Get inspired this May with film screenings, workshops, photography exhibitions, group shows and more at Colonnade House. Read on to find out more…
Fred Delius Urban Painting
Open until 10 May // 10.00 – 17.00
Fred Delius is here for another week with his collection of sketches and paintings that celebrate some of the iconic buildings and locations around Worthing. Drop in to the gallery this week and see if there’s any places you recognise.
Neil Langman: Scenes Unseen
05 – 10 May // 10.00 – 17.00
Inspired by the unseen beauty and intelligence of plant life, Neil Langman is revealing the intimate architecture and secret worlds of the natural environment that we easily miss.
This will be Neil’s debut exhibition where he invites you to slow down and discover the world he has fallen in love with.
Sight Support Worthing: The World as we See It
12 – 16 May// 10.00 – 17.00
Artists experiencing sight loss will be showcasing their artistic talents in their debut exhibition, bringing together work by members of both Sight Support Worthing and Inclusive Arts Mixed Media class.
Find out more about their upcoming exhibition here.
West Sussex Art Society Annual Show 2026
19 – 24 May // 10.00 – 17.00
The West Sussex Art Society return for their annual show featuring the work of 30 artists from across West Sussex.
videoclub: Queer Worlds
26 May – 07 June // 10.00 – 17.00
Experience a collection of short films made by LGBTQIA+ from the UK and around the world. Spanning animation, documentary, experimental film and poetic fiction, the works offer a rich and multifaceted reflection on contemporary queer life.
Choir in a Day: Don’t Worry Be Happy
26 May // 14.00 – 16.00 // Free // Suggested donation £3 – £5
Join award-winning musical theatre performer Amelia Ace Armande to learn, rehearse and perform a song as part of a choir, all in the space of an afternoon. No auditions, no audience and no commitment. Just the joy of singing in the community.
Book your place on Choir in a Day here.
Half Term Group Painting
27 May // 10.00 – 13.30 // Drop-in // Free // Suggested donation £3 – £5
Starting with a blank canvas, together you will create a giant collaborative masterpiece. Using paint, ink & pen, families can join in the fun, and work together to unleash their inner PIcassio!
Drop in across the session, stay for as little or as long as you like and help add to the painting.
Cut & Stick Kids Collage Workshop
28 May // 10.00 – 11.30 // Drop-in // Free // Suggested donation £3 – £5
Through cutting, sticking and arranging, you will create your own colourful artwork using magazine cut outs and coloured card. All materials will be provided.
Exhibition Planning
28 May // 14.00 – 15.30 // Free // Suggested donation £3 – £5
Join the Colonnade House team as they take you through the steps of what it takes to plan, market, curate and prepare for a solo or group exhibition. Whether you’re planning an exhibition at Colonnade House or would like to in the future, this informal session will gear you up and leave you with all the information you need to successfully prepare for your exhibition or event.
Book your place on the workshop here.
Queer Worlds Film Screening
28 May // 18.30 – 20.00 // £4
Attend an evening film screening of Queer Worlds. A collection of 15 short films presented in single-screen programme. The films explore themes of identity, memory, desire and belonging, offering a reflection on contemporary Queer life.
Book your ticket here.
Pigeon Printing with hello DODO!
29 – 31 May // 10.00 – 17.00
Join the flock and create your very own screenprinted pigeon with the help of hello DODO. During the workshop you will create one print to take away with you and the other will be joining their exhibition at their colourful shop as part of this year’s Worthing Festival.
You will also be able to broswe their Spring/Summer collection of screenprinted clothes in their Pop Up Shop.
