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York City’s Promotion: A New Era for the Minstermen — and a Perfect Moment to Celebrate Our Stadium Artwork
York City are on the rise again — and what a moment it is for the Minstermen faithful. After years of resilience, rebuilding, and sheer determination, the club has secured promotion and reignited the pride of a city that lives and breathes its football. From the historic streets of York to the electric atmosphere at the LNER Community Stadium, the celebrations feel bigger than football alone. They feel like a homecoming.
The London Marathon Returns — A Celebration of Endurance, Community, and London’s Iconic Landmarks
Celebrate the London Marathon on 26 April with StavesArt. Explore the iconic route, race highlights, and our London Turning artwork inspired by the capital’s landmarks.
Celebrating Shakespeare’s Birthday — Stratford-upon-Avon Comes Alive This April
Every April, Stratford-upon-Avon transforms into a vibrant celebration of creativity, heritage, and community as the town marks the birthday of its most famous son: William Shakespeare. In 2026, the festivities take place across 25–26 April, bringing pageantry, performances, and cultural events to the historic streets of Stratford.
StavesArt at the Tamworth Food & Drink Festival — A Weekend of Food, Art, and Spring Sunshine
Tamworth is gearing up for a vibrant weekend as the Tamworth Food & Drink Festival (Dine ’N’ Devour) returns to the Castle Grounds on 25–26 April 2026. The spring edition promises two days of global street food, artisan stalls, sweet treats, drinks, live entertainment, and a relaxed, family‑friendly atmosphere — all with free entry.
World Art Day Reflections — Cultivating Community Through Art
Every year on 15 April, World Art Day invites us to pause and reflect on the role creativity plays in shaping our lives, our communities, and our sense of belonging. It’s a global celebration of artistic expression — but more importantly, it’s a reminder that art is one of the most powerful tools we have for connection.