The Story of Ireland
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, Colne"The Story Of Ireland" is a journey through the story of the Emerald Isle.Through narration, poetry and song we are taken through Irish history from the Celtic times, through various famous historical moments, famous characters who helped shape the culture of the country. If you like Irish music, and all things Irish you will enjoy this show.
Meat Loaf by Candlelight
Bradford Cathedral 1 Stott Hill, BradfordJoin us for an incredible night of Meat Loaf Anthems, performed in the beautiful Bradford Cathedral by candlelight. Featuring a live cast of West End singers including stars of the West End production of ‘Bat Out of Hell’, accompanied by an incredible live rock band. £15 - £40.
Haworth 1940s Weekend
Haworth Village Main Street, HaworthHaworth hosts one of the biggest and best 1940s events in the UK. The village is transformed with decoration, stalls, dances and re-enactments along Main Street and the park. Join us in a 1940s costume for lots of dancing and merriment.
THE PROCLAIMERS
Opera House, Winter Gardens BlackpoolStrikingly individual, twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid emerged 35 years ago with their debut album This Is The Story and Top 3 single Letter from America. Since then their enduring appeal across generations has have over the years seen them enjoy huge success across the globe.
A Celebration of Simon & Garfunkel
Glusburn Community & Arts Centre Colne Road, GlusburnNo make-up, wigs or costumes - just two great musicians performing some of Simon & Garfunkel’s classic songs in an intimate and relaxed way.
UB40 – PROMISES & LIES
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonThe worlds premier show in celebration of ‘The Kings of Reggae’ experience all the hits From The UB40 Years culminating in over 100 Million record sales.
The Searchers: Thank You Tour 2023
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxTheir all-evening presentations, so professionally put together and packed with their chart hits and more, have made them a major attraction in theatres across the U.K. Don`t miss your very last chance to catch the final appearance of a truly legendary band. Appropriately the tour, at the request of The Searchers themselves, has been given a title. Thank You.
The Christians
Renowned for their distinctive, soulful songs, The Christians burst onto the scene in the late Eighties, when their debut album, also named The Christians, sold over 2 million copies.
Showtime
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterAn action-packed performance from local dance school JB School of Dance. Showcasing ballet, tap, musical theatre, lyrical, street and much more. 1.30pm & 5.30pm.
WRCC – COLT MURPHY
Colne Legion Club Keighley Road, ColneCountry & Western afternoon. Refreshments available. All are welcome. Entry £3.
Motown in Motion
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnFeaturing over two hours of Motown classics, this show is one of the most authentic tributes to the music that shook the world from the 60's to 70's.
Stanley Grange Gala Concert
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnAn afternoon of song, dance, and laughter with our resident performers, 'GO on Tour!' This special show will include the stars of Stanley Grange, a purpose-built community for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.
Dial M for Murder
Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, BingleyMade famous by Alfred Hitchcock’s film of 1954, the play is essential viewing for suspense fans. If you are currently watching repeats of his 1950’s show ‘Alfred Hitchcock Presents’ (Sky Arts), then you will love the live version of this classic.
The Sleeping Beauty: Live from Royal Ballet
Magic and fairytale characters are brought to life through ballet in this well-known family favourite. Adult £16.60, child £10.50.
Mark Steel: An Evening and a Little Bit of a Morning
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsThere is so much to yell about. There’s the modern world in which you spend so long trying to work out iTunes, that it’s easier to form a band and learn the songs.
An Audience with Liverpool Legends
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterThe Ultimate evening of Liverpool legends with Ronnie Whelan, Steve McMahon and Jan Molby on stage together hosted by Jed Stone. The evening will be full of entertainment and banter as you can well expect, so sit back and enjoy!
The Game’s Afoot
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonIt is 1936, and Broadway star William Gillette, admired the world over for his leading role in the play Sherlock Holmes, has invited his fellow cast members to his Connecticut castle for a weekend of revelry. Presented by Preston Drama Club.
Opera North’s Requiem
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsIn Opera North’s latest collaboration with Phoenix Dance Theatre, Dane Hurst (West Side Story Symphonic Dances) directs and choreographs the Requiem alongside a new work created with guest artists from South Africa. In this cross-cultural production, Phoenix and performing artists from South Africa will join forces with the Chorus and Orchestra of Opera North conducted by Garry Walker in a unique response to the grief experienced by so many around the world during the pandemic. 7pm, Sun mat 2.30pm. From £15.
Bands on the Square
The Square BarnoldswickBands On The Square (BOTS) is a iconic music event where we present the best bands & artists from the area on a custom built stage on the town square. Free.
An Audience with Liverpool legends
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnThe Ultimate evening of Liverpool legends with Ronnie Whelan, Steve McMahon and Jan Molby on stage together hosted by Jed Stone. The evening will be full of entertainment and banter as you can well expect, so sit back and enjoy!
SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL
Civic Arts Centre & Theatre 155 Union Road, AccringtonSoul Kinda Wonderful are the UK’s No 1 Tribute to the legendary Drifters. Their show combines The Drifters greatest hits along with other classic Motown & Soul favourites from artistes such as The Four Tops & The Temptations this is Soul and Motown at its very best.
1940s Weekend
East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, BuryWe’ll meet again in May 2023 for some good, old fashioned vintage excitement. The event makes a triumphant return with music, living history displays and plenty of period appropriate fashion. Save the date for some forties fun.
Saltaire Arts Trail
Saltaire Village Victoria Road, SaltaireThe Arts Trail prides itself in reaching out to new audiences and making art accessible to all by using imaginative venues – the internationally recognised Salts Mill, public buildings, the homes of Saltaire residents and outdoor spaces around Saltaire, to display visual art outside of traditional settings, as well as delivering new exhibitions and commissions.
In the Night Garden Live!
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordPip-pip, onk-onk! Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, MakkaPakka and friends are back in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day! You’ll see all your favourite characters beautifully brought to life with full-size costumes, magical puppets, and enchanting music. 10am, 1pm & 4pm. £17 - £21.
Darwen Live 2023
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenWe are once again proud to host the second official stage for the annual Darwen Live festival. We have both the auditorium stage and the cafe bar stage offering a bit of everything for everyone.
The Greatest Magician
Glusburn Community & Arts Centre Colne Road, GlusburnA dazzling new magic show, presented by the magician most infamous for jamming the BBC switchboard after he correctly predicted the lottery, this enigmatic, 5 star rated show promises to leave you dizzy in disbelief!
Europhoria
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnA live celebration of 65 years of the world's greatest pop show! Eurovision has provided a platform for artists such as Abba, Celine Dion, Julio Iglesias as well as Britain's Bucks Fizz, Bonnie Tyler, Cliff Richard and many more.
The 309s
Settle Victoria Hall Kirkgate, SettleWest Yorkshire 5 piece, The 309s, have spent the last 14 years rocking and rolling their swing jive repertoire at events all over the country. Think Hank Williams, Bob Wills and Louis Jordan joining forces to make a classic 20th century sound that is the roots of Rock and Roll.
THE ILLEGAL EAGLES
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonThis critically acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including ’Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘New Kid In Town’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’ and many more…
Pendle Powerfest
Nelson & Colne College Scotland Road, NelsonFamily fun Motorshow Cars, Bikes, and random vehicles are all on show. Fire Engines - Movie Cars Model Trains, Cars, Racing Music and entertainment. £5 per adult - accompanied under 12 are free.
High Jinx
Civic Arts Centre & Theatre 155 Union Road, AccringtonDirect from the Blackpool Tower Circus and the Sooty Show Live, The high jinx show is back on tour with a fast paced fun Family show filled with amazing tricks, grand illusions & crazy circus thrills performed by Michael Jordan and the Fantastic high jinx dancers. £12.50 - £14.50.
MINISTRY OF SCIENCE
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyMinistry of Science - Science Saved the World. This year saw Science lead the way in getting our lives back to normal. Now, the UK’s favourite science team are back and more explosive than ever! Join our presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look how science shapes the modern world we live in with a few loud bangs along the way! Adult £18, child £17, family £66.
National Theatre: Best of Enemies (Screening)
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsDavid Harewood (Homeland) and Zachary Quinto (Star Trek) play feuding political rivals in James Graham’s (Sherwood) multi-award winning new drama.
UK Pink Floyd Experience
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterCelebrating 50 years since the release of their iconic album The Dark Side of The Moon, UK Pink Floyd Experience recreate the sights and sounds of the legendary band in concert.
Book Fair
Settle Victoria Hall Kirkgate, SettleA huge selection of second hand, antiquarian, collectable and out-of-print books, maps & ephemera.
The Singing Mermaid
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterWith three skilled performers, beautiful puppets and music & songs by Barb Jungr (We’re Going on a Bear Hunt), Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks’ much-loved story is a perfect treat for all the family. Tues 2pm & 4pm, Wed 11am.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsCreated by Jonathan Rockefeller, the critically acclaimed The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is a vibrant celebration of Eric Carle’s adored classics and the perfect introduction to live theatre. Various times and prices.
Cardboard Carnival
The Muni Theatre ColneThis is "Carnival of the Animals" but not as we know it. Dissected for body part potential to create the "ultimate animal", we take inspiration from the music by Camille Saint-Saëns, a little help from Charles Darwin and a whole lot of cardboard to mash up a show full of puppet possibility. Ages 4yrs - 104yrs.
Tea & talk club
Temple Newsam Temple Newsam Road, LeedsJoin us on the last Wednesday of every month for an hour of sociable history in Temple Newsam House. This month Community Curator Aleks Fagelman will uncover the long history of Leeds Industrial Museum and the textile industry in Leeds more widely.
Hartleys Auctioneers Valuation Day
Manor House Castle Yard, IlkleyBring your items along and Ruth and Charles will examine the item and give a view on its history and value. Items preferably should be ones that you can easily carry.
Family Board Game Day
Horse + Bamboo Waterfoot, RossendaleJoin us for a day of board gaming fun, as company 'Cards or Die' bring their enormous array of board games over to our cafe. So many to choose from and they'll even help teach you how to play them. Drop in session. Free.
THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyCruisin for a Bluesin The Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back together and are ‘Cruisin for a Bluesin’ taking you to the music capitals of the USA for one night of spectacular live music. Adult £26.50, child £16.50.
HOME ELECTRIK LIVE ORCHESTRA
Civic Arts Centre & Theatre 155 Union Road, AccringtonA sensational 7 piece tribute to ELO, a 2 hr show featuring orchestral section, playing all the greatest hits to get you on your feet.
Justin Moorhouse – Stretch & Think
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyHe's come a long way since winning the City Life Comedian of the Year and is now established as one of the hottest and most exciting names on the comedy circuit. Justin is back, still funny, yet middle aged. A brand new show. Come, it'll be fun.
Fleetwood Bac
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnFLEETWOOD BAC are the world’s first and best Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band, endorsed by Mick Fleetwood himself, the only Mac tribute to authentically replicate the classic ‘Rumours’ line-up.
CALLING PLANET EARTH
The Muni Theatre ColneBack By Popular Demand! “The Show That Defines A Decade” Featuring songs from now legendary artists such as Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, The Human League, Ultravox, Tears For Fears and many more. Advance: £23.50, Door: £26.50
Skipton Car Show
Skipton High Street SkiptonSkipton Car Show will return this year and you can expect to see hundreds of classic and vintage cars lining the High Street. All day event.
Real Food Ilkley Market
Real Food Ilkley Market The Grove, IlkleyReal Food Ilkley Market offers produce from fresh bread, cakes and gluten free bakes to curry sauces, cheeses, condiments and crepes. Stalls also include organic meat and veg, brownies, truffles and herbs from local producers and independent retailers. First Sunday of every month.
STEAMING DAY AT BANCROFT MILL ENGINE MUSUEM
Bancroft Mill Engine Museum Gillians Lane, BarnoldswickOn these days you can see our Engines and looms in operation, we have guided tours which explain the history of the mill, and the museum, and we aim to answer as many of your questions as we can. Gift shop and cafe. 4th & 25th June. Adult £6, concs £5, child £3, Family £15. Free parking.
MENS DEN SUPPORT PEER GROUP
The Open Door Centre 1 Great George Street, ColneA peer support group specifically for men. The Men's Den is an established, welcoming, confidential and supportive group. Every Wed. Free.