Children's Capital of Culture

Rotherham is proud to be the first ever Children's Capital of Culture!
Created by children and young people. For everyone. Right here in our borough.
Featured events
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3 May to 1 March - SELF exhibition: There’s More To Me Than What You See
An exhibition carefully crafted by artist Rob Young in collaboration with local young people.
Date: 3rd May 2025 - 1st March 2026
Interval: Every day
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5 and 6 December: Hubris at the Imperial Buildings
Hubris is a brand new, original piece of theatre created by the Cast Offs Youth Theatre Company, a new generation of young creatives working with Chol Theatre as part of Children’s Capital of Culture.
Date: 5th December 2025 - 6th December 2025
Interval: Every day
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26 and 27 March - Rotherham Reimagined: the Children's Capital of Culture conference
This two-day Creative Conference will reflect on what happens when a community embraces the ideas of its children and young people, empowers them to lead, and supports them to co-create the future.
Date: 26th March 2026 - 27th March 2026
Interval: Every day

Events Calendar
Discover our events programme, with festivals, activities and workshops for everyone to enjoy.

Opportunities
Get involved! Find out about jobs, creative callouts, and how you and your organisation can take part.

Spotlight
Discover brilliant activities for families, happening in Rotherham all year round.

About Us
Meet the team and discover the story behind Children’s Capital of Culture.

Creative Learning
Our work with local schools and colleges – and how you can join in.

News and Views
Get the inside scoop on Children’s Capital of Culture.

Impact Stories
Hear from young people about the amazing impact of this world-first project.

Get in Touch
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Children’s Capital of Culture is giving every child and young person in Rotherham a chance to help shape their borough's future.
And to access more life-changing training and skills opportunities than they've ever had before!
Children's Capital of Culture is designed and delivered by children and young people in partnership with a huge range of organisations and funders. We would like to thank all of them for their support!

Join us to celebrate Children's Capital of Culture!
Together, we will make Rotherham a place that young people are proud to call home.
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