Britain’s Got Comedy
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyJoin the best comedians from Britain’s Got Talent, as they take to the stage for the ultimate night of stand up. Hosted by comedy legend, Jamie Sutherland.
The Elton John Show – A Tribute to the Rocket Man
Civic Arts Centre & Theatre 155 Union Road, AccringtonCelebrating 50 years of Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. The Elton John Show is the UK’s newest and most exciting Elton John tribute show to hit the stage. £22.50 - £25.
Cirque: The Greatest Show
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxWhere Musical Theatre Meets Circus. It’s the brand-new variety spectacular everyone is talking about for 2023. . . welcome to Cirque: the award-winning, smash-hit sensation that is fun for all the family. 2.30pm & 7.30pm. Tickets from £27.25.
Saltaire Festival
Various Venues, Saltaire SaltaireA celebration of the arts, community and the village’s unique history, the festival attracts more than 30,000 people to enjoy some 100+ events. This year it celebrates its 20th anniversary. Featuring exhibitions, music, arts and crafts, children’s activities, markets, fairs, food and drink, comedy and spoken word, dance and theatre.
Nelson Food & Drink Festival 2023
Nelson Town Centre Scotland Road, Nelson.The 2023 Nelson Food and Drink Festival will return in style with a number of fantastic free attractions including live cooking demonstrations, entertainment for all the family and an extra special competition for local school children. Alongside the demonstrations, there will be over 30 food and drink stalls, offering incredible cuisine and an array of aromatic worldwide delights.
FYLDE COAST FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL
Marine Hall The Esplanade,, FleetwoodCome along to the annual Fylde Coast Food and Drink Festival. We will be joined by the best food and drink suppliers in our region and there’ll be lots to try and buy as well as plenty of street food cooking outside for lunch! 9th - 10th Sept. 10am - 4pm.
Be transported back for Heritage Open Day
Queen St Mill Textile Museum Harle Syke, Burnley, United KingdomTravel back to the early 1900s, and experience what life was like for mill workers in Lancashire's iconic weaving mill, Queen Street Mill. With authentically dressed and expert staff on hand, you can explore the mill as it was in its hey day. Guided tours at 12.30pm, 1.45pm, 3pm on a strictly first-come-first-serve basis. Free.
The Real Thing
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyThe Real Thing enjoyed success in the 1970s and 1980s with top three singles Can't Get By Without You, Can You Feel The Force and with their number one hit You To Me Are Everything. They return in 2023 with brand new music and a brand new tour.
Blackpool Male Voice Choir Centenary Concert
Winter Gardens BlackpoolBlackpool Male Voice Choir, finalists in the 2022 Lancashire Choir of the Year competition, invite you to help them celebrate a momentous occasion – a Centenary Concert.
Running From Paradise
Skipton Little Theatre Clifford Street,, SkiptonPurple Dreams present Running from Paradise written and directed by Tobias Nicholls. "You can run from your past... but you cannot hide from it."
A NIGHT AT THE MUSICALS
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonCome and hear all the hits from shows including Les Misérables, The Greatest Showman, Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Prince of Egypt, The Bodyguard and many more.
Fylde Coast Food and Drink Festival 2023
Marine Hall The Esplanade,, FleetwoodThis year’s event will showcase the finest food and drink from our region and with free entry, free parking and free entertainment and family activities. A fantastic, food-filled day out for all the family to enjoy!
Otley Vintage Transport Extravaganza
Knotford Nook Pool Road, OtleyLongstanding fun event featuring vintage cars, fairground organs, motorcycles, military vehicles, heavy & light commercials, tractors, steam engines, trade stands, car boot sale, displays, brass bands, children’s amusements, Punch & Judy Show, City of Leeds Pipe Band, terrier racing and more. Charity event for ‘Hang on to a Dream’ which to date has granted ‘dreams’ for around 90 young people.
THE AMERICAN ROAD SHOW
The British Commercial Vehicle Museum King Street, LeylandLong bonneted Kenworths, Peterbilts, Mack Trucks; big powerful Transams, Mustangs, Dodge Rams & Chargers . . . some Hot Rods too!! Live Country & Western music, Indians in full headdress, gun toting Cowboys, booted Cowgirls. Plus vintage American trucking films in the Museum Cinema.
Skipton Eco Day
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonThere is no planet B. A great fun family day. Throughout the day take part in the fun treasure hunt and some fun family activities. Free.
YORKSHIRE SCULPTURE PARK
Yorkshire Sculpture Park West Bretton, WakefieldYSP is fantastic for families. You can explore and play together in 500 acres of beautiful landscape with contemporary sculpture throughout. Cafe and restaurant open. We are pleased to offer baby changing facilities, family friendly food and buggy friendly paths.. Open daily. £9, concs £6, under 18s free.
John Kearns: The Varnishing Days
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsThe Varnishing Days is the heart-stopping, glasses-dropping, hard-rocking, wig-shaking, levothyroxine-taking, knee-knocking, bootlicking, justifying, teeth rattling, digressing new show from stand-up comedian to the stars John Kearns.
Some Guys Have All The Luck
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolDirect from the West End, the show brings to the stage an incredible live concert celebrating one of rock music’s most influential icons, Rod Stewart, and takes you on a musical journey that spans six decades from humble beginnings in the R ‘n B clubs of the 1960’s to world-famous rock sensation. £26 - £30.
Perfect Fourth Saxophone Quartet
St Mary’s Church Kirk Lane, Embsay, SkiptonThe ensemble will be presenting a varied programme of music from all eras, ranging from Baroque and Classical pieces, through jazz to modern popular songs. Adult £12.50. under 18s £5. Chariety event for St Mary’s Church and the church’s Carbon Zero Project.
YOGA
Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall Dotcliffe Road, KelbrookYoga session held every Monday at Kelbrook & Sough Village Hall. Feel free to come along and join us.
Matthew Bourne’s Romeo & Juliet
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordA masterful re-telling of an ageless tale of teenage discovery and the madness of first love, Romeo and Juliet garnered universal critical acclaim when it premiered in 2019, and now returns to the New Adventures repertoire alongside the very best of Bourne’s world renowned dance theatre. 7.30pm, Wed mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £18.50 - £48.
GAMES & SOCIAL CLUB
Glusburn Community & Arts Centre Colne Road, GlusburnCome along and enjoy a informal afternoon playing your favourite games, or just enjoying a hot drink and a chat. Every Tues 1.30pm - 3.30pm. £2.50 including refreshments. Tel: 07834 713735. (Derek Blackwell).
AN EVENING WITH HENRY BLOFELD
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxIn My Dear Old Things, Blowers reflect on a truly extraordinary life, filled with such scrapes and near misses. There are hilarious tales of Johnners, Arlott and other larger than life characters in the box and on tour with England.
An Evening with Bradley Wiggins
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleySir Bradley Marc Wiggins, is a British former professional road and track racing cyclist, who competed professionally between 2001 and 2016. The only rider to have won both World and Olympic championships on both the track and the road as well as winning the Tour De France. Join The Tour De France & Olympic Medallist as he discusses his fantastic career, what brought him to cycling and everything in-between! From £32.
HARROGATE AUTUMN FLOWER SHOW
Newby Hall & Gardens RiponAttracting a combined audience of up to 90,000 visitors each year, our spring and autumn shows stage the very best in gardening and horticulture. From spectacular plant nursery displays and stunning floral features to talks and demonstrations plus great garden shopping, the show makes the perfect day out for gardeners.
Led Into Zeppelin
Civic Arts Centre & Theatre 155 Union Road, AccringtonLed Into Zeppelin are the UK’s most accurate and authentic tribute show to the legendary rock band Led Zeppelin. They are acclaimed by many.
Tom Allen: Completely
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolTom Allen is back on the road with his brand new show Completely.
Lancashire Encounter Festival
Harris Museum PrestonLancashire Encounter brings a fusion of dance, music, theatre, food and community to Preston this Sept, to celebrate the inspiring creativity and diversity of Lancashire. Over three days and across eight locations, the festival offers an eclectic mix for everyone to encounter and enjoy.
500 Years of Garstang
Garstang PrestonA guided walk around the tracks and fields of Garstang to discover the history of the town and surrounding area. 5 miles. Uneven ground, fields, lanes and tracks with some moderate slopes. Expect stiles. Packed lunch required. Free. Booking essential. greatoutdoors@wyre.gov.uk
World Fireworks Championship Blackpool
Tower Festival Headland Promenade, BlackpoolThe event will gather together the crème de la crème of the world’s firework elite and promises a mouth-watering series of shows with jaw-dropping entertainment for all the family - a great opportunity for visitors to take an extended weekend break. 16th Sept, 30th Sept & 20th Oct. Free.
Patsy Cline & Friends 60th Anniversary
Marine Hall The Esplanade,, FleetwoodThe Music of Patsy Cline, Jim Reeves & Hank Williams, The Velvet Country voice of Patsy Cline caught the imagination of Sue Lowry, who has been a lifelong fan of Patsy Cline and Country Music.
The Rocket Man – a Tribute to Sir Elton John
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterA journey through Elton’s life and career, the highs and the lows with many a laugh brought to life, live on stage. The Rocket Man – a magical night in tribute to Sir Elton John.
MURDER MYSTERY – Aboard All
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportAll Aboard! The Mystery Cruise. Where anything can happen, Join Captain Mendoza and his not so delightful crew of misfits and massive egos below deck in this zany, satire style, parody, comedy, Murder Mystery.
Lancaster Krazy Races Soapbox Derby
Williamson Park LancasterCome and join thousands of spectators from across Lancaster and beyond to cheer on our krazy, wacky and outrageous soapbox downhill racers at Lancaster Krazy Races will be launching themselves from the very highest point of Williamson Park.
STEAMING DAY AT BANCROFT MILL ENGINE MUSEUM
Bancroft Mill Engine Museum Gillians Lane, BarnoldswickSee the engines and looms in operation, plus guided tours of the museum. The engine starts at 1pm. Adult £6, concs £5, children 6 – 14yrs £3, under 6s free, family £15.
Patsy Cline and Friends – 60th Anniversary Show!
Bingley Little Theatre Bingley Arts Centre, BingleyPatsy Cline was a record-breaking artist spending 251 weeks in the Country Music Album Charts in the U.S.A. With all the wonderful recordings she left behind, this will be an evening to celebrate the power of her music!
Jeff Dayton: A Salute to Glen Campbell
Settle Victoira Hall Kirkgate, SettleJeff and the band perform all the hits the same way they were done live. You'll hear stories behind the songs, Glen's country upbringing, his country humor and more.
Greatest Days
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordRelight Your Fire with this sensational new production of Take That’s smash hit musical Greatest Days. Featuring more than 15 record-breaking Take That songs, alongside a heart-warming and hilarious story of love, loss and laughter from award-winning writer Tim Firth that will make your heart shine. Various times & prices.
THE CROWN JEWELS
The Lowry Pier 8, The Quays, SalfordThe Crown Jewels is a riotous new comedy based on the most unbelievable royal caper in British history. Charismatic and unpredictable Colonel Blood is planning the greatest heist of all time: stealing the Crown Jewels in plain sight. 7.30pm. Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2pm. £22.50 - £55.
Skipton Town Hall Tea Dance
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonBring your dancing shoes to the autumn edition of our ever popular Town Hall Tea Dance! You will be entertained by Blackpool Tower resident organist, John Bowdler. Price includes sweet treats and refreshments.
Skipton Town Hall Tea Dance
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonBring your dancing shoes to the spring edition of the ever popular Town Hall Tea Dance! You will be entertained by Blackpool Tower resident organist, John Bowdler. Refreshments included in price.
Here Come the Girls
Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, PadihamA fascinating guided tour of Gawthorpe Hall focussing on the women of the Shuttleworth family. Linked to the Remarkable Women exhibition discover more about the lives of the women who lived at the Hall, covering everything from education and social reform to girl guiding and aeroplanes. Included in normal museum admission charges.
CODEBREAKERS – THE STORY OF ENIGMA
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyThis show, by Dr Mark Baldwin, is one of the Second World War’s most fascinating stories. That of the Allied Codebreakers, who deciphered a vast number of German secret messages and used the intelligence so gained to hasten Allied victory.
The Nightingales
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonA romantic comedy by Peter Quilter. From £11.
‘Take That’ – Cancer!
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyA fabulous evening of 90's entertainment from "Rule the World" one of the best Take That tribute act in the world. All proceeds go to Jacqui's Million for the care of patients at Leeds Cancer Centre.
Morecambe Poetry Festival
Morecambe Winter Gardens, MorecambeA poetry festival featuring Carol Ann Duffy, Roger McGough, Henry Normal, Atilla the Stockbroker and many many more. Individual shows available. Various prices.
PINK FLOYDIAN
Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, BingleyA Pink Floydian show is much more than a gig, it is a faithful recreation of Floyd at their finest. Comprising some of the country’s finest musicians, close your eyes and Pink Floydian will take you back. 2023 will see them perform a full rendition of Dark Side of the Moon to celebrate its 50th anniversary.
Artisan Market at Holden Clough
Holden Clough Nurseries Bolton-by-BowlandCome and meet some of the favourite local craftspeople, designers and food and drink producers to our "Apple" Artisan Market. It's a wonderful chance to meet the talented makers and find out what goes into creating their unique products. Sat 10am - 5pm, Sun 10am - 4pm. Free.
DogFest Yorkshire
Harewood House Harewood, LeedsDogFest is the ultimate dog’s day out; you can try your hand (or paw) at a variety of have-a-go activities, enter the Fun Dog Show for the chance to win Best in Show or take part in the Big Dog Walk, a group dog walk around the stunning stately home and grounds at Harewood. Plus, there’s loads of stalls, festival food and drink, and more dogs than you can ever imagine!
Art Workshops with Kerry Newell
WWT Martin Mere Fish Lane, Burscough, Nr OrmskirkKerry's workshops cater for all artistic abilities, even if you feel you have none. Beginner or more advanced, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at just how much can be achieved in one day. 21st Sept, 23rd Oct & 25th Nov.