Rapunzel
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxJoin Easter panto favourites Wally, Dame Dolly and Fairy Tale as they embark on a quest to break an enchantment that keeps Rapunzel locked away in her tower… 3pm & 7pm. £18 - £21/50.
Guided History Walk
Hurst GreenA guided history walk uncovering the route taken by Oliver Cromwell and the New Model Army through the Hodder Valley on route to fight the Battle of Preston, August 1648. Dogs on leads allowed. 6 miles. Uneven ground, fields, lanes and tracks with some steeper climbs. Booking essential. £6, concs £3. Please contact Nick Burton (All Routes North) email nickburton66@hotmail.com
Rio Gold
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxRio Gold, the ultimate Spandau Ballet and Duran Duran tribute. This top five piece band consisting of: Vocals, Guitar, Keyboards, Bass, Drums and Sax have a wealth of musical experience.
TOTALLY TINA
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonCome shake a tail feather with the UK’s supreme Tina – Justine Riddoch – and her talented cast. This breathtaking recreation of a live Tina Turner concert celebrates her golden anniversary.
Simply Dylan
The Muni Theatre ColneSimply Dylan is as straightforward as the title suggests: no frills, no gimmicks and no pretence. Led by front man John O'Connell, the band delivers a tribute to Bob Dylan celebrating the rich and diverse work of the award-winning artist. £20 - £25.
Rapunzel
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyJoin your favourites Wally, Dame Dolly and Fairy Tale as they embark on a quest to break an enchantment that keeps Rapunzel locked away in her tower… But the wicked sorceress Gothel has other plans for Rapunzel and her ever-lengthening hair! Will Rapunzel escape? Find out as Anton Benson Productions return to Burnley with their brand-new hair-larlious Easter pantomime adventure for 2023! 1pm & 4.30pm. £15.50 - £17.50.
Tony Parkes Legends V Wright – TV Soap Stars
Clitheroe Football Club Shawbridge St,, ClitheroeCelebrity charity event with stars from Emmerdale & Hollyoaks and ex players from Blackburn Rovers & Blackpool. Marc Darcy charity cup. Adult £5.50, child £3.30.
Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsDirect from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story. 7.30pm. Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £15 - £45.
THE LEGENDS OF AMERICAN COUNTRY SHOW
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyNow seen by over 350,000 fans live and watched by millions on TV Europe’s No.1 multi award winning show " The Legends of American Country " returns for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country nostalgia.
PILATES AT TRAWDEN COMMUNITY CENTRE
Trawden Community CentrePilates class weekly on a Tuesday. Why not come along join in the fun and meet like minded people from our community. Tel: 07763506101.
The James Oliver Band
Barnoldswick Music & Art Centre Rainhall Road, BarnoldswickJames plays blues, rockabilly, rock and country…it's all here in one explosive pickin package'. Prepare to be blown away.
Test Match Special Live: The Ashes
St. George's Hall Bridge Street, BradfordAfter a sell-out live tour in 2022, the Test Match Special team are back on the road - and this time, the Ashes are at stake! Join Jonathan ‘Aggers’ Agnew and Australia bowling legend Glenn McGrath for an evening of stories, memories and predictions ahead of a massive Ashes summer. £22 - £47.
Gaslight
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonGas Light is a psychological thriller, set in the Victorian times, written in 1938 by the British novelist and playwright Patrick Hamilton. Presented by The Hall Players and directed by Maureen Nickson.
ROH LIVE: THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO
Everyman Cinema Holmes Mill, ClitheroeServants Figaro and Susanna are filled with excitement on their wedding day, but there’s a hitch: their employer, the Count Almaviva, has dishonourable intentions of his own towards the bride-to-be. £16 - £21.
Ribble Valley Jazz & Blues Festival 2023
The Grand Theatre 18 York Street, ClitheroeIt showcases the very best of Jazz & Blues in all it's genres and brings together performers from across the world to focus upon Clitheroe. Various venues in Clitheroe.
Blackpool Model Tramway Exhibition
Solaris Centre Harrowside, New south Promenade, BlackpoolLayouts & Displays, Demonstrations, Trade Support, Refreshments available. Sat 29th April 10am - 5pm, Sun 30th April 10am - 4pm. Adults £6, child £4.
OH WHAT A NIGHT!
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonOH WHAT A NIGHT! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. £22.50 - £24.50.
One-Day Painting Retreat
1 Hirst |Mill Hirst Mill Crescent, SaltaireOne-day painting retreat, based in the most picturesque Saltaire location. Take one day out just for yourself, and fulfil your creativity by applying paint on canvas while indulging in the immediate surroundings of nature.
BILLY OCEAN
Opera House Winter Gardens, BlackpoolBilly Ocean is Britain’s biggest black recording star, with worldwide record sales of over thirty million and six top ten singles on both sides of the Atlantic. The very best of Billy Ocean performing his favourite hits and fan favourites. £32.75 - £62.
Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra
St. George's Hall Bridge Street, BradfordBradford Festival Choral Society and Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra bring you a sublime evening of classical masterpieces. £16.50 - £33.
The Diana Ross Story: In The Name of Love
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThe World’s premier show in celebration of Diana Ross and The Supremes! Theatre audiences prepare to be taken on a spellbinding journey visiting one of the greatest musical stories ever told.
Super Soap Box Challenge
Bradford City Centre Various venues, BradfordCome along on Sunday 1st May 2022 to watch brave soapbox racers hurtle down our huge ramp... It’ll be a great day out for all the family with continual commentary and all the action visible on large format screens. As well as the excitement on the course itself, there’ll be a funfair, live music and lots of food and drink concessions to choose from. Various times.
Bank Holiday Spectacular
Affinity Lancashire Outlet Anchorage Road, FleetwoodCome and marvel at the circus skills of Catch the Clown between 12 and 4pm at Affinity Lancashire in Fleetwood. There's free face painting, plus you can get your free caricature created too!
RVJB Festival Present Swing City Big Band
St. Mary's Centre Church Street, ClitheroeSwing City Big Band will perform their Bond Movies concert, presenting songs and music from some of the 27 Bond movies in a 2 hour show. Under 25s £5.
Jack of Diamonds
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyA comedy by Marcia Cash and Douglas Hughes. Directed by Mike Ellison.
Peter James’ Wish You Were Dead
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsAdapted exclusively for the stage, Wish You Were Dead is the latest thrilling instalment of the Grace series most successful modern day crime stage franchise, since Agatha Christie. 7.30pm. Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £28 - £49.
Julius Caesar
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordThe Royal Shakespeare Company returns to Bradford with a fast-paced political thriller, directed by Atri Banerjee. Julius Caesar. A divisive leader who holds awesome power. 7.30pm Thurs & Sat mat 2pm. £18.50 - £34.50.
Clitheroe Country Market
Clitheroe United Reformed Church Castlegate, ClitheroeClitheroe Country Market every Tuesday morning between March and Dec. Lots of homemade, hand crafted and home grown produce from this local cooperative social enterprise.
LADOS presents Sister Act
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterThis is a musical sent from above so make sure you don’t miss this must-see show which raises the spirits and warms the soul… 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
St. George's Hall BradfordPersonally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups. £32 - £47.
Abigail’s Party
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportAbigail’s Party was premièred at the Hampstead Theatre in 1977, with the role of Beverly being immortalised by Alison Steadman. A record sixteen million people watched its broadcast as Play for Today, underlining its status as a true modern classic and national treasure. Presented by London Classic Theatre and directed by Michael Cabot. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. £21 - £25.
NOT SO CRAFTY
The Open Door Centre 1 Great George Street, ColneOur Not So Crafty (Art & Craft Group) is for all individuals of all abilities. It is a fun and creative group which is welcoming to all. Every Thurs. Free.
The D-Day Darlings: King’s Coronation Tour
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsTo celebrate the King’s Coronation and the UK’s Premier wartime act, The D-Day Darlings present their sensational coronation celebration show. A show suitable for the whole family. Not to be missed!
Sarah Smout – Eyjar
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonSarah is a cellist-singer and environmental activist, creating music and poetry deeply rooted in nature and place. Adult £12.50, under 18s £10.
Coldplace – The World’s Leading Tribute to Coldplay
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesThe World’s Leading Tribute to Coldplay is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the music of one of the most successful bands of all time. Adult £23.00, child £11.50.
Skipton Comedy Live
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonJoin us as Plane Comedy present some of the best stand-up the UK has to offer hosted by MC Colin Manford (yes he happens to be Jason’s little brother).
Coronation of King Charles III Live Stream
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesTo celebrate the coronation of King Charles III, we will be live screening the Coronation on the big screen in our main auditorium. Although the live stream of the event is free of charge, this is a ticketed event where you will also get a slice of cake.
The Coronation Stream
Bradford Cathedral 1 Stott Hill, BradfordOn the 6th May The Coronation of King Charles III will be live-streamed on our big screen, with the opportunity to participate in an act of worship. Broadcast time to be announced soon. Self-service refreshments will also be available.
King Charles Coronation Celebrations
The Piece Hall 1 Blackledge, HalifaxTo celebrating the King’s Coronation there will be screening of the coronation in the courtyard. There will also be a day of festivities with music from local artists, workshops and community groups attending to share information about what they do. Great family day out.
Roberts Park Parkrun Celebrates the Coronation
Roberts Park Higher Coach Road, SaltaireYou can expect the usual fancy dress, cake, selfie frame, prizes for best fancy dress and the most fun you could possibly have on a Saturday morning. Free.
Coronation Celebrations at Accrington Market Hall
Accrington Market Hall Peel Street, AccringtonAccrington Market Hall will be host to a coronation party. Activities throughout the day will include a disco, a royal timeline, theatre style performance, crown making crafts and pop up stalls.
The Coronation of King Charles in Skipton
Canal Basin Bridge Street, SkiptonCome along to the Canal Basin and celebrate the Coronation of Charles III. The big screen will be be located on the canal basin where you can sit back and relax in the deck chairs provided. Throughout the day you can relax with a drink from the bar and enjoy something to eat. The children will be entertained with the crafting stalls.
Real Markets Skipton Coronation Special
Canal Basin Bridge Street, SkiptonOur fantastic producers, makers and traders will be part of the big party atmosphere at Skipton Canal Basin which includes family activities, kids' crafts and a big screen to watch the day's events.
Nelson’s King Charles III Coronation Celebration
Nelson Town Centre Scotland Road, Nelson.An exciting line-up of events to celebrate the King's Coronation. A giant screen to watch the Coronation live! Roaming street artists, a main stage including live performances from The Take That Experience and other entertainment, picnic area, children's entertainment. Fun day out for all the family.
Picnic in the Park
Astley Park Chorley, LancashireIn celebration of the coronation of King Charles III, Chorley Council has decided to move the family favourite to Sat, May 6th, allowing visitors to watch the historic event on a big screen. Park goers will be able to enjoy their picnics with live entertainment, things to do for all the family, along with being able to watch the King be crowned.
CORONATION OF HM KING CHARLES III
Colne Citadel Market Street, Colne.Come and celebrate the coronation. Buffet, beverages, live music and televised coronation. Dress up if you wish. £5 per person, payment on the gate.
Burnley Royal Tea Party
Town Square St James’s Street, BurnleyBurnley will host a Royal Tea Party in Town Square on St James’s Street to mark the coronation of King Charles III. A cream tea lunch will be accompanied by acoustic acts to create a royally entertaining afternoon. Ticket office at Burnley Mechanics Theatre.
Coronation Celebrations at The Shireburn Arms
The Shireburn Arms Whalley Rd, Hurst Green, ClitheroeCome along for a royal day out in celebration of the King’s Coronation. From noon, the coronation will be showing on the big screen. Afternoon tea fit for a king will be served. Kids can enjoy garden games and royal activities, alongside a delicious picnic. Afternoon tea £19.95, child's picnic £9.95.
FLEETWOOD BAC
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyFleetwood Bac are the world’s first and best Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band.
Brighouse & Rastrick Band Coronation Concert
St. George's Hall BradfordTo coincide with the King's Coronation, the band will be performing a special concert in the evening to commemorate the occasion. £18 - £21.