What's on at the M&S Archive

There’s something for everyone in our free events programme

Whether it’s fascinating talks, family fun or one of our amazing Decade Days, find more details below.

9 March–12 December 2026 10:00am–4:00pm

Exhibition – The Archive Edit: M&S Fashion since 1926

Discover a century of M&S style!

Colour photo of models wearing bright clothing

11 April 2026 10:00am–4:00pm

Sparky Saturdays: Colour!

It’s all about colour!

24 April 2026 1:00pm–2:00pm

Guest Speaker – History Wardrobe: Mary Quant – Fashion Icon

Explore the key trends of the Quant era.

9 May 2026 10:00am–4:00pm

Sparky Saturdays: You’re the Boss!

How will you run your store?

Black and white image of sales assistants at a counter

15 May 2026 12:30pm–1:15pm

Guest Speaker – Shopping for Style in the Second World War, with Dr. Lucy McConnell

Explore the history of Utility clothing with Dr. Lucy McConnell.

Black and white photos of women wearing hats

28 May 2026 10:00am–4:00pm

Have a Go at Half Term

Design a piece of statement headwear!

13 June 2026 10:00am–4:00pm

Sparky Saturdays: Summer Styling

Bring out your inner stylist, model and/or director to create a brilliant summer advert.

3 July 2026 1:00pm–1:45pm

Guest Speaker – Style, Fit and Comfort: Considering Men’s Underwear, with Dr. Shaun Cole

Find out more about changes in the design and role of men’s underwear.

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There’s something for everyone in our free events programme

Exhibition – The Archive Edit: M&S Fashion since 1926

Sparky Saturdays: Colour!

Guest Speaker – History Wardrobe: Mary Quant – Fashion Icon

Sparky Saturdays: You’re the Boss!

Guest Speaker – Shopping for Style in the Second World War, with Dr. Lucy McConnell

Have a Go at Half Term

Sparky Saturdays: Summer Styling

Guest Speaker – Style, Fit and Comfort: Considering Men’s Underwear, with Dr. Shaun Cole

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Exhibition – The Archive Edit: M&S Fashion since 1926

Sparky Saturdays: Colour!

Guest Speaker – History Wardrobe: Mary Quant – Fashion Icon

Sparky Saturdays: You’re the Boss!

Guest Speaker – Shopping for Style in the Second World War, with Dr. Lucy McConnell

Have a Go at Half Term

Sparky Saturdays: Summer Styling

Guest Speaker – Style, Fit and Comfort: Considering Men’s Underwear, with Dr. Shaun Cole

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