The Yorkshire Highwayman
Skipton Castle SkiptonCome and meet John Nevison one of Britain's most notorious highwaymen, a gentleman rogue supposedly nicknamed Swift Nick by King Charles II after a renowned 200 mile dash from Kent to York to establish an alibi for a robbery he had committed earlier that day. Adults: £12, children £8, under 5s free, over 65s £11.
THE HOMECOMING
Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, BingleyOften regarded as Harold Pinter’s most enduring play, Bingley Little Theatre presents The Homecoming.
Sarah Millican : Late Bloomer
St. George's Hall BradfordIn Late Bloomer, Sarah’s brand-new stand-up show, she explores how one became the other. Plus, lots of stuff about dinners and lady gardens. Come along, laugh at her, with her, beside her.
Alice In Wonderland – Outdoor Theatre
Williamson Park LancasterMarvellous madness awaits as you step into the world of Alice in Wonderland. An immersive theatrical experience that will transport you to a wonderland like no other. The only limit is your imagination.
GENESIS CONNECTED – Top UK Tribute Band
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyThe frontman, Pete Bultitude, is not only an incredibly versatile vocalist, he is also a truly gifted drummer just like Phil Collins, So expect the show to include the iconic “double drums” element as featured on every Genesis and Phil Collins tour.
The Giant Killers
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenThe Long Lane Theatre Company’s The Giant Killers presents the critically acclaimed, inspiring true story of Football’s greatest underdog. £16.50 - £19.
Fish and Chip Special at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, BuryYou can enjoy a slap-up meal of fish n’ chips served to you on-board a heritage train, between Bury, Heywood and Rawtenstall. Your ticket covers a whole day of travel to explore the line and nearby Bury Transport Museum. Adult £31, child £16.50.
SPANDESQUE BALLET
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleySpandesque Ballet will take you straight back to the '80's as they recreate that distinctive sound of the New Romantics era with their amazing performance of Spandau hits!
The Country Music Experience
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnThe Country Collective brings you an incredible country experience like no other, throw on those cowboy hats, two step into your boots and head on down to the ranch, where you can dance the night away to some of the biggest country anthems from the decades! £27.50 - £31.
FARMERS’ MARKET
Hoghton Tower Hoghton, PrestonExplore the finest produce Lancashire has to offer in the grounds of our historic, iconic Hoghton Tower, set against the spectacular backdrop of the Lancashire countryside. Gates open 10am. Last entry 1:30pm.
Cillian O’Connor: My World of Magic
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyCillian Connor is bringing his first ever live stage show on tour to the UK. Cillian literally burst onto an unsuspecting world during Britain's Got Talent in 2023 and immediately captivated the hearts of the entire nation, reaching the top three in the final.
The Coiner’s Wife
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxFrom a remote weaver’s cottage in the bleak Yorkshire moors, a gang of counterfeiters (the ‘Cragg Vale Coiners’) launch a nefarious scheme that threatens to unsettle the currency of 18th century England. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2pm. £6 - £12.
Cirque- The Greatest Show
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordWelcome to a world where the very best of musical theatre showstoppers meets jaw-dropping circus spectacular. A world that explodes into kaleidoscopic colour as everyone’s favourite West End and Broadway hits combine with breath-taking circus artistes performing thrilling feats of agility and flair. 3pm & 7pm. Various prices.
The Giant Killers
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonThe Long Lane Theatre Company’s The Giant Killers – the critically acclaimed, inspiring true story of Football’s greatest underdog - Darwen FC.
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!
Declan McKenna
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxAward winning singer, songwriter and musician Declan McKenna is kicking off in Halifax on 27th July the tour follows on from his hugely successful UK & European tour earlier this year.
Calling Planet Earth
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordRelive the best years of your life - to the greatest hits of Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Ultravox, ABC, Depeche Mode, OMD, The Human League, Tears for Fears, The Police, Soft Cell, Japan and many more. £30.75 - £32.75.
The Hallé – Disco Dynamite
Bridgewater Hall Lower Mosley Street, ManchesterFollow the call of the disco ball and join Stephen Bell, the Hallé and four sensational singers for this dazzling devotion to disco. £16 - £43.
Man I Feel Like a Woman – Shania Friends & Legends Tour
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonEurope’s Premier Shania Twain tribute show, the exclusive touring theatre show in the UK and internationally, starring Liza Rebecca Walsh and live band of the UK’s top musicians.
The ‘Lancashire Vehicle Club Rally’
The British Commercial Vehicle Museum King Street, LeylandNon-members are also invited to enter ! A great day to see many rare classic cars, buses & trucks and a chance to seek out stunning historical exhibits in the museum. Free to enter.
Summer Outdoor Theatre: Pinocchio
Lowther Gardens Lytham St. AnnesThis show from “The Storytellers Theatre Company” is bright, colourful and full to the brim with toe tapping action. The hour long performance is sure to captivate all who listen and watch. 12pm & 2.30pm.
YORKSHIRE DAY CELEBRATION
Skipton High Street SkiptonJoin us on Thurs Aug 1st, Yorkshire Day, to celebrate the magnificence of God’s Own County! There will be plenty of fun activities taking place on the High Street to mark the day.
Horrible Histories: Rotten Royals
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonWe all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So Horrible Histories is back in with revolting rulers and mad monarchs from Britain’s barmy past! Various times. Adult £16, child £14, family £48.
Dan Hadfield As Gary Barlow In Concert
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesDan Hadfield is, without doubt, the go-to Gary Barlow tribute artiste in the entertainment world. He has sung with Gary, appeared as his lookalike on several TV shows, including the Xtra Factor and Miranda
Garstang Show 2024
The Garstang Showfield Off Green Lane East, Garstang, PrestonWatch the action in the Main Ring, shop delicious local produce in the Food Hall and see beautiful floral displays and handmade crafts in the Horticulture Marquee. Immerse yourself in agriculture with a packed timetable of livestock classes and trade stands showcasing the best of our local businesses.
Brierfield Bridge Club Open Day
2 Clitheroe Road Brierfield BB9 2 Clitheroe Road, BrierfieldThe club will be holding an Open Day for anyone who is thinking of taking up bridge. Come along and have a look around our club and see what is involved.
Squeeze
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnA special one off show celebrating 50 years of Squeeze. With a half-century distinguished by some of the smartest and sweetest guitar-pop made during the rock & roll era, Squeeze will be performing an impressive list of hits and rare gems from their extensive back catalogue. Various prices.
Cliffe Castle Park Bandstand Concert
Cliffe Castle Park Spring Gardens Lane, KeighleyCome and enjoy traditional music from a large mix of bands in the beautiful and relaxed surroundings of Cliffe Castle. 4th August - Haworth Band..
The Ultimate Bubble Show
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonJoin Ray Bubbles, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, and help him in his quest to complete the bubble game and make the ultimate bubble. 11am & 2pm.
LHT Unwrapped: Drama Day
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsJoin us at Leeds Grand Theatre this August for a jam-packed workshop of games, improvisation, theatre skills, and script work, and let your inner creativity loose! Ages 6yr - 14yrs.
The Don Banks Afternoon Variety Show
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenJoin us on a journey full of uplifting songs, stories and laughter as we celebrate our 21st year of what has now become a permanent fixture on the Darwen entertainment calendar. £4.50/£5.50.
Alice in Wonderland
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonStep into the enchanting world of Alice in Wonderland as Same Difference Arts presents a lively theatre performance Join us as we follow Alice on her whimsical journey down the rabbit hole, where she encounters a host of unforgettable characters.
Blackpool Air Show
Blackpool Promenade BlackpoolThe programme will showcase the very best in British aviation with a whole host of amazing flying machines and some of the country’s most talented pilots. The world-famous Red Arrows display team will return l this summer to perform on both days of the annual Blackpool Air Show.
Family Fun At Ilkley Manor House
Ilkley Manor House IlkleyCome along and participate in the Ilkley Manor House Olympics, inspired by Paris 2024! Free.
Bugsy Malone The Musical
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolGet your splurge gun at the ready as Blackpool Grand is transformed into ‘Fat Sam’s Grand Slam Speakeasy’ for the arrival of Alan Parker’s Bugsy Malone. 7.30pm. Fri & Sat mat 2pm.
UNDER THE BOARDWALK
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesCelebrating 60s and 70s vocal groups the Drifters, Temptations, Stylistics along with other Icons of Soul.
ART IN THE PEN
Skipton Auction Mart Gargrave Road, SkiptonArt in the Pen is a highly regarded art and craft fair that runs each year at Skipton Auction Mart. You will be able to experience an abundance of creativity and craftsmanship at every turn.
Preston City Wrestling 2024
Flag Market PrestonA great spectacle of match brawls outside in the summer sun, with a colourful display of strength and competitiveness.
The Great British Tea Dance 2024
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesAn afternoon of typical Tea Dance to the sounds of our talented organist.
Ray Bubbles International Bubbleologist
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenExperience the best in soap bubble entertainment. This is a fast paced show full of high energy and surprises as Ray uses various different gases to create incredible bubble sculptures, effects and magical displays. 11am & 1pm.
Summer Outdoor Theatre: Cinderella
Lowther Gardens Lytham St. AnnesWhat happens when you cross the most wonderful time of the year with the most magical fairy tale of all time? Pendle Productions present the spectacular outdoor family pantomime "Cinderella". 12pm & 2.30pm.
An Evening with Jimmy Tarbuck
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsAfter more than 60 years at the very top of his profession, Jimmy Tarbuck OBE relives many of the most iconic moments of a life on stage and screen.
BARD IN THE YARD
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyA Summer Feast from the Works of Mr William Shakespeare - An Ilkley Players Fringe Production. Sat 7.30pm. at Ilkley Playhouse, Sun & Mon 2.30pm at The Manor House Yard, Ilkley. £8, students £5.
Diesel And Ale Day
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthWe will be running a diesel locomotive-hauled service throughout the day, featuring either our Class 37 or Class 14, when we will serve you the finest cask ales from our on-train bar, as you travel through the Bronte countryside.
Jousting Tournament
Royal Armouries Museum Armouries Drive,, Leeds11am Jousting competition (book online), 12:30pm Combat demonstration, 2pm Jousting competition (book online), Two other talks, tours or performances, Outdoor activities and have-a-go games, 7pm Queen Guinevere's Tournament (Saturday only, book online).
Lowther’s Food & Drink Festival 2024
Lowther Gardens Lytham St. AnnesA Bank Holiday weekend of food, drink and free entertainment out in the historic, edwardian gardens. Free but donations welcome.
Bingo That’s Bonkers
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyBingo That's Bonkers is here. This is a fun, thrilling, hysterical take on the good old famous game of bingo.
Diane’s Deli – A Tale from Paradise Heights
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolDiane's Deli, from the award winning writer/director of The Haunting of Blaine Manor, written and Directed by Joe O'Byrne.
THE RIBBLE & FISHWICK JOINT BUS RALLY
The British Commercial Vehicle Museum King Street, LeylandThe annual event to see classic buses and coaches, and a chance to take a ride on some of them !
ELO Again
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolELO AGAIN are back with their stunning 'Re-Discovery Tour' celebrating the truly universal music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra.