What’s On
Summer 2026
Join us for Attenborough Late
Friday 19 June, 6pm – 10pm
A fun-packed after-hours art experience the takes over our whole building. Our gallery and café will be buzzing with music, dance, performances and craft workshops all for no fee, with an array of food and drinks available for purchase. Full programme to be announced soon.
Featured events
Every Saturday during exhibitions, 1pm - 3pm
Your opportunity to get creative, explore art hands-on, and take inspiration from our latest exhibitions to create your own work. Open to everyone, each session is supported by our friendly Learning Team.
Fridays 26 June - 3 July, 10am - 4pm
A two-day workshop for artists and makers who want to gain tips and tricks to get the max from their social media.
Wednesday 1 July, 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Immerse yourself in an enchanting evening of Indian classical music that traces the enduring beauty of circles and cycles—echoing through rāg, rhythm, and resonance.
Recent news
5th June 2026
On the evening of Thursday 5 June, ‘Jason and the Adventure of 254’ launched in Gallery 1 and 2 at Attenborough Arts Centre, drawing in audiences to explore Jason Wilsher-Mills...
2nd June 2026
Join us for the return of Attenborough Late, a fun-packed after-hours art experience the takes over our whole building. Explore the galleries, get creative in hands-on sessions, experience live performances...
1st June 2026
Happy Pride Month! June is a vibrant and inclusive celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, reflecting on their history and achievements while understanding the ongoing struggles for equality. This month brings...
Art for all
Based at the University of Leicester, Attenborough Arts Centre runs a range of arts and culture initiatives for our students and delivers the institution’s public programmes together with a range of partners, collectively engaging over 250,000 people annually.
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