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  • April 2026

  • Tue 28
    Colourful fabric draped over large stone structures in a white room.
    January 30 - May 3

    Material Worlds: Contemporary Artists and Textiles

    Gallery 1 Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom   +1 more

    This exhibition is in partnership with Hayward Touring. Attenborough Arts Centre presents 'Material Worlds: Contemporary Artists and Textiles', an ambitious group exhibition exploring how artists are using textiles in surprising and radical ways. Illuminating the diverse roles textiles play in contemporary artistic practice, the exhibition brings together artists who take the intimate and domestic quality […]

    Free
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    Tue 28
    A pink box saying 'A Decade of' above a yellow box saying 'Exhibitions' on a dark green background.
    January 30 - May 3

    A Decade of Exhibitions

    Salmon Gallery Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    In 2016, Attenborough Arts Centre opened its new purpose-built galleries, creating a new home for contemporary art in Leicester. Since then we have welcomed thousands of visitors and hosted a diverse programme of exhibitions by local, national and international artists. Over the past decade, these spaces have become more than galleries — they are places […]

    Free
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    Tue 28
    A white gallery hallway with different colourful artworks on the wall in varying mediums.
    April 17 - May 31

    Sacred Threads: Stories We Almost Forgot

    Balcony Gallery Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    Sacred Threads: Stories We Almost Forgot is a reflective exhibition that brings together faith, art and mental health, emerging from a collaborative creative programme developed in partnership with The Lantern Initiative and Takhleeq Leicester. Rooted in community, the exhibition shares works created by participants who took part in a series of artist-led workshops exploring personal and collective stories through making. […]

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    Tue 28
    Students are shown drawing on easels in an art studio during a Life Drawing class.
    April 28 @ 08:00 - 17:00 View all in this series

    Weekly Life Drawing Classes

    Studio 4 Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    Weekly pay-as-you-go Life Drawing classes with artist and expert tutor Scott Bridgwood. Ideal for complete beginners or more experienced artists seeking a flexible opportunity to do some life drawing with experienced models and a professional tutor. No need to commit to a long course, simply book the dates you can make it and pay for […]

    £13.50 – £18
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    Tue 28
    Adventures-in-Art
    April 28 @ 10:00 - 12:00 View all in this series

    Adventures in Art

    Studio 4 Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    Adventures in Art is our weekly multi-disciplinary art workshop for adults. The sessions are usually in Studio 4 on the first floor, accessible via lift, stairs or external ramp. We have a variety of tutors who will deliver 3 or 4 weeks in a row, and then a different tutor will take over with a […]

    £7 – £11
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    Wed 29
    An inked 6-fold Islamic geometry drawn on paper, surrounded by drawing materials.
    April 29 @ 10:00 - 13:00

    Islamic Geometry for Beginners: Six-fold Mughal pattern from India

    Studio 3 Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    A practical introduction to Islamic geometry - use a ruler, compass and watercolour to create a unique piece to take home. Learn how to draw a historical pattern from Islamic traditions. This 3-hour workshop will teach you how to design, draw and colour a six-fold Mughal pattern from India. During the session, tutor Safira will […]

    £23 – £30
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    Thu 30
    A grey surface top with an assortment of pencils, books, journals, pens and coffees scattered around.
    April 30 @ 18:00 - 20:00 View all in this series

    Growing Your Poetic Voice: A course for writers with some experience of writing poetry

    Studio 1 Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    Focus each week on a specific subject, including writing for special events, nature writing, writing for publication and much more. This 10-week course is aimed at anyone who has some previous experience of writing poetry - either through a previous adult education class, a writing group, an on-line course, or self-taught independent practise. It would […]

    £12 – £16
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    Thu 30
    A monochromatic image of British pianist, Andrew McCormack performing
    April 30 @ 20:00 - 22:30

    Leicester Jazz House presents Andrew McCormack

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    British pianist and composer Andrew McCormack has built a diverse international career with many appearances at major festivals and concert halls all over the globe. He is perhaps best known internationally as a long term member of the Kyle Eastwood Band but also has numerous projects under his own name including trio, duo with Saxophonist […]

    £7 – £16
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  • May 2026

  • Fri 1
    David Attenborough in a blue jacket stood in front of a white cliff and sea-scene.
    May 1 @ 12:00 - 13:30 View all in this series

    Film Screening: Ocean with David Attenborough

    Main Hall Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    Celebrate 100 years of David Attenborough with a special screening of 'Ocean'. Join us as we honour one of the world’s most beloved storytellers and his lifelong dedication to the natural world. 'Ocean' is a breath taking and deeply moving journey beneath the waves, guided by Attenborough’s iconic narration. From vibrant coral reefs teeming with life […]

    Free
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    Sat 2
    A pair of hands creating with wire on a creative table.
    May 2 @ 13:00 - 15:00 View all in this series

    Saturday Gallery Art Club

    Salmon Gallery Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    Saturday Gallery Art Club is your opportunity to get creative, explore art hands-on, and take inspiration from our latest exhibitions to create your own work Open to everyone, each session is supported by our friendly Learning Team as they hold the space for you to work independently or with your friends and family. With all […]

    Free
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    Sun 3
    Sunday-Sessions
    May 3 @ 13:00 - 15:00 View all in this series

    Sunday Sessions

    Café Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    Join in fun and engaging creative activities in our café, that are open and available for all. Give yourself permission to get creative in a welcoming and engaging environment with old and new friends alike. Enjoy crafting, board games, chalkboard activities, and more with each week offering up new and exciting activities that everyone can […]

    Free
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    Tue 5
    Adventures-in-Art
    May 5 @ 10:00 - 12:00 View all in this series

    Adventures in Art

    Studio 4 Attenborough Arts Centre, Lancaster Road, Leicester, United Kingdom

    Adventures in Art is our weekly multi-disciplinary art workshop for adults. The sessions are usually in Studio 4 on the first floor, accessible via lift, stairs or external ramp. We have a variety of tutors who will deliver 3 or 4 weeks in a row, and then a different tutor will take over with a […]

    £7 – £11
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