when he was just 8 and penned his very first song at the tender age of 12. Ellis has been playing local gigs in Hull and select dates in London over the past couple of years.

Theatre review: Of Mice and Men

by editor13 March 202513 March 2025

Our theatre reviewer, Sam Sims, shares his thoughts on Of Mice and Men at Hull Truck Theatre.

Colliderfest: Science and art festival takes over Hull city centre this weekend

by editor13 March 202513 March 2025

Hull city centre is set to come alive with creativity and innovation as it hosts Colliderfest, a festival that merges the worlds of science and art.

Hessle Theatre Company presents Legally Blonde the musical at Hull New Theatre 8-12 April 2025

by editor10 March 202510 March 2025

Pink stilettos take local actress back to court.

Hop, skip and jump into Easter at William’s Den

by editor10 March 202510 March 2025

Spring is in the air, and award-winning adventure play attraction, William’s Den, is set to make this Easter holiday one to remember.

John Godber’s Northern Soul play ‘Do I Love You?’ is coming to Beverley

by editor7 March 2025

‘Do I Love You?’ is a hilarious dance-fuelled play from the writer of ‘Bouncers’ and ‘The Highwayman’, which is coming to the East Riding Theatre in May.

Community spirit shines bright with Sadofskys Accountants and James Legal

by editor7 March 20257 March 2025

The region’s biggest night walk makes a much-anticipated return on Saturday 29th March 2025 following an extended break.

Humber Business Week announces big reveal of programme for its 21st year

by editor7 March 20257 March 2025

Humber Business Week will kick off the celebrations next month with the official launch of the programme of events for its milestone 21st year.

A Mischief of Rats takes up residence at RESQ

by editor27 February 2025

A Mischief of Rats have found a home for their artist studio. ResQ in Hull will serve as the artistic hub for the upcoming sculpture trail, providing a spacious studio and storage facility for the project’s forty five giant rat sculptures.

From Ukraine to UK – A photography exhibition now open at Hoi, Princes Avenue

Hoi, a contemporary bar located on Princes Avenue, is proud to present From Ukraine to UK, a new exhibition showcasing the captivating 35mm film photography of Ukrainian artist Danylo Nazarenko. Curated by local photographer and curator Victoria Smith, this exhibition is part of an exciting new series of exhibitions at Hoi, offering a fresh platform for local artists.

Piano Day returns to Humber Street

by editor27 February 202527 February 2025

Humber Street will echo to the sound of pianos again this year as part Piano Day 2025, and everyone’s invited.

Celebrate the extraordinary life of classical music’s most cherished star for the King of Waltz’s 75th birthday

by editor27 February 202527 February 2025

Join André Rieu for his 75th birthday celebration. In this special new cinema event, André and his Johann Strauss Orchestra tour the world from New York to Vienna, from Bahrain to Malta and Sydney to Maastricht.

Iconic 70s strut, business and ballet in dance concert this Saturday

by editor19 February 202519 February 2025

Budding entrepreneurs and dance enthusiasts could experience some Saturday Night Fever this weekend.

Honey Box Live and The Sesh unite at Hull Truck Theatre

by editor19 February 2025

Honey Box Live, the UK’s trailblazing live-streamed music show, is teaming up with The Sesh, Hull’s premier grassroots music organisation, for an unforgettable live event at Hull Truck Theatre on Thursday 27th March 2025. Together, they are on the lookout for unsigned bands and emerging musicians to take the stage.

Bishop Burton College holding ‘big birthday bash’ to celebrate 70th year

by editor19 February 202519 February 2025

Bishop Burton College is opening its campus up to the public for a special event to mark its platinum anniversary.

The UK’s biggest celebration of Polish cinema comes to Hull in March

by editor19 February 202519 February 2025

This year’s twenty-third edition of the Kinoteka Polish Film Festival will bring another compelling line-up of contemporary and classic Polish cinema to London screens from 6 March to 25 April 2025.

Humber’s skills still vital for East Coast U.S. offshore wind

by editor18 February 202518 February 2025

The United States remains a huge export opportunity for UK offshore wind businesses according to leading industry group Humber Marine & Renewables, despite President Trump putting the brakes on all new development.

Jordans Leisure opens new showroom in Hull

by editor18 February 202518 February 2025

Jordans Leisure is set to welcome adventurers to the opening of its newly refurbished showroom on Saturday 15th March, offering a day of exclusive offers and family-friendly fun.

Theatre review: Mary and the Hyenas

by editor17 February 202517 February 2025

Our theatre reviewer, Sam Sims, shares his thoughts on Mary and the Hyenas at Hull Truck Theatre.

Hull’s newest public art project scurries onto the scene with star-studded launch

by editor12 February 202512 February 2025

Hull and East Yorkshire’s latest public art venture, A Mischief of Rats, welcomed sponsors and supporters to Hull College’s Bilocca Restaurant on Tuesday to enjoy a first view of Daisy Rat.

Cottingham Open Gardens are back for 2025

by editor12 February 202512 February 2025

Mark your calendars for the annual Cottingham Open Gardens event, set to take place on Sundays 15 and 22 June from 10am to 4pm. This captivating event promises a delightful day filled with natural beauty, inspiration and fun, all in aid of Dove House Hospice.

Local schools invited to take part in Yorkshire & Humber Institute of Technology STEAM Challenge

Students will have the opportunity to show off their technical and creative skills.

Pocklington Arts Centre to hold all-day comedy festival to celebrate 25th anniversary

The eminent East Yorkshire venue is set to mark its milestone 25th anniversary with a series of specially curated events, including its first-ever comedy festival on Saturday 31 May.

Yorkshire coast brewery heads to new Seamer Food Hall for a tasting event

Tickets have gone on sale for a beer and canapés tasting event at a new Food Hall in Seamer.

National Gallery partnership to bring Monet to Ferens

by editor2 February 20252 February 2025

The National Gallery has announced it will partner with Hull’s Ferens Art Gallery as part of its Masterpiece Tour 2025-27.

Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival reveals writers for 2025 edition

Middle Child are pleased to announce the eight writers commissioned for Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival 2025.

Audience inspired as Biz Week leaders set scene for “cornerstone event”

by editor2 February 20252 February 2025

Business leaders and budding entrepreneurs heard how the Humber Business Week team is taking the hassle out of hosting and providing more support than ever for organisations planning to get involved in this year’s programme.

Shortlist revealed for 2025 HullBID Awards

by editor28 January 202528 January 2025

Businesses and other organisations from across Hull city centre are preparing to battle it out for the 2025 Hull Business Improvement District (HullBID) Awards.

Hull company to reopen a pioneering recycled Play Space at London’s Southbank Centre

by editor26 January 202526 January 2025

In 2023, Hull-based company The Herd were commissioned by the Southbank Centre to create REPLAY, a pioneering play installation for families, made entirely out of recycled and reused materials.

Music against MND event receives seal of approval from Kevin Sinfield

Following a succession of marathon challenges for charity, local fundraiser, Liam Foster, who recently ran with Kevin Sinfield, has announced he’s trading running for live music next month.

Hull-born choreographer Andrew McNicol returns to Hull City Hall

by editor16 January 2025

Celebrating its fifth anniversary in 2025, McNicol Ballet Collective presents Here & Now, a new mixed bill featuring extracts from its diverse range of repertoire alongside a brand-new work, at Hull City Hall on Saturday 29 March, the Royal Academy of Music on Saturday 5 April, and Northern Ballet’s Audrey & Stanley Burton Theatre on Saturday 12 April.

Artlink announces ‘Different by Design’ exhibition celebrating 10 years of Matthew’s Hub

Artlink, in collaboration with Matthew’s Hub, is thrilled to announce ‘Different by Design’, a group exhibition celebrating the work of neurodivergent artists and marking Matthew’s Hub’s 10-year anniversary. Launching on Friday 17 January 2025, from 6pm-8 pm, the exhibition will run until 29 March at Artlink Hull’s 87 Gallery.

Inspirational broadcaster Andrea McLean to headline charity event in Hull and East Yorkshire

Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, which raised an impressive £30,000, The Sailors’ Children’s Society and HEY Smile Foundation have announced the return of the highly anticipated Ladies’ Lunch.

Show for those living with later-stage dementia to come to Parkway Beverley