What's On

Andrew Cranston in Conversation Andrew Cranston will be in-conversation with Laura Smith, Director of Collection and Exhibitions at The Hepworth Wakefield.

Gain a unique insight into the What made you stop here? exhibition at The Hepworth Wakefield and learn about Cranston’s working process and influences. The talk will be followed by an audience Q&A. Dates: Sat 02 Booking and More Information

Creative Careers Day Inspire your students to see the possibilities of a career in the creative industries.

During the day students will have the opportunity to meet professionals, learn about the range of careers in the arts and discover skills relevant for creative careers.

This day has been designed to support schools in Gatsby benchmarks 2, 4, 5 and 6.

Booking required / Max. 15 students per school

FREE (Cancellation fees apply) Dates: Tue 19 Booking and More Information

Highlight Tours Highlight tour is a free gallery tour at 11:15 am on every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Highlight tours are a great starting point for your visit to the Hepworth if you are a first-time visitor. Tours last approx. 30 minutes and involve an introduction to the temporary exhibitions and the Barbara Hepworth collection. Book for free when you buy admission tickets or simply register at the welcome desk on the day of your visit.
Dates: Sat 02, Sun 03, Wed 06, Sat 09, Sun 10, Wed 13, Sat 16, Sun 17, Wed 20, Sat 23, Sun 24, Wed 27, Sat 30, Sun 31 Booking and More Information

Mothers Day Afternoon Tea Treat a loved one to Mother's Day Afternoon Tea at The Hepworth Wakefield with complimentary entry to our exhibitions
Enjoy a selection of homemade savoury and sweet treats with a glass of alcohol-free elderflower fizz or Prosecco on arrival. Dates: Sun 10 Booking and More Information

Opening Party - Members Booking Private view to celebrate our latest exhibition opening. This for membership holders and patrons. Please login into your account and this event will become bookable for you. If you would like to become a member please click on the 'support us' section at the top of the page. Dates: Fri 15 Booking and More Information

Print Fair 2024 Our popular Print Fair returns on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 March 2024.

The fair will host around 60 stalls, featuring a wide variety of artists, collectives and galleries in a range of table top stalls and booths.

You can also buy reduced Exhibition Admission for the weekend on this event page too. Dates: Sat 16, Sun 17 Booking and More Information

Talking Plants at The Hepworth Wakefield Gardening in a Changing World: Plants, People and the Climate Crisis.

Darryl Moore In Conversation in conversation with our Cultural Gardener Katy Merrington and Garden Designer Will Tomson.

Gardening in a Changing World: Plants ,People and the Climate Crisis explores recent developments in planting design, horticulture, ecology and plant science. It addresses our relationship with plants and gardens, looking at the ways we can begin to appreciate and work together with plants in facing the challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss.

Dates: Sun 03 Booking and More Information

Toddler Tuesday Enjoy a playful morning with your little ones and join specialist early years artists to explore The Hepworth Wakefield.

Discover artworks, architecture and the changing seasons through play, singing, movement, drawing and sensory activities.

Explore sculptures, prints and drawings in the galleries through creative activities, then return to the learning studios to play and make with your child. Dates: Tue 05 Booking and More Information