St Stephen's Shopping Centre brings live music to the city centre every Thursday evening with its Alive After Five series. Local and regional artists perform in the mall's central atrium — free entry, no booking required.
The UK's biggest free urban music festival, set across multiple stages and venues in Hull's Fruit Market district. Over 100 acts performing across one weekend, showcasing the best of emerging and independent music. Entirely free and family-friendly during the day.
The Minerva's weekly Sunday afternoon session features local musicians playing acoustic sets in the bar from 3pm. This week: folk and blues from Hull-based duo Tidal Roots, with an open mic slot from 5pm. Free entry, real ales on tap, and the best Humber view in the city from the terrace.
Hull Jazz Festival returns with a packed programme of gigs across the city's bars, galleries and outdoor spaces. From mainstream jazz to experimental and soul, the festival showcases international touring acts alongside the best of the local scene. Most events are free.