Arcade – The Arcade, Dewsbury https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:46:40 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/TheArcadeLogo-150x150.webp Arcade – The Arcade, Dewsbury https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org 32 32 June at the Arcade Pop-up! https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org/june-at-the-arcade-pop-up/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:46:40 +0000 https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org/?p=1207 Whether you’re eager to learn a new skill, connect with neighbours, or celebrate vibrant local culture, our June schedule at the Pop-Up is packed with fantastic highlights. It’s another big month as we count down to our grand opening, featuring everything from an Open Mic morning to a lively Caribbean Food Festival.

Check out the June schedule below:

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]]> Caribbean Street Food Festival https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org/caribbean-street-food-festival/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:19:02 +0000 https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org/?p=1200 The Caribbean Street Food Festival is Coming to Dewsbury

Get ready to escape to the tropics without leaving Yorkshire! We are bringing the vibrant flavours, sunshine sounds, and incredible energy of the Caribbean straight to Dewsbury.

Whether you’re a foodie looking for authentic island flavours or just searching for a fantastic family day out, this is the ultimate summer gathering.

What’s on Offer?

A mouth-watering selection of authentic Caribbean food stalls

Junior’s Famous Rum Cake! Don’t miss a slice of this crowd favourite

Refreshing Caribbean drinks and fruity mocktails

Feel-good Caribbean music

Entertainment for all ages and local craft stalls

Event Details

Saturday 27th June | 11am – 3pm

The Arcade Pop-Up, Princess of Wales Precinct

Free entry! No booking required, just turn up

]]> The Grand Finale Clothes Swap https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org/the-grand-finale-clothes-swap/ Tue, 19 May 2026 10:08:45 +0000 https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org/?p=1190 Join us for our last ever clothes swap at the pop-up shop before we prepare for our big move into the historic Dewsbury Arcade later this year! To celebrate how far we’ve come, we’re making this our biggest and best sustainable fashion event yet.

Event Details

🗓️ Date: Saturday 30th May

⏰ Time: 11am – 3pm

📍 Location: The Arcade Pop-Up, Princess of Wales Precinct, Dewsbury

What’s Happening

The Swap Challenge: Wear a favourite item you found at a previous swap to celebrate our journey!

Shop for £2: No items to trade? No problem. Browse the rails and buy items for just £2 each.

Bake Sale: Grab a delicious homemade cake while you shop.

Every penny raised goes directly to our Crowdfunder to help build the brand-new community event space inside the restored Dewsbury Arcade. Help us clear the rails and fund the future!

Free entry, just turn up on the day!

Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date!

]]> May at the Arcade Pop-up! https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org/may-at-the-arcade-pop-up/ Thu, 07 May 2026 15:09:07 +0000 https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org/?p=1170 Whether you’re eager to learn a new craft, connect with neighbours, or discover the latest on our Victorian restoration, our May schedule is packed with highlights, including our final Clothes Swap stock clearance and an exclusive Tenant Open Day for prospective businesses.

It’s a big month as we prepare for our move, so come along and get involved!

Check out the May schedule below:

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Find out more:

Please refer to the individual posters below for more details on each event. Alternatively, for more information or specific contact details, please email Mike Mawson at mike.mawson@arcade-dewsbury.org.

]]> Join our Giant Community Blanket Project https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org/join-our-giant-community-blanket-project/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:15:11 +0000 https://www.arcade-dewsbury.org/?p=1106 Dewsbury Needs Your Stitches!

Calling all knitters and crocheters! To celebrate International Knit in Public Day on 13th June 2026, we’re launching a massive community project and we need your help to make it happen.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner, we’re inviting you to contribute to our Giant Community Blanket. We are also looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us “yarn bomb” Dewsbury town centre with colourful creations!

How to get involved:

Knit or Crochet

We need 10cm x 10cm squares in any colour or pattern.

Hand your completed squares in by 30th May 2026 at: The Arcade Pop-Up OR Creative Craft Centre, Wesley Chambers, Union Street, Dewsbury, WF13 1AJ

Yarn Bombing

If you want to help us decorate the town, we’d love to hear from you.

Get in touch:

Email us at knitcroday26@gmail.com to register your interest or ask any questions.

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