Featured Events in Wells in April, 2024 (May Updated)

The BNP Paribas Open, a prominent annual tennis tournament for both men and women, draws a large crowd each March to the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Southern California. As an ATP World Tour Masters 1000 event for men and a WTA Premier tournament for women, it has evolved into a major tennis spectacle since its inception in the 1970s. The tournament attracts top tennis stars like Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, and Serena Williams. To witness the action live, secure your seat with BNP Paribas Open - Session 11 tickets ranging from $42 to $46. The event schedule offers various dates for attendance, with filters available to streamline your search. Simply click on the "Tickets" button to explore available seats, view the seating chart, and proceed to checkout. Be sure to review all transaction details before confirming your order. Stay tuned for the 2024 BNP Paribas Open Dates, and don't miss the chance to experience this prestigious event firsthand in Indian Wells.

Experience the ultimate 1950s themed Murder/Mystery Dinner at For The Love of Food+Drink in Wells, ME. Step back in time and immerse yourself in this unforgettable event at Saltwater Farm. Dust off your poodle skirts, leather jackets, and saddle shoes for an evening filled with intrigue. Indulge in a delectable three-course dinner while professional actors from Mystery 207 unveil clues to the mysterious crime. Work together in teams to crack the case and uncover the identity of the perpetrator. Keep a keen eye out for hints pointing to the motive and opportunity that only the guilty party would possess. The ticket price of $68 includes the exquisite three-course meal featuring 1950s favorites such as Chicken a la King and Pineapple Upside Down Cake. Don't miss out on this thrilling evening - tickets must be purchased by 4/14/2024 for the event taking place on April 17, 2024.

Witness the intense showdown between Jannik Sinner and Jan-Lennard Struff in the [ＤＩＲＥＴＴＡ] Jannik Sinner ｖｓ Jan-Lennard Struff Ｄｉｒｅｔｔａ ｓｔｒｅａｍｉｎｇ ｅ ＴＶ event, taking place at the prestigious Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells on April 20, 2024. This highly anticipated Tennis event will feature Sinner, ranked 3rd, facing off against the 25th-ranked Struff. Sinner, with an impressive winning streak, aims to secure his third title this year. The match will be broadcast exclusively on Sky Sports Tennis and NOW, offering fans the chance to witness this thrilling clash. Don't miss out on the action as Sinner battles to advance to the next round, potentially setting up a semifinal showdown with Alcaraz. Stay tuned for live coverage with commentary by Elena Pero and Paolo Bertolucci. Admission is free, so mark your calendars and prepare for an electrifying display of skill and determination on the court.

Based in Wells, Somerset, the annual WAC exhibition is a highlight of the city’s cultural life. Now in its 14th year, the WAC exhibition will take place in August 2024. WAC allows UK and international artists to put their work before a prestigious panel of judges. Selected entries are exhibited in the remarkable Gothic spaces of Wells Cathedral and seen by up to 50,000 people annually. They are automatically entered for a wide range of awards, including cash prizes, a residency, mentoring and more. Work may be offered for sale. WAC is open to all artists over the age of 18 working around the world in all media and styles. WAC provides two ways for artists to showcase work: · the Gallery Show, which presents artworks in a temporary white-wall gallery in the Cathedral cloisters, · the Installation Show, which invites site-specific proposals for installation within the body of the Cathedral and its grounds. This year the Installation show is awarding the twenty selected artists a £200 bursary. Both shows run concurrently. THE GALLERY SHOW The WAC Gallery is a unique exhibition space installed along three sides of Wells Cathedral’s Cloisters, where a white-wall gallery is built to display work. It forms part of the main visitor route round the Cathedral and can be very busy, especially in summer. Artwork in any medium will be considered for exhibition in the Gallery Show, including painting, drawing, sculpture, print, photo, video, digital, textile, mixed media, and more. The Gallery Show will be selected by three distinguished artists: · Tessa Coleman, a figurative painter who uses representational subject matter to explore formal painterly concerns. She has exhibited regularly at the Threadneedle Art Prize and The Royal Society of Portrait Painters, as well as other gallery exhibitions both in the UK and internationally. · Katherine Jones RA, a contemporary British artist who combines painting and traditional printmaking techniques. Jones is a visiting lecturer in Fine Art and Printmaking across the UK and Europe, and her work is held in the collections of the V&A Prints And Drawings Collection among others. · Shanti Panchal, known for his watercolour paintings, he studied at the Sir JJ School of Art, Bombay and Byam Shaw School of Art, London. Panchal has been an artist-in-residence at the British Museum and won the Second Prize at the John Ruskin Prize in 2019. The deadline to enter the Gallery Show is Thursday 9th May 2024, 5pm. AWARDS Artists taking part in Wells Art Contemporary 2024 – both the Gallery Show and the Installation Show – will be entered to win a wide range of prizes: · Howden Art Award: £2,000 awarded to one artist selected by Howden Group. · NG Art Creative Residency Award: a two-week placement at the NG Art Creative Residency & Gallery in Provence, South of France, including board and lodging, studio space, mentorship and outings. · JGM Gallery Prize: works by selected artists will be showcased online by JGM Gallery. · Student Prize: £1,000 awarded to a current fine art student aged under 26 by Tracey Grace. · Parker Harris Mentoring Prize: a one-to-one mentoring session covering all aspects of professional development to a selected artist. · Somerset Art Works Prize: a one-to-one mentoring session with Somerset Art Works. · People’s Choice Prize: £500 awarded to one artist selected by visitors of the exhibition. · St Cuthberts Mill Award: 20 sheets of Saunders Waterford 300gsm worth over £120. HOW TO ENTER Entry is made online: · Artists can enter the Gallery Show here, until Thursday 9 May 2024. All artists, all styles, all techniques and all nationalities are encouraged to take part. Up to 4 works or proposals for installations may be entered in any medium for either the Gallery Show, the Installation Show, or both. Media include painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking, photography, installation, video, textile, ceramic, mixed media and more. Installation artists are encouraged to visit or view Wells Cathedral beforehand to inform their proposal To enter the Gallery Show: https://new.artopps.co.uk/opportunities/wells-art-contemporary2024

Experience the ultimate Inflatable Day on Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024, in Welling at Welling School on Berwick Road. From giant slides to bouncy castles and assault courses, this event promises 90-minute sessions filled with excitement for children up to 11 years old. Supervised by accompanying adults, kids will enjoy a vast array of inflatable entertainment in a safe and Covid-secure environment. Exclusive sessions are available for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring a tailored experience. Tickets are priced at £9, granting entry to one session on the specified date. Limited parking is offered onsite, and all attendees must adhere to safety guidelines provided by marshals. Remember to wear socks and follow all safety instructions to make the most of this thrilling Inflatable Day. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event - book your tickets now!

The Hope WMN Ride out- Builth Wells will be returning to the Hope MTB Marathon events in 2024. Scheduled to take place on April 13th at Penmaenau Farm in Powys, this women's ride offers a leisurely spin out for participants of the marathon or those attending the event. The ride, led by Hope Technology representatives, will start at 1 pm for a 1.5-2 hour journey encompassing off-road mountain biking with some road sections. Riders using hardtail MTBs, full suspension bikes, or E-Bikes are welcome, though helmets are mandatory. The cost to join the Hope WMN ride will be £5, with proceeds donated to the RideforCharlie charity. Riders should be prepared for varying weather and trail conditions and can expect a medium level of physical exertion. The purpose of the ride is to guide participants through the trails, rather than provide coaching. So, if you're attending the Hope MTB Marathon, why not extend your weekend with the Hope WMN ride out - an enjoyable and enriching experience for all riders.

Attend the Mountain Bike Coaching event in Builth Wells at Penmaenau Farm Camping Ltd on April 13, 2024. Riders aged 8-15 years can participate in a skills session on grass to enhance their mountain biking abilities. The one-hour session on grass caters to all levels of riders, followed by an additional hour of coaching in the woodlands for more experienced participants. This event offers a great opportunity for riders to refine their skills in a supportive and scenic environment. Don't miss the chance to improve your mountain biking techniques and enjoy a day of learning and adventure.