Preparations begin for festive weekend in Hull 26th November 2025 Details of Hull’s bumper Christmas weekend have now been revealed as the build for this weekend’s event have started in the city centre. Performances on the main stage in Queen Victoria Square will delight audiences of all ages with short pantomime Jack & the Beanstalk (Saturday only) at 10.30am and 2pm, live singers, choirs and […] Read more Christmas Leisure & Culture News What's on ChristmasChristmas in HullChristmas marketCllr Rob PritchardKing Edward StPantoPrinces QuayQueen Victoria SquareTrinity Square
Hull prepares for bumper festive weekend of Christmas cheer 7th November 2025 Hull city centre will be flooded with festive cheer this November as a full Christmas weekend event fills the streets. A Christmas market will line King Edward St, brought to life with street entertainment, hot and cold food offers as well as covered seating with live music performances and festive panto on the main stage […] Read more Christmas Leisure & Culture News What's on Christmas eventChristmas marketCllr Rob PritchardHull TrainsKing Edward StreetLou MendhamPrinces QuayQueen Victoria SquareVictorian Christmas
Armed Forces Day celebrated in Hull 20th June 2025 Hull will turn red, white and blue next weekend as Armed Forces Day is celebrated in the city centre. Queen Victoria Square will play host to this free event next Saturday (28 June) which promises to have something for the whole family. As part of the 80th anniversary year the city will join the major […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Armed Forces DayCllr Rob PritchardHull city centreQueen Victoria Square
Hull set to sparkle as Christmas lights are switched on by Super League Man of Steel 12th November 2024 Hull’s stunning Christmas lights will be switched on next week by the city’s very own rugby league star and 2024 Steve Prescott (MBE) Man of Steel, Mikey Lewis. Hull KR half-back Mikey will join the Lord Mayor Councillor Mark Collinson and a special guest direct from the North Pole to get the festive period underway. […] Read more Christmas Leisure & Culture News What's on bus travelChristmas lights 2024Christmas lights switch onChristmas marketsHull CardLord Mayor Cllr Mark CollinsonMikey LewisQueen Victoria Square
Free family fun as Armed Forces Day celebrated in Hull 21st June 2024 Hull city centre will turn red, white and blue next weekend as Armed Forces Day is celebrated. Queen Victoria Square will play host to this free event next Saturday (29 June) which promises to have something for the whole family. Free activities on offer include a climbing wall, Scrapstore craft activities, face painting and balloon […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Armed Forces DayArmed Forces Day 24Kath Wynne-HagueQueen Victoria Square
Hull City Council announce reopening of public toilets in Queen Victoria Square 31st May 2024 Hull City Council is pleased to announce the reopening of the public toilets in Queen Victoria Square following essential repair work. Due to water leaking into the electrics, the public facilities in Queen Victoria Square have been closed since the end of 2023. Although KWL – the contractor appointed to carry out the works on […] Read more News Cllr Jack HainesKWLQueen Victoria Square
Festive season gets underway with Hull light switch-on 9th November 2023 Hull’s stunning Christmas lights will be switched on by Hull-born football legend and Former England Women’s Football Captain Dr Carol Thomas, alongside the Lord Mayor, Cllr Kalvin Neal next week. Queen Victoria Square will come alive with stunning light and sound installations on Thursday 16 November, with thousands expected to be there. A 50 ft […] Read more Christmas Civic News What's on ChristmasChristmas 2023Christmas lightsChristmas lights switch-onLord Mayor Cllr Kalvin NealQueen Victoria Square
Queen Victoria Square fountains closed due to unexpected fault 26th May 2023 The fountains in Queen Victoria Square will unfortunately not be operational over the coming weekend due to a mechanical fault. Contractors have been contacted and they are scheduled to attend next week to commence the repairs. The council would like to offer its sincere apologies to residents. We understand how much children and their families […] Read more News Queen Victoria SquareQueen Victoria Square fountains
Festive season gets underway with lights switch-on in Hull 10th November 2022 Hull’s stunning Christmas lights will be switched on by Hull’s own Connor Lynes, star of the England Physical Disability Rugby League team who recently stormed to victory over New Zealand in the World Cup, alongside the Deputy Lord Mayor next week. Queen Victoria Square will come alive with stunning light and sound installations on Thursday […] Read more Christmas Leisure & Culture News What's on Christmas 2022Christmas lights switch-onConnor LynesDarren LethemDeputy Lord Mayor Cllr Kalvin NealQueen Victoria Square
What’s open when on Monday’s bank holiday as Queen’s funeral screened in Queen Victoria Square 16th September 2022 Following the very sad news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, many people are reflecting on her lifetime of service and dedication to her country. On Monday 19 September, Hull City Council will be providing residents and visitors to Hull with the opportunity to come together in Queen Victoria Square to watch her […] Read more News Death of Queen Elizabeth IIQueen Victoria Square
Funeral of Her Majesty the Queen to be screened in Queen Victoria Square 12th September 2022 Following the very sad news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, many people are reflecting on her lifetime of service and dedication to her country. On Monday 19th September, Hull City Council will be providing residents and visitors to Hull with the opportunity to come together in Queen Victoria Square to watch her […] Read more Civic News Death of Queen Elizabeth IIQueen Victoria Square
Queen Victoria Square fountains return next week 6th August 2021 The popular Queen Victoria Square fountains will return on Monday 9 August. The fountains were turned off during lockdown in accordance with public health guidance. Councillor Daren Hale, leader of Hull City Council, said: “I’m delighted that the Queen Victoria Square fountains will soon be back on. They are a popular and much-loved attraction, especially […] Read more Children and families Leisure & Culture News Councillor Daren HaleQueen Victoria SquareQueen Victoria Square fountains
