As we’re so heavily involved with the plethora of incredible events that take place in Hull every year we feel almost duty bound to break down some of the biggest and most popular ones happening in 2022, from family fun to mouth watering food fests to hair raising music, there’s an event for everyone coming to Hull this year, you’ll be sure to see a few of our marquees popping up amongst them as well!
Unleashed Comic-Con
Where: University of Hull
When: 1 May 2022
Unleash the geek within you and get yourself down to Hull Uni for a day of superhero bliss and more. Costumes aren’t mandatory but you won’t be out of place with one that’s for sure, from adults to kids this a perfect one for all the family.
Learn more: https://www.visithull.org/whatson/hull-unleashed-comic-con/
The Great British Food Festival
Where: Burton Constable Hall
When: 14-15 May 2022
Calling all food lovers! Get yourself down for the 1st British Food Festival that Burton Constable have hosted. Treat your taste buds to exotic street food from around the world to artisan local food, not to be missed.
Learn more: https://www.visithull.org/whatson/the-great-british-food-festival/
Vintage Car Show
Where: Burton Constable Hall
When: 22 May 2022
Step back in time and discover what the East Yorkshire Thoroughbred’s Car Club have to offer. One for any of the petrol heads but also a brilliant day out for anyone, the beautiful grounds of the hall of hosted spectacular events like Radio 1’s Big Weekend and they’ll be live music, vintage stalls and more to explore.
Learn more: https://www.visithull.org/whatson/vintage-car-show/
Brick by Brick - International LEGO Brick Art
Where: Ferens Art Gallery
When: 28 May - 11 Sep 2022
Bringing together work by international artists, designers and photographers who have the joy and pleasure of using LEGO® to showcase their imagination in the most creative way possible.
Learn more: https://www.visithull.org/whatson/brick-by-brick-international-lego-brick-art/
The Big Malarkey
Where: East Park
When: 20 - 26 Jun 2022
One for the kids! The Big Malarkey returns for its 5th year as Hull’s biggest children’s literature festival. Open up whole new worlds of imagination from books to drawing and more at this wonderful gathering of literature, a brilliant way to get them into reading or to discover their new favourite page turner.
Learn more: https://www.visithull.org/whatson/the-big-malarky-2/
Yum! Food Festival
Where: Hull Marina
When: 5 - 6 Aug 2022
Another food festival, why not? Hopefully you’ll have recovered from the Great British Food Festival ready to fill up again. Set in the cultural center of Hull that is Humber Dock Street, be sure to get down there for two days of belly busting exquisite cuisine from around the world.
Learn more: https://www.visithull.org/whatson/yum-food-festival/
Humber Sesh
Where: Hull Central
When: 13 August 2022
Humber Street Sesh, the multi award-winning music festival will return to its spiritual home on Hull Marina
Learn more: https://www.humberstreetsesh.co.uk
Freedom Festival
Where: City Centre
When: 26 Aug - 4 Sep 2022
One of the biggest events on Hull’s calendar since 2007, Freedom Festival has become of the UK’s leading international arts festivals, this event truly has something for everyone and has a truly memorable atmosphere.
Learn more: https://www.freedomfestival.co.uk
Hull Fair
Where: Walton Street
When: 7 - 15 Oct 2022
And last but certainly not least, we once again welcome one of Europe’s largest travelling fairs. Bringing together over 250 rides, stalls and more for a week of adrenaline fun-filled rides, food and hook a duck, of course!
Learn more: https://www.visithull.org/whatson/hull-fair-2022/
