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SUMMARY:The Whilers
DESCRIPTION:The Whilers are otherworldly creatures on a journey into the unknown. They use nonverbal sounds and language to communicate with one another and make new friends. They sing\, chatter\, and happily stay a while somewhere new. \nAir Giants’ is a Bristol-based team coming from diverse backgrounds with experience in theatre design\, software development and access and inclusion. Their work is centred around connection and companionship\, and their pneumatically-controlled robotic creations\, made using cutting-edge robotics research\, are emotionally expressive to better connect with audiences. \nOpening times:\n\n\nThursday 27th February: 2pm – 9pm \n\n\nFriday 28th February: 11am – 9pm  \n\n\nSaturday 1st March: 11am – 9pm \n\n\nSunday 2nd March: 11am – 8pm  \n\n\nMonday 3rd March: 12pm – 8pm  \n\n\nTuesday 4th March: 12pm – 8pm  \n\n\nWednesday 5th March: 12pm – 8pm
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/the-whilers/
LOCATION:Kings Square\, Gloucester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Activities,Community,Events,Exhibition/Show,Family
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SUMMARY:Bright Nights: The Whilers
DESCRIPTION:The Whilers is a new creation from Air Giants\, featuring three luminous\, larger-than-life creatures engaged in a mystical conversation.\nThese beings\, part sloth\, spirit\, and dragon\, illuminate the night sky\, enchanting audiences with their 3-metre-tall presence.\nTheir interactive\, emotive movements are powered by robotic air control and sensing technology. The Whilers’ non-verbal communication occasionally evolves into rhythmic\, performative songs\, offering a captivating spectacle for all.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/bright-nights-the-whilers-6/
LOCATION:Kings Square\, Gloucester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,Entertainment,Events,Family
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SUMMARY:Ghosts and Giggles Haunted Tours
DESCRIPTION:Held every Monday\, Wednesday and Saturday night at 8pm\, we go on a historical and paranormal tour of Gloucester. \nTaking in Westgate Street\, Southgate Street and Northgate Street\, we delve into the history and paranormal surrounding some of the historic buildings.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/ghosts-and-giggles-haunted-tours/2025-03-03/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Events,Talks/Educational,Tour
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SUMMARY:Bright Nights@ The Whilers
DESCRIPTION:The Whilers is a new creation from Air Giants\, featuring three luminous\, larger-than-life creatures engaged in a mystical conversation.\nThese beings\, part sloth\, spirit\, and dragon\, illuminate the night sky\, enchanting audiences with their 3-metre-tall presence.\nTheir interactive\, emotive movements are powered by robotic air control and sensing technology. The Whilers’ non-verbal communication occasionally evolves into rhythmic\, performative songs\, offering a captivating spectacle for all.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/bright-nights-the-whilers-2/
LOCATION:Kings Square\, Gloucester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Activities,Community,Entertainment,Family
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SUMMARY:Bright Nights: The Whilers
DESCRIPTION:The Whilers is a new creation from Air Giants\, featuring three luminous\, larger-than-life creatures engaged in a mystical conversation.\nThese beings\, part sloth\, spirit\, and dragon\, illuminate the night sky\, enchanting audiences with their 3-metre-tall presence.\nTheir interactive\, emotive movements are powered by robotic air control and sensing technology. The Whilers’ non-verbal communication occasionally evolves into rhythmic\, performative songs\, offering a captivating spectacle for all.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/bright-nights-the-whilers-7/
LOCATION:Kings Square\, Gloucester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Family
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CREATED:20240521T101739Z
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SUMMARY:Ghosts and Giggles Haunted Tours
DESCRIPTION:Held every Monday\, Wednesday and Saturday night at 8pm\, we go on a historical and paranormal tour of Gloucester. \nTaking in Westgate Street\, Southgate Street and Northgate Street\, we delve into the history and paranormal surrounding some of the historic buildings.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/ghosts-and-giggles-haunted-tours/2025-03-05/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Events,Talks/Educational,Tour
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SUMMARY:Isbourne Trio: International Women's Day Concert
DESCRIPTION:King’s School Gloucester is looking forward to welcoming back The Isbourne Trio who will be giving a concert in the Ivor Gurney Hall on Thursday 6th March at 7pm. They are joining with a number of our music students from Junior and Senior School to celebrate International Women’s Day – this will be a varied and eclectic programme from female composers.\n\n\n\nPlease join us for the concert at 7.00pm and drinks just before – no need to reserve tickets in advance. Our music pupils will have the opportunity to work with these wonderful musicians during the afternoon workshop too.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/isbourne-trio-international-womens-day-concert/
LOCATION:The King’s School\, Pitt Street\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 2BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibition/Show,Family,Music
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SUMMARY:Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Visit Gloucester Farmers Market with stalls of local goodies by local people\, Support the city and enjoy the fruits of their labor and buy some yummy locally made produce.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/farmers-market-2017-12-29/2025-03-07/
LOCATION:Gloucester
CATEGORIES:Market
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SUMMARY:Mighty Women from History and Science - Puppet and craft activity session
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of International Women’s Day and British Science Week\, we are inviting families to meet some of our greatest female trailblazers and heroines in puppet form! Let science communicator Sarah Snell-Pym introduce you to science pioneers Ada Lovelace\, Mary Anning and Mary Leakey; hero nurses Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole; and Gloucester’s great queen Aethelfled.\n\nAlongside this\, kids can get hands-on with crafts and activities related to the life and work of these historical figures\, including fossil hunting\, snap circuits and cabbage chemistry!\n\nThis drop-in event is suitable for children aged 4 and above accompanied by an adult. Entry is free with a suggested donation of £2 per person to support the upkeep of our historic building.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/mighty-women-from-history-and-science-puppet-and-craft-activity-session/
LOCATION:The Folk of Gloucester\, 99-103 Westgate Street\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 2PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,Craft,Events,Exhibition/Show,Family,Talks/Educational,Theatre
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SUMMARY:International Women’s Day Social Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE community event celebrating International Women’s Day! This is a space for women-owned businesses\, creatives\, and the wider community to connect\, share\, and inspire each other.\n\n Date: Saturday\, 8th March 2025\n Time: 11 AM – 5 PM\n Location: Floodplains Shop\, Eastgate Shopping Centre\, Gloucester\n\n💜 All ages welcome\n\n\n\nWhat’s on?\n Networking for female-led businesses\n Live music & poetry open mic\n Tea party – enjoy a variety of herbal brews\n Book swap – bring a book\, take a book!\n Clothes & accessories swap/upcycling – give pre-loved items a new life\n Creative workshops and skill sharing – group collage\, painting\, knitting\, and crochet\n\n\n\nThis event is all about empowering women’s voices in Gloucester and shaping a future that represents all people loudly and proudly!\n\n\n\n Whether you’re a maker\, an entrepreneur\, or just looking for an inspiring day out – this event is for you!\n\n\n\nThe theme for International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 is “Accelerate Action”\, emphasizing the urgency of advancing gender equality. This theme calls for swift and decisive measures to address systemic barriers and biases that hinder women’s progress in both personal and professional spheres.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/international-womens-day-social-event/
LOCATION:Eastgate Shopping Centre
CATEGORIES:Activities,Community,Craft,Events,Exhibition/Show,Family,Networking,Small Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="JOLT Gloucester":MAILTO:james@gloucesterculture.org.uk
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SUMMARY:International Women’s Day 2025 – A Celebration of Strength\, Legacy & Belonging
DESCRIPTION:Arts Diverse-City invites you to a powerful gathering honouring the history\, resilience\, and identity of women. Rooted in Gloucester’s rich heritage\, this event explores the deep connections between HAIR – a symbol of power\, belonging\, and legacy – and the personal journeys that shape us. \n  \nWhat to Expect: \n• Poetry & Spoken Word: A platform for voices to echo history\, identity\, and cultural strength. \n• Exhibition & Installations: Artistic expressions symbolising the significance of HAIR in shaping personal and collective narratives. \n• Panel Discussion: Poets\, artists\, and cultural leaders explore the themes of belonging\, home\, and heritage. \n• Community Conversations: An inclusive space to reflect\, connect\, and share lived experiences. \n\nEvent Schedule:  \n• 12:00 PM – Doors Open | Welcome & Networking \n• 12:30 PM – Opening Remarks & Exhibition Introduction \n• 1:00 PM – Tour and discussion about the Exhibition \n• 2:30 PM – Open MIC Discussion: Belonging\, Home & Hair \n• 3:00 PM – Interactive Discussion & Audience Reflections \n• 3:30 PM – Closing Performances & Final Words \n• 4:00 PM – Event Ends with thanks
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/international-womens-day-2025-a-celebration-of-strength-legacy-belonging/
LOCATION:Museum Of Gloucester\, Brunswick Road\, Gloucester\, GL1 1TH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibition/Show,Talks/Educational
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SUMMARY:Ghosts and Giggles Haunted Tours
DESCRIPTION:Held every Monday\, Wednesday and Saturday night at 8pm\, we go on a historical and paranormal tour of Gloucester. \nTaking in Westgate Street\, Southgate Street and Northgate Street\, we delve into the history and paranormal surrounding some of the historic buildings.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/ghosts-and-giggles-haunted-tours/2025-03-08/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Events,Talks/Educational,Tour
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SUMMARY:The Ultimate Bubble Show
DESCRIPTION:Ray Bubbles\, an International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder\, is on a mission to master the art of bubble-making and create the ultimate square bubble!  \nThis show promises a whirlwind of excitement and surprises\, as Ray uses various different methods to craft stunning bubble sculptures\, effects\, and magical displays. Prepare to be amazed as Ray creates a volcano bubble\, a soap bubble carousel\, a bubble ghost\, and even a tornado inside a bubble! \nJoin Ray\, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder\, and help him in his quest to complete the bubble game and make the ultimate bubble. This is a fast paced show full of high energy and surprises as Ray uses various different gases to create incredible bubble sculptures\, effects and magical displays. \nThe show was inspired by Ray’s work with SEND schools\, adult neurodivergent groups\, and science centres across Europe. The performance is suitable for children and adults with additional needs. uildhaSunday 9 Mar 2025 \n\n\n\n12.30pm\n2.30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: Adult £9\, Child £5\, Family £22.50\nTime: 12.30 – 1.30pm and 2.30 – 3.30pm\nUnreserved seating\nPerfect for all ages!
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/the-ultimate-bubble-show/
LOCATION:Gloucester Guildhall\, 23 Eastgate Street\, Glooucester\, GL1 1NS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Events,Family
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