18 Sep 2025 - 28 Jan 2026
OUR TURN
Bold, experimental and authentically Bradford, explore a brand-new visual arts festival coming to Bradford.
We’ll be TURNing up and TURNing out the best of Bradford’s visual arts scene, in the first Bradford Visual Arts Festival.
Taking place across the district, OUR TURN is shining a spotlight on art that is made and created in Bradford. Explore an exciting programme of events, exhibitions, workshops, learning opportunities and more.
As the host of the Turner Prize 2025, Bradford is in the spotlight of the world’s visual arts community. Join us in celebrating Bradford’s thriving visual arts scene and homegrown talent.
Practice Bradford
18 September – 19 October
Loading Bay
A group exhibition showcasing new artwork from four exciting emerging Bradford artists.
This exhibition will launch the OUR TURN festival with an opening event on Wednesday 17 September.
Our Past, Present and Future
10 October – 1 February
South Square Centre, Thornton
A fascinating exploration of the past, present and future of Bradford’s radical art scene.
Bradford Art Show
6 – 21 December
Loading Bay
A dynamic exhibition of artwork from artists across Bradford responding to the theme of Our Place.
Bradford Print Collection
A special collection of artwork representing the vibrant printmaking sector in Bradford. On display and sale at various locations and online throughout the festival programme.
Artists' Showcase
Newly commissioned artwork from 14 exciting local artists. Displayed throughout the festival at various venues and unusual spaces across Bradford.
Our Partners
OUR TURN is designed and led by artists and delivered by South Square Centre in collaboration with Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture, Yorkshire Contemporary and Bradford Producing Hub. The festival is supported by Arts Council England, Yorkshire Visual Arts Network and commissioned by Bradford 2025.
Find out more
Visit the South Square Arts Centre website to learn more about OUR TURN and find out how you can get involved.