Join us at Leicester Museum & Art Gallery, in our Leicester Stories Gallery, to create your own Museum in a box. Working together as a family, or on your own, curate your own collection of things that are important to you and your family.
Find out moreHave a go at creating a winter wonderland whether it’s frosty or not! Have fabulous fun at our annual “snowball” fight in the Great Hall, take part in frosty crafts, and make an icy crown, snowflake wand and a penguin cup and ball game. Be sure to follow the snowy safari trail to find all the animals!
Find out moreWork with professional artists to create your very own ‘Leicester Legends’ zine, as part of our Tell Tall Tales heritage project.
Find out moreBox of Frogs, Birmingham’s premier improv group, brings you a helping of high-octane improvised comedy nonsense, based entirely on your suggestions. Expect the unexpected as quick-witted players conjure up hilarious, spontaneous songs, sketches and scenes on the spur of the moment!
Find out moreShowcasing the outcome of Sumiko Eadon’s year-long R&D, this exhibition will consist of a range of experimental work, including series of drawings, prints and artist’s books, alongside handmade natural pigments, inks and paints that Sumiko has produced.
Find out moreThe Frame offers a refined dining experience inspired by vibrant flavours from across The Mediterranean. Indulge in a selection of dishes, alongside 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, to the sounds of our resident DJ’s.
Find out moreExplore the history of Leicester's first police headquarters, try out our Victorian prison cells, put mum and dad in the stocks, play dress up and enjoy solving our mystery trail around the museum.
Find out moreCelebration of music, stars and impact of the Blaxploitation cycle of films and screen the Pam Grier gritty action classic Coffy (1973). Leicester Film Club is a city centre pop-up community cinema screening cult, horror and classic movies.
Find out moreJoin us for a large-scale community procession to open the festival! Bringing together over 300 young people, culminating in a majestic installation that will light up the Richard III Visitor Centre.
Find out moreA spectacular public dance parade presented by Nupur Art, featuring dancers in luminous, light-up costumes. This vibrant procession will move through the streets of Leicester, culminating at the Leicester Cathedral with a grand performance from Nupur Arts and ending with the first chance to experience the cathedral’s projection artwork.
Find out moreExplore the vibrant Night Market, packed with local food, handmade crafts, and unique treats. It’s the perfect spot to grab a bite, shop for something special, and soak up the lively atmosphere under Leicester’s dazzling festival lights.
Find out moreJoin a dazzling procession of riders as they brighten up the city on a vibrant 1.5km route, featuring stunning art installations. This event invites people of all ages to come together to experience the city in a whole new light.
Find out moreCandlelight concerts bring the magic of live, multi-sensory music to awe-inspiring venues. Enjoy the sounds of a Hans Zimmer specially curated medley at The Guildhall Museum under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Find out moreA joyful and colourful extravaganza inspired by the Hindu festival of Holi, the festival of colour. This event will immerse audiences in a whirlwind of high-energy dance, vivid hues, and an explosion of celebratory spirit. Performances start at 6.30pm and 7.30pm.
Find out moreIn the beginning, curious and eccentric characters arrive. They wander around, meet us, and suddenly our world is turned into one of wonder: they transform into imposing ivory horses, light and flamboyant. An unmissable and magical experience led by performers from Compagnie Des Quidams.
Find out moreJoin Hamish Whiteley as he reads from his book ‘Growing Up With Grandma’, a collection of stories telling of one year in the life of a nine year old living with his grandparents in 1960. This will be followed by a discussion and Q&A afterwards.
Find out moreAn original one-man performance featuring an audience with the infamous Demon Barber of Fleet Street himself, Sweeney Todd! The classic penny dreadful tale is performed with gusto and swagger by Jonathan Goodwin in a show directed by Gary Archer.
Find out moreCandlelight concerts bring the magic of live, multi-sensory music to awe-inspiring venues. Enjoy the sounds of a Coldplay specially curated medley at The Guildhall Museum under the gentle glow of candlelight.
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