Bringing Communities Together
Walsall Arena & Arts Centre will host musician Steve Cradock on Friday 23 April 2027, as part of the additional dates added to his Travellers Tunes solo tour. Steve Cradock. Cradock, a founding member of Ocean Colour Scene (OCS), has expanded the tour due to popular demand. The 2027 schedule […]
Walsall Council is delighted to announce the opening of Ten.8 afterimage, a major new exhibition at The New Art Gallery Walsall, produced in partnership with International Curators Forum (ICF), running from 1st May to 13th September 2026. Admission to this compelling and thought-provoking show is free for all visitors. Image: […]
Walsall will step back in time this April as the Laurel and Hardy Centenary Tour 2026 takes place on Thursday 23 April at Walsall Arena and Arts Centre, celebrating one hundred years of the most iconic comedy duo in history. Laurel and Hardy Centenary Tour will be presented by Neil […]
There’s plenty of activity taking place at Walsall’s Leather Museum and The New Art Gallery Walsall, this February Half Term. Have-A-Go Leathercraft Let your little ones’ creativity run wild with arts and crafts sessions to keep them occupied, with free and low-cost, affordable options for all. Half-term fun The New […]
Walsall town centre is set to enjoy a tree-mendous Christmas event this festive season. On Saturday 29 November 2025, the town center will be filled with Christmas cheer, bringing together a festive Makers’ Market with a host of independent local traders, free live performances of music and dance, creative workshops, a […]
Families across Walsall are invited to enjoy a spooktacular celebration at our Family Hubs this October – and it’s all completely free. Children aged 0–5 can take part in Halloween-themed arts and crafts, creepy sensory play, pumpkin decorating, and spooky story time from 27-30 October 2025. Book your space by […]
A new podcast that promotes the voices of Walsall residents has officially launched today, with Episode One now available to stream on Spotify and YouTube. The series, titled Walsall Voices, was first introduced at a pre-launch event during Freshers Week at Walsall College on Tuesday 23 September 2025, where students, […]
More than 500 families with children aged 5 and under across Walsall have taken part in summer activities thanks to a new council initiative. Launched for the first time this year, the Summer Adventure Passport was created to support early childhood development and provide free, fun and engaging challenges during […]
This September, Walsall MakerFest returns for a second year, bringing a celebration of creativity and innovation through collaboration to the heart of Walsall. Taking place on Saturday 13 September in venues across the town centre, the festival promises a full day of family-friendly entertainment, hands-on workshops, and creative inspiration for all ages. […]
A new dedicated infant play zone has been officially opened at Swannies Field, Blakenall. The new playground features a variety of equipment designed specifically for infants and junior children, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for kids of all ages. Improvements have also been made to the existing junior play […]
