AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS
Williamson Park LancasterThe Dukes outdoor theatre extravaganza returns with an epic adventure for the whole family! Join us on this incredible race around the world - by trains, boats, elephants and balloons! In an epic whirlwind adventure in the beautiful setting of Lancasters Williamson Park. Adult £22m child £16.
One Night of Elvis – Lee ‘Memphis’ King
Grand Opera House YorkLee Memphis King, Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute artist, recreates the essence of the King with consummate ease and an almost unbelievable combination of stunningly accurate vocals and incredible passion in every performance. £26 - £62.
The Jerseys Live!
Lawrence Batley Theatre Queen's Square, Queen St, HuddersfieldJoin The Jerseys and celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. £21 - £23.
BARNOLDSWICK KITE FESTIVAL
Victory Park BarnoldswickMagnificent kite displays, market, street food, creative activities. Fun for all the family. Free.
The Snail and the Whale
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsJoin an adventurous young girl and her seafaring father as they reimagine the story of a tiny snail’s incredible trip around the world, inspired by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved picture book. Various times. £13.50 - £15.50.
VINTAGE TRAINS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthOn successive weekends in 2023, Vintage Trains will operate using a selection of our collection of historic older coaches, many of which date back to Victorian times and rarely see public use. These carriages form part of the Railway’s museum collection. Every weekend from 22nd July - 20th Aug.
DINOSAURS HAVE LANDED!
Mrs Dowsons Farm Park Hawkshaw Farm, Longsight Rd,, Blackburn.Join the explorers, using stunning puppetry to bring remarkably life-like dinosaurs to life. Step into the world of Brassica - DinoLAND, and discover immersive storytelling, friendly baby dinosaurs, a huge Stegosaurus, and the menacing T-Rex - plus all the fun of the farm park. Adult £12.79, child £14.96.
PIRATES & MERMAIDS
Mother Shipton’s Cave Prophecy Lodge, High Bridge, KnaresboroughTake a trip under the sea to meet our very own magnificent mermaid and swashbuckling pirate! Explore the little mermaid’s enchanted cavern filled with gadgets and gizmos aplenty, whozits and whatzits galore. It’s time to shell-abrate at Mother Shipton’s Pirates & Mermaids event this summer.
LOWTHER’S ICE CREAM FESTIVAL
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesCome along to the Lytham Ice Cream Festival for a fourth year in a row. The free to enter event will bring together over a dozen local, well-loved vendors for a weekend of ice cream and free family entertainment.
Wizard of Oz Outdoor Theatre
Harewood House Harewood, LeedsYou are invited to click your heels and ease on down the yellow brick road as Immersion Theatre proudly presents a brand new adaptation of The Wizard of Oz, a magical family show guaranteed to have you in stitches from beginning to end! Adult £16, child £14, family £56
COMEDY NIGHT AT THE BARN
Pendle Heritage Centre Barrowfod, ColneOur MC for the evening 'Big Lou' from Manford's Comedy Club, Adam Hughes (Frog & Bucket Manchester competition finalist) Middle act - TBA, Joe Zalias (Headline act).
Tony Christie: 80th Birthday Tour
Settle Victoira Hall Kirkgate, SettleThe legendary crooner continues to entertain audiences around the world with incredible showmanship, an unmistakable powerful vocal that has captivated generation after generation and a set list that packs a punch.
THE DRIFTERS
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonFollowing their phenomenally successful recent tour, which included dates at London’s Royal Albert Hall and arenas around the UK, The Drifters are back on tour with a brand-new show performing all their classic hits from the last six decades.
The Very Best of Tommy Cooper
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolThe Very Best of Tommy Cooper includes many of Cooper’s beloved one-liners, dazzling wordplay and celebrated tricks, including Glass/Bottle, Dappy Duck, Spot the Dog and Jar/Spoon.
Festival of Archaeology
East Riddlesden Hall Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.Archaeology is all about the objects that people from the past have left behind. They show us how they lived and help us to work out where we came from too. Free event (Admission applies).
42nd Street
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, Leeds42nd Street is a larger-than-life, massively entertaining celebration of musicals and the irrepressible spirit of Broadway that’s guaranteed to lift anyone’s spirits. 7.30pm. Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £29 - £50.
Afternoon Dance
Marine Hall The Esplanade,, FleetwoodWhether you are an experienced dancer or it's Strictly for fun, the Afternoon Dances in the beautiful Marine Hall ballroom are a great way to exercise and socialise. Tickets can be purchased in advance and are usually available on the day. 25th July, 15th Aug & 12th Sept.
COLNE GRAND PRIX CYCLE RACE
Colne Town Centre ColneThe race is part of the British Cycling Elite National Circuit Series and takes place on a closed-road 800m circuit around Colne’s one-way system, making for a fast, exciting spectacle. As a round of the National Elite Series, the top riders in the country take part. It is wonderful to see so many people here in Colne enjoying the thrilling cycle racing in the centre of town each year.
Dick Whittington – Outdoor Theatre
Lowther Gardens Lytham St. AnnesWith Fairy Tinkle Bells watching over them Dick, Alice, Tommy the cat and Sarah the cook set sail in pursuit of King Rat to the island of Treasure. 12pm & 2.30pm.
Rapunzel
Accrington Market Hall Peel Street, AccringtonCivic Arts Centre and Theatre - Back by popular demand free children's shows at Accrington Market. This event is free to attend but we are asking that people 'book' online so that we know how many people to expect. Please bring cushions & blankets to sit on. 10.30am & 1pm.
CIRQUE: The Greatest Show!
St. George's Hall BradfordMusical theatre meets jaw-dropping circus spectacular as showstoppers from everyone’s favourite West End hits combine with breath-taking, amazing aerialists, incredible contortionists, and thrilling trapeze artistes. Fun for all the family. 7.30pm, Fri mat 2pm. £30 - £37.
THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC
Harrogate Theatre Oxford Street, HarrogateThe Ultimate Tribute to Abba. Calling all Dancing Queens, this is your night to say, Thank you for the Music!
Dragon Fun
Judges Lodgings, Church Street, LancasterVisit for summer fun and make your own daring dragon at our family drop in. 28th July, 11th & 25th Aug. 11am to 12.30pm and 1pm to 3.30pm
CHORLEY FLOWER SHOW
Astley Park Chorley, LancashireWe are bringing back the Chorley Flower Show live from Astley Park with a 3 day show. Some of the finest professional exhibitors with multiple gold medals from the country’s largest flower shows and RHS events. Chorley Flower Show is a great day out for all of the family.
Made in Tennessee
Bingley Little Theatre Bingley Arts Centre, BingleyMade in Tennessee - The soundtrack of American Country. With a band made up of some of UK’s finest country musicians.
Everything Changes – Take That Tribute Show
Lawrence Batley Theatre Queen's Square, Queen St, HuddersfieldThis amazing production will see you enjoy all the songs from the early day up to the current hits, so immerse yourself into the Take That spectacular and sing, dance and party all night long.
Yorkshire Day – a reet good laugh a’ orl things Yorkshire
Church Green KeighleyYorkshire Day in Keighley is a tongue-in-cheek celebration of living and working in God's own country, highlighting some of our favourite Yorkshire icons and local organisations. There will be plenty for the kids as well. Most of it will be free, including - Tug-o-war with special prize, Railway Children show, inventor shows, exploding experiments, children’s rides, inflatables, face painting, dancing displays, comedy. Plus, we'll have a bit of fun with our friends and neighbours over the border in Lancashire....
Colne Food and Drink Festival
Market Street ColneAfter a hugh success from last year, The Food & Drink Festival returns! Food and drink tastings across the town centre hospitality venues. There will be 50 artisan market stalls from across the county, entertainment, craft area for children, man vs food competitions, cookery demonstrations. Fun day out.
The Forbidden Corner
The Forbidden Corner Tupgill Park Estate, Middleham, LeyburnThe Forbidden Corner is a unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies and surprises created within a four acre garden in the heart of Tupgill Park and the Yorkshire Dales. A tourist visitor attraction unlike anywhere that you have been before, ideal for the adventurers and those young at heart! Booking essential.
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
Hoghton Tower Hoghton, PrestonOutdoor Theatre - Join the Handlebards at Hoghton Tower for a hilarious, high-octane production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night's Dream. £12.50 - £19.50.
SHAKESPEARE’S TWELFTH NIGHT – Outdoor Theatre
Bolton Abbey Estate SkiptonIllyria presents an evening of yearning romance, music and sheer joy - all performed on a stage inspired by those of the Elizabethan touring troupes. Please bring your own seating and weather appropriate clothing. Adult £18, child £12.50.
Hamlet
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnA story of revenge and ultimately, tragedy. Initiate Theatre bring to life this exciting story mixing classical text with contemporary techniques, exciting sword fights, unexpected turns and the magic of theatre. Adult £19.50, child £16.50.
Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds2023 marks the 10th Anniversary of Sarah and Duck, but it is also someone else’s special day. Join Sarah and her best friend Duck as they plan the ultimate circus soiree to help Scarf Lady celebrate her birthday. 1.30pm & 4pm. 1.30pm & 4pm.
MOTORCYCLE HILL CLIMB
Leighton Hall CarnforthGet your helmets ready and head down to Leighton Hall, near Carnforth, to witness the exhilarating motorcycle hill climb. The event organised by Marshalls North West centres around a 220m hill climb on the drive of Leighton Hall, including a thrilling 60 degree bend just 50 metres from the starting line.
Brassed Off
Yeadon Town Hall High Street, YeadonA Yorkshire coal mine is threatened with closure, this is the story of how a community unite together in music whilst dealing with their fears for the future. 7.30pm. Satmat 2.30pm. £17 - £19.
FAMILY MONTH AUGUST
Leighton Hall CarnforthExtended opening times to welcome families to the Hall for a free teddy bear hunt around the house. There’s also time to take a woodland walk, enjoy brass rubbings, follow the tree face trail, climb on the play area, enjoy bee corner and the insect hotel, or run around the caterpillar maze. 1st - 31st Aug. Tues to Fri, between 1.30pm - 5.30pm (plus Sun).
Family Cycle Zone
Bolton Abbey Estate SkiptonOur Family Cycle Zone offers a safe area for children to cycle, away from the hazards of traffic and pedestrians. With “roads” cut through the grass and road signs to mark the way, children can enjoy endless fun and freedom manoeuvring the roundabout and junctions!Entry to the Family Cycle Zone is included with your car parking ticket. So enjoy a great value family day out.
Make Musical Magic Summer School
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsWork with award-winning industry professionals to create a new musical performance of your own! Four days jam-packed with singing, acting, dancing, and writing your own musical numbers. The showcase performance is free for parents and friends at 6pm on the final day.
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Brockholes Nature Reserve Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.Whether it’s on the iconic floating visitor village or on the 250 acre nature reserve, Brockholes is full of nature moments just waiting for you to find. Located just off the M6, Brockholes is perfect for a family day out. Open daily 10am - 5pm.
Wednesdays in August – Railbus Wednesday
Ribble Steam Railway Chain Caul Rd, Riversway,, PrestonCome and ride in our Vintage Railbus every Wed in August. Railbus runs every 45 minutes from 11:00am to 3:30pm. Book on line or just turn up on the day. Subject to availability.
The Rolling Stones Story
Grand Opera House YorkYou can now relive all these classic hits in The Rolling Stones Story, a high energy concert celebrating the music of the World’s Greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll Band. The world’s No. 1 Mick Jagger lookalike Paul Ashworth. £13 - £59.
Bonnie & Clyde
Thornton Little Theatre Fleetwood Rd North, Thornton-CleveleysFylde Coast Youth Theatre’s Elite Showteam bring you Bonnie and Clyde the Musical. Bonnie & Clyde tells the story of real-life fugitives, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. 7.30pm, Sat & Sun mat 2.30pm. £10 - £15.
Magic of Motown
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolGet ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breathtaking live concert spectacular.
THE TIME OF OUR LIVES
Civic Arts Centre & Theatre 155 Union Road, AccringtonThe movies of the 80’s were a never-ending whirlwind of classic and timeless soundtracks! Join the Rock for Heroes gang as we re-live the infamous sounds of the movies of a generation!
The Alpaca Walking Experience
Alpaca Fold Accommodation Nabs Head Lane, SamlesburyMeet and greet the beautiful alpacas or take them for a private walk on this working sheep farm, located in the rural village of Samlesbury on a 35-acre smallholding. Feed them their favourite treats and learn lots of alpaca fact too. Walks last approximately one and a half hours, all children must be accompanied by a full paying adult. Adult £20, child £15.
Summer Antics at the Museum
The Whitaker Haslingden Road, RawtenstallSummer story, make and take. It's National Book Lovers Day this week so come and join us as we read some summer stories and then make a summer themed mask to take home. 11am & 1pm.
TOM JONES: The Tribute
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesA Superb Tribute to Sir Tom himself starring Dean Jones with his live backing band The Unusual ‘s in a new theatre production.
SUMMER SCHOOLS 2023
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterCome along to one of our two summer schools! Young people will take part in acting and devising masterclasses alongside games and improvisation, all led by skilled practitioners. The week will culminate with a showcase for family and friends, and is a great opportunity to get creative, make new friends and learn valuable skills. 7th - 11th Aug (8 - 12yr olds), 21st - 25th Aug (13 - 18 yr olds).
Outdoor Theatre: Alice In Wonderland
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesThis musical adaptation is sure to delight and have you dancing in the aisles. From Alice’s first meeting with the Mad Hatter to her last encounter with the Queen of Hearts. 12pm & 2.30pm. £8. Group of 3 - £20, group of 4 - £25.
Hercules
Accrington Market Hall Peel Street, AccringtonCivic Arts Centre and Theatre - Back by popular demand free children's shows at Accrington Market. This event is free to attend but we are asking that people 'book' online so that we know how many people to expect. Please bring cushions & blankets to sit on. 10.30am & 1pm.