25 August 2023 to 28 August 2023
BOLTON FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL
Bolton ,
Greater Manchester
One of the largest events of its kind anywhere in the UK the festival features hundreds of traders, live music, street entertainment, family fun and a wide range of food themed activities, plus celebrity chefs. boltonfoodanddrinkfestival.com
25 August 2023 to 28 August 2023.
boltonfoodanddrinkfestival.com
25 August 2023 to 27 August 2023
GREAT BRITISH RHYTHM & BLUES FESTIVAL
Town Centre, Colne
The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival, Britain’s largest and longest running event of its kind, is back with a bang. Each music venue is within easy reach of the main street, making this event not only Europe's best contemporary blues festival, but also one-of-a-kind and much-loved festival for people of the local area.
25 August 2023 to 27 August 2023.
bluesfestival.co.uk
26 August 2023 to 28 August 2023
Lytham World Food & Drink Festival 2023
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace,
Lytham St, Annes
Come along August Bank holiday weekend as an incredible selection of mouth watering and thirst quenching vendors take over gardens. This free to enter event hosts a variety of stalls and free family entertainment.
26 August 2023 to 28 August 2023.
lowtherpavilion.co.uk
1 September 2023 to 3 September 2023
The British Country Music Festival
Opera House, Winter Gardens ,
Blackpool
A music festival with over 100 artists on 4 indoor stages celebrating homegrown singer-songwriters of contemporary country music, Americana, roots and all the sub genres. Weekend ticket £97.50.
1 September 2023 to 3 September 2023.
britishcountrymusicfestival.com
2 September 2023 to 3 September 2023
Vintage by the Sea Festival
Morecambe Winter Gardens, Morecambe
Vintage By The Sea is a free family festival, celebrating the brilliance of timeless design, fashion, art, vehicles, entertainment and culture in Morecambe.
2 September 2023 to 3 September 2023.
vintagefestival.co.uk
9 September 2023 to 17 September 2023
Saltaire Festival
Various Venues, Saltaire ,
Saltaire
A celebration of the arts, community and the village’s unique history, the festival attracts more than 30,000 people to enjoy some 100+ events. This year it celebrates its 20th anniversary. Featuring exhibitions, music, arts and crafts, children’s activities, markets, fairs, food and drink, comedy and spoken word, dance and theatre.
9 September 2023 to 17 September 2023.
saltairefestival.co.uk
9 September 2023
Nelson Food & Drink Festival 2023
Nelson Town Centre, Scotland Road,
Nelson.
The 2023 Nelson Food and Drink Festival will return in style with a number of fantastic free attractions including live cooking demonstrations, entertainment for all the family and an extra special competition for local school children. Alongside the demonstrations, there will be over 30 food and drink stalls, offering incredible cuisine and an array of aromatic worldwide delights.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
nelsonfoodfestival.co.uk
9 September 2023 to 10 September 2023
FYLDE COAST FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL
Marine Hall, The Esplanade,,
Fleetwood
Come along to the annual Fylde Coast Food and Drink Festival. We will be joined by the best food and drink suppliers in our region and there’ll be lots to try and buy as well as plenty of street food cooking outside for lunch! 9th - 10th Sept. 10am - 4pm.
9 September 2023 to 10 September 2023.
discoverwyre.co.uk
10 September 2023
Fylde Coast Food and Drink Festival 2023
Marine Hall, The Esplanade,,
Fleetwood
This year’s event will showcase the finest food and drink from our region and with free entry, free parking and free entertainment and family activities. A fantastic, food-filled day out for all the family to enjoy!
8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
wyretheatres.co.uk
16 September 2023 to 18 September 2023
Lancashire Encounter Festival
Harris Museum ,
Preston
Lancashire Encounter brings a fusion of dance, music, theatre, food and community to Preston this Sept, to celebrate the inspiring creativity and diversity of Lancashire. Over three days and across eight locations, the festival offers an eclectic mix for everyone to encounter and enjoy.
16 September 2023 to 18 September 2023.
22 September 2023 to 24 September 2023
Morecambe Poetry Festival
Morecambe Winter Gardens, ,
Morecambe
A poetry festival featuring Carol Ann Duffy, Roger McGough, Henry Normal, Atilla the Stockbroker and many many more. Individual shows available. Various prices.
22 September 2023 to 24 September 2023.
23 September 2023 to 24 September 2023
Festival of History
Heskin Hall, Wood Lane,
Chorley
A celebration of British History with reenactors and displays for different parts of of our history, stalls, entertainment, our cafe at the manor & bar.
23 September 2023 to 24 September 2023.
heskinhall.com
6 October 2023 to 9 October 2023
YORKSHIRE DALES CHEESE FESTIVAL
YORKSHIRE DALES CHEESE FESTIVAL ,
Leyburn
The Festival celebrates the incredible produce of the Dales - cheese very much included! - with local businesses throughout the National Park hosting their own special events, menus and tastings to mark the occasion.
6 October 2023 to 9 October 2023.
yorkshiredales.org.uk
6 October 2023 to 8 October 2023
Keighley Arts and Film Festival
Old Sunwin House, Hanover Street,
Keighley
This year we celebrate Keighley’s past, present and future working with all our partners to deliver a fun and quirky festival experience for everyone to enjoy. The majority of events are free or low cost, so why not try something new or return to an old favourite.
6 October 2023 to 8 October 2023.
keighleycreative.org
12 October 2023 to 13 October 2023
Light Night Leeds – Arts & Light Festival
Royal Armouries Museum, Armouries Drive,,
Leeds
Light Night Leeds invites people to see the city in a new light and discover free arts events across the city centre. From large-scale light projections and interactive installations, to music, dance and street performances, there is always something for everyone. Free.
12 October 2023 to 13 October 2023.
royalarmouries.org
12 October 2023 to 15 October 2023
BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL 2023
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road,
Haworth
Over the weekend, the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is transformed into a 5-mile-long Beer & Music Festival. Our Event Weekend Rover allows unlimited travel on all trains and entry to Festival sites. Various prices.
12 October 2023 to 15 October 2023.
beerandmusic.co.uk
14 October 2023 to 15 October 2023
North West Bird Watching Festival 2023
WWT Martin Mere, Fish Lane, Burscough,
Nr Ormskirk
From guest speakers and exhibitors to photography workshops and guided reserve walks, there’s a whole range of activities for you to enjoy for a full day out from dawn till dusk. Adult £16.95, child £11, family £47.50.
14 October 2023 to 15 October 2023.
wwt.org.uk
20 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
Lightpool Festival 2023
Various Town Centre Locations ,
Blackpool
The award-winning Lightpool Festival returns for nine nights from October 20-28 with a spectacular programme of light-based art installations (some of them international premieres), live performances, 3D projection shows and family-friendly activities. Brace yourself for a visual extravaganza featuring electrifying world and UK premieres. Don't miss this chance to step into a world where imagination meets illumination! Free.
20 October 2023 to 28 October 2023.
visitblackpool.com
28 October 2023
Southport Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival
The Atkinson, Lord Street,
Southport
Come along to The Atkinson and celebrate everything that rock, rhythm and blues has to offer! Headliners Full House play Frankie Miller are supported by Susan Santos, Brave Rival, Vanja Sky, Gerry Jablonski Band and Ramblin’ Preachers. Early Bird £29, Advance £33, Doors £35.
2:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
theatkinson.co.uk
4 November 2023
Yorkshire Health & Wellbeing Festival
Victoria Hall, Keighley ,
Keighley
Explore complementary health practitioners and stalls, many offering taster sessions and delightful samples available for purchase on the day. Entry includes all the talks and workshops. £3 online each or 6 for £12 or £5 on the door.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
jodiannelaw.com
10 November 2023 to 11 November 2023
Bury Beer Festival 2023
The Met, Market Street,
Bury
Derby Hall will be taken over for two days of drinking and discussing brilliant beers from Bury’s local breweries. There’ll be brewery bars with a range of cask and keg creations from across the area, plus a cider bar, and a gin bar. There’ll also be entertainment, music, food.
£8.
10 November 2023 to 11 November 2023.
themet.org.uk
18 November 2023 to 19 November 2023
Clockmas Steampunk Festival
Heskin Hall, Wood Lane,
Chorley
Annual Christmas steampunk festival at Heskin Hall with stalls, live entertainment & more. Free entry.
18 November 2023 to 19 November 2023.
heskinhall.com
2 December 2023 to 3 December 2023
WinterFest
The Whitaker, Haslingden Road,
Rawtenstall
Choirs, music, mulled wine, festive food, makers market and more, taking place across the weekend. For the little ones, there might even be a visit from Father Christmas. Sat 12pm - 8pm, Sun 10am - 4pm.
2 December 2023 to 3 December 2023.
thewhitaker.org
12 January to 14 January
UK West Coast Folk Festival
Opera House, Winter Gardens ,
Blackpool
A 3-day West Coast Folk Festival 2024 coming to Blackpool - Winter Gardens on Fri 12th, to Sun 14th Jan 2024 across 3 days, with 3 stages and 33 acts. For further information on all of the acts announced so far, check out the festival website. Weekend ticket £185.20.
12 January to 14 January.
wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
31 January
Celtic Fiddle Festival
Settle Victoira Hall, Kirkgate,
Settle
Fiddlers Kevin Burke (Ireland), Yuna Léon (Brittany, France) and Capercaillie’s own Charlie McKerron showcase a fascinating juxtaposition of international and individual styles.
£21,50.
8:00 pm to 10:30 pm.
settlevictoriahall.org.uk
9 February to 25 February
Dark Skies Festival
Yorkshire Dales National Park, Duncombe Place,
York
Local businesses in and around the Yorkshire Dales National Park are hosting various events to help visitors get under the starry skies and experience the best of the Yorkshire Dales by night. Events and activities that took place as part of the 2023 Festival were stargazing talks with expert astronomers at some of the best locations in the Park, night-time fell running, astro-photography and canoeing in the dark. There are also plenty of family friendly fun such as rocket making, nocturnal wildlife talks, planet trails and dark skies crafts.
9 February to 25 February.
yorkshiredales.org.uk
9 February to 10 February
Love Folk Festival 2024
The Atkinson, Lord Street,
Southport
Come along to The Atkinson for Love Folk Festival; a celebration of traditional, upcoming and alternative folk music.
£50.
9 February to 10 February.
theatkinson.co.uk
9 February to 10 February
Ilkley Beer Festival
King’s Hall, Station Road,
Ilkley
The festival offers over 20,000 pints of cask ales, craft beers and ciders, as well as wine, Prosecco and a popular gin bar. A full line-up of breweries and beers on show will be released in the days before Ilkley Beer Festival. £17.50 - £20.
9 February to 10 February.
ilkleybeerfestival.org.uk
16 February to 18 February
Rhubarb Festival
Wakefield City Centre ,
Wakefield
Rhubarb lovers rejoice – Wakefield’s celebration of its most famous vegetable, the Rhubarb Festival, returns to paint the city pink for three days. Expect a whole new programme of chef demos and expand your culinary skills!
16 February to 18 February.
expwake.co/rhubarbfest
29 February to 2 March
Bradford Beer and Cider Festival 2024
Victoria Hall, Victoria Road,,
Saltaire
Bradford CAMRA is proud to present the Bradford Beer and Cider Festival 2024. There will be over 110 real ales, real ciders and perries, wines, global beers, and craft keg beers, as well as great food, live music and our world-famous tombola.
29 February to 2 March.
bradfordcamra.org.uk
7 March to 10 March
Yorkshire Games Festival
The National Science and Media Museum, Pictureville,
Bradford
A unique festival of all things gaming. Celebrating games culture, design, and production with special industry guests. From masterclasses to networking events, to free gameplay and workshops, there’ll be lots for everyone to enjoy.
7 March to 10 March.
https://www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk/
1 April
Ormskirk VeganFest 2024
Ormskirk Town Centre, Moor Street,
Ormskirk
Celebrating a plant based life.. Amazing foods, drink & handmade items made with no animal bi-product. Enjoy a day savouring fabulous food! Free entry and parking.
11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://artisannetwork.co.uk/
19 April to 24 April
Annual Flower Festival
Lytham Hall, Ballam Rd,,
Lytham St Annes,
A wonderful event that encourages everyone to enjoy this heritage attraction filled with the floral joys of spring. Adult £12, child £7. No need to book, pay on entrance.
19 April to 24 April.
https://www.lythamhall.org.uk/
30 April to 2 May
Banff Mountain Film Festival
Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square,
Leeds
The Banff Mountain Film Festival features a brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography! Experience an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen!
£18.
30 April to 2 May.
https://www.carriageworkstheatre.co.uk/
3 May to 4 May
Wetherby Beer Festival
Grange Park ,
Wetherby
Two Days, 35+ Beers, Gin Bar, Champagne Lounge, Fabulous local food, live music and entertainment for the kids. All profits will go to a great local cause: Grange Park home to grassroots Rugby, Cricket and Football. Various prices.
3 May to 4 May.
www.wetherbybeerfest.com
9 May to 11 May
Clitheroe Beer Festival
The Assembly Hall of St Michael & St John’s, Lowergate,
Clitheroe
The festival theme for CBF24 is 'A Day at the Races!' We'll have beers sourced from breweries near racecourses or with horse racing related names. Make sure you visit early as they won't be around furlong! Entry £4, after 6pm £5.
9 May to 11 May.
https://clitheroebeerfestival.co.uk/
15 May to 31 May
Blackpool Dance Festival
Winter Gardens, Blackpool
The Blackpool Dance Festival began in 1920 in the Empress Ballroom. The Festival covers Ballroom and Latin American dancing, incorporating the British Open Championships for Adult Amateur and Professional couples, plus Formation Teams. Various times & prices.
15 May to 31 May.
https://www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk/
1 June
Castleford Roman Festival
Castleford Town Centre ,
Castleford
Come along on Sat 1st June to celebrate Castleford’s Roman heritage during a family fun day. Explore a roman-themed market with demonstrations, family activities, street food, roman trails, photo opportunities and plenty of street entertainment. Free.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://experiencewakefield.co.uk/
1 June
Chorley Food and Drink Festival
Chorley Town Centre, Chorley
Your favourite food festival with a twist, visitors can enjoy local and independent food traders and see heritage-style entertainment!
11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://checkoutchorley.com/
7 June to 9 June
CLIVIGER SOUNDS MUSIC FESTIVAL
The Kettledrum Estate, Red Lees Road,
Burnley
Cliviger Sounds 2024 festival of music coming to the area between 7th - 9th June. This weekend will feature some of the biggest names in the music industry. £25 per day.
7 June to 9 June.
https://blcgroup.co.uk/
28 June to 7 July
Bradford Literature Festival
Bradford City Centre, Various venues,
Bradford
Bradford Literature Festival is regarded as one of the most inspiring festivals in the United Kingdom. Over 300 events take place in historic venues over the course of ten days, celebrating the written and spoken word in all of its glorious forms.
28 June to 7 July.
https://www.bradfordlitfest.co.uk/
29 June
Festival of Culture 2024
Various Venues in Nelson ,
Nelson
A major annual event celebrating art and culture. A family fun-day which will celebrate people, environment and culture through music, arts and crafts, food stalls, fun fair rides, community conversations and much more.
All day.
https://www.buildingbridgespendle.org.uk/
3 July to 7 July
Lytham Festival
Lytham Green, Lytham St. Annes
2024 Headliners - Day Tickets · Hozier · Shania Twain · Courteeners · Madness · James UK Festival Exclusive Orchestral Performance. Various prices.
3 July to 7 July.
https://www.lythamfestival.com/
24 August to 26 August
Lowther’s Food & Drink Festival 2024
Lowther Gardens ,
Lytham St. Annes
A Bank Holiday weekend of food, drink and free entertainment out in the historic, edwardian gardens. Free but donations welcome.
24 August to 26 August.
https://lowtherpavilion.co.uk/
27 August
Burnley Canal Festival
Finsley Gate Wharf ,
Burnley
Free family friendly festival celebrating Burnley’s canalside. Lots of activities, workshops and live music.
All day.
https://burnleycanalfestival.org/
1 September
Fylde Coast Food & Drink Festival
Marine Hall, The Esplanade,,
Fleetwood
Show casing showcase the finest food and drink from across our region. There will be lots to try and buy including cakes and coffee, cheese and chutney's, pies and puddings, wines and beers and lots more. There will be fun for all the family as well as free live entertainment.
Free.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://www.marinehall.co.uk/
4 September to 7 September
The Ramsbottom Jigsaw Festival 10
St. Paul’s Church, Bridge St,,
Ramsbottom
Hundreds of completed jigsaw puzzles - see one you want to buy and we'll break it up for you to take away and enjoy making for yourself.
£2.
4 September to 7 September.
https://www.visitbury.com/
14 September
Nelson Food & Drink Festival 2024
Nelson Shuttle, Scotland Road,
Nelson
TikTok and Instagram star, Shabaz Ali also known as 'Shabaz Says', will headline the free-to-attend Nelson Food & Drink Festival. The event will feature over 30 food and drink stalls. Free.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://www.nelsonfoodfestival.co.uk/
17 October to 20 October
BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road,
Haworth
Over the weekend, the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is transformed into a 5-mile-long Beer & Music Festival. There will be a wide selection of beers (mostly real ales) from all over the country to choose from. Arguably one of the the North’s best Beer & Music Festivals and one of the KWVR’s biggest events. Live music throughout the weekend.
17 October to 20 October.
https://beerandmusic.co.uk/
18 November
LEEDS CREATIVE SKILLS FESTIVAL 2024
Royal Armouries Museum, Armouries Drive,,
Leeds
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of the creative and cultural scene at the Leeds Creative Skills Festival. Connect with industry leaders, potential employers, and like-minded individuals to explore exciting career opportunities and pathways into the sector.
All day.
https://royalarmouries.org/leeds