Children’s Virtual Art Gallery
View children's artwork uploaded over the past 12 months
View children's artwork uploaded over the past 12 months
As in previous years we would like to offer artists and makers the opportunity to submit images of their work to be hosted on the Hailsham Festival Website where they will be supported by a social media campaign
Flock is a Multi-Generational Art Exhibition that celebrates the power of community & collaboration. Multi-disciplinary artwork created by artists from the age of 4 and up. Free public art exhibition with opportunities for members of the public to engage, interact and make art with artists as part of the exhibits on display.
Opening times - Tues & Weds 10am to 1pm and Thurs to Sat 10am to 4pm
Artists will be in residence at Gallery North during the exhibition - times to be confirmed.
To open this year’s Hailsham Festival, we’re bringing something rather special — and rather large — to the town centre.
Come along and meet Bumble the Brontosaurus, who will be roaming Hailsham High Street with his prehistoric chums for a joyful street celebration packed with family fun. There will be dinosaur walkabouts, magical surprises, music, and plenty of festival atmosphere as the High Street comes alive for the day.
The Virtual Art Gallery began life as a lockdown project in 2020. We decided to continue with it and you can see the work which local artists have uploaded here.
To open this year’s Hailsham Festival, we’re bringing something rather special — and rather large — to the town centre.
Come along and meet Bumble the Brontosaurus, who will be roaming Hailsham High Street with his prehistoric chums for a joyful street celebration packed with family fun. There will be dinosaur walkabouts, magical surprises, music, and plenty of festival atmosphere as the High Street comes alive for the day.
Our 3rd annual children’s art exhibition will be held at Gallery North this year, showcasing the work of more amazing young artists from across Hailsham and the surrounding villages.
Our Greedy Mughal Hunter is on the prowl. Watch as the cheeky and playful Gazelle manages to outwit him and escape!
Inspired by our dino-friends at the Festival Street Celebration, come and make Prehistoric themed arts and crafts at Gallery North - free family fun.
No booking required, but spaces will be limited. The Gallery will operate on a first-come-first-served basis.
“Still Crazy After All These Years” continues to resonate with new generations of listeners. Its exploration of middle-aged introspection and the complexities of modern relationships feels as relevant today as it did nearly five decades ago, proving that great songwriting transcends time and generational boundaries. The show features our favourite songs from this album plus music from both Simon and Garfunkel and Simon’s solo career.
Musical Instrument Making at Dippy Doodah's Community Cafe with Kate and Mel.
You will use the instruments you create at the Make Music event the following Sunday, September 13th
Children must be accompanied by an adult. £5 per child plus booking fee to include both sessions. Sponsored by Nic Gray Associates
Interactive gig for 5-10 year olds. Colourful outfits, multiple instruments, songs about fruits and vegetables and some blasts from the past for the parents...!
Join Demelza for their Mad Hatter's Tea Party Quiz. Demelza delivers extraordinary care to extraordinary children who are facing serious or life-limiting conditions, throughout Kent, South East London and East Sussex.
Create your favourite food inspired clay figures at BELLE'S POTTERY from air dry clay and paint & take home them the same afternoon. Tuition & guidance included.
Back by popular demand, the fabulously entertaining, knowledgeable and hilarious Tony Harris - but this time as everyone's favourite king...Henry VIII.
The history and origins of the Punch and Judy show together with anecdotes of Ray and Jacqui's journey through the world of entertainment and the situations they found themselves in. Ray was Eastbourne's Punch and Judy man performing on The Wish Tower Slopes in Eastbourne for 34 years until budget cuts stopped the show...
The talk is fully self contained complete with a visual display and interactive parts to the presentation. This talk is suitable for audiences of all ages and abilities.
A hands-on adult workshop exploring the art of cyanotype printing on fabric. Guided by an experienced tutor, you’ll use natural materials to create your own sun-printed design and then transform your piece into a personal and unique finished item in the second week. A fun and inspiring way to experiment with creativity, texture and design. Sponsored by Knockhatch Adventure Park.
A free informal hour or so of shared poetry, both profound and amusing. After a break, an "open mic" chance to share or listen. Light refreshments.
Paint & Sip is co-hosted by Claire Piper at Completed Studios and Rachel Nicol at Off The Line Vineyard. We aim to create the opportunity to allow people to unwind and relax with a glass of locally produced wine and explore their creative side! Guided by Claire who is visual artist, illustrator and facilitator the class is open to all levels of ability. The vineyard is the perfect spot to relax and paint.
Join us Thursday 10th September at St. Wilfrid's Hall, BN27 3JG for a thrilling Comedy Murder Mystery! Enjoy a Ploughman’s supper and our raffle. Tickets only £17.50!