The Glass Works are thrilled to bring back the Barnsley Garden Party on Saturday, 14th September, from 11 am to 4 pm. This vibrant festival will transform Barnsley town centre into a hub of creativity, with spectacular music, dance, circus acts, and family-friendly performances that promise to enchant visitors of all ages. Set in the lively Glass Works Square and the beautifully restored Barnsley Civic, this event is the perfect way to experience the very best of outdoor arts.
Prepare to be amazed as some of the UK’s leading street artists and performers take over The Glass Works. Highlights include WILD, an awe-inspiring dance, acrobatics, and circus performance that delves into our relationship with nature, and Look Mum, No Hands, a touching coming-of-age story told through physical theatre. Don’t miss Serving Sounds, a multi-sensory sound installation where you can feel the beat instead of sipping a drink, and make sure to stop by the Library @ the Lightbox for eco-crafts, face painting, and more family fun throughout the day.
To find out more about each of the performers at the Barnsley Garden Party, keep scrolling!
The Barnsley Garden Party is not just a celebration of the arts but also a significant moment for the town. It coincides with the grand reopening of Barnsley Civic’s iconic Eldon Street entrance, restored to its former glory after being closed for over two decades. Originally built in 1877, this historic entrance now stands as a symbol of Barnsley’s rich cultural heritage and continued commitment to the arts.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a day filled with creativity, history, and community spirit. The Barnsley Garden Party is part of the Without Walls network, which brings innovative outdoor arts to towns and cities across England. Join us and be part of a spectacular day that celebrates the best of Barnsley’s culture!
Outdoor Programme Includes:
- Wild by Motionhouse
- Look Mum, No Hands by Daryl & Co
- Bees! The Colony by Artizani
- Serving Sounds by The Working Boys Club
- Global Grooves
- Frumptarn Guggenband
- The Story Shell by Suzie Devey & Steve Messam
- Pulse of Barnsley by Radi8Arts
