MAGGIE MAY- THE ROD STEWART YEARS
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyMaggie May is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the most charismatic superstars of our time featuring Rob Wright and his amazing live band.
The Magic of Motown
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxCome celebrate as we Reach Out and show you there Ain’t No Mountain High Enough with the biggest Motown party of the year.
Kyla Brox Band
Horse & Bamboo 679 Bacup Road, Waterfoot, RossendaleBlues and soul become inextricably entwined in award-winning singer-songwriter, Kyla Brox, whose raw talent has seen her described as “the finest female blues singer of her generation”. £8 - £10.
Baildon Farmers Market
Lower Ian Clough Car Park Browgate, BaildonBaildon Farmers Market is a monthly food market that’s rated one of the finest in the UK, and the best in Yorkshire!
Victorian Christmas Market
Bradford Industrial Museum 235 Moorside Rd, Eccleshill, Bradford, United KingdomThe market will feature lots of stalls. There will also be a visit from Santa (£6 per child includes gift) Come visit the alpacas, see our wonderful Chimney Sweeps, listen to the brass band, see if you can make Scrooge smile and more... Entry Adult £2, children free.
CHRISTMAS IN COLNE 2023
Colne Town Centre ColneWe have such a jam packed day in store for you including a wide variety of free stage entertainment from 12pm, free entertainment throughout the Town Centre, children's fun fair rides, a huge Christmas Market, a firework finale plus so much more!
SANTA’S DISCO THROUGH THE DECADES
Oaks Hotel Burnley Colne Road, BurnleyWith all the classic floor fillers from all corners of the globe, Santa’s got some tunes to get you dancing, so lets get this party started! Come to our venue and enjoy an amazing night with great food, great friends and all the xmas hits for you to dance the night away to. Two course meal. 7:00 pm to 2:00 am.
The Diana Ross Story – In The Name of Love
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnThe 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.
LANCASHIRE NIGHT
Christ Church Keighley Road, ColneCome and celebrate Lancashire culture and heritage through music and song. A Lancashire Hotpot supper is included in the price.
Sarah Millican : Late Bloomer
St. George's Hall BradfordLate Bloomer, Sarah’s brand-new stand-up show. Come along, laugh at her, with her, beside her.
Claire Martin Trio
Square Chapel Arts Centre 10 Square Road, HalifaxMulti award-winning jazz singer Claire Martin is joined by a world-class trio of musicians for her Square Chapel debut - featuring a sparkling selection of music inspired by, and drawn from, The Great American Songbook.
Jo Caulfield: Here Comes Trouble
Settle Victoira Hall Kirkgate, SettleVoted Comedians’ Comedian of The Year 2021/2022, Jo Caulfield is quite simply one of the most consistently funny and creative comics in the country.
BACKBEATS BAND
Colne Legion Club Keighley Road, ColneBrilliant local musicians. Very popular in the area.
Christmas Fair at Samlesbury Hall
Samlesbury Hall Preston New Road, PrestonWander through the Hall and browse a variety stalls displaying local products from across our beautiful county. The Heritage Cafe will be open serving delicious Christmas Lunches. Mulled Wine will be available alongside plenty of mince pies, and hot turkey sandwiches (and other Christmas treats!). Free entry.
Christmas Fayre at HAPPA
Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, BurnleyLocal businesses, artisans and craft makers will ensure a shopper’s paradise event held in the indoor arena. Ticket entry includes access to HAPPA as well as the Christmas Fayre.
D-DAY DARLINGS
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyThe UK’s premier wartime group, The D-Day Darlings, were signed to Sony Music UK after reaching the finals in ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent. In 2018, their debut album, “I’ll Remember You”, reached number 15 in the official album charts, receiving a Silver Disc for over 60,000 sales.
West to East – A Musical Journey: Presented by Halifax Symphony Orchestra
Square Chapel Arts Centre 10 Square Road, HalifaxA journey of musical discovery across Europe; from the opera houses of Paris via Seville, stopping off in the Tsarist concert halls St Petersberg before letting loose at the grand Carnival in Prague before finally reaching the shores of the Caspian Sea and the gateway to the East. £3 - £14.
Mostly Autumn
The Met Market Street, BuryProgressive rock band Mostly Autumn take inspiration from the classic sounds of seventies rock, whilst also taking the music forward into the future. £20 - £24.
Jesus Christ Superstar
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordWith music and lyrics by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. Jesus Christ Superstar is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ, as seen through the eyes of Judas. 7.30pm. Wed mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £19.50 - £49.50.
Shrek The Musical
Grand Opera House YorkBased on the Oscar winning DreamWorks film, the Broadway and West End smash hit Shrek the Musical is a fun filled and hilarious musical comedy with a cast of vibrant characters and a 'shrektacular' score. 7.30pm, Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £13 - £64.
A Christmas Carol
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, BlackburnChapterhouse Theatre Company is proud to bring you Charles Dickens' timeless tale of hope and redemption this Christmas. A Christmas Carol follows the miserly Ebeneezer Scrooge as he embarks upon a journey through his past, present, and future,… £9 - £24.
The Wizard of Oz Pantomime
Bradford Playhouse 4 – 12 Chapel St,Little Germany,, Bradford.The Bradford Players present The Wizard of Oz Pantomime. Various times.
Guided walk – One Way Ticket
Burley in Wharfedale Railway Station Burley in WharfedaleMeet Malcolm Gardner at 11.15am at Burley in Wharfedale rail station for a linear walk from Burley to Guiseley via Menston. Return by train to Burley (pay your own fare). 6 miles. Bring a packed lunch. Free.
Artisan Market at Holden Clough
Holden Clough Nurseries Bolton-by-BowlandThis Christmas, Holden Clough welcome some of their favourite local craftspeople, designers and food and drink producers to their 'Nutcracker' artisan market. It's a wonderful chance to meet the talented makers and find out what goes into creating their unique products.
FINE DINING EVENING
The Trawden Arms Community Pub Church Street, TrawdenCome and join us for a wine and fine dining evening, 6 course set meal, all paired with a glass of wine. Followed by swing and jazz with Matt Whatley.
84 Charing Cross Road
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxThe bittersweet comedy is based on the extraordinary true story of the remarkable relationship that developed over 20 years between a vivacious New York writer and a London bookseller. A Halifax Thespians - Script-in-hand performance in the Playhouse Studio Bar. £5 including supper.
Buddy Rich Big Band – A Groovy Christmas
The Bridgewater Hall Lower Mosley Street, ManchesterGet ready for a groovy, swinging, rocking Christmas ride with the Buddy Rich Big Band booming their way through many of your festive favourites and Buddy Rich hits in what promises to be an evening of big band magic! £38.50 - £58.50
ABBA Sensation
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonAbba Sensation will transport you back to the golden days of Abba, with stunning harmonies, costumes, choreography and a sprinkling of light-hearted humour. £16.50 - £18.
Festive Jazz
The Chapel St Helens Road, OrmskirkSwing into the festive season in style with the suave, sophisticated and melodic sounds of the Phil Shotton trio with Adee Lifshitz joining them on the classiest of vocals.
Light Up Haworth Weekend And Artisan Market
Main Street HaworthThe lights across the village will be switched on this weekend, so it’ll be your first chance to see Haworth’s magical lights and shop window displays, plus artisan market in Central Park both days. There is no switch on event, but there will be music along the cobbles across the whole weekend.
Victorian Christmas at Gawthorpe
Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, PadihamGet into the festive spirit with a visit to Gawthorpe Hall's Victorian Christmas. See the Hall trimmed and decorated in a traditional style and discover how the Kay-Shuttleworth family feasted at Christmas in the Dining Room. There will be festive music from the Crickmore Crewe, craft activities for children and you can meet Father Christmas (please book in advance).
Victorian Christmas At Judges’ Lodgings Museum
Judges Lodgings Church Street, BurnleyVisit to see the house decked in holly and enjoy live music performed in the period rooms. There are craft activities for the kids and a chance to see Santa in his Christmas Grotto. Adults £3, Concessions £2, children free. Craft and a visit to Santa is £2 per child.
WinterFest
The Whitaker Haslingden Road, RawtenstallChoirs, 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.
A Reet Yorkshire Brass Do: Fun Family Festive Favourites
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonJoin us for a family concert of Christmas classics, carols to sing, and a heart-warming Yorkshire Christmas tale written by Ian McMillan and narrated by actress Claire Marie Seddon, accompanied by the lively Huddersfield University Brass Band.
Carols & Brass
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxHalifax Choral Society, and the legendary Black Dyke Band with their conductor Nicholas Childs, combine to present a joy-filled evening of festive fun and rich harmony. £18 - £32.
Soul Train Experience
Glusburn Community & Arts Centre Colne Road, GlusburnThis is a predominantly standing gig. Whilst some seats will be available, they are not guaranteed.
BINGO THAT’S BONKERS!
Earnies of Colne, ColneThey’re taking bingo out of the hall, adding comedy, music and even bigger balls! Smashing atmosphere, crazy games and not to mention great prizes! The Bingo Revolution starts here. Your Hosts and DJ's for the evening will be Perry Marco and Owen Lewis and they will be playing smash hits from the 80's & 90's and today! Expect everything from ABBA to Spice Girls to Beyonce, and bingo with great prizes! So expect prizes and surprises and a great night out for all.
FANDJANGO
The Dressers 2-4 Hall Street, ColneA brilliant local favourite bringing their own unique jazzy style that never fails to get people on their feet. Free entry.
Dead of Night
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyThriller by Peter Whalley - Jack has just been acquitted of manslaughter, and regales his girlfriend Maggie and their neighbours with a disparaging account of the trial.
When We Are Married
Bingley Little Theatre Bingley Arts Centre, BingleyThis play by Bradford's own genius, J.B. Priestley, was the very first production by the company which became Bingley Little Theatre, in 1943.
Dear Santa Live!
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyThis show is an ideal introduction to theatre for those aged two and over. The Christmas cheer continues, with the opportunity to meet Santa in his grotto after the show, where every child will receive an extra special gift! Tues 2pm, Wed 10.30pm & 1pm.
Cat’s Cradle (Thriller) by Leslie Sands
Skipton Little Theatre Clifford Street,, SkiptonIn an effort to revive his faltering career, Detective Inspector Jack Frost revisits a haunting, unsolved case from his past – a kidnapping and potential murder. £12, under 16s £6.
Eco-friendly Wreath Workshops
Bolton Abbey Estate SkiptonJoin us at our festive Christmas village in Strid Wood to enjoy a half-day workshop with Vanessa Wellock (RHS Chelsea silver medallist and florist to The Devonshire Arms Hotel) to create your own Christmas eco-friendly wreath. 9.30am & 1pm.
The Dan Banks Afternoon Variety Show
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenYou are invited to join the ever-popular afternoon variety show. It's a fun, relaxed afternoon show, featuring: James Loynes, back by popular demand. Kevin Cookson, song writing guitarist.Dawn, a fabulous vocalist, Johnny Wedgewood, playing 60s and 70s country/pop favourites.
Dave Spikey “Life In A Northern Town”
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesThis show is all about Dave’s life in ….. well…. a northern town so no surprise there.
Santa’s Grotto & Family Film ‘Arthur Christmas’
Glusburn Community & Arts Centre Colne Road, GlusburnJoin us for a fun, festive family night out. Visit Santa in his grotto, where every child will receive a gift. Then settle down for animated Christmas family favourite 'Arthur Christmas'. Grotto 5pm, film 6pm. £6 - £7.50.
Brockholes Winter Fayre
Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.Step into a winter wonderland filled with Christmas lights, artisan markets, delicious food and drink stalls, and even a chance to meet Santa himself. Get into the festive spirit with live music and traditional fairground games, Brockholes Winter Fayre is the perfect way to kickstart your seasonal celebrations.
Brighouse & Rastrick Brass Band Christmas Concert
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonThe multi award-winning British Open Champions will play a mix of traditional Christmas pieces, medleys and carols to get you into the Christmas spirit this December. £22 & £18.
Craven Museum Make & Take: Christmas Crafts
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonJoin us for a relaxed, Christmas themed family craft session in the Concert Hall, suitable for children of all ages. 10am - 11am & 1pm - 2pm. Free. Just drop in.
BRING ON TOMORROW
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, ColneBasics Junior Theatre School present 'Bring On Tomorrow', with some amazing dancing and singing. Showing at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm.