What’s Happening?
For one day only, we are stopping the traffic to make way for some extra special guests. On Saturday 24 August, seven larger-than-life scarlet giraffes are travelling all the way from France to lead a performance through our city centre – and they’d love you to come and say hello!
When – Saturday 24 August
Time – 4-5 pm (1hr duration)
Where – Follow the performance through Bradford city centre. Keep an eye on our website as we will announce more details soon.
Find out more here
Everyone’s welcome at this FREE family-friendly event, giving you a taste of what’s to come from Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture.
© Marc Jennings / upintheeire.ie
Created by legendary French street theatre company Compagnie OFF, Les Girafes is visiting as part of our build-up to Bradford 2025. Compagnie OFF work meticulously to craft wonderfully chaotic street performances that combine circus performances and spectacle with opera. That’s not all! During their wondrous walkabout, our long-necked friends will also be introducing us to bumbling keepers, performers, musicians – and even an opera singer parading high above the streets.
Les Girafes is perfect for young people and families looking for something free, fun and engaging this bank holiday weekend.
© Marc Jennings / upintheeire.ie
How can I get involved?
Come and make some giraffes with us! Inspired by our larger than life guests we’re running workshops where you can make your own giraffes. In the weeks leading up to the event drop in at our free workshops at libraries across the Bradford district. Find out more here (page 5) as part of the Summer Reading Challenge.
© Marc Jennings / upintheeire.ie
What is Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture?
Bradford 2025 is your next UK City of Culture – and we’ve started the countdown to an electrifying year. As the excitement bubbles under the surface, we are preparing 2025 to explode with hundreds of shows, exhibitions and events – by and for everyone, with much of it completely free to see.
Sign up for our newsletter to keep up to date with all our future events and announcements. We can’t wait to see you there parading alongside Les Girafes and helping us carry the pride of Bradford.
© Marc Jennings / upintheeire.ie
Social Media and Links
Website – www.bradford2025.co.uk/girafes
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