Makey Wakey

A partnership between The Art House and The Ridings Shopping Centre. Working to bring creativity, culture, and opportunities to Wakefield.

Making a difference one space at a time.

Makey Wakey is back! Since 2019, our project has transformed empty spaces in The Ridings Shopping Centre into buzzing hubs for creativity, community and collaboration. Over the years, we’ve supported more than 100 organisations, from artists and charities to social enterprises. Giving them free space to test ideas, share their work, and connect with new audiences.

After a short pause, we’re excited to relaunch and open the doors once again. That means fresh opportunities for pop-ups, exhibitions, workshops, and all sorts of community-led projects to take root right in the heart of Wakefield.

Get Involved

If you’ve got an idea that needs space, whether it’s for a day, a week, or a season, we want to hear from you. Makey Wakey spaces are about trying ideas out, making things happen, and making our city centre thrive.

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Partnerships with meaning.

We’re passionate about developing projects and partnerships locally and nationally that make a difference and truly mean something to the people involved.

If you’re interested in getting involved, we’d love to hear from you

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