Category: Events

Humber Street Sesh 2023 will host some of the best street food operators in the region who will be serving up an array of mouth-watering delights on Saturday 12 August.

Events

Dazzling light show to launch 2023 Viking festival

Grimsby’s waterfront will be lit up for the exciting opening event of the town’s Viking festival, as the longships return for a second year.

Major exhibition showcasing international prize-winning photographers highlights devastating conflict in Ukraine

A new photography exhibition named ‘Ukraine: The Price of Freedom’ features some 90 photographs by highly-acclaimed photographers at the University of Hull.

Dr Bike Event: Yorkshire housebuilder partners with local charity to offer free bike checks to the Hessle residents

David Wilson Homes Yorkshire East is teaming up with R-evolution Bike Charity this week to host a free Dr Bike event at its Hesslewood Park development in Hessle, with anyone welcome to bring their bike along.

Skidby Lakes Golf Club swings into action for local charity

by editor1 August 2023

September will see Skidby Lakes Golf Club host its annual Captain’s Open Charity Golf Day with this year’s beneficiary being Dove House Hospice.

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Take a gamble on comedy and a call from planet earth

by editor28 July 202328 July 2023

The laughs start with the hysterically funny Ed Gamble, whose new show Hot Diggity Dog delivers a side-splitting sandwich of gags, featuring classic Gamble ranting, raving, and spluttering at Hull City Hall on 8 June.

Oyez! Oyez! Town Crier to send off passengers at Beverley this Yorkshire Day

by editor28 July 202328 July 2023

The setting for the first-ever Yorkshire Day, Beverley, has been chosen by Hull Trains to kickstart a day of festivities that will begin with the resounding voice of a Town Crier.

Ground-breaking play tackles inclusivity in sport

by editor27 July 202328 July 2023

A ground-breaking play that tackles inclusivity in sport will be performed at Hull Truck on Friday 28 July. The play was developed through an innovative research partnership with the University of Hull and local LGBTQIA+ rugby club, the Hull Roundheads.

Absolutely Cultured’s autumn season explores themes of identity and the environment

by editor25 July 202325 July 2023

Absolutely Cultured’s autumn programme offers a diverse look at the region, its people, heritage and the environment between October and December 2023.

You’ll be perfectly safe in our ‘Scissorhands’

by editor25 July 202325 July 2023

Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures delivers blades of glory in their dance theatre production of the classic Tim Burton movie Edward Scissorhands at Hull New Theatre next spring.

Free local travel to Humber Street Sesh with Hull Trains

by editor25 July 202325 July 2023

Hull Trains is continuing its longstanding sponsorship of Hull’s biggest music festival, which this year aims to be greener than ever.

What’s coming to Freedom Festival this summer?

by editor17 July 202317 July 2023

Hull’s famous international arts festival has announced the full programme line-up of their summer festival via their website. Audiences are encouraged to explore the page to learn about the artists and shows appearing on the streets, theatres, galleries and many places in between across Hull City Centre between Wednesday 30 August and Sunday 3 September.

Hull Street Food Nights proving a big hit with city centre businesses

by editor17 July 202317 July 2023

The third in this summer’s series of Hull Street Food Nights, on Thursday 27 July, is being given a different flavour with a full-on 70s disco theme. Hull 70s covers band Atlantic 45 will be performing two sets, at 6:30pm and 7:45pm. They will be joined on stage by 70s dancers, and glitterball mirror men will be roaming around the event too.

Rollits will be offering legal advice and wine tasting at Driffield Show

by editor15 July 202317 July 2023

We had a chat with Neil Franklin at Rollits about one of the UK’s largest agricultural shows taking place on your doorstep.

Events

Dino Day bringing another free fright fest to city centre

A dinosaur extravaganza which proved a roarsome success by attracting thousands of people into the city centre last summer will return next month with the reptiles running loose for another fright fest.

Mysterious Tales & Unusual Stories – The 5th High Wolds Poetry Festival is now open for free entries

The 5th High Wolds Poetry Festival is now open for entries around the theme of Mysterious Tales and Unusual Stories.

Pride in Hull announces Platinum Sponsors for the highly anticipated Pride Festival

Pride in Hull, the largest LGBTQ+ event in Yorkshire, is delighted to announce two Platinum Sponsors for the upcoming Pride Festival, on Saturday 29 July 2023.

Yorkshire Wolds brewery partners with local running club to host inaugural 10k trail race

by editor13 July 2023

Wold Top Brewery has supported Bridlington Road Runners’ half marathon event for many years, but this is the first time that the brewery is hosting its own event.

The Remarkable Tale of Dorothy Mackaill at East Riding Theatre

A brand new jazz-age musical will hit the stage this autumn when the John Godber Company bring their show ‘The Remarkable Tale of Dorothy Mackaill’ to the East Riding Theatre from the 27 September – 14 October.

Beverley Does Broadway returns with a brand new repertoire this August

Hit show ‘Beverley Does Broadway’ from East Yorkshire acclaimed company She Productions is returning to the East Riding Theatre this August, as well as, for the first time, two nights of shows at Junction, Goole, with a brand new song-list, story-line and cast. Original cast members Annie Kirkman and Alice Rose Palmer are joined by Beverley actors Caitlin Townend and Jo Patmore to bring a touch of New York show glamour to East Yorkshire.

Events

Date set for Grim FalFest’s return after hugely popular first year

Grimsby’s Viking festival – which attracted more than 22,000 people in its inaugural year – will return this September.

From field to fizz as Rollits highlights diversification at Driffield Show

by editor10 July 202310 July 2023

A leading law firm will highlight the changes in the agricultural sector when it collaborates with a model of diversification at one of the region’s top country shows.

Humber Street Sesh 2023 to slash carbon emissions with green power

by editor6 July 20236 July 2023

Humber Street Sesh, the annual music festival on Hull Marina, attracting 18,000 people each year, will be powered by renewable green fuel to dramatically reduce carbon emissions.

Casting announced for Pretty Woman UK & Ireland Tour

by editor6 July 20236 July 2023

Following a hugely successful run in the West End, the producers of the smash hit Pretty Woman: The Musical are delighted to announce casting for the UK and Ireland tour which visits Hull New Theatre from 4-10 Feb 2024.

Everybody’s Talking About Kevin!

by editor6 July 20236 July 2023

Grimsby’s Kevin Clifton will be donning the glitter and having a ball once more as he takes to the stage in Everybody’s Talking About Jamie which returns to Hull New Theatre from 17-22 June 2024, due to popular demand.

Hull Careers Fair returns in August

by editor5 July 20235 July 2023

The next Hull Careers Fair is set to take place on Friday 11 August at the esteemed DoubleTree by Hilton from 10am to 2pm.

Time to explore at Hull City Hall

by editor3 July 20233 July 2023

There’s adventures aplenty at Hull City Hall with deep dives into the minds of some of the UK’s top comedians, musical expeditions in the UK and Ireland and an evening with a legendary explorer.

Pride In Hull appoints new board member with eye on mental health

Pride In Hull has revealed a new appointment to its board of trustees to serve a two-year period in support of the continued growth of the pride event in the city.

Cast announced for Calendar Girls the Musical

A new cast are ready to bare all when Calendar Girls the Musical makes a welcome return from 28 November – 2 December at Hull New Theatre.

Local artist extends Ghost Windows exhibition

Hull-based artist Linda Martin has launched her first solo exhibition of paintings in the city, Ghost Windows, which has been extended to Sunday 2 July.

Yorkshire Wolds brewery to host second Oktoberfest event

Buoyed by the sellout success of the inaugural festival in 2022, organisers at a Yorkshire Wolds brewery have released tickets for a second Oktoberfest event.

Preparations underway for East Yorkshire village’s annual Produce Show

Preparations are underway for the annual produce show in a Yorkshire Wolds village.

Rollits welcomes top regional businesses to chip in for charities

A leading law firm which over the years has brought together clients and contacts from across the region to raise over £150,000 from its charity golf day is about to tee-off with the 36th round of the event.

Digital agencies join forces to deliver regional event on creative advertising

by editor27 June 202327 June 2023

Creativity in advertising will come under the spotlight next month when key figures from three Yorkshire-based digital agencies join forces for an event which is attracting industry colleagues and clients from across the region.

Exciting line-up of events unveiled for a spectacular summer at Stage @TheDock

by editor21 June 2023

Hull’s stunning open-air amphitheatre, Stage @TheDock, will be the setting for an exciting line-up of family-friendly events set to wow audiences throughout the summer.

KCOM connects online audiences to Freedom Festival for second year

by editor21 June 202321 June 2023

KCOM is helping to bring the magic of Hull’s Freedom Festival to online audiences for a second year running.

The Avenues Open Gardens returns this year

by editor15 June 202315 June 2023

Around 40 wonderful gardens will open in the HU5 area in aid of Dove House Hospice and other charities.

Q&A with writer Maureen Lennon

by editor15 June 202315 June 2023

An interview with Maureen Lennon, the writer of Helen, which runs at Hull Truck Theatre from 15-16 June.

Hull-bound show roars to success at Tony Awards

by editor13 June 202313 June 2023

Following on from its Broadway premiere this Spring, Life of Pi, which comes to Hull in 2024, is celebrating after scooping a trio of gongs at this year’s Tony Awards.

Bonus Arena to host The Nutcracker this winter

by editor12 June 202311 June 2023

Classical Ballet and Opera House presents The Nutcracker, a lavish ballet of the festive season, at the Bonus Arena on Saturday 18 November 2023.

Hull theatre company to open a pioneering recycled play space at London’s Southbank Centre this summer

by editor11 June 202311 June 2023

Part installation, part adventure playground, REPLAY is a space built entirely out of waste materials, repurposed for fun by The Herd Theatre.

Artist to share his story of inspiration behind “Relics and Rails” industrial heritage exhibition

by editor6 June 20236 June 2023

The artist behind a collection of paintings, photographs and other work featuring the industrial heritage of railways, shipping and rock music from Hull and East Yorkshire will share his story this week as part of his exhibition.

Events

Hull Brick Festival returns in August

by editor6 June 20236 June 2023

Hull Brick Festival is a celebration of all things LEGO. This is a great day out for families, AFOLs (adult fans of Lego), collectors, builders and every other kind of LEGO fan.

Events

Harlem Globetrotters to bring UK tour to Hull in 2024

by editor5 June 20235 June 2023

The basketball legends visit Hull on Sunday 25 February 2024 and tickets go on sale this Friday.

Co-op boss opens up to Humber Business Week audience on pricing, pay and how to inspire a workforce

by editor5 June 20235 June 2023

Business leaders will get the chance to hear from one of Europe’s top retailers about her ideas on pricing, pay and how to inspire a workforce when an exclusive interview is aired as part of Humber Business Week.

Insurance newcomer inspired to sponsor HullBID Biz Week dinner

by editor5 June 20235 June 2023

An award-winning national insurance broker which announced its arrival in Hull only two months ago has stepped up to support businesses in the city as the major sponsor of one of the highlights of Humber Business Week 2023.

Rollits to host Humber Business Week event on corporate culture

by editor3 June 20235 June 2023

Humber Business Week is on the horizon and local law firm Rollits is all set to host a fascinating event about why corporate culture matters.

ResQ builds up for Hull Street Food Nights with international food day

by editor25 May 202325 May 2023

The new sponsor of Hull Street Food Nights held its own international food day in partnership with fundraisers for the Turkey-Syria Earthquake Appeal, and a local city centre business turned back the clock to return to the building where it operated more than 35 years ago.

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Superheroes swoop in to start a summer of family fun in city centre

by editor23 May 202323 May 2023

Hull’s own Wonder Woman is ready and waiting to join a cast of comic book characters heading to the city centre for some superhero half-term fun.

Raise a mug to support local NHS services

by editor23 May 202323 May 2023

The WISHH Charity invites you to host NHS Big Tea event for 75th anniversary.

Q&A with ‘Modest’ writer, Ellen Brammar

by editor23 May 202323 May 2023

We had a chat with Ellie Brammar about Middle Child’s latest show, which runs at Hull Truck Theatre from 23-27 May.

Rollits recruits expert speakers for Humber Business Week discussion about workplace culture

by editor22 May 2023

A law firm which reaped recognition in several awards schemes for its focus on wellbeing during Humber Business Week 2022 will develop the theme further during this year’s Biz Week programme.

Village gardens open for charity

by editor20 May 202320 May 2023

Five gardens in the East Yorkshire village of Shiponthorpe will open to the public to raise money for charity on the Saturday 3, Sunday 4 and Monday 5 June.

New for cinemas: André Rieu 2023 Maastricht Concert

by editor20 May 202320 May 2023

Through an incredible life with unparalleled achievement, the world-renowned violinist André Rieu has become the gold standard for spectacular live shows across the globe.

“Sully” – The story of rugby legend Clive Sullivan – returns to Hull Truck Theatre

by editor19 May 202319 May 2023

In association with the Sullivan Family, a celebration of what would have been Clive’s 80th birthday this year and his recent induction into the Rugby League Hall of Fame

Grant and support package breakfast events for manufacturing businesses

by editor19 May 202319 May 2023

Hull and East Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (HEY LEP) and Growth Hub is running a series of free promotional events to businesses in Hull and East Yorkshire to discover funding opportunities.

Co-op CEO attracts full house for Humber Business Week event

by editor17 May 202317 May 2023

One of the highlight events of Humber Business Week has already confirmed a full house after tickets were snapped up weeks in advance.

Humber Street Sesh 2023 bamboo wristbands on sale from Saturday

by editor11 May 202311 May 2023

Environmentally friendly, bamboo wristbands for the region’s biggest emerging music festival, Humber Street Sesh, will go on sale on Saturday.

Theatre review: Around the World in 80 Days

Our theatre reviewer, Sam Sims, shares his thoughts on Around the World in 80 Days at Hull Truck Theatre.

Book launch – The Planetary Ennead. Nine poems of the planets.

Ground control to major space-lovers! On Sunday 21 May, the planets will be in poetic alignment in Hull, when poet Sam Bartle launches his new booklet, ‘The Planetary Ennead’ at The Brain Jar cocktail lounge, from 1pm-2pm.

Yorkshire’s first whisky distillery welcomes Carrie Martin back to the stage

After two sell-out events, the team at a Spirit of Yorkshire whisky distillery are looking forward to hosting Hull-born singer and musician Carrie Martin at the Pot Still Coffee Shop at their next Distillery Session on Saturday 24 June.

Concrete Youth announces new national tour of The Whispering Jungle

An immersive play featuring ASMR, sensory play and puppets will tour the country this autumn in the latest show from award-winning theatre company Concrete Youth.

Triple trawler tribute artwork makes first appearance in Hull as part of “Relics and Rails” industrial heritage exhibition

A collection of paintings, photographs and other work featuring railways, maritime heritage and rock bands from Hull and East Yorkshire will be presented to the public this week as the first exhibition at a new venue.

New play ‘Helen’ explores grief, joy and trauma of life after loss

by editor4 May 20234 May 2023

Hull-based writer Maureen Lennon makes London debut followed by two nights at Hull Truck Theatre.

Gardeners help fundraise for an amazing cause with Cottingham Open Gardens

by editor4 May 20234 May 2023

This summer sees the return of Cottingham Open Gardens as budding gardeners within the Cottingham area collaborate to raise vital funds for Dove House Hospice.

Hull Philharmonic prepares for final concert with ‘beloved leader’

by editor1 May 20231 May 2023

The Hull Philharmonic’s longstanding, popular leader is retiring after 50 years of service.

HullBID welcomes major city centre employer ResQ as sponsor of new season of Hull Street Food Nights

by editor27 April 202327 April 2023

HullBID has secured the backing of a major city centre employer as sponsor of Hull Street Food Nights – one of the organisation’s biggest events of the year.

Artist’s “stuff” to go on display at Nordic House as “Relics and Rails” exhibition arrives in Hull

by editor27 April 202327 April 2023

Hull’s newest centre for cultural, community and corporate events will welcome its first exhibition next month with the display of a collection of “stuff” which has left the artist amazed by its appeal.

Lee Mead and Neil Hurst set sights on festive ball as casting announced for Cinderella

Marvel at the majesty of Prince Charming this Christmas as TV actor and musical theatre royalty Lee Mead joins the cast of Hull New Theatre’s magical pantomime, Cinderella, alongside Hull’s favourite funny man Neil Hurst, who returns for his fourth season.

Free family fun event as local charity Dyslexia Sparks opens new centre

Dyslexia Sparks – Hull and East Yorkshire’s only registered charity for dyslexia – is holding a free family fun event, Saturday 22 April, to mark the grand opening of the organisation’s new centre in Hessle.

Humber Business Week announces Pat Coyle as incoming chair as launch night set to detail plans for 2023 event

Humber Business Week will officially launch for 2023 tonight in an event hosted by the incoming chair for 2024 – Pat Coyle.

Jungle Jog aims to be a roaring success for local hospice

Thousands of children across Hull and East Yorkshire will be donning their jungle themed face masks to help support local charity Dove House Hospice this summer by taking part in their Jungle Jog fundraiser.

Hull Truck Theatre’s magical Christmas production Pinocchio is now on sale

Pinocchio is set to appear on Stage 1 from Friday 24 November – Sunday 31 December 2023.

Family fun event to celebrate Hull park’s biodiverse makeover

A free family event to celebrate the completion of a biodiversity and park improvement project will take place next weekend.

Events

Hull Unleashed Comic-Con: Get your geek on!

Hull Unleashed Comic-Con takes place on 30 April at The Allam Sports Centre from 11am to 5pm.

JUST ONE Tree Day confirmed for October 2023

The dates for the 5th international JUST ONE Tree Day have been confirmed for October 2023. The highly popular event brings together hundreds of schools across the world and encourages children to bring in £1 to plant a tree and help reforest the planet – a tree is planted for every £1 raised.

Around the World in 80 Days: Q&A with director Hal Chambers and actor Stefan Adegbola

All aboard for an adventure of global proportions! Around the World in 80 Days is traversing into Hull Truck Theatre this spring.

Bonus Arena presents an unmissable line-up of shows this May

From the dazzling moves of Strictly Come Dancing – The Professionals, to the hilarious comedy of Dara O’Briain and the legendary music of Midge Ure, there is something for everyone at the Bonus Arena in Hull this May.

Hull’s hidden heroes: Meet the charities and voluntary organisations striving to make Hull a healthier and happier place

The hidden heroes that make up Hull’s voluntary and community sector are coming together for a health and wellbeing event to showcase how they can support you – and what you can do to help them too.

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Get involved in the #wemadethishull Instagarden project

You may have seen the hand-crafted flowers which popped up in the Museum Gardens, Humber Street and Princes Dock Side (Princes Quay) on Saturday 8 April and wondered where they came from.

Hit show about Mick Ronson to rock Hull New Theatre in a special anniversary year

2023 sees the 30th anniversary of Hull-born musician Mick Ronson’s untimely death in 1993 at the age of just 46.

OWC 2023: A decade of world-leading offshore wind