HOCKNEYMANIA is set to sweep the district this summer following the opening of a new permanent David Hockney gallery in Bradford.

Cartwright Hall, in Lister Park, will celebrate with a Happy Birthday Hockney party for the Bradford-born artist’s 80th birthday on July 9.

Local arts and community interest organisation, The Brick Box, has been handed the task of transforming Lister Park into a creative and colourful celebration with fun for all the family, including arty activities, food, drink and music.

Hebden Bridge group Handmade Parade is poised to celebrate by making a plethora of puppets, which will be paraded through the park throughout the day.

Puppets and costumes, which are going to be themed around Hockney’s vibrant work, lifestyle and image, will be made in 35 pre-event workshops held with community groups across Bradford district. There will be plenty of activities for kids to discover their creative side.

Visit bradfordmuseums.org/venues/cartwright-hall-art-gallery for further information.