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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.

Colour photo of an instore bakery
19 February 2026 10:00am–4:00pm

Have a Go at Half Term

Come and try our hands-on activity, fun for the whole family!
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!
Two women stand in front of a pond, they both wear pastel coloured dresses
13 March 2026 12:30pm–1:15pm

Guest Speaker: Fashioning the 1950s, with Dr Liz Tregenza

Join fashion historian Liz Tregenza to explore shopping for fashion in the 1950s. 
Image of a catwalk show
14 March 2026 10:00am–4:00pm

Sparky Saturdays: Fashion by Design with special guest Percy Pig!

Create your own collection!
Colour photo of models wearing bright clothing
11 April 2026 10:00am–4:00pm

Sparky Saturdays: Colour!

It’s all about colour!
Colour image of a plastic cape coat
24 April 2026 1:00pm–2:00pm

Guest Speaker – History Wardrobe: Mary Quant – Fashion Icon

Explore the key trends of the Quant era.
Colour photo of an M&S foodhall
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.
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