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Extraordinary Portraits with Bill Bailey

1 May - 26 Jul

Breathtaking portraits – incredible personal stories. The exhibition returns to Loading Bay in May.

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A detailed view of the Tower of Now sculpture, against a blue sky.

FREE

On display now

Tower of Now

Saad Qureshi

This soaring sculpture explores what it means to be British – and celebrates Bradford’s dazzling diversity.

Bill Bailey stands in the centre of this image, with a group of six artists behind him standing in a line. He wears a blue suit and t shirt, and the artists variously wear casual clothes and painting aprons.

FREE Part of Loading Bay

1 May - 26 Jul 2026

Extraordinary Portraits with Bill Bailey

Breathtaking portraits – incredible personal stories.

A woman with a full sleeve of tattoos paints on a small easel.

Part of Loading Bay

21 May 2026

Sip & Paint: Extraordinary Portraits

Get inspired by Extraordinary Portraits and enjoy an evening of painting, for ages 16-30.

An Illuminated image of The Ramadan Pavilion, which is an arched structure that's positioned in Centenary Square. The floor is wet, so the lights are reflective on the floor.

FREE

From the end of May 2026

Infinite Light

Zarah Hussain & Fatima Mejbil

A place for reflection, gathering, and cultural celebration.

Part of Loading Bay

11 Jun 2026

Pottery & Sip: Extraordinary Portraits

Get hands on with clay in this interactive workshop for ages 16-30, inspired by Extraordinary Portraits.

Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman

Part of Loading Bay

21 Jun 2026

Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman

This multi award-winning folk music couple are heading to Loading Bay.

Performer Velma Celli is open mouthed, with glam drag make up and green hair.

Part of Loading Bay

27 Jun 2026

Velma Celli’s A Brief History of Drag

An electrifying five star cabaret comprising a collective mix of the music that we all know and love.

A comedian stands holding a microphone.

Part of Loading Bay

18 Jul 2026

Loaded Laughs – Edinburgh Previews

Fresh ideas, new jokes, and full shows taking shape at Loading Bay.

BD: Walls

BD: Walls is an ambitious exhibition with a difference: the gallery is Bradford District itself.

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Vibrant mural spelling out 'Breathe' in several fonts, sizes and colours. Members of the public walking by.

Part of BD: Walls

On display now

Breathe Breathe Breathe

Ricky Also in collaboration with Zayn Malik

Zayn Malik's lyrics make up this bold typographic artwork in Bradford City Centre, part of BD: Walls.

Part of BD: Walls

On display now

Wayfinders

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This striking mural is a stark consideration of our connection to the natural environment and the ways in which we navigate physical and emotional spaces.

Part of BD: Walls

On display now

Mills to the Hills

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The Broadway is the home for a stunning public artwork created especially for Bradford 2025.

FREE Part of BD: Walls

On display now

Come On In My Friend

Jemima Spence

New striking street art inspired by the people of Buttershaw.

FREE Part of BD: Walls

On display now

RAVO

Alastair Flindall

Street art that celebrates the energy and joy of the Ravenscliffe community.

It's On In Bradford

Explore even more arts and culture with It's On In Bradford, your ultimate guide to what's on across Bradford District.