UK City of Culture 2025
Various venues BradfordBradford district’s year of culture is set to deliver more than 1,000 new performances and events including 365 artist commissions, a series of major arts festivals and major national and international collaborations. Visit the website for further details.
From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthThe Brontës’ enduring popularity is largely explained by the power and originality of the stories they created, but the story of the Brontës’ own lives is as compelling as their fictions. The family’s home at Haworth Parsonage, and the moorland surrounding it, were a profound influence on the Brontës, and became part of the irresistible draw of Haworth for visitors from all over the world.
Axe-Throwing
The Axe Imperium The Fun House, ColneAxes to Ashes is coming to The Fun House, Colne. Inject some spontaneity, some excitement, some togetherness! Reconnect with your partner, your children, your friends. Do something that makes you feel alive. Release that inner Viking Lose your pent-up frustration It's therapy. It's fun. It's addictive. Axes to Ashes isn't an ordinary axe throwing venue with very limited equipment; it has Tomahawks, Angel Axes, Throwing Knives and its very own Axes to Ashes Dragon Axe®. Plus there is an Axelings™ Range which is suitable for children and those with physical impairments which may limit their ability to throw regular projectiles. Various times and prices.
Life Goes On – Exhibition
Salts Mill Saltaire, ShipleyAn exhibition featuring Ian Beesley, a celebrated Bradford-born photographer. Known for his powerful images of Northern England, Beesley will showcase a collection of previously unseen works from his extensive archive. Wed - Sun 10am - 5pm. Free.
Saltaire Farmers Market
Roberts Park Higher Coach Road, SaltaireThe Saltaire Farmers Market takes place on the second Sunday of every month It offers a wide variety of products from local and independent traders, including hot food and drinks, baked goods, cheese, cakes, pies, , brownies, chocolates, charcuterie, fish, fruits, vegetables, jewellery, candles, clothes, gifts, and treats.
Bradford on Foot
Bradford on Foot BradfordDiscover Bradford on Foot, a collection of themed walks and tours exploring hidden streets, scenic countryside, and local heritage. Curated for Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture, these routes have been selected by walking groups, historians, schoolchildren, artists, and locals. All available to download or pick up in paper format at Bradford libraries.
Woven Through Time: Bradford’s Textile Industry – Past and Present
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, BradfordBorn and raised in Bradford, Ian Beesley is an award winning and internationally acclaimed artist and photographer. During the 1970s and 80s, Ian was given the opportunity to photograph inside the working mills of Bradford. For this exhibition, Ian has revisited Bradford’s textile industry once again, capturing how it has changed in the decades since. Closed Mon. Exhibition ends 16th Nov.
A Good Yarn
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, BradfordA Good Yarn is quite the sight – a gigantic yarn ball, three metres high and wide. It was created by 2,500 residents of BD10, who plaited vast quantities of found and donated fabric into a kilometre-long rope and then wound it into a ball. After following its rolls through the streets of BD10 the yarn ball which was the brainchild of Luke Jerram, is now on display at Bradford Industrial Museum.
Katharine Holmes and Three Generations of Painting and Living in a Malham Cottage
The Folly, Victoria Street, Settle BD24 9EY The Folly, Victoria Street, SettleThis exhibition explores Katharine Holmes’s stunning modern paintings alongside the work of her mother and grandmother, Phillipa Holmes and Constance Pearson. Selected works by Katharine Holmes will be for sale. Runs until Sat, 3 January 2026
OFF THE SHELF FESTIVAL OF WORDS
Sheffield City CentreThe month-long celebration of books, words and ideas will bring leading literary voices, cultural figures and performers to venues across the city.
THE ELF EXPLORER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthStep into a world of festive wonder with The Elf Explorer – a heart-warming steam train journey packed with Christmas cheer, mischievous elves, and a visit from Father Christmas himself.
THE UNFRIEND
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyWhen Peter and Debbie meet the super-friendly, lifeloving, Trump-supporting Elsa on a cruise, they politely agree to stay in contact – because that’s the polite thing to do, isn’t it? But when Elsa invites herself to stay a few months later, they decide to do some research into their uninvited guest… and uncover Elsa’s shocking hidden past. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. £5 - £14.
Matilda
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordThis anarchic production, about a strong and determined heroine with a vivid imagination, has won over 100 global awards, including 24 for Best Musical. Various times & prices.
Dear England
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThe National Theatre’s Olivier Award-winning smash hit comes to Leeds in a highly anticipated tour. From multi-award-winning writer James Graham (Sherwood, BBC) and director Rupert Goold (Patriots, Cold War), this five-star ‘new stage epic’ (Telegraph) tells the uplifting, at times heartbreaking, and ultimately inspiring story of Gareth Southgate’s revolutionary tenure as England manager, in a ‘gripping’ (Times) examination of nation and game. 7.30pm. Wed & Thurs mat 2pm. £33 - £68.
LIGHT UP LANCASTER
Town Centre, Lancaster LancasterThis year’s theme has been announced as ‘In The Blink of an Eye’. Audiences will experience a festival where shapeshifting, illusion and the ever-changing will be reflected in fun, engaging and clever light artworks.
Colne Orchestra – Man and Machine
The Muni Theatre ColneThe David Foulds Memorial concert will be held in memory of our long service member, committee member and President. As a renowned local business owner of Foulds Lifts, with a long standing and proud family heritage of engineering and machine will therefore see the concert cover a varied programme of music inspired by or about machines!Under 16s free.
HANGAR GUIDED TOURS
The Spitfire Visitor Centre Hanger 42, Squires Gate Lane, Blackpool, LancashireTicket only day at the Spitfire Visitor Centre. These tours are suitable for children aged 10 years and above. The WW2 Themed Cafe will be open, serving Hot Drinks and a selection of Cakes and light snacks.
WALLACE & GROMIT WITH LIVE BRASS BAND
Life Church BurnleyAfter the sell-out success of the last live-to-picture performance, presenting The Wrong Trousers with live brass band at Life Church.
The Wittering Whitehalls: Barely Alive
St George's Hall Bridge St, BradfordJoin Michael and Hilary for an exclusive show as they bring their hit podcast to the stage. Take a comfy (-ish) seat and garner their thoughts on everything from workouts to weddings, seaside towns to social media and everything in between!
THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyBased on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz. Peter Parnell’s new book embraces story theatre and features verbatim passages from Hugo’s gothic novel.
ENCHANTED – THE CANDLELIGHT CONCERT
The Muni Theatre ColnePerformed by a cast of talented live singers from the world of Musical Theatre, this concert features beautifully arranged music from timeless classics such as Frozen, Tangled, Moana, Wicked, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, The Lion King, and many more.
COUNT ARTHUR STRONG IS CHARLES DICKENS IN ‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsCount Arthur Strong takes on one of the literary greats, the famous Charles Dickens, and then presents his one-man interpretation of A Christmas Carol.
9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL
The Grand Theatre 18 York Street, Clitheroe9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the 1980 hit movie. This hilarious story of friendship and revenge is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic!
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 tribute show.
SAOS: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Settle Victoria Hall Kirkgate, SettleGo Go Go ! …… Settle Amateur Operatic Society perform one of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. 7pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. Adult £18, child £12.
PACK OF LIES
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnThe Jacksons are a nice middle-aged English couple. Their best friends are their Canadian neighbours, the Krogers. All is blissful in their world until a detective from Scotland Yard asks to use their house as an observation station to try and foil a Soviet spy ring operating in the area.
YORK CHRISTMAS MARKET 2025
Parliament Street YorkYork's award-winning Christmas Market is back from 13th November to 21st December 2025, bringing festive cheer to the heart of the city. Support local businesses while enjoying a magical Christmas!
THURSDAY TALK: THE FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN ELIZABETH GASKELL AND CHARLOTTE BRONTË
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthThis Thursday Talk will be delivered by Libby Tempest, Vice-Chair of the Elizabeth Gaskell Society and a dedicated advocate for literary access across communities.
THE NUTCRACKER
Royal Hall, Harrogate Ripon Road, HarrogateFollowing last year’s phenomenal success, Imperial Classical Ballet® is delighted to return to the UK with their breathtaking production of The Nutcracker.
SUZY HOMEMAKER
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonSuzy Homemaker was a line of miniature functional toy household appliances produced by Topper Toys, and launched in 1966, teaching girls how to be the perfect housewife. In this performance we see women throughout history trapped in a role they did not ask for, and had no choice in.
The Ultimate Classic Rock Show
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonDust off your air guitars for an evening of the very best classic rock anthems from legends past and present! Over two hours of classic rock anthems from artists including Eric Clapton, Led Zeppelin, Queen, Pink Floyd, Deep Purple, Free, Eagles and Jimi Hendrix to name but a few!
MUTTON
West Park United Reform Church West Park, HarrogateMutton is a new dark comedy from Brave Words, exploring the life and times of the Yorkshire Witch. How the desperation of ordinary folk in the early 1800s is paralleled today.
Arts, Crafts & Gifts Fair
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, ColneEach year, the theatre is transformed into a major exhibition hall and regularly features over 70 local crafters and artists. There are always new and unusual crafts to see, along with all our regular exhibitors.
THE LANCASHIRE HOTPOTS
The Muni Theatre ColneThe ultimate party starters The Lancashire Hotpots are back to give you the biggest night out of the year. For more years than they care to remember, the Hotpots have built up a solid reputation as THE go to band for a good night out.
A Twelfth Colour-Rail Journey – A Spotters Story’
Settle Victoria Hall Kirkgate, SettleGiggleswick Railway Circle (GRC) is a voluntary group that holds regular meetings for anyone interested in railways. In this presentation, Paul Chancellor charts his life as a spotter and how its twist and turns brought about his ownership of Colour-Rail. There are many stories of what he got up to that today's generation would think could impossible in today's world.
NELL BRYDEN
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickAudience favourite Nell Bryden is back with a new and deeply personal album: "I Love You So Much I'm Blind."
ADAM ANT
York Barbican Paragon St, YorkPerforming his classic chart-topping hits and personal favourites, Adam Ant will be appearing live across the UK this November.
Rhinestone Cowboy -The Story of Glen Campbell
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenRhinestone Cowboy: The Story of Glen Campbell is a dynamic live music experience that celebrates the extraordinary life and timeless music of one of country music's most beloved legends.
A CHRISTMAS MURDER MYSTERY
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportA brand-new crime-solving show in Southport. Brush off your best suit and bring your feather boa!
Snow White – Christmas Pantomime 2025
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnTom Rolfe Productions are thrilled to be back with a brand new production bursting with dazzling costumes, hilarious comedy, sensational singing, beautiful scenery, and the coolest Magnificent Seven ever! Various times & prices.
FOREST FAMILY FUN
Harwes Farm Foulridge, ColneQualified Forest School practitioners will lead Forest Family Fun and will flow along a Forest School approach. This event is for families, children are 0-18 years and grown-ups get a chance to play out for free too!
FESTIVE STORYTELLING CLAUS
East Riddlesden Hall Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.Families can join Mrs Claus for storytelling in the Great Hall this year, take a seat and enjoy a festive tale. Visit the letter-writing station in the Discovery Room, write down all of your Christmas wishes for Mrs Claus to take home to the North Pole.
MENSTON ART CLUB EXHIBITION
Kirklands Community Centre MenstonThe next exhibition takes place on the 22nd and 23rd November 2025 in Kirklands Main Hall. Members' paintings and crafts will be available to admire and purchase. The café will be open during the exhibition, serving warming drinks and homemade cakes. The exhibition will be open from 10.30 am to 4.30 pm on both days. Admission is free. There will be a cafe selling beverages, lunches and homemade cakes. This year, funds will be raised towards a new hut for the Menston Scouts & Guides.
SWITCH ON SATURDAY
Barnoldswick Town Centre BarnoldswickChristmas street market, food stalls, lantern making, Santa’s grotto, live performances, lantern parade around town centre streets, marching bands, Christmas lights switch on, live music, dancing in the town square and fireworks.
VIKING DRAGON FIRE
The Axe Imperium The Fun House, ColneIt's Viking fancy dress, we will be throwing our Patented Dragon Axes® and then partying into the night. There are limited spaces, and it won't happen again this year! Book online. Over 16s only.
The Night Sky Show
St George's Hall Bridge St, BradfordBringing his successful sell out and highly praised show. Astronomer and author Adrian West (aka VirtualAstro) presents a glorious visual and thought-provoking experience for everyone that looks up and wonders.
The Yorkshire Dales Ukulele Weekender Gala Show
Settle Victoria Hall Kirkgate, SettleCome along for the highlight of the Yorkshire Dales Ukulele Weekender — packed with world-class performers, laughter, and the unmistakable sound of the ukulele.
Royal Ballet: Cinderella
Settle Victoria Hall Kirkgate, SettleLive Screening from The Royal Ballet. This enchanting ballet by The Royal Ballet’s Founding Choreographer Frederick Ashton is a theatrical experience for all the family and will transport you into an ethereal world where a sprinkling of fairy dust makes dreams come true.
STEELEYE SPAN IN CONCERT
King's Hall Station Road, IlkleyTogether for fifty six years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. Now they return with Conflict, their first full studio album in over five years.
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK – MAGICAL FAMILY PANTOMIME
Harrogate Studio Theatre Oxford Street, HarrogateTimes are hard for Dame Trott. She has no money, and her only child Jack isn’t much help either. When Dame Trott decides to sell their precious cow Buttercup at market, they are tricked into exchanging her for just a handful of beans – and that’s when the magic really begins!