That gloriously long Easter weekend is almost upon us and to help you prepare for some quirky fun, we at Contrary Life have put together a round-up of the more unusual events happening this year…
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Take the Slow Boat in Birmingham
Birmingham’s Ikon Gallery has converted an old narrow boat into a unique artistic space. Step aboard the Slow Boat on Wednesday 21st March for the free launch event and make your own screenprint…
Discover the Ghost Streets of Balsall Heath
Discover the lost streets of Balsall Heath with a new exhibition by American filmmaker and photographer Janet Mendelsohn at Birmingham’s Ort Gallery…
A new season of quirky outdoor cinema events
Picnic Cinema has carved out a national cult following for their ‘cinema parties’ over the past six years and are upping the ante with a season of seriously offbeat films for 2018…
Parades, dancing and pasty eating for St Piran’s Day
On 5th March, the annual celebration of St Piran’s Day takes place in Cornwall with parades, music, dancing and pasty eating. Read our round-up of quirky events…
Mesmerism and magic at Whitby Steampunk Weekend
Whitby Steampunk Weekend III will take place on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th February in the North Yorkshire town, with activities, presentations, demonstrations and the Famous Steampunk Emporium…
A four-day festival of death (and life) in a Bristol cemetery
Arnos Vale Cemetery in Bristol will be tackling the tricky subject of death, with a four-day festival of talks, walks, theatre and workshops…
An alternative guide to a quirky Valentine’s Day in the UK
Contrary Life is back again with An Alternative Guide to Valentine’s Day. We’ve dug out some great quirky events taking place in the UK this year…
Pratfall workshops and Transylvania costume competitions at the Slapstick festival
Slapstick, the festival of silent and classic screen comedy will be returning to Bristol this month with appearances from Christopher Biggins, Jo Brand and Ade Edmondson…
A celebration of creative talent in the North West with PUSH
This year’s PUSH festival takes place from Friday 12th to Saturday 27th January at Manchester’s HOME, showcasing creative talent from the north west, with performances, screenings, exhibitions and workshops…
Brexit and diversity in focus at London Short Film Festival
This year’s London Short Film Festival (LSFF) will be screening more than 500 UK and international short films over 10 days, from Friday 12th to Sunday 21st January…
Enjoy a Bollywood Extravaganza at Mango Tree in London
Brighten up a dull January with a Bollywood extravaganza at the Mango Tree restaurant in London’s Belgravia, with vibrant food and entertainment…
Schmooze without the booze and enjoy a Dry January
Having a dry January? Contrary Life has compiled a handy guilt-free guide to some great venues for meeting friends, without the temptation of a quick drink or three…
A festival of horror in Wales with Abertoir
Abertoir Horror Festival returns to Aberystwyth Arts Centre, from 14th to 19th November, for six days of brand new horror films, cult classics, special guests and live theatre…
A festival to SHOUT about in Birmingham
SHOUT, the Festival of Queer Arts and Culture, returns to Birmingham this November with an eclectic mix of theatre, visual arts, comedy, and music…