The Rising Sun Arts Centre

The Rising Sun Arts Centre The Rising Sun Arts Centre is a small, independent arts centre that runs a full programme of events

The centre is run by a team of volunteers who do everything from marketing and programming to fund-raising and staffing events.

Join us 1st Saturday of the month @ The Rising Sun Arts Centre as we showcase the incredible talents of local artists an...
01/06/2026

Join us 1st Saturday of the month @ The Rising Sun Arts Centre as we showcase the incredible talents of local artists and creators.

Date: June 6th
Time: 10AM - 3PM
Venue: Rising Sun Arts Centre, RG1 2ST

Expect local artists, makers, and crafters selling handmade pieces. As well as a fully stocked bar and homemade bakes & treats. Discover one-of-a-kind artworks, handmade crafts, and unique designs. There's something for everyone to admire and take home.

Free entry – all welcome!

Interested in being a vendor? We have spaces left. Apply below!
[https://forms.gle/Tincceag8EqTgSva]

Free Fabric Swap at the Rising Sun Monthly Art Market Saturday 6 June 10AM – 2PM FreeCalling all makers, crafters, sewis...
30/05/2026

Free Fabric Swap at the Rising Sun Monthly Art Market
Saturday 6 June 10AM – 2PM Free

Calling all makers, crafters, sewists, costume designers and creative upcyclers!

Come along to our free Fabric Swap and browse a wide selection of donated fabrics looking for a new home.
Bring fabric to share Take fabric for your next project Or simply come along and see what you find!

No swapping required, all fabrics are free and everyone is welcome.

Here Comes The Sun Festival 2026 Saturday 8 August 2026 2PM – 11PM Rising Sun Arts CentreSave the date for a full day of...
28/05/2026

Here Comes The Sun Festival 2026

Saturday 8 August 2026 2PM – 11PM Rising Sun Arts Centre

Save the date for a full day of live music, creativity, community, and summer vibes

Expect incredible performances, great atmosphere, and plenty more to be announced soon…

Acts revealed soon, stay tuned!

Uneasy Easy Listening with Mike Cooper & Alan Clayson Sat 23 May Doors: 7:30PM Starts: 8:00PM £11 advance / £12 ...
20/05/2026

Uneasy Easy Listening with Mike Cooper & Alan Clayson
Sat 23 May Doors: 7:30PM Starts: 8:00PM £11 advance / £12 on the door

Two legends of Reading’s music scene return to the Rising Sun Arts Centre for an evening of experimental sound, storytelling, and genre-defying performance.

Mike Cooper brings his acclaimed DNA (Digital Nomad Arts) project, blending electric lap steel guitar, voice, live sampling, looping, ambient electronics and exotica.

Alan Clayson’s rare solo performances move between song, monologue, humour and unease in a style entirely his own.

Expect an unforgettable night of Uneasy Easy Listening.

Uneasy Easy Listening with Mike Cooper & Alan Clayson Fri 22 May Doors: 7:30PM Starts: 8:00PM £11 advance / £12 ...
20/05/2026

Uneasy Easy Listening with Mike Cooper & Alan Clayson
Fri 22 May Doors: 7:30PM Starts: 8:00PM £11 advance / £12 on the door

Two legends of Reading’s music scene return to the Rising Sun Arts Centre for an evening of experimental sound, storytelling, and genre-defying performance.

Mike Cooper brings his acclaimed DNA (Digital Nomad Arts) project, blending electric lap steel guitar, voice, live sampling, looping, ambient electronics and exotica.

Alan Clayson’s rare solo performances move between song, monologue, humour and unease in a style entirely his own.

Expect an unforgettable night of Uneasy Easy Listening.

DIY DAY: Painting and Lugging📅 TOMORROW: Friday 15th May⏰ 10AM - 4PMJoin the maintenance team and SP Global staff tomorr...
14/05/2026

DIY DAY: Painting and Lugging

📅 TOMORROW: Friday 15th May
⏰ 10AM - 4PM

Join the maintenance team and SP Global staff tomorrow to help create a community garden and do some painting, installation of Andre’s foyer artwork, and decorating at the centre.

All hands on deck! All volunteers welcome to drop in and help out from 10am - 4pm. Wear old, comfy, DIY clothes and be prepared to get stuck in painting and lugging of stuff. Full materials and heavy duty gloves provided.

And, if DIY is not your thing... come along and make tea and offer moral support. All volunteers welcome!

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30 Silver Street
Reading
RG12ST

Telephone

+441189866788

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