What’s on in September
Monthly entertainment guide, in partnership with Visit Hull
Heritage Open Days 2024
Citywide
September 6-15
ASSORTED EVENTS
The largest heritage festival in England is back for 2024!
This year’s National Trust HODS theme is routes, connections, and networks – quite a mouthful, and at first sight, what a challenge!
With a wide number of different heritage events taking place across the city and beyond, from talks and open days, to walks and tours, there’s bound to be an event that you’ll find absolutely riveting.
Details can be found by collecting a copy of the Heritage Open Day magazine from your local library or from the Welcome Information Centre in Paragon Interchange.
Hull Trinity Festival Rebooted
City centre
September 28
ASSORTED EVENTS
Live music – local and regional acts playing at various venues around Hull city centre.
Trinity Festival Rebooted harks back to the early days of Hull Trinity Festival, which HullBID established in 2012 and saw a selection of bars in the Old Town host live music during the last weekend in July.
Celebrating the best in local and regional talent, the festival concluded with a large-scale event in 2017 as part of the City of Culture programming.
This year, it’s going back to its original roots, with various bars open throughout Hull city centre for an array of live music ranging from solo acoustic to full bands. You’re welcome to stay in one venue or move around and sample the delights of all of them, and there’s no entry charge so indulge in a drink or two!
THEATRE, FILM AND MUSICALS
September 3
Anna Hibiscus Song
Hull Truck Theatre
Told through music, dance, puppetry and traditional African storytelling, this adaptation of Atinuke’s children’s book will have you beaming from ear to ear.
September 4
Hull Independent Cinema: Crossing
Hull Truck Theatre
When Lia learns that her long-lost niece Tekla might be in Turkey, she sets off to Istanbul.
September 6
Not a Rock-Doc
Wrecking Ball Arts Centre
A film screening of The Sharks’ iconic journey from the highs of their resurgence to the lows of their struggles. Q and A with Steve ‘Snips’ Parsons.
September 7
If Prison Walls Could Speak
Jubilee Central Hull
Deliberately locked up with ISIS terrorists, his story is brutal and shocking. Artless Theatre Company brings their new show to Hull.
Hull Independent Cinema: Orlando – My Political Biography
Hull Truck Theatre
This hybrid documentary-drama sees a cast of more than 20 trans and non-binary individuals perform interpretations of scenes from Virginia Woolf’s novel.
September 8
Mr Vegas World Seniors Snooker 900
Connexin Live
This event will be broadcast live on Channel 5, and will bring some of the most decorated names in the sport to the city.
September 10
The Royal Opera: The Marriage of Figaro
Hull Truck Theatre
A live screening of the Royal Opera’s impressive production.
September 12
Hull Independent Cinema: Thelma
Vue Cinema
When 93-year-old Thelma gets duped by a phone scammer, she wants her money back. But when the police don’t take it seriously, she plans to track down the crooks herself…
September 17-21
Perfect Pitch
Hull Truck Theatre
Described as “A triumph” by The Sunday Times, this state of the nation comedy is by turns hilarious and unsettling.
September 23-28
Romeo & Juliet
Hull New Theatre
Created by the Emmy-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told.
September 24
Tim Peake – The Quest to Explore Space
Connexin Live
After multiple sell-out tours with his debut show, My Journey to Space, Tim Peake returns to venues across the UK with his hugely anticipated new show.
September 25
Kin
Hull Truck Theatre
Sisters-in-law Kay and Steph meet for the first time in years at the funeral of Robert McGregor, the most important man in both their lives.
September 27-28
Facing the Waves
Hull Truck Theatre
Facing the Waves is a new musical from Dogwood Productions, whose recent shows have toured England and been heard on BBC Radio 4.
COMEDY
September 3
Buffy Revamped
Hull Truck Theatre
This fast-paced gem brings you the entire 144 episodes of the hit 90s TV show, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, as told through the eyes of the one person who knows it inside out… Spike.
September 6
Lloyd Griffith: Baroque and Roll
Hull Truck Theatre
Fresh from supporting Jack Whitehall on his 2023 UK arena tour, comedian Lloyd Griffith is back with a brand-new show ‘Baroque and Roll’.
September 7
Gary Meikle No Refunds
Hull City Hall
Gary Meikle is back yet again with another self-written, self-deprecating show to leave you all short of breath.
Rule Brit-Ha-nnia!
Hull City Hall
Join Neil Hurst, Billy Pearce, Steve Royle, Steve Hewlett and Ben Nickless alongside host Jack Land Noble for an unmissable evening of comedy!
September 12
The Horne Section’s Hit Show
Hull City Hall
Unruly, ridiculous and surprisingly satisfying, the six-headed comedy band includes five outstanding musicians and one non-musical stand-up.
September 13
Danny Beard: Straight Expectations
Hull Truck Theatre
Join Drag Race UK winner Danny Beard and their full live band for a five-star night of killer vocals, snappy comedy, put downs and pick me ups.
September 17
Count Binface: Bindipendence Day
Social
Count Binface has landed! The universe’s favourite novelty politician is back with his new live comedy show, and just in the nick of time!
September 19
Jeff Innocent: Smart Casual
Hull Truck Theatre
After a hugely successful first leg, British Comedian of the Year winner and social media sensation Jeff Innocent is back for the second half of his debut nationwide tour, Smart Casual.
September 20
Big Stand-Up Night
Jubilee Central Hull
Join a fantastic evening hosted by the best comedians in Poland!
Amy Gledhill: Make Me Look Fit on the Poster
Hull Truck Theatre
Following her hugely successful debut show, The Girl Before the Girl You Marry, Amy Gledhill returns with another stand-up offering.
September 20-21
Paul Smith - Pablo
Connexin Live
This is Paul Smith’s biggest and funniest tour show yet, and it promises to have you rolling around in laughter with every joke.
September 24
Baga Chipz: Material Girl ‘Much Betta’ Tour
Hull City Hall
Expect hilarious, outrageous blue comedy, vocals, costumes, drunken antics, and the tale of a single mom who became one of the nation’s best loved stars.
September 27
Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time
Hull City Hall
Come and join Ed as he mines the most tragic event in his life for laughs.
MUSIC
September 3
Texas
Connexin Live
Guided by the soulful voice of Sharleen Spiteri, the songs simply shine in this stripped back gig.
September 4
The Country Music Experience
Hull City Hall
Throw on those cowboy boots and dance the night away to some of the biggest country anthems from the decades.
September 5
Jade Scott and The Arkut Brothers
Wrecking Ball Arts Centre
Purple Harmony presents these two smashing sets of performers.
September 6
The Ultimate Classic Rockshow
Hull City Hall
Dust off your air guitars for an evening of the very best classic rock anthems from legends past and present!
September 6
Tubeway Days – The Gary Numan Live Experience 1979/80
Hull Truck Theatre
This is a show not to be missed by any fan of Gary Numan, when the sounds of synthpop and the new electronic music ruled the airwaves.
September 14
Luther Live
Hull City Hall
The world’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Voice,’ fronted by international Luther Vandross tribute Harry Cambridge and his ten-piece band.
Whitney – Queen of the Night
Connexin Live
Direct from the West End, The London Palladium, and the iconic Royal Albert Hall, Whitney – Queen of the Night will visit Connexin Live.
September 15
Romeo’s Daughter
Wrecking Ball Arts Centre
Romeo’s Daughter are a British AOE, contemporary and mainstream rock band.
September 17
G4 20th Anniversary Tour
Hull City Hall
G4 have been wowing audiences with their incredible harmonies and stunning vocals ever since appearing on the first series of the X Factor in 2004.
September 20
Paul Carrack
Hull City Hall
The ‘How Long’ 50th Anniversary Tour takes audiences on a journey through Carrack’s illustrious career, spanning half a century of extraordinary music.
September 22
Skinny Molly
Wrecking Ball Arts Centre
Originally slated to do a one-off tour of Europe in 2004, Skinny Molly has, 14 years later, become one of the hardest working and popular rock bands out of the southern United States.
September 26
Tiny Dancer – The Music of Elton John
Hull City Hall
Brace yourselves for a spectacular celebration of one of music’s greatest legends and embark on a journey through Elton John’s timeless hits.
Tom Petty Preservation Society
Wrecking Ball Arts Centre
The Tom Petty Preservation Society is made up of an elite set of musicians and their aim is to recreate those amazing songs written and immortalised by Tom Petty.
September 27
Astrid Williamson
Wrecking Ball Arts Centre
Shetland born singer-songwriter Astrid Williamson returns with her tenth studio album, Shetland Suite, a collection of traditional song reimagined for the 21st century.
September 27-28
Bye Bye Baby
Hull Truck Theatre
Bye Bye Baby are a jaw-dropping tribute to the musical phenomenon ‘Jersey Boys’ and the timeless, iconic music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
September 28
The Celine Dion Songbook – My Heart Will Go On
Hull City Hall
After a sold-out tour across the UK and Europe, it’s back, bigger and better than ever.
Albert Bouchard (ex Blue Öyster Cult)
Wrecking Ball Arts Centre
Albert Bouchard is best known as a founding member of Blue Öyster Cult.
FESTIVALS, MARKETS AND MORE
September 1
Good Things Market
Fruit Market
Expect makers, creators, artists, bakers, movers and shakers and more at this superb market in the car park on Queen Street!
September 22
Little Amal – The Walk
Pearson Park
Little Amal, the internationally acclaimed 12-foot puppet of a ten-year-old refugee girl, will visit Hull this September as part of the Yorkshire Integration Festival celebrations.
EXHIBITIONS
Running until September 1
Don’t Worry, Beach Happy
The Deep
Help us celebrate the fantastic coastline that is right on our doorstep, and home to some of the world’s best Jurassic and Cretaceous geology! With face-painting, photo ops and more!
Running until September 13
Planetary Poems Exhibition
Hull Minster
Anyone who shares a fascination with the stars, space, astronomy and the wider cosmos will enjoy these poetic interpretations of our solar neighbourhood.
Running until September 14
Cold Junction
Gallery 87
Cold Junction merges Luis Bustamante’s historical photographs with Sebastian’s ongoing project “El Otoño.”
Running until September 22
Hull Grammar School (600 years) Exhibition
Wilberforce House Museum
Five Hull Old Grammarians have created an exhibition outlining the six centuries history of the school and its contribution to the city.
Open Exhibition
Ferens Art Gallery
The annual Open Exhibition at Ferens Art Gallery has celebrated the creativity of local amateur and professional artists since 1967.
Young Artist Open Exhibition
Ferens Art Gallery
Celebrate the creative talent of young people in Hull and the surrounding area.
Sam Larter – Artist in Residence
Ferens Art Gallery
Inspired by the colours and forms in works by Jan van Goyen and Frank Auerbach, Sam has created a symmetrical sculpture and several forms from wooden frames and found materials.
Live Like Legends
Humber Street Gallery
Live Like Legends, an exhibition celebrating Hull’s vibrant street art and graffiti scene.
Running until December 31
Lionesses of Hull Exhibition
Streetlife Museum
Explore the rich history of women’s football in Hull through the lives of Carol Thomas and Flo Bilton.
TOP EVENTS COMING NEXT MONTH
October 2
The Bootleg Beatles
Hull City Hall
October 6
Cirque: The Greatest Show
Connexin Live
October 25
Everybody Dance with Claire Richards
Hull City Hall
An Evening of Radiohead at Hull Minster
Hull Minster
October 26
Paddy McGuinness
Connexin Live
Hull Horror Fest 2024
Costello Stadium
October 29 – November 2
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Hull New Theatre
October 31
Paul Weller
Connexin Live
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