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.
The Bench By Keir McAllister
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxJoe is in crisis, his life a swirling scribble of obligations he feels he’s failing to fulfil. For five minutes a day he finds a little solace and peace, alone on an isolated bench. A satirical comedy about finding a safe place in a threatening world. 7.30pm, sat mat 2.30pm.
Burnley Canal Festival
Finsley Gate Wharf BurnleyFree family friendly festival celebrating Burnley’s canalside. Lots of activities, workshops and live music.
Charlie and The Chocolate Factory
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolCritically acclaimed ENSEMBLE Theatre follow up their production of Footloose with a Blackpool first with Broadway’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. From £20.50.
Fylde Coast Food & Drink Festival
Marine Hall The Esplanade,, FleetwoodShow 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.
Sandcastles
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyA comedy by Bob Larbey. £10, concs £9. Tel: 07599 890 769.
Cluedo 2
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsFollowing the huge success of the smash hit original play, Cluedo is back on stage in 2024, with a brand new hilarious whodunit - CLUEDO 2 starring Strictly Come Dancing champion Ellie Leach. Various times & prices.
Blood Brothers
Opera House Winter Gardens, BlackpoolWritten by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. 7.30pm. Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. Various prices.
The Ramsbottom Jigsaw Festival 10
St. Paul's Church Bridge St,, RamsbottomHundreds 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.
Pendle Community Orchestra
Rehearsal will be held each Wednesday at 7 pm starting in September. Bring your musical instrument; no matter what your level or how rusty you are, all are welcome. Holker Business Centre, Colne. admin@pendlecommunityorchestra.co.uk
Mo Gilligan: In The Moment World Tour
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsTriple BAFTA-winning stand-up sensation Mo Gilligan, returns to The Grand Theatre with his highly anticipated In The Moment World Tour. £28.50 - £30.50.
Charity Golf Day
Branshaw Golf Club Oakworth, KeighleyAiredale Hospital and Community Charity are hosting their first Charity golf day at Branshaw Golf Club in Oakworth. Tickets include 18 hole game with a shotgun start, brunch and carvery supper and prizes on the day. Contact the charity team to book your tickets: anhsft.charity@nhs.net or 01535294870. Tickets are £50 per person or £195 for a team of four.
From Morecambe Bay to Botany Bay: Convict Women by Naomi Parsons
Judges Lodgings, Church Street, LancasterJoin Naomi Parsons for this, the fourth in this season's lecture series, to hear what it was like for women and girls to be transported to Australia.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF TOWNELEY HALL AND SUMMARY OF THE REPAIRS PROJECT
Towneley Hall BurnleyArchitect Fiona Johnson from Knox McConnell is working on the current major restoration and repair project at Towneley Hall. The talk will be held in the Lecture Theatre. Bookable by Eventbrite, in person or over the phone: 01282 477130. Free.
CAT’S WHISKERS REUNION
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyThe big reunion is back! Come & join us for this nostalgic evening with the best music of the era, as we pay homage to what was in its day 'The Best Nightclub in Burnley'.
THE SOUND OF SPRINGSTEEN
The Muni Theatre ColneThe Sound of Springsteen brings to the stage some of the greatest hits and deep cuts from Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and continues their ever-popular tour around the UK.
The Keighley & District Agricultural Show 2024
King George V Playing Fields Marley, KeighleyThe Keighley & District Agricultural Show has been a staple event on the first Saturday in September since the 1950s, providing an entertaining and fun day out for all the family. The show features livestock, horses, horticulture, handicrafts, children’s amusements, trade stands, and many special attractions.
Heritage Open Day at Lancaster Grand Theatre
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterWhether you're a theatre enthusiast or a curious explorer, this tour promises to be an unforgettable adventure into the heart of Lancaster's theatrical legacy. 10am. Free.
HOGHTON TOWER MOTORCYCLE SPRINT
Hoghton Tower Hoghton, PrestonExperience the excitement as bikes of all classes take on the challenge of the spectacular driveway at Hoghton Tower against the clock in the second Motorcycle Sprint of the year. £10 per person, under 16’s free. (Pre-booking recommended.
Some Guys Have All The Luck – The Rod Stewart Story
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolThe Rod Stewart Story brings to the stage an incredible live concert celebrating one of the UK’s most influential icons, Rod Stewart.
SAME TIME NEXT YEAR – Bingley Little Theatre
Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, BingleyDoris and George meet in 1951. It is a bittersweet, nostalgic and very funny portrait of two people who find themselves in the most unusual of long-term relationships.
An Evening with Lord Ian Botham
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterLord Ian Botham, the former England captain, was one of the most impactful all-rounders of his generation with 14 centuries and 383 wickets in a career that spanned over 15 years. Hosted by cricket legend Geoff Miller OBE.
Gary Meikle – No Refunds
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonLast year “Papa” as he is becoming more commonly known, became the 1st ever comedian worldwide without an agent (his choice) to be granted a full working visa for the USA and is keen to keep on showing why Gary’s tour this year promises to deliver.
Elkie Brooks: Long Farewell Tour
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsHaving started her career in music in 1960, a remarkable 64 years of performing live, Elkie Brooks is embarking on her Long Farewell Tour. The show is a celebration of Elkie’s illustrious award-winning career in music performing some of her biggest hits. £30 - £60.
Lloyd Griffith: Baroque and Roll
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsFresh from supporting Jack Whitehall on his 2023 UK arena tour, comedian Lloyd Griffith is back with a brand-new show Baroque and Roll.
Women’s Lives in seventeenth-century England by Professor Cordelia Beattie
Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, PadihamAs part of the exhibition - An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s, Professor Cordelia Beattie of the University of Edinburgh will be giving a talk on Women's Lives in Seventeenth-century England. £8 (includes entry to the Hall, booking essential)
Lionel – The Music of Lionel Richie
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyMalcolm Pitt delivers a powerhouse and breath-taking performance in this high-octane show celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores.
The Ocean Film Festival
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsDive into a night of ocean adventure! The Ocean Film Festival World Tour is bringing a new collection of thrilling ocean-themed films to venues around the UK this autumn. The Ocean Film Festival is a celebration of the planet’s oceans, with wild seafaring voyages and fascinating marine-life – up on the big screen!
Autumn Steam Gala
East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, BuryAnother celebration of all things diesel powered, featuring iconic locomotives from this highly regarded home fleet. The event will see diesel services running an intensive passenger timetable throughout.
Harrogate Autumn Flower Show 2024
Newby Hall RiponThis prestigious event takes place in the picturesque grounds of Newby Hall from the 13th - 15th of Sept. It showcases the finest in seasonal horticulture, featuring top-tier plant nurseries, a dazzling fruit and vegetable exhibition, live expert advice sessions, and a stunning array of over 5000 autumn blooms. Various prices.
Lancaster’s Harvest Market
Lancaster Market Square LancasterCelebrate the season with local food producers, crafts people, artists and musicians at the harvest edition of Lancaster's seasonal markets.
Give Me The Night – George Benson’s Hits Live on Stage
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterIt’s time to throw out all your blues and hit the city lights for a night of George Benson classics, as we pay tribute to the American soul superstar who helped make r’n’b soul what it is today.
Nelson Food & Drink Festival 2024
Nelson Shuttle Scotland Road, NelsonTikTok 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.
Vintage and Performance Car Show
St James's Street BurnleyGet revved up for a fun day out that the whole family will enjoy! 2024's event will feature an array of classic and retro vehicles lining up on St James's St all the way down to Curzon St. Alongside the vehicles, visitors will be able to enjoy an exciting car themed trail & live music Free.
Heritage Open Day
Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, PadihamCome and explore the fabulous historic rooms of Gawthorpe Hall and discover the story of the Shuttleworths and their family home. Free as part of national Heritage Open Days.
Hello Again: The Neil Diamond Songbook
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsThe world’s greatest celebration of the life and work of Neil Diamond. Evocative imagery, video and narration enhance the magic as the show takes on a musical journey through Neil Diamond’s glittering 50-year career.
Johns’ Boys Male Voice Choir
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsJohns’ Boys Male Chorus is one of the most decorated British male choirs in history. In 2019 they became only the third male voice choir to win the prestigious Choir of the World at the Llangollen International Eisteddfod. £25 - £35.
Birdsong
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsSebastian Faulks’s epic story of love and loss returns to the stage marking the 30th anniversary of the international best-selling novel. Various times & prices.
THE GLEN SOUTH AFTERNOON VARIETY SHOW
The Muni Theatre ColneFrom singers and comedians, to magicians and musicians, back at The Muni Theatre: The Glen South Afternoon Variety Show!
LOCAL WRITER’S NIGHT
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyNow Listen 'Ere - Local Writers' Night. Join us in the Front Room for an evening of spoken word from local writers and compered by storyteller Ilaria Passeri. Come down, enjoy a poem or two and support Burnley's own! This event is free, but pre-booking a ticket in advance is recommended.
Bye Bye Baby – Celebrating Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolBye Bye Baby is a jaw-dropping tribute to the musical phenomenon ‘Jersey Boys’ and the timeless, iconic music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
The Take That Experience
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonAs Take That celebrate over 30 years as the UK’s number one boy band, The Take That Experience mark over a decade together as their most popular and recognised tribute act.
Fleetwood Bac
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnFleetwood Bac were the world’s first and are regarded as the UK’s most authentic Fleetwood Mac Tribute show.
SOUL NIGHT
The Muni Theatre ColneCome along for what is now an established feature of the Northern Soul Circuit in the North West. Soul Nights are hosted by superb Northern Soul and Motown DJ Roman, with friends from the circuit.
Common Ground – Mikron Theatre Company
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonJoin Mikron Theatre Company on a ‘hill-arious’ ramble through the history of land access in England. £16/£14.
From Gold to Rio
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonThe greatest hits of Spandau Ballet & Duran Duran. Two of the UK’s most iconic bands will be brought to life in one power packed show!