It’s a jubilant week here in Hull, as free events celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee fill the weekend with activity. The Humber Platinum Jubilee Flotilla on Thursday is one of the most impressive events, a flotilla of 70 boats gathering on the River Humber for the Beacon lighting at 9.45 pm. Smaller events fill the weekend out, with activities, workshops, exhibits, performances and more, so get out and enjoy the Jubilee festivities!
Jubilee Event: Humber Platinum Jubilee Flotilla
Thursday 2 Jun 2022 @ Hull Marina
There will be a flotilla of 70 boats on the River Humber forming up at various points, culminating at Hessle at 7.30 pm, they will then sail back along the river (at approximately 9 pm), reaching the Marina at 9.30 pm, ready for the Beacon lighting at 9.45 pm.
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Jubilee Event: Fruit Market Street Party
Friday 3 Jun 2022 @ Humber Street
Humber Street (11 am – 4 pm) will become the home for some jubilant song and dance.
See creative performances from some of Hull’s great performers, including vintage songstress Ruth Getz, comedy duo Tamar and Jo, and performances by Kingston Swing, who will also be offering our public the chance to learn some steps themselves with pop-up dance classes.
For all the info, visit here.
Jubilee Event: Sense-O-Matic
Saturday 4 Jun 2022 @ Hull City Centre
Sense-O-Matic is a science-meets-Victoriana show based around a steampunk-inspired contraption! A show consisting of two plucky young aspiring scientists, Anne and Lottie and their walkabout, much-talked-about, splendorous, spectacular, scientific discovery machine!
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Jubilee Event: Choral Stage – Trinity Market
Saturday 4 Jun 2022 @ Trinity Market
Trinity Market will be filled with the soaring sound of feelgood harmonies, a Capellas and irresistible rhythms on Saturday 4 June as choirs and a drumming group perform across lunchtime. Pop in for a bite to eat, sit down and enjoy the free performances.
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Jubilee Event: Giant Chess Exhibition
Saturday 4 Jun 2022 @ Princes Quay Shopping Centre
The Hull & District Chess Association will be holding a come and try chess session for all to enjoy, a giant chess board will be available to have visible on the ground floor. There will be a simultaneous exhibition where an expert chess payer will also challenge up to 20 players playing them all at the same time. A mini-tournament will also take place.
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Jubilee Event: Live Music & Entertainment
Saturday 4 – Sunday 5 Jun 2022 @ Queen Victoria Square
Kings and queens of pop – young and old – will love this programme of singalong party bangers, classics and original tunes from some of Hull’s favourite solo artists, duos and singer-songwriters. Radio presenter Darren Lethem is on compering duty, introducing talented artists and entertainment to keep the party atmosphere going.
For all the info, visit here.
The Frenzy – Bottomless Brunch Party!
Saturday 4 June, 2pm – 8pm @ The Lexington, Doubletree by Hilton
If all the Jubilee celebrations aren’t quite cutting it for you, have a look at this Bottomless Brunch offering from The Frenzy.
Set in the super stylish rooftop bar – The Lexington – at the top of the Doubletree by Hilton hotel on Ferensway, for £45 you can expect unlimited prosecco and a two-course meal. Local DJs, DJ D Li and DJ Suzie Lau will be playing the very best in RnB, UK Rap and Hip Hop.
Jubilee Event: Fabulous Contraptions
Saturday 4 – Sunday 5 Jun 2022 @ Hull City Centre
They’re weird, they’re wonderful, and they’ve got plenty of wow factor. Keep your eyes peeled around Queen Victoria Square, Jameson Street, King Edward Street, Whitefriargate, Trinity Square, and the Museum Gardens for these fabulously funny street performers.
Fabulous Contraptions is a charming, innovative walkabout act featuring two intrepid time travellers… from the past!
For all the info, visit here.
Jubilee Event: Royal Crafts & Entertainment
Saturday 4 – Sunday 5 Jun 2022 @ Hull Museum Quarter
Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in the Museum Quarter with Royal arts and crafts, outdoor entertainment and afternoon teas on the lawn.
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Jubilee Event: Alice In Wonderland
Sunday 5 June 2022 @ Hull Museum Quarter
Follow Alice down the rabbit hole, as she encounters the Mad Hatter, the fuzzy White Rabbit, the mean Queen of Hearts and many more fantastic characters.
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Jubilee Event: Big Jubilee Lunch
Sunday 5 Jun 2022 @ Bad Wolf Gaming
Food and drinks are served, make your own crown, party games, and dress up as the Queen for a photo wearing a crown.
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