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Lightroom at Aviva Studios
16 Dec 2025 – 11 Jan 2026 | Explore three stunning immersive experiences this winter: David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away), VOGUE: Inventing the Runway and The Moonwalkers: A Journey with Tom Hanks
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11 Dec 2025 – 4 Jan 2026
Shaun the Sheep's Circus Show
A high-flying family adventure with un-BAA-lievable acrobats comes to Aviva Studios this winter
Performers in sheep costumes execute acrobatic stunts and aerial silk acts under dramatic pink lighting. In the center, three animated sheep from "Shaun the Sheep" balance in a tower, with the top one hula-hooping.
Winter at Aviva Studios
Celebrate the festive season with immersive art, craft workshops, kids activities and live music
People watching The Moonwalkers, showing a scene on the moon
Gigs at Aviva Studios
Intimate Gigs. Warehouse Raves. Unbeatable Sound. Discover our latest gig listings at Aviva Studios.
A crowd of people cheering and filming over the barrier in the Warehouse at Aviva Studios. The lighting is blue.

Opening Hours

With a venue like ours, every night is different. Make sure to check our opening hours ahead of your visit to get the most up to date times.

  1. Wednesday 26 Nov
    10AM – 6PM
    Open from 7pm for The Last Dinner Party ticket holders only
  2. Thursday 27 Nov
    10AM – 6PM
  3. Friday 28 Nov
    10AM – 1AM
    Please note we are closed to the general public from 5.30-11.30pm. Ticket holders for The Hives may enter the Social from 6.30pm.
  4. Saturday 29 Nov
    10AM – 1AM
    Please note we are closed to the general public from 6-11.30pm. Ticket holders for Everything Everything may enter the Social from 7pm.
  5. Sunday 30 Nov
    10AM – 6PM
  6. Monday 1 Dec
    Closed
  7. Tuesday 2 Dec
    10AM – 6PM

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Opportunities

  • Factory Academy

    Calling all future producers, technicians and arts professionals – explore our free training programmes today
    A camera operator films a live event in the Warehouse, which is filled with people. There is dramatic purple lighting with multiple cameras and bright stage beams.

  • Submit a project

    Propose a project for our Curatorial and Producing teams to review.

  • Jobs

    View our current job openings at Factory International on our recruitment pages.
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Explore online

  • Factory Settings

    Switch on and step into Factory Settings and access a whole new dimension to Aviva Studios through inventive and playful virtual experiences.
    Aviva Studios x Trespass with vines and greenery covering the building

  • Dream Space Podcast

    What does art have the power or potential to do, when we allow ourselves to dream? We explore this in our new podcast, hosted by Gemma Cairney.
    Dream Space podcast artwork, a transparent cube in front of purple hazed clouds.

  • Editor in Residence

    Factory+ commissions some of the most exciting voices in contemporary writing to explore a selection of themes.
    Food and culture writer Ruby Tandoh

  • In the Studio

    Watch our video series where artists and collectives show us the space where their ideas come to life.
    Robin McNicholas stood in front of three large screens showcasing the branding behind his upcoming show Sweet Dreams

  • Games

    Play games and experiences by some of the most exciting artists working in the digital field.
    I CAN'T FOLLOW YOU ANYMORE

  • Factory Works

    A new audio artwork and accompanying film by Neville Gabie – created with Nabihah Iqbal, Mark Thomas and the Aviva Studios construction workers.
    Image of Factory Works cover

  • Talks

    Watch our selection of talks and discussions from artists from across the programme of Factory International and MIF.
    Photo of Ryan Gander speaking