EVENT
2026 Young Artist Open Exhibition
Ferens Art Gallery | Kingston upon Hull
🖼️Exhibitions & Displays
Event Details
Date
Fri 16 Oct '26 – Sun 10 Jan '27
Location
Ferens Art GalleryType
Indoor
Prices
Free entry
About this event
The 2026 Young Artist Open Exhibition is part of the programme at Ferens Art Gallery in Hull. Held annually since 2003, it celebrates the creative talent of young people in Hull and the surrounding area, with work submitted by individuals, schools and community groups aged 15 and under.
What to expect:
- Friday 16 October 2026 to Sunday 10 January 2027
- Free, drop-in - no ticket and no booking
- A huge variety of work: paintings, drawings, pastels, collage and prints
- Prizes in three age categories, sponsored by the Friends of the Ferens and the Arts Society
- Gallery open Monday to Saturday 10am-4.30pm and Sunday 11am-4pm; last admission 30 minutes before closing
- Closed 24-28 December and 1 January
- Explore Art, a free gallery for 0-5s with interactive displays, toys and a drawing corner, is in the same building
- Family-friendly café with a Little Artists Menu; the café closes an hour before the gallery
More Details
Booking
Walk-in
Arrival
Anytime
Parent Must Stay
Yes, required
Pricing
Free entry
Location
Get directionsExplore 700 years of world-class art spanning medieval paintings to contemporary works in one of the UK's finest collections.
What this place offers
ToiletsBaby changingFoodPushchair friendlyAccessible🐕 Dog-friendly
Last updated: 7 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions about 2026 Young Artist Open Exhibition
Is 2026 Young Artist Open Exhibition free to attend?
Yes, 2026 Young Artist Open Exhibition is free to attend.
When does 2026 Young Artist Open Exhibition take place?
2026 Young Artist Open Exhibition runs from Friday, 16 October 2026 to Sunday, 10 January 2027.
Where is 2026 Young Artist Open Exhibition held?
2026 Young Artist Open Exhibition is held at Ferens Art Gallery in Kingston upon Hull.
Is 2026 Young Artist Open Exhibition indoor or outdoor?
2026 Young Artist Open Exhibition is held indoors, so it's a great option whatever the weather.
