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Are you aged from 13 to 16 and living in Westminster?

You can get exclusive access to Westminster’s most inspiring cultural organisations and get the chance to boost your CV by taking part in talks, workshops and work placements with some of the biggest names in the creative industry.

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We were previously taught that art is a paintbrush and paper but today has shown us that art is a huge world. City Lions is a good thing to do as it provides really good opportunities to visit places like this (Somerset House).

Ayad, Year 9 pupil at St Marylebone School and City Lion

Upcoming Events

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22 May - 31 Dec 2026 | City Lions | | ArtDisplayDrawingGallery

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Creative Collective Virtual Gallery 2025

View the artworks submitted to this years Creative Collective!

Submit your artwork by 6th June 2025 to be involved.

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28 May - 4 Sep 2025 | Westminster City Council | | Competition DrawingPaintingWestminster

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Westminster Landscapes - Art Competition

CALLING ALL YOUNG ARTISTS IN WESTMINSTER!

Got a favourite spot in Westminster? A place that inspires you, makes you feel at home, or just looks amazing? This summer, turn that love into art!

Whether it’s the buzz of Oxford Street, the calm of St James’s Park, or a hidden gem only you know – show us your Westminster through your eyes.

Make your mark. Share your vision. Get your art seen.

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28 May - 30 Jun 2025 | City Lions | | CVEventsLearn New SkillsPlanning

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Events Leadership Team

Ever wanted to plan an exciting event? Think you’ve got the skills to bring people together? Want to learn how to manage a budget and lead your own project? This opportunity is for you!

We’re looking for young people aged 15-18 who live or attend school in Westminster to co-create, manage, and deliver events for young people. By joining our team, you’ll:

Build confidence and develop leadership skills
Gain new creative & practical skills (perfect for your CV!)
Connect with creative & event professionals for future job opportunities
Attend weekly planning meetings, rotating between in-person and online sessions

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8 Apr - 7 Jun 2025 | City Lions | | ArtCreativityDrawingExhibitionsFilm & televisionpoetry

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Creative Collective 2025!

Submissions for Creative Collective 2025 are now open! The deadline for submissions is the 6th June 2025, your submissions can vary from paintings, drawings, short stories, poems, short films. The artwork must relate to one of our 4 themes: The Future, Our World, Love & Unity, Roots & Belonging.

Your artwork will be showcased in our virtual gallery and selected works will be exhibited across Westminster! Good Luck.

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