HOGHTON TOWER CHRISTMAS GIFT MARKET 2024
Hoghton Tower Hoghton, PrestonCome along to Hoghton Tower Christmas Gift Market to find unique gifts. Local artists, makers and traders all make up a wonderful and festive market where you can find gifts for your friends and family.
Christmas Fair at Samlesbury Hall
Samlesbury Hall Preston New Road, PrestonBring family and friends to celebrate the start of the Christmas season at Samlesbury Hall's Christmas Fair. Free event and parking.
ECLECTIC WINTER MARKET
Northerlight Art Centre 31 Potternewton Lane, LeedsOur Eclectic fairs are a specially curated mix of art stalls, crafts and all things unique and creative. the venue will be filled with an enticing array of handmade/ vintage goods from carefully selected sellers based in Yorkshire.Vintage, music & food.
THE NUTCRACKER – Ballet
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyExperience the enchantment of Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece, The Nutcracker. Brought to life with lavish costumes and glittering sets by Ballet Theatre UK. £16 - £23.
QueenEsque 10th Anniversary Tour
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenQueenEsque are five musicians with one vision....to keep the energy and spectacle of Queen's live shows during their prime alive!
Lancashire Tasting Evening
Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, BurnleyCome and join us at The HAPPA Café for our delicious Lancashire Tasting Evening! It’s a treat for the taste buds, with some clever twists on hearty traditional local dishes. This is an evening you won’t want to miss!
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. Tel: 01756706397.
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Cartwright Hall Lister Park, BradfordJoin our fantastic Wreath Making workshop at Cartwright Hall and create your very own stunning wreath to take home! 11am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 3pm.
WOOF SHACK AT HAPPA
Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, BurnleyEnjoy special guests, guided walks, engaging activities, and informative talks and training sessions. Free.
ELF ARRIVAL BRUNCH
Park Hill Barn Pendle Heritage Centre, Park Hill, BarrowfordMeet a naughty elf, Santa Claus and his North Pole elves. Experience interactive dining with a brunch or afternoon tea box. Meet and greet with Santa. Family fun!
CHRISTMAS WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP
Cartwright Hall Lister Park, BradfordCreate your very own stunning wreath to take home!
Haworth Rotary Santa Fun Run
Central Park HaworthReady, set, ho ho ho! Join the annual Haworth Rotary Santa Fun Run this December in Central Park. It's a fantastic way to celebrate the festive season with friends, family, and fellow Santas. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, let's make this event a memorable one!
HAWORTH ROTARY SANTA FUN RUN
Central Park HaworthJoin the Santa Fun Run for a festive celebration with family and friends. Run, walk, or cheer!
Halifax Choral Society: Carols and Brass
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxHalifax Choral Society present Carols and Brass. Featuring the world-famous Black Dyke Band, Conductor: Nicholas Childs and the talented pupils of Bradshaw Primary School Choir with Conductor: Julia Baker. Adult £26, under 25s £14.25.
HALIFAX CHORAL SOCIETY: CAROLS AND BRASS
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxHalifax Choral Society presents Carols and Brass, featuring the Black Dyke Band and Bradshaw Primary School Choir. Adults £26, Under 25s £14.25.
HANDEL’S MESSIAH
St Peter's Church BurnleyBurnley Municipal Choir performs Handel’s Messiah with notable soloists. £15.
PAT FULGONI BLUES EXPERIENCE
Barnoldswick Music & Art Centre Rainhall Road, BarnoldswickA rocked-out and funked-up blues opus!
Willy Russell’s Blood Brothers
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsWritten 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, mat 2.30pm. £26 - £57.
CHRISTMAS TEA DANCE
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonEnjoy a Christmas edition of the popular Town Hall Tea Dance, with entertainment by Blackpool Tower resident organist, John Bowdler.
CHRISTMAS TEA DANCE
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonEnjoy dancing to the music of Blackpool Tower resident organist John Bowdler at the Christmas Tea Dance. £10.
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.
THE DON BANKS AFTERNOON VARIETY SHOW
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenSongs, stories, and laughter in this beloved variety show celebrating its 21st year. Tickets £4.50–£5.50.
Now Listen ‘Ere – Local Writers’ Night
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyJoin 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 to attend / Pay What You Decide on the night, but pre-booking a ticket in advance is recommended.
NOW LISTEN ‘ERE – LOCAL WRITERS’ NIGHT
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyAn evening of spoken word from local writers, compered by storyteller Ilaria Passeri. Free to attend, pay what you decide.
FREE GUIDED WALK
Pendle Heritage Centre Barrowfod, ColneA 2.5-hour walk. Bring waterproofs, strong boots, and a snack.
CHRISTMAS MARKETS AND LIGHT SWITCH ON
Holmes Mill Greenacre Street, ClitheroeChristmas markets in The Bar and Grill, live music, and the Christmas lights switch-on.
CHANTEL MCGREGOR
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickGuitar virtuoso Chantel McGregor performs her stunning live rock music. £20.
Madagascar
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, ColneBasics Shooting Stars present Madagascar - A musical adventure. 7pm. Sat mat 2pm.
Ilkley Christmas Tree Festival
St. Margaret's Church IlkleyGet into the festive spirit and visit the Christmas Tree Festival at St. Margaret's Church in Ilkley! Sparkling trees decorated by local charities and community groups, lights, entertainment from local school, choirs and musicians and an array of tempting seasonal treats. Free. Fri - 10am - 4pm, Sat - 10am - 5pm.
ILKLEY CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL
St. Margaret's Church IlkleyVisit sparkling trees decorated by local groups, with entertainment from local choirs and tempting seasonal treats.
DECK THE HALLS DJ NIGHTS
Holmes Mill Greenacre Street, ClitheroeEnjoy DJ nights with Exceed Events playing Christmas music.
MADAGASCAR
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, ColneBasics Shooting Stars present Madagascar – A Musical Adventure. Matinee on Sat. Runs 6-7 Dec.
Skipton Camerata: Handel’s Messiah
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonThe Clothworkers Consort of Leeds - Ben Crick directs the nation’s favourite choral masterpiece in Skipton Town Hall. £25, under 25s £5.
SKIPTON CAMERATA: HANDEL’S MESSIAH
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonThe nation’s favourite choral masterpiece performed by The Clothworkers Consort of Leeds. £25, under 25s £5.
FAIRYTALE IN NEW YORK CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyEnjoy themed entertainment and hospitality with a chance to win a holiday for two to New York.
Kate Rusby – Winter Lights Tour
St. George's Hall BradfordForever proud to call herself a folk singer, Kate Rusby rounds off 2024 in style with her annual, and much anticipated, Christmas tour. Joining her on stage for this unmissable evening of Christmas cheer will be, as ever, her hugely talented and intuitive band of musicians including producer and husband Damien O'Kane as well as a top-flight brass quintet affectionately known as The Brass Boys.
KATE RUSBY – WINTER LIGHTS TOUR
St. George's Hall BradfordFolk singer Kate Rusby and her band present Christmas songs with brass accompaniment. £36.75.
COME AND SING MESSIAH
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, BlackburnJoin the Blackburn Music Society’s annual Messiah performance. Includes rehearsals in Nov and the day of the event. £20.
Come and Sing Messiah at Blackburn Cathedral
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, BlackburnJoin Blackburn Music Society in their annual performance of Messiah in Blackburn Cathedral. Come along to at least two dress rehearsals in Nov and attend the dress rehearsal on the afternoon of the performance. Further details contact bbmusicsoc@gmail,com. Tel: 01254377153.
Christmas Coffee Morning
Higherford Methodist Church 5 Bankfield St, Barrowford, United KingdomPart of the Christmas Tree Festival.
CHRISTMAS COFFEE MORNING
Higherford Methodist Church 5 Bankfield St, Barrowford, United KingdomPart of the Christmas Tree Festival.
Burnley Artisan Market
St James’s Street, Town Centre, BurnleyWith over 65 local Lancashire producers offering food, drink, art and craft, plus street food and live music, there will be something for everyone. Be entertained and find tasty treats, with unique products and gift shopping giving this market a vibrant atmosphere. Burnley Artisan Market runs on the first Saturday of each month.
BURNLEY ARTISAN MARKET
Burnley Town Centre James Street, BurnleyOver 65 local Lancashire producers offering food, drink, art, crafts, street food, and live music.
MEET THE GRINCH
Affinity Lancashire Anchorage Road, FleetwoodMeet the Grinch and pose for caricatures.
The Spirit of Christmas with Leeds Male Voice Choir
Selby Abbey SelbyThe choir has had a very busy year, with several new singers joining the ranks, alongside concerts across the North of England and a four-day tour to Prague. Under the direction of Musical Director Tim Knight, the choir draws from influences from men’s choirs overseas whilst honouring local traditions and recently released an album of concert favourites entitled The Road Not Taken, only the choir's second album in their hundred year history. The concerts will feature a host of festive hits including Rocking Around the Christmas Tree, It’s Beginning to Feel a Lot Like Christmas, Away in a Manger, Hark the Herald Angels Sing, A Winter’s Tale and Let it Snow! Let It Snow! Let it Snow! Each concert will feature exciting special guests and soloists.
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS WITH LEEDS MALE VOICE CHOIR
Selby Abbey SelbyA festive evening of song with the Leeds Male Voice Choir after a successful year of concerts and tours. £14.
OTLEY CHEVIN CHRISTMAS WALK AND LUNCH
Surprise View Car Park OtleyA festive walk, with optional Santa hats and lunch afterwards for Take A Hike members (booking required).
Glad You Could Visit
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen22 advanced dancers perform a story through the music of Noah Kahan whilst providing a heartfelt performance of life through the eyes of our dancers.
GLAD YOU COULD VISIT
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsAdvanced dancers perform a heartfelt story to the music of Noah Kahan. £14.
Milton Jones
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyYou might know him from Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo or Radio 4. Or that time he stood for the Scottish National Party, fought a hard campaign, but in the end had to respect the wishes of the people of Cardiff. A whole new show of daftness. You know it makes sense.