Parsonage Unwrapped: Charlotte and the Great Exhibition
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthThe Great Exhibition of 1851, visited by Charlotte Bronte, was a spectacular coming together of the most incredible minds in the country. Join us for this special Parsonage Unwrapped session to discover more about what The Great Exhibition had to offer, and the potential influence this had on Charlotte. Complimentary drinks at 6.30pm.
Roy Chubby Brown
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterAfter 50 years in show business Roy Chubby Brown has proven himself time and time again - he is Britain's King Of Comedy.
An Evening of Burlesque
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonAn Evening of Burlesque – a night of laughter, cabaret, mystery and glamour.
Skipton Comedy Live
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonGet ready to laugh until your sides hurt as we present an evening of side-splitting comedy at our monthly comedy extravaganza! Featuring Chris Brooker, Sully O Sullivan & Dan Antopolski.
Gruffalo Family Fun Day
East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, BuryMeet the Gruffalo at intervals on each day at Bury Transport Museum. There will also be a host of other family fun activities including fun fair rides, face painters, craft activities and more. Ticket Price includes a ride on any train services on the day of your visit – no need to book separately, just pick a time that suits you on the day. Adult £16, child £15, under 2s free.
Yorkshire Health & Wellbeing Festival
Victoria Hall, Keighley KeighleyExplore complementary health practitioners and stalls, many offering taster sessions and delightful samples available for purchase on the day. Entry includes all the talks and workshops. £3 online each or 6 for £12 or £5 on the door.
Make a Mini Rocket
Gawthorpe Hall Burnley Road, PadihamCrafts in the nursery for bonfire night. Come and have a go at making your own mini rocket model to blast off Bonfire Night. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Included in admission to the Hall (£6 adult, £4 concession, children under 16 free).
Fish & Chips Blackpool Heritage Tram Tour
Heritage Tram Tours, North Pier & Tower Heritage Tram Stop, BlackpoolOur 75-minute tour provides award-winning Fish & Chips from a traditional local chippy – Papas Fish & Chips – all onboard one of our Heritage Trams. This is one of the most unique ways to experience Blackpool as it combines the best sights, smells and tastes of our seaside town! Adult £12, child £7.
The Opera Boys – A Night at the Musicals
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnFrom timeless classics like Les Miserables, Phantom of The Opera and West Side Story, to modern smash hits such as Jersey Boys, We Will Rock You and The Greatest Showman, this is the perfect show for musical theatre lovers both young and old.
BBC Philharmonic – Wagner, Strauss and Mozart
The Bridgewater Hall Lower Mosley Street, ManchesterKerem Hasan the conductor runs the gamut of emotions as we delve into the heart’s highs and lows in this rich romantic programme. £14.50 to £29.00.
LOST IN MUSIC
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonGet ready to recreate the Magical 70’s and let us take you on a musical journey straight to the heart of Disco! This show boasts a sensational live band, incredibly talented cast and stunning vocals.
English Polyphonic Music
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, BlackburnA feast of polyphonic choral music by composers enjoying major anniversaries in 2023, Byrd, Weelkes and Cornysh. £15 and £10.
STUART DAVID
Colne Legion Club Keighley Road, ColneA welcome return for this most popular artiste. Come and enjoy a great night of live music.
Antiques, Vintage & Collectibles Fair
The Clarke Foley Centre, Cunliffe Road Cunliffe Rd, Ilkley24 stalls selling a great variety of antiques, vintage and collectibles plus a cafe with delicious refreshments.
Halifax Choral Society present Mendelssohn’s Elijah
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxMendelssohn’s thrilling choral masterpiece charts the struggle of the Israelites to endure hardship and find God. This special performance, sung in English and conducted by Darius Battiwalla, combines the voices of the Halifax Choral Society and the Leeds Philharmonic Chorus, together with four professional soloists. The concert will be accompanied by the Skipton Building Society Camerata. £18 - £32.
Fashion Show
Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, BingleyHigh Street clothing at affordable prices. Watch the runway models, get the look, drink the wine! Free glass of wine or soft drink upon entry.
Calendar Girls the Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThis brand-new production of the award-winning musical, written by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth, features a re-imagined book and new music! 7.30pm. Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £29 - £50.
Little Shop of Horrors
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterThe dark comedy musical presented by Lancaster Red Rose AODS. Sat mat 2.15pm.
Guided Walk – Lower Laithe
Parish Church Church Street, HaworthMeet Daphne Allen at 10.30am on the steps of Haworth Parish Church for a varied circular walk with several stiles and a short climb up to Stanbury returning via the Duchy of Lumb Foot. 5 miles. Please bring a packed lunch.
Festive Wreath Workshop
The Croft House 109-111 Main Street,, BingleyJoin talented local florist Julia for a hugely enjoyable festive wreath making session in which she will help you create a unique wreath to display and enjoy this Christmas.
The Royal Ballet: Don Quixote (12A)
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesThis energetic 19th-century ballet is enlivened by Ludwig Minkus’ spirited score and is a wonderful showcase for the virtuosity of The Royal Ballet's Principal dancers. Created for The Royal Ballet a decade ago, Carlos Acosta’s exuberant production featuring Tim Hatley’s characterful designs brings the heat and romance of Cervantes' classic novel to life. Screening 3hrs 30mins.
Rope by Patrick Hamilton
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsRope by Patrick Hamilton. The play that inspired Alfred Hitchcock, a pitch black comedy of murder and intrigue. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. Adult £15, concs £13.
SUNDAY CLUB
St Michael and All Angels Church Skipton Road, FoulridgeFun, stories and activities.
Artisan Winter Market
Harewood House Harewood, LeedsFor five days only, over 100 local makers, crafters and producers will fill Harewood’s North Park Walk for this special Artisan Winter Market. Tickets include entrance to the Artisan Winter Market and the grounds and gardens. Pre-booked £5, on the day £7 .50.
Steve Backshall – Ocean
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnSteve Backshall’s Ocean is a love letter to the most exciting environment on our planet – and a great way to learn more about what we need to do to save our seas. £21 - £28.
FESTIVAL OF LIGHT AND ANGELS
St Michael and All Angels Church Skipton Road, FoulridgeWith Blackburn Chamber Choir and director John Robinson. Tickets from £10.
Holy Cow
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonStoryteller Emily Hennessey and sitar player Sheema Mukherjee - This is performance storytelling & live music at its most accessible and engaging, bursting with humour, dance, ritual and an infectiously fun energy. £7.50 - £12.50.
High Times and Dirty Monsters
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsThis raucous, radical, celebratory, and hard-hitting hip hop gig theatre show shares the good times and the not so good times of being young and disabled in 2023. Various times. £15 - £20.
Cottonshed Theatre Company: Beware of the Doll
The Whitaker Haslingden Road, RawtenstallInspired by the Cabinet of Curiosities and taxidermy pieces at The Whitaker, this show has been expertly conceived and created by the children’s section (7-11 years) of this inclusive theatre group. Come along and experience the weird, scary and spooky side of theatre.
Ground Rules by Eric Chappell
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenEric Chappell’s comedy is by turns hilarious and poignant, preposterous and touching. By the end, nobody’s relationships – or perhaps even partners – will ever be the same again!
Rhys James – Split Milk
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterOne of the final Mock The Week regulars and star of Live At The Apollo, Rhys’s previous tour sold out over 70 dates nationwide.
Gary Delaney: Gary in Punderland
Square Chapel Arts Centre 10 Square Road, HalifaxGet ready to dive into a rabbit hole of the best jokes in the world – star of Live at the Apollo and sell-out sensation Gary Delaney is back!
Bury Beer Festival 2023
The Met Market Street, BuryDerby Hall will be taken over for two days of drinking and discussing brilliant beers from Bury’s local breweries. There’ll be brewery bars with a range of cask and keg creations from across the area, plus a cider bar, and a gin bar. There’ll also be entertainment, music, food.
BINGO NIGHT
Colne Legion Club Keighley Road, ColneAll welcome. £100 jackpot flyer. Members draw & meat raffle after bingo.
Celebrating George Michael
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnFeaturing the acclaimed Steve Mitchell, this production focuses on a more mature and seasoned style that George brought us with performances such as the 1996 “MTV UNPLUGGED” from the Three Mills studio in London.
Fairytale of New York
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolDirect from the West End and after two sell-out tours, the ultimate feel-good Irish-inspired Christmas show is back with an even bigger production for 2023. £27.50 - £31.50.
Dan Nightingale’s Special
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonFollowing on from the triple-extended 2022 tour Smasher; 2023 will see him hit the road again to show even more people what 18,000 monthly patreons, 55,000 YouTube subscribers and one million monthly download & viewers already know – that Dan Nightingale’s Special.
Fairytale of New York
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolDirect from the West End and after two sell-out tours, the ultimate feel-good Irish-inspired Christmas show is back with an even bigger production for 2023. £22.50 - £31.50.
The Kings Voice
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyThere’s only one Elvis Presley and there’s only one artiste who captures his spirit on stage – the inimitable Gordon Hendricks. £28.50 - £30.50.
Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out
St. George's Hall BradfordJoin Peppa, along with her family and friends as they go to the zoo and also the beach for a special party- it’s going to be an exciting and fun packed day. Various times. £18 - £21.
Myths, Monsters & Legends
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxFor a small northern town, Halifax has a surprising wealth of notorious, dastardly, infamous and outright famous people in its chequered past. Come on an immersive tour and meet some of our towns historic celebrities. Talks and tours operating from 12pm until late.
The Nutcracker
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThe Nutcracker - presented by Classical Ballet and Opera House. A lavish ballet of the festive season. Featuring a live Orchestra with over 30 musicians. £28.25 - £41.25.
SWEET CAROLINE – THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO NEIL DIAMOND
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonSweet Caroline featuring Gary Ryan, as seen on ‘Stars in Their Eyes'
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyBurnley Light Opera presents Young Frankenstein! Full of brilliant musical numbers, this electrifying adaptation of Mel Brooks' monstrously funny film will leave you in stitches.Sat mat 2.30pm.
YA BASTA!
The Trawden Arms Community Pub Church Street, TrawdenCome and join in on Saturday night! Francis, Yasmine and Yesenia are a trio who do modern pop, soul and R&B covers.
SUNDAY CLUB
St. Michael and All Angels Church Skipton Road, ColneFun, stories and activities on Sunday morning.
JUNIORS RUGBY
Colne F.C. Holt House, Harrison Drive, ColneRugby for children aged 10 and upwards, great Sunday morning fun with Colne and Nelson Rugby Club.
Grasstrack Demonstration, Back To Basic Bangers, Lady Bangers
Odsal Stadium, Rooley Lane, BradfordA fantastic afternoon of British Stock Car racing at Odsal Stadium to thrill motor sports fans!
EVENSONG SERVICE
Colne Parish Church Church Street, ColnePeace, restoration and inspiration in this traditional form of said and sung worship.
Reverend Richard Coles: Borderline National Trinket
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsAn intimate evening with a unique national treasure embarking on a first full national tour because he’s done pretty much everything else a person can do.