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The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe

Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds

This breathtaking stage show of C.S. Lewis’ classic novel returns to Leeds Playhouse following a successful West End and UK tour. With magical storytelling, bewitching stagecraft and incredible puppets, it is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Various times & prices.

Northern Lights Leeds: A Festive Light Trail at Temple Newsam

Temple Newsam Temple Newsam Road, Leeds

Temple Newsam in Leeds is set to host West Yorkshire’s newest festive attraction: the immersive light trail known as Northern Lights. Following its sell-out success in Newcastle, this acclaimed event is expected to draw over 100,000 visitors to its debut in Leeds.  Northern Lights promises a spectacular journey through a myriad of illuminations and unique musical compositions. Various prices.

The Borrowers

The Dukes Moor Lane, Lancaster

Prepare for a tiny adventure at the Dukes this Christmas! Hidden beneath the floorboards of an empty house you’ll find a peculiar miniature world that belongs to brave Arrietty and her family of Borrowers. These clever Borrowers make use of anything they find “upstairs”, from buttons to biscuits and baubles. Various times. Adults £22, child £18, family £76.

Jack and the Beanstalk

Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn

Fe Fi Fo Fun for all the family!   Join Jack and the gang on an epic adventure in this giant new adaptation of the much-loved classic, Jack and the Beanstalk!  Various times. £13 - £19. Family £54.  

Elf Explorer

Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth

A magical Christmas experience that is guaranteed to light up your children’s faces and get the whole family in the mood for the Festive Season. This theatrical journey on board a beautiful steam train is the perfect way to travel, and we know that Father Christmas thinks so too…!

Christmas Craft Market

Haworth Old School Room Church Street, Haworth

Set in the charming Haworth Old School Room, this Christmas Carft Fair is a treasure trove of handcrafted goods and delightful treats. 23rd - 24th Nov, 30th Nov - 1st Dec, 7th Dec - 8th Dec & 21st Dec- 22nd Dec.

Christmas at the Farm

Mrs Dowson's Farm Park Hawkshaw Farm, Longsight Rd, Blackburn

Christmas at the farm is an immersive adventure based on the original magical Father Christmas. Discover Father Christmas' secret farm Headquarters, hidden from plain sight, filled with activities and experiences, with spectacular sets and theatre performances. Every weekend from 23rd Nov - 23rd Dec.

Murder Mystery Nights

East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, Bury

The East Lancashire Railway's Murder Mystery evenings are the perfect way to enjoy delicious food and an evening of murder, puzzles, questioning and solving the ultimate "whodunnit".          

£89.90

A Christmas Carol

Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth

Experience the magic of A Christmas Carol, the beloved Christmas tale, brought to life on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway. In this thrilling new interpretation, you will join Scrooge, Marley & Co. on their journey of self-reflection and discovery of the true meaning of Christmas in the beautiful surroundings of the Yorkshire moors. Various times.  

Jack and the Beanstalk: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto

City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, Leeds

A very different format to the traditional Christmas pantomime, Rock ‘n’ Roll Pantos mix traditional elements of audience participation and corny gags with a jukebox full of classic rock anthems and chart-toppers, all performed live on stage by an ultra-talented cast of actor-musicians. Various times & prices.      

Rapunzel

Albert Halls Victoria Square, Bolton

Get ready for a hair raising adventure about the girl with the magical golden hair as Polka Dot Pantomimes and the Albert Halls proudly present RAPUNZEL – A Tangled Tale! Various times & prices.

84/85 – THE LONGEST YEAR

National Coal Mining Museum New Road, Wakefield

84/85 – The Longest Year is a yearlong exhibition and programme of events, held at the National Coal Mining Museum for England. Opened on 6th  March 2024, it marks the 40th anniversary of the Miners’ Strike. This exhibition considers the strike through memories and stories of miners and their families. Uniquely positioned at a former working colliery, the Museum addresses the broader picture of the strike and gives a voice to those who experienced it. Free. Open Wed - Sun.  

TOY SWAP

National Coal Mining Museum New Road, Wakefield

Swap books, toys, or games to help support the community. Bring any unwanted, good quality toys, games, or books to the Museum.

TOY SWAP

National Coal Mining Museum New Road, Wakefield

Bring a book, toy or game that you’ve lost interest in, and swap it for something new to you! In the spirit of communities pulling together to support each other during the 1984/1985 Miners’ Strike let’s help our community today. Come and bring any unwanted, good quality toys, games or books to the Museum and swap them for something different ready for Christmas.

Snow White

Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes

Come and see the beautiful Snow White and her seven little friends from the enchanted forest as they attempt to defeat the evil queen’s plans. Don’t miss this spectacular pantomime from Paul Holman Associates, featuring breathtaking scenery, dazzling costumes, spectacular singing and plenty of traditional pantomime shenanigans. Various times & prices.

Cinderella

King George’s Hall Northgate, Blackburn

This magical pantomime features great songs, dazzling dance routines, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes, lots of laughs and amazing special effects – so come along, we promise you will have a ‘ball’! Various times & prices.

Bleak Expectations – Ilkley Playhouse

Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, Ilkley

A glorious, riotous, eccentric comedy set in Dickensian society with characters based on some of Dickens' most-loved novels. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. £5 - £14.

CHRISTMAS BEER, BURGER AND BINGO NIGHT

Holmes Mill Greenacre Street, Clitheroe

A fun night with bingo, prizes, and laughter. Includes a burger buffet, entertainment, and a wine or beer arrival drink.

£39.50

Christmas Beer, Burger and Bingo Night

Holmes Mill Greenacre Street, Clitheroe

It’s not your average bingo night and is set to be a hilarious mixture of fun, prizes and unstoppable laughter. Tickets include a burger buffet, entertainment and wine or beer arrival drink. 5th, 12th & 18th Dec.        

£39.50

CINDERELLA

King George’s Hall Northgate, Blackburn

A magical pantomime with songs, dance, costumes, and laughs for the entire family. Various times and prices. Runs until 31 Dec.

Pinocchio

The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, Bradford

Comedy sensation and Bradford panto legend Billy Pearce leads the cast as toymaker Geppetto, with his prize creation Pinocchio transforming from the famous puppet to a real boy, whose nose grows every time he tells a lie. Joining Billy is Coronation Street star Chris Gascoyne who will take on the role of the evil Stromboli, and Drag Superstar, Singer and Television Personality Courtney Act as the Blue Faerie. Various times & prices.

PINOCCHIO

The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, Bradford

Panto legend Billy Pearce stars as Geppetto in this magical production of Pinocchio. Runs until 19 Jan.

HENRY BARD

East Riddlesden Hall Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.

Performances of English songs and broadside ballads from the 16th and 17th centuries, paired with stories of old England.

Christmas with Anton Du Beke

St. George's Hall Bradford

The Ballroom King and Strictly Come Dancing judge joins forces with his dynamic live band, the incomparable vocalist Lance Ellington, and a troupe of extraordinary dancers, to bring you a magical evening of music, dance and laughter. £40.75 - £56.75.

Cinderella

Preston Playhouse Market Street West, Preston

Cinderella is possibly the most romantic, magical and fun pantomime of them all. For their 70th celebrations, Preston Musical Comedy Society are bringing the age old tale to life at Preston Playhouse. Various times. £12/£14.

CINDERELLA

Preston Playhouse Market Street West, Preston

A magical pantomime celebrating 70 years with Preston Musical Comedy Society. Runs from 12–22 December.

£12 – £14

FREE GUIDED WALK

Victoria Park Car Park, Nelson

A 2.5-hour walk, bring waterproofs, strong boots, and a light snack.

Thread of Hope

The Muni Theatre Colne

This free performance is devised from the real, lived experiences of those in recovery from alcohol and drug addiction and raises this issue in a dramatic, compelling and honest way. Donna Worthington, Artist, has worked with Elisha House Recovery Community in Colne to write, devise and perform their own theatre piece.

A Christmas Carol – The Duke’s Theatre Company

East Riddlesden Hall Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.

Get into the Christmas spirit with The Duke’s Theatre Company's first indoor season; a nail-biting retelling of perhaps the most famous ghost story of all time, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. An industry leading company of five professional actors transport us to Victorian London in a new adaptation featuring original music, theatrical magic and beautiful lighting. 7pm, Sat & Sun mat 2pm. Adult £22, child £17.

1940’S JAZZ DINNER

Salesbury Hall Ribchester

Join us for an unforgettable evening of 1940s Christmas Glamour as Beverley Alexander  returns by popular demand! Beverley is back to serenade you with classic jazz tunes, bringing the golden era to life in true festive spirit.

£39.50

1940’S JAZZ DINNER

Salesbury Hall Ribchester

Enjoy an evening of 1940s Christmas glamour with Beverley Alexander and classic jazz tunes.

Peter Pan

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, Halifax

Peter Pan will be packed full of all the ingredients necessary to make The Victoria Theatre’s panto the best panto in Calderdale – lots of hilarious slapstick comedy, stunning scenery and costumes, magical musical numbers and a plenty of audience interaction. Various times & prices.  

PONY FESTIVE EVENT AT HAPPA

Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley

Fun with elves and Santa, including crafting, singing, and dancing.

£13.95

Pony Festive Event at HAPPA

Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley

Get set for a magical time as the elves and Santa bring along Percy for some festive fun, crafting, singing, and dancing and of course some delicious food to be enjoyed by all the family. 9.30am - 11.30a. & 2pm - 4pm each day.Booking required.

£13.95

The Lawrence Christmas Market

The Lawrence Hotel 28 Church Street, Padiham, Burnley

Join us for our annual Christmas Market! TICKETS ARE FREE! We have so many exciting stalls, including the fabulous Whitehall Distillery, which will showcase its excellent range of gins, delicious treats, and a glitter bar. We also have many other stalls selling gifts, candles, paintings, jewellery, pet novelties, wax melts, bath bombs, and even a Tropics stall. It's the ideal place to do your Christmas shopping all under one roof! There will be free doggy treats for your dogs and a free kids colouring competition. Entry is free. If you join the guest list, you will be entered to win Afternoon Tea for two. You can purchase food and drink on the day or grab a £12.50 combo meal, which includes a turkey and stuffing sandwich with skin-on fries, mulled wine, or festive hot chocolate.

THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS WITH LEEDS MALE VOICE CHOIR

Holy Trinity Church Leeds

The choir has had a very busy year, with several new singers joining the ranks, alongside concerts across the North of England and a four-day tour to Prague. Under the direction of Musical Director Tim Knight, the choir draws from influences from men’s choirs overseas whilst honouring local traditions and recently released an album of concert favourites entitled The Road Not Taken, only the choir's second album in their hundred year history. The concerts will feature a host of festive hits including Rocking Around the Christmas Tree, It’s Beginning to Feel a Lot Like Christmas, Away in a Manger, Hark the Herald Angels Sing, A Winter’s Tale and Let it Snow! Let It Snow! Let it Snow! Each concert will feature exciting special guests and soloists.

£12

THE FOREVER HOUSE

Samlesbury Hall Preston New Road, Preston

The 40-minute production is designed for families and lovers of ghost stories and is now an annual event at the Hall. The audience will ‘travel through time’ as the ghostly Christmas tale comes vividly to life in four dimensions, and will be guided through the rooms of the hall as they watch each scene of the story unfold. Various times.

£20

Family Christmas with the Airedale Symphony Orchestra

Baildon Methodist Church Wesleys, Shipley

Come and enjoy seasonal fun with the Airedale Symphony Orchestra - getting you into the Christmas spirit with Christmas music favourites. A relaxed concert for all the family with plenty of opportunities to join in, whatever your age! Adults - £10, 12-18 years - £3, Under 11s - free.

AFTER DARK TOURS OF SALTAIRE

Saltaire Village Shipley

Lamplight tours around Saltaire village with stories about Sir Titus Salt and Victorian life.

£8

After Dark Tours of Saltaire

Saltaire Village Shipley

Follow Pollie by lamplight along the cobbled streets of Saltaire, listen to her story, learn all about Sir Titus Salt who built the village and why Saltaire, also hear about village life in the 19th Century. Walk along the Victorian streets taking in the main buildings beautifully illuminated, see the workers’ houses, visit the Bath and Wash house and The Grand Palace of Industry.

£8

Northern Ballet’s A Christmas Carol

Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, Leeds

One magical night. Three mysterious ghosts. Dickens’ timeless tale is reimagined through dance, music and storytelling which will transport you to Victorian England and leave your heart aglow. 7pm, mat 2pm. £20 - £72.

FREE GUIDED WALK

Marsden Park Golf Club Car Park, Nelson

A 2.5-hour walk, bring waterproofs, strong boots, and a light snack.

Faulty Towers – The Dining Experience

The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, Bradford

The world-renowned immersive phenomenon is currently celebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary as the world's most sought-after tribute to the BBC sitcom. Faulty Towers The Dining Experience is an unmissable, highly interactive comedy spectacular, where audiences enjoy a 3-course meal alongside 5-star comedy.

£62.75