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Events

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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.

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 photos of people in swimwear
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.

Colour image of men's underwear
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.

Colour image of a family
11 July 2026 10:00am–4:00pm

Sparky Saturdays: Finishing Touches

Design and make a 3D badge or keyring.

Colour image of a printed fabric
8 August 2026 10:00am–4:00pm

Sparky Saturdays: Perfect Prints

What will you create?

Colour photo of kids in school clothing
12 September 2026 10:00am–4:00pm

Sparky Saturdays: The Science of Schoolwear

Design an experiment and put school uniform to the test!

Colour image of a film still
16 September 2026 10:30am–3:30pm

Heritage Open Days: Fashion on Film

The popcorn’s on us!

A screenshot of an M&S cinema advert showing people dancing
17 September 2026 1:30pm–2:30pm

M&S on the Big Screen

Special screening at Hyde Park Picture House

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