July is finally here and summer is in full swing, bringing warmer weather and a packed calendar of events in Hull. Whether you're planning a family day out, looking for live music, festivals, food events or theatre shows, there's plenty happening throughout the city this summer.

To help you make the most of your visit, we've rounded up 10 of the best events taking place in Hull this July.

10. Hull Folk and Maritime Festival - 4th & 5th July

A weekend of live folk, roots and maritime music, singarounds, storytelling and community spirit, all set against Hull's historic waterfront. 

Where: Social, Hull
Price: FREE

 

9. Operation Mincemeat - 6th to 11th July

The Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical comes to Hull. Based on an unbelievable true story, this fast-paced, hilarious musical follows the daring secret mission involving a stolen corpse that helped change the course of World War II.

Where: Hull New Theatre, Hull
Price: Tickets from £25.00

 

8. Outside Farmers Market - 10th July

This farmers markets returns to the city centre, bringing a fantastic selection of independent traders to Trinity Square. Also enjoy some family entertainment throughout the day. 

Where: Trinity Square, Hull
Price: FREE

 

7. The Addams Family - 16th to 18th July

This kooky amateur production of The Addams Family musical has come to Hull Truck Theatre. When Wednesday Addams falls for a charming young man from a respectable family, Gomez is forced to keep a secret from Morticia. Chaos unfolds as the two families come together for one unforgettable dinner.

Where: Hull Truck Theatre, Hull
Price: Tickets from £12.50

 

6. Fresh Ink Festival - 18th to 19th July

Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival is an annual theatre festival supporting writers with a meaningful connection to Hull to create and develop new plays in the city. Located at Fruit Market. Price is from Free.

Where: Fruit Market, Hull.
Price: Tickets from £0

 

5. Lord of the Dance - 22nd to 25th July

Lord of the Dance, the global phenomenon that redefined Irish dance, is set to return to Hull in 2026 to celebrate its 30th Anniversary with an extraordinary new tour. This milestone event promises to be a grand celebration of the production's legacy, captivating over 60 million fans in 60 countries since its debut in 1996.

Where: Hull New Theatre, Hull
Price: Tickets from £33.00

 

4. Pride in Hull - 25th July

The region's biggest LGBT+ Pride celebration returns for 2026 to celebrate its 25th Anniversary. With locations all around the city centre and a parade that starts at 11am, Hull will be blazing rainbows across the city and you are all welcome. Located around Hull city centre. Price is free.

Where: Various locations, Hull
Price: FREE

 

3. The Hull Record Fair - 25th July

Now in its 15th year, the Hull Record Fair brings together dealers from across the UK, selling new and used vinyl records, CDs, tapes, and more, and is one of the most popular Record Fairs in the UK. Located at Social. Price is free

Where: Social, Hull
Price: FREE

 

2. Blippi: Be Like Blippi Tour - 25th July

Blippi is once again coming to Hull! Join Blippi and Meekah for a fun-filled live stage adventure packed with music, dancing and audience interaction. Located at Connexin Live. Price is from £28.75

Where: Connexin Live, Hull
Price: Tickets from £28.75

 

1. Medieval Day - 25th July

Medieval Day returns to Hull Minster, Immerse yourself in the city's Medieval past with a plethora of history soaked activities for all ages. Located at Hull Minster. Price is free.

Where: Hull Minster, Hull
Price: FREE