WX Wakefield

WX Wakefield Wakefield's premier venue for events, art, creativity, live music, food & drink and much more!

See Wakefield City Centre in a whole new light 🌟Light Up Wakefield returns Friday 13 - Saturday 14 November, transformin...
01/09/2026

See Wakefield City Centre in a whole new light 🌟

Light Up Wakefield returns Friday 13 - Saturday 14 November, transforming the city into a spectacular celebration of light, creativity and nature!

WX is the official Event Hub, where visitors can pick up their trail maps, enjoy a selection of street food and experience one of the first installations on the light art trail.

On Friday 13 November, visitors can join the countdown at the festive Light Switch-On taking place at 5:30pm in the Cathedral Precinct. On Saturday 14 November, visitors can follow ‘Nature’s Return’ – a breathtaking illuminated parade celebrating the return of wildlife to Wakefield’s rivers, meadows, moors and gardens.

Stay tuned as more information coming soon... 👀

📸 Kaleider

Light Up Wakefield is organised by Wakefield Council

Experience Wakefield Light Up the North

Looking for a Saturday night with a difference? Join us at WX for a FREE celebration of music and culture, featuring an ...
31/08/2026

Looking for a Saturday night with a difference?

Join us at WX for a FREE celebration of music and culture, featuring an inclusive Afro-Fusion dance workshop led by Naomi Kenga, followed by an uplifting live performance from Robert Maseko & The Congo Beat.

From infectious Congolese rhythms to contemporary global sounds, this family-friendly evening promises plenty of opportunities to dance, connect and discover something new.

📅 Saturday 5 September 2026
⌚7 - 10pm
🎟️ Free entry, no booking required
📍Wakefield Exchange, Union Street

Everyone is welcome, just turn up and enjoy the beat.

The sun will soon be setting as we say goodbye to Helios this week🌅The exhibition's last day is Sunday 6 September, so m...
31/08/2026

The sun will soon be setting as we say goodbye to Helios this week🌅

The exhibition's last day is Sunday 6 September, so make sure to come on by WX to see it before it's gone!

We also have the following exhibition events taking place:

☀️Helios Age UK Session
Wed 2 Sep, 10am-1pm, Free
Join us at a special Age UK session to see Luke Jerram's Helios.

🧘🏻 Sound Under The Sun
Thur 3 Sep, 7pm-8pm, £10
Immerse yourself in a restorative sound journey beneath the warm glow of Helios.
Book now: https://ow.ly/hVqQ50ZGCbV

🎨 Free Self-Led Craft Activities
Tue 1 - Fri 4 Sep , 10am to 4pm
Young visitors can dive into our self-led craft stations, where they’ll be able to make, decorate, and explore at their own pace. And for anyone feeling a bit more adventurous, our space themed dress up zone will be open to all ages - perfect for transforming into an astronaut, alien, or intergalactic explorer before stepping into the world of Helios!

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Here's something so you... 'Remember the many events of September!' 🎶😆This September, we're dancing through the month wi...
30/08/2026

Here's something so you... 'Remember the many events of September!' 🎶😆

This September, we're dancing through the month with Horns of Ibiza, The Inclusive Disco, Rodeo Night and a Toddler Disco that'll have every generation moving to the beat.

⭐ Feel the groove with Robert Maseko & The Congo Beat, Knottingley Silver Band, Summer Jazz: Peter Rosser Trio & Guests, and Launchpad x WX featuring Green Gardens, Lauren Mikki & MAAME.

⭐ There's Open Mic Night, soak up the vibes at Soul Shed with music, poetry and comedy, or laugh your heart out at Comedy Night with MC Colin Manford, Simon Emanuel, Martin Westgate and David Eagle.

⭐ Looking for something more relaxing? Drift away with a Sound Bath Under The Sun.

Browse local creativity at the Craft & Flea Makers Market and discover local history with The Story of Wakefield in 50 Objects.

Whilst we do our best not to change things, we do recommend checking our website wxwakefield.co.uk before heading over, as times/dates of events can vary 👀

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Festival season may be winding down... but not at WX 🍻Wakefield Beer Festival is back after a seven-year break, bringing...
29/08/2026

Festival season may be winding down... but not at WX 🍻

Wakefield Beer Festival is back after a seven-year break, bringing 100+ beers, ciders and craft drinks to the heart of Wakefield from 23-25 October 2026.

Expect fantastic local brewers, delicious street food, live music and four sessions packed with festival vibes long after summer ends.

🍺 100+ drinks to discover
🎶 Live entertainment at every session
🍔 Street food favourites
📍 Wakefield Exchange

Find out more wxwakefield.short.gy/WFDBeer

Tickets from £12. This event is strictly 18+.

This Fabric Pumpkin Workshop is perfect for crafty kids 🎃In just 2 hours, each participant will create their very own ad...
28/08/2026

This Fabric Pumpkin Workshop is perfect for crafty kids 🎃

In just 2 hours, each participant will create their very own adorable fabric pumpkin. You can use our pre-cut materials or bring your own upcycled fabric for an eco-friendly twist.

🗓️ Thursday 1 October
⏰ 6pm-8pm
🎟️ £10 (includes 1 child & 1 accompanying adult)

Book now at https://ow.ly/yBaV50ZzsIf

Please note: this session is suitable for ages 8+ and children must be accompanied by an adult.

🎤 Meet the comedians bringing the laughs to WX Comedy Night this August!Get to know MC Colin Manford, Steve Harris, Tony...
27/08/2026

🎤 Meet the comedians bringing the laughs to WX Comedy Night this August!

Get to know MC Colin Manford, Steve Harris, Tony Basnett and Matt Price before they take to the stage on Saturday 29 August. Expect sharp observations, hilarious stories and a night packed with comedy in collaboration with Plane Comedy.

📅Sat 29 Aug
⏰6:30PM - 9PM
🎫£11
🔗https://wxwakefield.short.gy/AugustComedy

Can't make this one? Our next Comedy Night is on Saturday 26 September, with Early Bird tickets available for just £8 until 14 September. Grab yours whilst you can!

Tomorrow Wakefield Exchange is the world premiere of ‘The Becoming’, a music video created for a totally new piece of mu...
27/08/2026

Tomorrow Wakefield Exchange is the world premiere of ‘The Becoming’, a music video created for a totally new piece of music from the incredible Testament Homecut .

This film was made by the Young Filmmakers Cohort of creativity s’cool 26 summer s'cool with the support of Studio Bokehgo . It is an artistic outcome from a phenomenal cohort of young artists who brought passion, creativity, enthusiasm and joy into a creative skills week. So incredibly honoured to have taught this skills week and so excited to share the film with the world.

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Wakefield Exchange, Union Street
Wakefield
WF13AD

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Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 10:30pm
Friday 9am - 10:30pm
Saturday 10am - 10:30pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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