Art in the arcade
Discover original art, meet independent artists and find something you'll love.
Saturday 21 November 2026 | 10am-4pm | The Royal Arcade, Boscombe
Art in the Arcade is bringing together a brilliant line-up of independent artists for a day of creativity, discovery and community in the beautiful Victorian Royal Arcade.
Come along, explore original artwork, meet the artists behind it and maybe even find your next favourite piece. Whether you're looking to buy something special for your home, discover new creative talent or simply enjoy a browse, there's plenty to look forward to.
Free entry – everyone welcome!
A different kind of art fair
Forget the traditional gallery setting. Art in the Arcade brings original artwork into the heart of Boscombe, creating a welcoming space where you can discover independent artists, chat about their work and enjoy art in a different way.
From paintings and illustrations to prints, textiles and more, there'll be a diverse mix of styles, ideas and creative approaches to explore.
And the best bit? You get to meet the people who actually make the work. Hear the stories behind their creations, ask questions, find out more about their processes and discover what makes each piece special.
You never know – you might just find something you fall in love with.
what can you expect?
Original artwork to discover
Explore a carefully curated selection of work by independent artists, with different styles, disciplines and price points. Whether you're after a statement piece or a little something to brighten up your home, there's something for everyone.Meet the artists
Get to know the people behind the artwork. Have a chat, ask questions and hear the stories behind the pieces that catch your eye. Buying directly from an artist makes the whole experience that bit more personal.Live creative demonstrations
Throughout the day, artists will be giving you a taste of how they make their work. See artists in action and get a glimpse into the ideas, techniques and processes that go into making their creations.Make a day of it
Art in the Arcade takes place inside the historic Royal Arcade, surrounded by independent shops and local businesses. Take your time, have a browse and enjoy discovering what else the arcade has to offer.
Created by curated by millie
Art in the Arcade is organised by Millie Lake, founder of Curated by Millie – a platform celebrating independent artists and creating opportunities for artists to connect with new audiences.
Having spent time visiting artists in their studios, discovering exhibitions and exploring creative communities, I wanted to create an event that brings some of that experience to a wider audience.
The idea is simple: make discovering and buying original art feel approachable, enjoyable and personal, while giving independent artists the opportunity to share their work with new people.
A huge thank you to everyone who applied to take part. I received so many brilliant applications, and I'm really excited to be bringing this particular group of artists together for the event!
You can follow along with all the latest updates over on Instagram: @curatedby.millie.
come and join us
Bring a friend, grab a coffee, explore the arcade and discover some brilliant independent artists.
Whether you're coming with the intention of finding artwork to take home or just fancy a lovely way to spend a Saturday, we'd love to see you there.
Art in the Arcade
Saturday 21 November 2026 | 10am–4pm
Royal Arcade, Boscombe
Free entry. Just turn up!