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Soak up the last days of summer and make the most of the long weekend this August bank holiday. Whether you’re looking for something for the whole family or you’re catching up with friends, the Hull Trains route includes some brilliant destinations for day trips and weekends away. Find out what’s going on in Hull and London this bank holiday.
Hull
Freedom Festival Wednesday 28th August - Sunday 1st September 2024
Hull’s Freedom Festival is back for 2024 offering brilliant entertainment both in real life and “on demand”. Most events are free to enjoy but some may be ticketed. This year, the festival will be on between 28th August and 1st September with a wide range of events across the city. Head over to the Freedom Festival website where you can find the full programme of events - announcements are coming from June.
Good Things Market – Freedom Edition Sunday 1st September 2024
Why not stop by Queen Street on Sunday 1st September for the Good Things Market. Art, craft and design ranging from homeware, jewellery, plants, music and prints will be on offer. You’ll find tasty food and drink options too. From 10:30am until 4pm, the market will open where you can support local businesses and creatives. While you’re there, you’re in the perfect spot for a bite to eat or a stroll down Humber Street and the Marina.
Maritime Guided Tours Every Thursday & Saturday at 10.30am, and Sunday at 11.30am and 1.30pm
Want to learn more about Hull’s maritime past? Take a guided tour through the city to explore the historic maritime sites Hull has to offer. Choose from a long tour lasting around 2.5 hours or a short tour lasting around 90 minutes. Find out more and choose your timeslots on the Maritime Hull website.
London
Hampton Court Palace Food Festival 2024 24th to 26th August 2024
Set in the historic grounds of Hampton Court Palace, once the home of Henry VIII, you can enjoy a wide range of activities this August Bank Holiday. From street food and pop up bars to fete games and family fun, you are guaranteed a fantastic day out. Tickets are available on the Hampton Court Palace website.
Greenwich + Docklands International Festival 2024 23rd August to 8th September 2024
GDIF is back for 2024 with lots of free outdoor entertainment including theatre, dance, circus and installations. Don’t miss an incredible eight-hour aerial performance on top of a melting block of ice. It has been named one of the best free festivals in the UK by The Guardian. The full GDIF 2024 programme will be revealed later this summer on their website.
Battersea Park in Concert 2024 24th, 25th & 26th August 2024
A weekend of classical, West End and jazz music performances set in the picturesque Battersea Park. It’s perfect for enjoying a picnic whilst enjoying the music. Book your tickets today at the Battersea Park in Concert website.
Notting Hill Carnival 24th to 26th August 2024
One of the most popular carnivals in London, Notting Hill Carnival is world-renowned and celebrates Caribbean culture in the city. Each year, it usually attracts more than one million people enjoying over 50,000 performers, steel bands, dancing, and food and drink. Find out more at nhcarnival.org
Summer on the Square 1st to 28th August 2024
The National Gallery are hosting Summer on the Square throughout summer until the August Bank Holiday featuring a wide ranging programme of free, daily activities made to inspire creativity. Set in the iconic Trafalgar Square at 11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm each day, activities are open to all. Head to the National Gallery website to find out more.
Whatever your plans are this August bank holiday, choose Hull Trains to get you there. Book your tickets today.
Freedom Festival Wednesday 28th August - Sunday 1st September 2024
Hull’s Freedom Festival is back for 2024 offering brilliant entertainment both in real life and “on demand”. Most events are free to enjoy but some may be ticketed. This year, the festival will be on between 28th August and 1st September with a wide range of events across the city. Head over to the Freedom Festival website where you can find the full programme of events - announcements are coming from June.
Good Things Market – Freedom Edition Sunday 1st September 2024
Why not stop by Queen Street on Sunday 1st September for the Good Things Market. Art, craft and design ranging from homeware, jewellery, plants, music and prints will be on offer. You’ll find tasty food and drink options too. From 10:30am until 4pm, the market will open where you can support local businesses and creatives. While you’re there, you’re in the perfect spot for a bite to eat or a stroll down Humber Street and the Marina.
Maritime Guided Tours Every Thursday & Saturday at 10.30am, and Sunday at 11.30am and 1.30pm
Want to learn more about Hull’s maritime past? Take a guided tour through the city to explore the historic maritime sites Hull has to offer. Choose from a long tour lasting around 2.5 hours or a short tour lasting around 90 minutes. Find out more and choose your timeslots on the Maritime Hull website.
Hampton Court Palace Food Festival 2024 24th to 26th August 2024
Set in the historic grounds of Hampton Court Palace, once the home of Henry VIII, you can enjoy a wide range of activities this August Bank Holiday. From street food and pop up bars to fete games and family fun, you are guaranteed a fantastic day out. Tickets are available on the Hampton Court Palace website.
GDIF is back for 2024 with lots of free outdoor entertainment including theatre, dance, circus and installations. Don’t miss an incredible eight-hour aerial performance on top of a melting block of ice. It has been named one of the best free festivals in the UK by The Guardian. The full GDIF 2024 programme will be revealed later this summer on their website.
Battersea Park in Concert 2024 24th, 25th & 26th August 2024
A weekend of classical, West End and jazz music performances set in the picturesque Battersea Park. It’s perfect for enjoying a picnic whilst enjoying the music. Book your tickets today at the Battersea Park in Concert website.
Notting Hill Carnival 24th to 26th August 2024
One of the most popular carnivals in London, Notting Hill Carnival is world-renowned and celebrates Caribbean culture in the city. Each year, it usually attracts more than one million people enjoying over 50,000 performers, steel bands, dancing, and food and drink. Find out more at nhcarnival.org
Summer on the Square 1st to 28th August 2024
The National Gallery are hosting Summer on the Square throughout summer until the August Bank Holiday featuring a wide ranging programme of free, daily activities made to inspire creativity. Set in the iconic Trafalgar Square at 11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm each day, activities are open to all. Head to the National Gallery website to find out more.
Whatever your plans are this August bank holiday, choose Hull Trains to get you there. Book your tickets today.
