About
The Rhubarb Festival returns to Wakefield this February and WX are delighted to be a part of it! Start your rhu-tastic experience at WX with even more food and drink market stalls under the canopy, drop-in activities for kids and much more!
Event Hub
Friday 20 – Saturday 21 February | 10am-5pm
Sunday 22 February | 10am-4pm
Head to the Event Hub inside WX to pick up your free festival programme and learn about more fun, family events coming up in the Wakefield District this year!
Food and Drink Market
Friday 20 – Saturday 21 February | 10am-5pm
Sunday 22 February | 10am-4pm
It’s back! The Rhubarb Festival’s legendary food and drink market returns for three delicious days at WX Wakefield Exchange and the Cathedral Precinct.
Free Daytime Activities
Rebarbara by Fenyszoro Visual
Friday 20 – Sunday 22 February | 10am-4pm
Immerse yourself in the magical world of Rhubarb with this dazzling psychedelic projection artwork from Fényszóró Visual (Lightspray Visual).
Fényszóró Visual are an artist group from Hungary whose work uses upgraded overhead projectors and kinetic machines to create incredible visuals. Their fantastical works have been seen at light festivals across the globe (including Light Up Wakefield 2024!)
Kids Craft Zone
Friday 20 – Sunday 22 February | 10am-4pm
Children can get crafty with rhubarb themed activities – make a rhubarb crown and grab a snap in front of the selfie station, or why not make a kaleidoscope and explore the magical rhubarb projection in more detail?
Face Painting
Friday 20 – Sunday 22 February | 11am-4pm
Free face painting will be available at WX all weekend!
Chef Demos
Friday 20 – Sunday 22 February | 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm – each demo will last 45 minutes.
A fantastic mix of talented local chefs and well‑known culinary names from across the country take to the demo stage! Demonstrations run every day from 11am at WX’s The Factory (the building beside the main hall).
Each exciting demo lasts 45 minutes—plenty of time to discover new techniques, gather top tips, and be inspired. Whether you’re a budding home cook or a seasoned foodie, there’s something sizzling for everyone. Come along and taste the experience!
The Rhubarb Festival is taking place in Wakefield City Centre from 20-22 February 2026. Find out more: expwake.co/RhubarbFest
Venue opening hours
Monday : 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday : 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday : 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday : 9:00 am - 10:30 pm
Friday : 9:00 am - 10:30 pm
Saturday : 10:00 am - 10:30 pm
Sunday : 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Access facilities
- British Sign Language
Venue Details
Find us at
Union Street, Wakefield, WF1 3AD
hello@wxwakefield.co.uk
10:00 - 16:00 
