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Washington Emerging
27 Feb 2026
6:30pm
Quick summary
- Price
- Pay As You Feel (£3/£5/£7)
- Audience type
- 11+
- Running time
- 3 hours
- Venue
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- Arts Centre Washington
Event description
Celebrate the next generation of musical talent at Washington Emerging showcasing some of the region’s most exciting young performers.
From powerful vocals to original songwriting and genre‑spanning sounds, these up‑and‑coming musicians bring fresh energy, new ideas, and undeniable passion to the stage.
Join us for a vibrant night that highlights the creativity and skill of local artists on the rise—perfect for music lovers, supporters of youth talent, and anyone looking to discover their next favourite act.
Confirmed acts include
Photos from last years event
Bright Lights Youth Arts Festival 2026
Saturday 21 February – Saturday 28 February
A celebration of creativity featuring free workshops and special events across the city for young people aged 11-19.
Bright Lights Youth Arts Festival 2026 is supported by Culture Start and the Autonomy project. The Autonomy project is supported by Association of Independent Museums’ Connected Communities programme, funded by the Department for Culture Media and Sport’s Know Your Neighbourhood Fund, through Arts Council England.
