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Health Checks at WX

Every Wednesday
Start time:9:30am - End time: 3:30pm
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Stay healthy with free Health Checks at WX!

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Chair-Based Exercise

Every Wednesday
Start time: 10am - End time: 11am
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Sit, stretch and smile at our weekly chair-based exercise classes!

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Early Years Stay & Play

Every Friday (Term-Time Only)
Start time:9:30am - End time: 11:00am
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Pop in for a cuppa and meet other parents and carers while little ones enjoy our toys and games!

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Rodeo Night

Friday 27 November 2026
Start time:7pm - End time: 10pm
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Yeehaw, Rodeo nights are back for 2026  - pull on your cowboy boots and get ready to stomp!

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Boccia Social

Sunday 8 November 2026
Start time:10am - End time: 12pm
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Join Active Future for this inclusive sport social club.

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The Wall - Helen Thomas

From Tuesday 8 September
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The Wall is a changing display that celebrates creatives from across the Wakefield district. This Autumn we're welcoming artist Helen Thomas!

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Soul Shed: Music, Poetry, Comedy

Thursday 3 December 2026
Start time:7PM - End time: 10:30PM
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Soul Shed returns with another showcase of a variety of talent, both homegrown and nationally known. From poetry to music to comedy, there's something for everyone.

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The Big Bingo Social

Tuesday 10 November 2026
Start time:1PM - End time: 3PM
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Join us for the Big Bingo Social, a feel good get together with friendly faces, and plenty of chances to play.

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Family Rhubarb Textile Workshop

Family Rhubarb Textile Workshop

Saturday 7 November 2026
Start time:1PM - End time: 3PM
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Get creative together in this fun, hands-on family textile workshop celebrating one of Wakefield’s most famous exports: RHUBARB!

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Community Lantern Making Workshop

Community Lantern Making Workshop

Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 November 2026
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We're excited to invite you to be part of this year's Light Up Wakefield Lantern Parade! 

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Wakefield Youth Producers and Promoters - Open Mic Event

Sunday 8 November 2026
Start time:1PM - End time: 3PM
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Wakefield Youth Producers and Promoters invite you to an open mic event!

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Light Up Wakefield

Friday 13 - Saturday 14 November 2026
Start time:5PM - End time: 9PM
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Light Up Wakefield returns this winter, transforming the city into a spectacular celebration of light, creativity and nature!

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Light Up Wakefield - BSL Tours

Light Up Wakefield - BSL Tours

Friday 13 - Saturday 14 November 2026
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Sign up for a FREE BSL guided tour of Light Up Wakefield!

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SEND-Friendly Creative Session - Light Up Wakefield

SEND-Friendly Creative Session - Light Up Wakefield

Saturday 14 November 2026
Start time:1:30PM - End time: 3PM
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Join us for a free, relaxed and inclusive exploration of Kaleider's Twist and Shine as part of Light Up Wakefield!

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My Eco Baby CIC Christmas Festival

Sunday 15 November 2026
Start time:10AM - End time: 3PM
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After huge success in 2025, My Eco Baby CIC Christmas festival is back - with a bigger venue!

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Over 60s Rhubarb Textile Workshop

Over 60s Rhubarb Textile Workshop

Thursday 19 November 2026
Start time:1PM - End time: 3PM
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Get creative and connect with others in this relaxed, hands-on textile workshop for over 60s, celebrating one of Wakefield’s most famous exports: RHUBARB!

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Christmas kick off with The Chris & Hazel Big Time Party Band

Thursday 19 November 2026
Start time:7PM - End time: 9PM
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Get ready to kick off the festive season with a Christmas party sing-a-along

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KT's Rhythm and Blues Festival

Friday 20 November 2026
Start time:7PM - End time: 10:30PM
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Wakefield Music Collective present the opening night of their annual Blues Festival

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Forever Funky - Over 60s Festive Disco

Friday 4 December 2026
Start time:12:30PM - End time: 3:30PM
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Leave your slippers at the door… this is the Christmas daytime disco for over 60s who like to party!

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Christmas Crafts: Brusho Cards Drop In Workshop

Saturday 5 December 2026
Start time:11AM - End time: 3PM
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Join artist Chris Teal for a fun and colourful festive crafting session and make your own Christmas cards

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Record Fair

Sunday 6 December 2026
Start time:10AM - End time: 3PM
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New and used vinyl records and music memorabilia for all tastes and budgets

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Christmas Crafts: Clay Ornament Workshop

Tuesday 8 December 2026
Start time:1PM - End time: 3PM
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Join the Adult Education team for a hands-on creative workshop and make your own ornament!

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The Inclusive Disco

Wednesday 16 December 2026
Start time:10:30AM - End time: 12:30PM
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Get ready to dance at our Inclusive Christmas Disco with feel-good pop tunes, vibrant lights, and a friendly, supportive environment for all! Hosted by Sense and the Party People Project.

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Toddler Disco

Friday 27 November 2026
Start time:10AM - End time: 12PM
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The Toddler Disco is back! 

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Rhubarb Festival

Friday 19 - Sunday 21 February 2027
Start time:10AM - End time: 5PM
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Join us at the Rhubarb Festival to celebrate the city's most famous vegetable!

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