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in the Merrie City

★ Festival Weekend

Merrie City Festival

28–30 Aug 2026 · Bank holiday weekend — all day

A long weekend of music, movement, colour and creativity across the city centre — live music, dance, games, arts + crafts, plus a few surprises along the way. Presented by Wakefield BID in partnership with Ey Up Wakefield.

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Full line-up on the festival site — or follow @wakefieldbid for the latest.

All upcoming events

29 Jul 2026

Wakefield Artwalk

5:00pm – 9:00pm · Venues across the city centre

A free, self-guided evening trail through galleries, studios and creative spaces across Wakefield city centre.

28–30 Aug 2026

Merrie City Festival

Bank holiday weekend — all day · Wakefield city centre

A long weekend of music, movement, colour and creativity across the city centre — live music, dance, games, arts + crafts, plus a few surprises along the way. Presented by Wakefield BID in partnership with Ey Up Wakefield.

30 Sep 2026

Wakefield Artwalk

5:00pm – 9:00pm · Venues across the city centre

The autumn edition — late-night access to art spaces, live music and city-centre culture.

25 Nov 2026

Wakefield Artwalk

5:00pm – 9:00pm · Venues across the city centre

The festive edition — explore Wakefield's creative spaces as the city lights up for Christmas.