About The Weekender
28th - 30th August 2026
Hilton Hotel, Hull, HU2 8NH
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Highway to Hull Burlesque Weekender is a non-profit organisation with a focus on documenting our history, celebrating our trailblazers, and continuing our rich burlesque legacy in the UK.
As part of our festival, we donate a portion of proceeds directly to the Burlesque Hall of Fame (BHoF) Museum, and a portion goes straight into a fund to support UK burlesque performers with their BHoF applications, further amplifying UK burlesque on the global stage.
What We're All About
Our Producers
Get ready to celebrate! 2026 is an exciting milestone as it marks the 11-year producing anniversary for both Tawny and Roxie.
Tawny Kay
Tawny, the vibrant owner of The Boobytrap Burlesque and Cabaret, is passionate about bringing excitement to Doncaster with her world-class shows! Boobytrap is not only a hub of spectacular entertainment but also dedicated to nurturing the next generation of talented performers.
Roxie Royale
Roxie is a well-established presence in the world of dance and burlesque, sharing her passion for many years through her business, House of Royale.
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Roxie is also an experienced event producer, creating a range of events, shows and workshops in and around Hull. Her productions are known for their organisation, creativity, and focus on community, giving both new and seasoned performers opportunities to grow and shine.
Icon Memories
As part of our mission to preserve the rich history of UK burlesque, we invite all performers, producers, and industry enthusiasts to share their cherished memories.
Whether it’s backstage photos, headshots, live photographs, event posters, or your favourite anecdotes, we want to hear from you. Let’s keep the spirit of burlesque alive and vibrant!
What We’re Looking For:
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Memories: Share your favourite moments from the stage or behind the scenes.
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Photos: Send us your stunning snapshots that capture the essence of burlesque.
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Posters: We’d love to see the artwork that has promoted the magic of your shows.
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Let’s come together to celebrate the allure and artistry of burlesque in the UK. Your contributions will help us weave a colourful tapestry of our shared history!
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Want to read icon memories that have already been submitted? Check out our blog!
Sponsors
Our Headline Sponsor once again is Lindsay McGlone!
Lindsay McGlone is a powerhouse, producer, activist and Instagram strategist.
Lindsay is known for her strong values and advocacy around intersectional inclusion. They are making waves in the burlesque and cabaret world by promising to put £10,000 back into the scene by the end of 2026 through sponsorship and donations.
Lindsay's passion for performers being paid accordingly and learning how to market themselves is unmatched.
Lindsay is also the producer of Reclaimed Means Business. This is the UK's only event that actively brings together business owners of all kinds with burlesque and cabaret professionals so that we can learn from each other.
If you want to learn more about sponsorship for your burlesque, cabaret or drag show, check out Lindsay's website below.
