Join us for an unmissable celebration of creativity, bringing together a diverse range of artists, collectors, art lovers and all who are simply curious about art.

Set in a welcoming environment, our fair showcases a stunning array of original artworks, including paintings and sculptures. Whether you’re on the hunt for a unique gift or treating yourself to something special, this is your chance to discover one-of-a-kind pieces that speak to you.

Meet emerging and established artists, explore their unique creations, and snap up exclusive pieces to add to your collections.

With interactive workshops, live demonstrations, and thought-provoking artworks, there’s something for everyone.

Join us for an inspiring and dynamic experience where art, culture, and community come together.

Each Art Fair will feature a variety of exciting activities, including:

• A display of original artworks
• Opportunities to network with other artists and art enthusiasts
• Portfolio surgeries
• Live demonstrations and hands-on workshops
• Guided tours of the Firstsite gallery to immerse yourself in our exhibitions

Entry is free, but you will need to purchase tickets to participate in the live demonstrations and workshops. If you would like to attend a Portfolio Surgery session you would also need to book a time-slot.

This is an event you won’t want to miss – immerse yourself in creativity and take home something truly special!

The line up – Sat 11 Jul 2026

The Art Of Upcycling: Reinvent Your Old Clothes – Sat, 11 Jul | 10:30am

Transform old clothing and accessories into expressive wearable art in this creative Artcycling workshop with textile artist Sue.

This workshop is suitable for ages 14+.

Watercolour Workshop – Sat, 11 Jul | 10:30am

Explore the materials, techniques and colour theory used to develop watercolour paintings and meet other watercolour lovers in this relaxed social session of “Water Worlds”.

During each workshop session a different subject will be provided for you to paint.

This workshop is suitable for ages 16+.

Gallery Tour – Godfried Donkor: It’s a Number Game – Sat, 11 Jul | 1pm

Visit our major exhibition, Godfried Donkor: It’s a Numbers Game, and enrich your experience with a guided Gallery Tour led by a Firstsite Visitor Assistant. These tours offer a fresh and engaging way to explore what’s on display, shaped by the individual perspective of each guide.

Each tour lasts approximately 30 minutes.

Life Drawing with Justine Moss – all levels – Sat, 11 Jul | 1:30pm

Gain confidence in drawing the figure, with these tutored sessions on some basic principles of life drawing. 

This workshop is suitable for ages 18+.

Window To The Soul: Immersive Virtual Gallery Experience – Sat, 11 Jul | 2pm

Join XRtist Hannah Aria for a unique immersive virtual gallery experience that builds a bridge between worlds.

The Window to the Soul immersive gallery is a virtual exhibition with international collaborators in regions of conflict, showcasing artwork, poetry and creative writing from women and girls from Afghanistan who are based both in the UK and Afghanistan.

How to prepare for a portfolio review

Artist and researcher Larain Briggs shares practical guidance on selecting and presenting work, reflecting on process, and approaching review as a space for dialogue and discovery.

How to get involved  

Artists, if you’re looking to expand your audience reach and take part in the next Firstsite Art Fair please get in touch and apply!

You will have the chance to network with other artists, showcase your work for free, make some sales and have your work reviewed by special guests (previous reviewers include SportsBanger, Sue Webster, and Frances Morris).

To apply, please fill up the form Application From

If you can’t make the next Art Fair, please still get in touch for future Art Fair dates.