What's on

List of Events

  1. A group of people practicing yoga inside a gallery space. A yellow circular artwork on a wall and a row of plaster figures are in the background.

    Yoga and Sound Bath Relaxation: Bharti Kher

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    Join us for a yoga practice in the Underground Gallery, surrounded by the Bharti Kher: Alchemies exhibition.
  2. A family of two adults and a child, drawing together on a large piece of paper inside the gallery. Sculptures of colourful figures are in the background.

    Artful Saturdays: a creative family gathering

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    Join us to make, discover and play every month in the Underground Gallery.

  3. Little Wild Wood

    Discover Little Wild Wood – our natural creative play space, designed to inspire imaginations – somewhere for kids to connect to nature and sculpture at their level.
  4. Visitor inside Roger Hiorns Seizure, 2008, Courtesy Arts Council Collection at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

    Seizure Admission

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    In order to conserve the artwork and extend it's lifespan, access to Seizure is by pre-booked time slot only. Capacity is limited and we recommend booking prior to your visit to avoid disappointment. Admission to YSP is included in all Seizure tickets.
  5. A plate of meat with artfully arranged sauces and garnish.

    Harvest and Game at The Weston

    Celebrate the flavours of the wild with our specially curated seasonal and local game menu.
  6. Detail of a colourful bronze tree sculpture with eyes inside the leaves.

    Myths, Magic and Haunting Tales

    From 28 October
    Uncover eerie sculptures and spin a tale filled with magic and myth at our spine-tingling stopping points. Pick up a trail sheet from the Information Desk.
  7. A woman playing a musical bell while kneeling on a yoga mat. People lying on mats and an artwork of a large yellow spiral are in the background.

    Sound Bath: Bharti Kher

    Let go of the stresses of modern life and immerse yourself in a soothing sound bath session designed to rejuvenate your mind and body, surrounded by Bharti Kher's Alchemies exhibition.
  8. Two babies lying on a white surface while their carers make outlines of them using colourful circular bindi stickers.

    Sculpture Baby: Bharti Kher

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    Spend creative time with your baby and enjoy this sensory session inspired by the Bharti Kher exhibition in the Underground Gallery.
  9. Two people in the National Arts Education Archive looking at a poster and booklet on a table.

    YSP Friends: Hidden Gems - Behind the scenes with the NAEA

    Exclusively for YSP Patrons and Friends, take a behind the scenes tour of the The National Arts Education Archive (NAEA), meet the team and learn about our hidden treasures.
  10. A close up of a person's hands pulling bright pink ink across a silkscreen to create a print of leaves

    Teacher CPD: Techniques in Printing - Inspired by Nature

    Exclusively for Wakefield teachers, this hands-on interactive session will explore a range of printing techniques which can be replicated in the classroom. Funded by Wakefield Our Year 2024.
  11. A display of coloured mirrored discs, mounted at different heights from the ground

    Teacher CPD: Explorations in colour, sculpture and installation

    Educators across Wakefield are invited to a bright and joyful CPD session that offers innovative ways to teach students about colour.
  12. A boy taking a phone photograph of a brightly coloured mosaic Buddha figure.

    Sculpture Spy Activity

    There are around 100 outdoor sculptures to be discovered at YSP. How many will you spy today?
  13. A South Asian woman wearing black overalls, standing between figurative sculptures in her studio.

    Bharti Kher in conversation with Clare Lilley

    Join one of the world’s leading contemporary artists, Bharti Kher, in conversation with Yorkshire Sculpture Park’s Director, Clare Lilley.
  14. A plate of fish and vegetables

    Wild Feast

    Get ready for an unforgettable evening at The Weston Restaurant and enjoy our wild feast—a delicious five-course tasting menu that celebrates seasonal ingredients.
  15. A circular paper wreath surrounded by tools and ribbons.

    Paper Mistletoe Wreath Making Workshop

    Let your inner artist shine this yuletide season and create your own festive paper mistletoe wreath.
  16. Three red paper flowers

    Paper Christmas Flower Making Workshop

    Explore the world of paper flower making in our festive Paper Poinsettia Workshop.
  17. Two adults sitting cross legged on blankets with babies on their laps.

    BabyBeats at YSP

    BabyBeats is a class for you and your baby to enjoy baby massage, baby yoga, gentle exercise and sensory play in the inspiring Alchemies exhibition by Bharti Kher.
  18. A woman wearing a printed shirt with colourful rectangle pattern, sitting on stairs with a rainbow print wall behind her.

    Live from the artist's studio: Liz West in conversation with Alex Hodby (online)

    Join us online live from the studio of artist, Liz West, where she will be discussing her latest YSP exhibition, Our Colour Reflection with YSP’s Head of Programmes, Dr Alex Hodby.
  19. A table with brass musical instruments, glasses of sparking wine and lit candles.

    Yuletide Brass 2024

    Celebrate the festive season with an evening of food, drink and live brass band music, featuring Emley Brass Band.
  20. A flock of geese flying over a lake at sunset

    Sculpture and Nature Hunt

    Seek out sculptures and discover the beauty of nature at YSP.
  21. A porcelain bell ornament, painted to show a figure wearing a winter scarf

    Porcelain Bell Making Workshop

    Create a porcelain bell decoration with Sheffield based ceramic artist Becca Brown.

  22. Wild Connection: Elisabeth Frink Drawing Retreat

    Take precious, creative time for yourself and spend the day developing your drawing skills, inspired by the work of Elisabeth Frink.
  23. Glasses of champagne

    Christmas by Candlelight at The Weston

    This festive season, celebrate the spirit of Christmas in style and experience an evening of elegance and seasonal warmth at The Weston Restaurant.
  24. A large tree, enclosed by a circular dry stone wall

    Andy Goldsworthy Trail

    Andy Goldsworthy has created four permanent works in the landscape at YSP. Follow our three-mile circular trail and see if you can find them all.