What’s on in May
Monthly entertainment guide, in partnership with Visit Hull
Hull International Choir Festival
Citywide
Public events May 3-5
All free to attend, aside from Gala Concert
After a successful inaugural event in 2023, this competition returns, bringing choirs from across the globe to showcase their talents.
This biennial event will feature events across the city, including competitions in Hull Minster, Hull City Hall and Albemarle Music Hub which members of the public are invited to attend. Plus, three free to attend performances from choirs at Trinity Market, Hull Interchange and Princes Quay.
Go to visithull.org/choirs to find out more.
To Have and to Hold
Hull Truck Theatre
May 1-24
£3-£29.50
After 60 years of marriage, Jack and Florence have successfully mastered the fine art of bickering. Living in the picturesque village of Wetwang in rural East Yorkshire in their three-bed semi, they’re certainly beginning to feel their age. But with the help and support of local wheeler dealer ‘Rhubarb Eddie’ and Cousin Pamela, they’re getting along just fine.
When their writer son and entrepreneur daughter make an appearance to help get their affairs in order, chaos descends, family gripes are aired, and secrets are uncovered. Will Jack and Florence be left alone to live out the rest of their days in peace? Or do their children have other ideas
Hull 4 Heroes 80th VE Day Celebration
Princes Quay Shopping Centre, ground floor
May 8
FREE
From 11am-2pm, enjoy live music, delicious food and drink, and a thrilling raffle, all in a vibrant 1940s theme. Let’s come together to honour the brave souls who fought for our freedom.
Proceeds from this event go directly to our charity to support our veterans and their families.
Beer Festival 2025
Hull Minster
May 8-10
£6
Local breweries, local music, local food, local people. What more do you want and all in the setting of the stunning Hull Minster?
We can’t wait to share another year’s festival with you.
We have invited the best local breweries to each run their own bar. This is your chance to drink some of the best beer from the local area and beyond, speaking directly to the people that make it.
Classic Car Day
Streetlife Museum of Transport
May 24
FREE
Stroll through the Museums Quarter Garden to explore vintage and classic motor vehicles from the East Yorkshire Thoroughbred Car Club, find out the history of the vehicles and take photos of your favourites.
Free, drop-in.
THEATRE, FILM, TALKS AND MUSICALS
May 8
The Phantoms starring Lee Mead
Hull New Theatre
In this spellbinding night of music celebrating the most beloved musicals of all time, The Phantoms take us on a magical journey through iconic shows such as Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, West Side Story, Jesus Christ Superstar, Joseph, and of course, The Phantom of the Opera.
May 13
The Flood
Hull Truck Theatre
On Boxing Day 2015, the small Yorkshire town of Hebden Bridge experienced the worst floods in century. The Flood is a love letter to a town that refused to give in to the volatility of nature.
May 20
Amy Johnson: Last Flight Out
Middleton Hall
In this show, we meet Amy in a world of memories, desires, wishes, and ambitions and as we find out about her life, we start to see how the pieces fit, and the tools Amy used to engineer her dreams to reality.
May 21
The Mental Health Conference 2025
Middleton Hall
Join us for the inaugural Mental Health Conference in Hull, a groundbreaking event designed to ignite meaningful conversations, foster collaboration and break down the stigma surrounding mental health.
May 29
Aljaz & Janette – A night to Remember
Connexin Live
A Night to Remember is the brand-new show from Strictly favourites Alijaz & Janette! It will be a night of unforgettable dancing, great music, and plenty of laughter.
Big Strong Man
Hull Truck Theatre
A hilarious and powerful show that explores Northern masculinity and society through interactive cabaret.
May 30
Menopause The Musical 2
Hull New Theatre
In this hilarious sequel to our sell-out hit Menopause the Musical, we fast forward five years to catch up with the same four characters for tales of their lives, loves and losses as they set off on the high seas.
MUSIC
May 3
A Maritime Evening
Danish Church, Osborne Street
Join us for a special evening of maritime folk music celebrating Hull’s seafaring heritage.
Ocean Colour Scene
Connexin Live
Frontman Simon Fowler, guitarist Steve Cradock and drummer Oscar Harrison will perform their biggest hits and anthems, including The Riverboat Song, The Circle, Traveller’s Tune, Hundred Mile High City and The Day We Caught the Train on the tour.
May 6
Astrid Williamson
Wrecking Ball Arts Centre
Shetland born singer-songwriter Astrid Williamson returns with her tenth studio album.
May 9
Creedence Clearwater Revived
Wrecking Ball Arts Centre
Performing a set list dedicated to the legendary CCR & John Fogerty including all the classics.
Spear of Destiny
Polar Bear Music Club
Spear of Destiny is a British rock band, formed in London in 1982 by lead vocalist, guitarist and principal songwriter Kirk Brandon and bassist Stan Stammers.
May 10
Hull Philharmonic Orchestra – The Malcolm Ruddiforth Concert
Hull City Hall
Malcolm Ruddiforth was a long-time supporter of the Hull Philharmonic and this concert is to celebrate his generous bequest to the orchestra.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Connexin Live
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups.
May 11
Land of Hope & Glory
Hull City Hall
This patriotic and nostalgic afternoon is filled with marvellous and memorable songs, including a rousing selection from Last Night of The Proms, Old Time Sing-alongs, Great British Show Tunes and ever popular favourites from the 40s, 50s, and 60s.
May 17
Thunder Hammer – Monsters of Rock
O’Riley’s
Back by popular demand Thunder Hammer presents their Monsters of Rock Live UK tour.
May 24
Take That & Olly Murs Tribute Night
DoubleTree by Hilton Hull
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience. Whether you’re a Take That superfan, an Olly Murs enthusiast, or simply love great music and great company, this is a night you’ll never forget!
COMEDY
May 16
Chris McCausland
Hull City Hall
You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You, The Royal Variety, QI, Blankety Blank, The Last Leg, and lots more as well.
May 28
Rich Hall: Chin Music
Hull Truck Theatre
If you’ve never seen him, you need to hustle down to your local venue and grab a seat because he never disappoints.
May 30
LOL Comedy Club
Hull City Hall
Each show has four brilliant comedians!
SPORT
May 7
An Evening with Phil Taylor
Hull City Hall
Come and join 16-time world darts champion Phil Taylor, nicknamed ‘The Power’, for an unforgettable evening of darts and chat.
May 15
An Evening with Steve Bruce
Hull City Hall
Join us for an evening with the former Hull City manager Steve Bruce. The ex-Tigers boss and Manchester United icon returns to Hull for one night only.
May 23
Megaslam Wrestling: Rumble Spectacular
Middleton Hall
Rumble Spectacular will descend on the Middleton Hall featuring all your favourite Team Nasty and Team Megaslam superstars.
FESTIVALS AND MARKETS
May 4
STAR – Con episode 2
DoubleTree by Hilton Hull
Meet some of your favourite characters, capture unforgettable moments with exciting photo opportunities, and meet the guests from TV and film.
Classic & Vintage Car Show
Burton Constable Hall
Join us for a spectacular day celebrating automotive history in the stunning parkland of Burton Constable Hall.
May 5
VE Day Celebration Party
Burton Constable Hall
Join us at Burton Constable Hall as we step back in time to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
May 24
Craft and Flea Market
Hull Minster
Craft & Flea is a collection of independent makers, collectors, designers and creatives all under one roof.
May 31
Comic Con Mania Hull 2025
Connexin Live
The event will feature a cosplay competition and masquerade, retro and current gaming, a selection of our favourite traders and plenty of awesome set builds and prop builds from a range of TV shows and films that you all know and love.
EXHIBITIONS & TOURS
May 1, 4, 8 & 15
Guided Tour of the Ferens Art Gallery
Ferens Art Gallery
Explore the city’s art collection.
May 1, 2, 3, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30 & 31
Hull Minster Tower Tours
Hull Minster
See a panoramic view of Hull from the highest point in the city with public access.
May 1, 3, 4, 8, 10, 11, 15, 17, 18, 22, 24, 25, 29 & 31
Maritime City Guided Tours
Hull and East Riding Museum Gardens
Explore Hull’s rich maritime history with a guided tour of city centre.
May 22, 25
Guided Tour of Wilberforce House Museum
Wilberforce House Museum
Step inside Hull’s oldest museum on a guided tour of Wilberforce House Museum.
May 1, 11, 20 & 27
Guided Tour of the Hull & East Riding Museum of Archaeology
Hull & East Riding Museum
Time travel with our guides through 235 million years of history!
May 3
Pearson Park Guided Walks – Bird Walk
Pearson Park
Walks are led by Richard Clarke, landscape historian.
May 6, 13, 18 & 29
Guided Tour of the Streetlife Museum of Transport
Streelife Museum
All aboard for a guided tour of the Streetlife Museum!
May 10
Guided History & Tree Walks – East Park
East Park
Walks are led by Richard Clarke, landscape historian.
May 19
Hull Trinity House Tours
Hull Trinity House
Long regarded as one of Hull’s best kept secrets, Hull Trinity House is opening its doors to the public.
Until May 5
Sirens, Women and the Sea
Ferens Art Gallery
Featuring works from Tate, Leeds Art Gallery, the De Morgan Collection, Royal Academy and Cartwright Hall.
Sirens: Out of The Blue
Ferens Art Gallery
Future Ferens group responds to the Sirens exhibition, with their own artistic exploration
Until May 18
In Therapy with North Sea, Solmaz Farhang
Humber Street Gallery
This exhibition delves into these pressing questions through witty and participatory multimedia installations.
Until June 29
Czesc Hull, to my! / Hi Hull, it’s us!
Streetlife Museum of Transport
This exhibition is a celebration of the Polish community within Hull.
Top events coming next month
June 1
Good Things Market 2025
Queen Street
June 3-7
SIX The Musical
Hull New Theatre
June 3-4
Greg Davies
Connexin Live
June 6
China Crisis
The Welly Club
June 6-August 17
Hair Exhibition
Ferens Art Gallery
June 7
Something About Lennon
Hull Truck Theatre
June 12
Hull XL Comedy Club
Hull Truck Theatre
June 13
A Brief History of Drag
Hull Truck Theatre
The Magic of Manilow
Jubilee Central Hull
June 14
Soapbox Derby 2025
Humber Bridge
Tim Minchin – Songs the World Will Never Hear
Connexin Live
The Word Is Terry Christian
Social
Family Open Day Tour
Hull Truck Theatre
June 21
Paul Smith
Connexin Live
June 29
Paw Patrol Live
Connexin Live
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