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Art & Exhibitions

Art & Exhibitions

Keepers of Time by Tony Wade

Everyday
FREE

The Wall is a changing display that celebrates creatives from across the Wakefield district.

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Free

The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years

Saturday 21 March - Sunday 12 April 2026
Start time:10AM - End time: 5PM
Free

Bringing a touch of magic, The Cat That Slept For A Thousand Years is 10 metre long Cat that snores, purrs, twitches its ear and swishes its tail!  

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Free

Early Years Creative Sessions for Childminders

Monday 23 March - Tuesday 24 March 2026
Start time:10AM - End time: 2:30PM
FREE

Relaxed, artist-led session for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers as part of The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years

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Family
Free

SEND-Friendly Creative Sessions

Wednesday 1 April & Wednesday 8 April 2026
Start time:10AM - End time: 11:30AM
FREE

Join us for a free gentle and inclusive exploration of The Cat That Slept For A Thousand Years.

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UK AIDS Memorial Quilt Display

Thursday 4 June - Sunday 7 June 2026
Start time:10am - End time: 5pm
Free

Wakefield is set to be the first city to welcome the UK AIDS Memorial Quilt, outside of London.

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Luke Jerram's Helios

Friday 12 June - Sunday 6 September 2026
Free

Step inside Helios at Wakefield Exchange this summer and experience a breathtaking, larger‑than‑life encounter with the Sun, surrounded by free, family‑friendly space activities for all ages.

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