The Hide Installation and Sculpture Showcase (THISS) presents artworks by artists from London, the South West and local young people in gardens on the edge of Minchinhampton Common, Stroud. This free exhibition is part of Stroud’s annual Site Festival, showcasing unique contemporary sculpture in a stunning rural location.
Saturday-Sunday 14-15 June and 21-22 June, 11am-5pm.
Artists talk, 3pm, Saturday 14 June
Location: The Hide Artist Retreat, Pinfarthings, Stroud, GL5 5JJ
Read MoreCraftival returns to New Brewery Arts for another year to celebrate all things craft with our community of makers, craftspeople, local charities, families and community groups.
The festival of craft will run in our gallery for seven weeks (29th May - 12th July) with each week having a different theme.
@newbreweryarts, Cirencester
Read MoreLearn to play Tabla with a professional tabla tutor in a friendly and supportive environment, no previous experience needed, beginners welcome!
Classes in Cheltenham & Gloucester will be starting weekly during term time from September 2025
Read MoreJames Zambra, Creative Director of Moomin Characters, said: “The shelter, comfort and security that the Moominhouse provides are all universal needs, as relevant today as they were 80 years ago when Tove Jansson penned the first Moomin story. We couldn’t think of a better partner with which to celebrate the importance of a warm welcome and a sense of belonging than Refugee Week.”
Refugee Week, 14-22 June - Most events are free, no booking required. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Gloucester Guildhall
Read MoreExplore the potential and pitfalls of artificial intelligence in this interactive workshop. Through a range of different lenses and with hands-on learning we’ll explore the practical, environmental, social and workplace impacts of adopting AI. Look at AI in the round and gain the experience and understanding to decide how you want to engage with this family of emerging technologies in your own practice.
Wednesday 18th June | 9:30am - 4:00pm // Cost: £250
Hawkwood Centre for Future Thinking
Read MoreHelp us create a joyful, inclusive celebration of community, diversity, and the 80th anniversary of the Moomins!
Friday 13th – Saturday 21st June 2024 No experience needed – full training provided!
Gloucester Docks, Gloucester Guildhall, Kings Square
Read MoreWatch a dancer transform into birds on the red list to an astonishing sound scape leaving you immersed in the world of our constant companions. Don’t miss this INCREDIBLE dance theatre performance.
THIS SUNDAY ONLY 11:30 am and 2pm
The Museum in the Park, Stroud
Read MoreTROPICAL JUICE : Spring Themed Art Show by Jussara Nazaré with collaborative art, live music, workshops and more 🪩 3 weeks of magical creative madness 🎨
📅 Opening Night: Friday, 9th May, 2025 | 6:00PM–9:00 PM (Free Entry)
🗓️ Exhibition Dates: 9th-25th May 2025 ⏰ Opening Times: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
📍160 on Barton Gallery, 162-166 Gloucester Picturedrome, Gloucester, GL1 4EU
Read MoreExperience the Philippines through food, music, and culture!
Sunday, 11 May, 12 to 5 pm
Kings Square, Gloucester
Read MoreGentle Netwalks for creative and wellbeing women in business. Join us in nature for meaningful conversation, inspiration and connection with like-minded women. Boost your wellbeing, share ideas and grow your business one step at a time.
Various dates in May 2025/£12.50 per walk/Booking essential
Across Gloucestershire
Read MoreOnline workshop - designed to give you all the info you need, to decide if a charity is the right thing for you or not.
>> When and where? Fri 6 June 10.30am (45 min session), online.
>> How much? You can join the workshop live, for free.
>> Where? - Online
Read MoreWe have three Hush Now workshops coming up in May as part of a project that gives a voice to the unmarried mothers who were stigmatised and hidden away in Mother & Baby Homes.
20th May 6-8pm: Writing workshop
21st May 6-8pm: Music workshop
22nd May 6-8pm: Embroidery workshop
Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham
Read MoreFine Lines Illustration and Animation Festival is a celebration of visual storytelling. Its a fun, playful and inspiring day where anyone can find out how animated shows or graphic novels get made, meet artists and discover new ideas.
Saturday May 10th from 11am to 5.30pm
University of Gloucestershire's Creative Campus, The Park, Cheltenham, GL50 2RH
Read MoreOver the past couple of years, many people have asked us about the way we work. At the same time, we’re keen to learn from others who are tackling similar challenges. So, we’re opening up a space for conversation—a chance to share ideas, experiences, and approaches to contemporary arts, cultural events, and even social change, both here in Gloucester and beyond.
Monday 19 May // 12pm – 1pm // Online (via zoom) // FREE
Read MoreWorking with the theme bio diversity and diversity of bodies, BODYSCAPE dancers Jemima Bennett, Rebecca Stapleford and Juliana Avila will invite workshop participants to explore improvisational movement techniques in response to the natural environment of National Trust Site Tinkley Gate.
Saturday 10 May 2025:
Workshop 1 Bone to Stone 10am-12pm
Workshop 2 Meadow Score 1pm-3pm
Tinkley Gate
Read MoreSmall group workshops led by Ukrainian craftsmen and women. A unique opportunity to try something new!
10 and 17 May, 2025
The Folk of Gloucester
Read MoreChildren's Easter holiday art club for fun, play and social time. For children up to 14 years old ish…
Weds 16th and Weds 23rd, 10am - 4 pm
Trinity Rooms, Stroud
Read MoreHop into our Easter EGGStravaganza. See you there!
12 to 3 pm, Saturday 19th April 2025
Eastgate Indoor Market, Gloucester
Read MoreWe invite you to a day of inspirational talks, creative discussions and collective thinking. A one day symposium investigating the powerful role art, creativity, culture can play in bringing about real and meaningful change to our communities across the Stroud district. All welcome!
Friday 11th April 10am - 4.30pm
Brunel Goods Shed, Stroud, GL5 3AP
Read MoreLove a bit of comedy? Well walk this way as Stroud Improv are preparing for our biggest improv comedy performance to date! Also…read on if you fancy joining!
April 11th at 7pm
Lansdown Hall, Stroud!
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