Arts & Culture in Wakefield

The Sun Is Set to Shine in Wakefield This Summer: Helios Art Installation

Visit Wakefield this summer for Helios, a huge sun installation by artist Luke Jerram. Enjoy this immersive experience with free family events and activities.

History and Significance of the UK AIDS Memorial Quilt to be Displayed at Wakefield Exchange

For the first time outside London, the entire UK AIDS Memorial Quilt comes to Wakefield in June 2026. Discover the powerful stories behind this moving exhibition.

What's on at the Light Up Wakefield Festival This Weekend?

New Festive Christmas Theatre Coming to Yorkshire

What's on at the Light Up Wakefield Event This November?

What's On At The Hepworth Wakefield Harvest Festival This Autumn 2025 In Yorkshire?

What Is Dolly Parton's Imagination Library And How Is It Helping Young Readers In Wakefield?

Local groups and creatives awarded Culture Grants across Wakefield

Wakefield Welcomes Jason Wilsher-Mills’ First Major Hometown Exhibition

Celebrate Independent Bookshop Week in Yorkshire!

Visit The National Coal Mining Museum - Wakefield

Heritage Open Days in Yorkshire 2021

Use this round-up of our favourite events, split into handy categories, as your guide to Yorkshire’s Heritage Open Days for 2021.

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