The Holburne has been working with MA Fine Art students on a live brief to 'Play the Museum' - this will be the opening night of a 2 week pop-up exhibition of innovative and thought-provoking responses to our 18th century collection - discover film, live performance, fascinating tours and creative activities - all free!
Join us on the back lawn of the Holburne Museum for an exciting gathering of music and performance delights. It's an afternoon of vibrant tunes and family fun, guaranteed to captivate all who wander through the garden. SparkFest promises an exhilarating afternoon of free music and entertainment set amidst Bath's historic pleasure gardens, so grab...
A Citywide Celebration of LGBTQ+ Arts, Culture & Heritage The rich tapestry of LGBTQ+ lives, stories and creativity in Bath will be celebrated during five weeks of activity in a citywide campaign — the first of its kind — as iconic venues and cultural institutions join forces for Queer Bath 2025. Running from 26 May...
Relax and unwind with us as we ‘go slow’. An evening of chilled music, inspiring creativity and therapeutic treats (fancy a Sound Bath?) including a free clothed life drawing session in the galleries and the opportunity to buy unique, limited edition designs by young designers from Bath Spa University. ‘Up Lates’ are on the...
An immersive two day celebration curated by industry professionals, offering attendees a unique experience to observe the British Fashion Industry up close. Click here for programme details and booking
Sunday 8 June Second Sunday of the month 2- 4pm | £12.50 per ticket (price includes free museum entry to collection and exhibitions) Cost: £12.50 Concession: £7 - Art Fund, NUS Card (Full time student), 18-25 yr olds Pathways to Wellbeing participants: £5 Art for All! 28 places available Fast paced and fun, Bath Portrait...
As part of Queer Bath, FilmBath and the Holburne Museum present a special screening of Derek Jarman’s Sebastiane—a visually arresting and profoundly poetic reimagining of the life of St Sebastian. Jarman’s Sebastiane (1976) was groundbreaking in its open and unapologetic depiction of homoeroticism, marking one of the first positive cinematic representations of gay sexuality. Told...
The Holburne’s Young adults The Holburne Future Collective return to produce a FREE inclusive creative evening. As founding members of Queer Bath, The Future Collective present: FREE drop in creative workshops Emerging Queer Artist Panel Discussion FREE access to our collection and exhibitions Queer Holburne trail. Delve deeper into our collection and experience a new...
Back after its huge success last year, join the Holburne as it celebrates PRIDE in style. Hosted by the fabulous duo Cynthia and Spank, dance the night away and be dazzled by performances from Drag Artists throughout the evening. You can expect fun, laughter, drinks, dancing and a safe, inclusive space for everyone. Keep an...
By William Shakespeare Adapted by Matthew Emeny and Ed Viney Music by Samuel Freeman As the warm summer breeze flows, immerse yourself in Shakespeare’s timeless tale of love and fate. Romeo and Juliet unfolds in a world of passion, rivalry, and destiny, where two star-crossed lovers defy their feuding families in pursuit of true love....
By Frances Hodgson Burnett Adapted by Eloise Hare and Peter Bottley Produced in association with The Plandits Join Mary, Colin and Dickon as they tell you the story of their favourite place in the world - The Secret Garden. A brand new re-imagining of the classic Frances Hodgson Burnett book brought to you by The...
Sunday 13 July Second Sunday of the month 2- 4pm | £12.50 per ticket (price includes free museum entry to collection and exhibitions) Cost: £12.50 Concession: £7 - Art Fund, NUS Card (Full time student), 18-25 yr olds Pathways to Wellbeing participants: £5 Art for All! 28 places available Fast paced and fun, Bath...
