Only Fools and Horses-Musical
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordBased on John Sullivan’s legendary television show, this critically acclaimed home-grown musical spectacular features cherished material from Britain’s best loved TV series. Various times & prices.
John Nichol: The Unknown Warrior
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsJohn Nichol, a former RAF Tornado Navigator and Gulf War POW, embarks on a poignant journey to uncover the emotional tale of The Unknown Warrior interred in Westminster Abbey, highlighting our enduring need to honour and grieve for the fallen.
Wonder Boy
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolOlivier Award-winner Sally Cookson (A Monster Calls) directs the critically acclaimed Bristol Old Vic production of WONDER BOY by Ross Willis, a heart-warming and inspiring story about the power of communication. 10am, 2pm & 7pm. £18.50 - £28.50.
Legends of the Dance Floor
St. George's Hall BradfordStrictly Come Dancing legends Brendan Cole, James Jordan, Pasha Kovalev, Vincent Simone and Ian Waite are to perform in a spectacular new show called Legends of The Dance Floor. £32.75 - £57.75.
DANIEL O’REILLY: OUT OF CHARACTER
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyDaniel has had many characters, but for this live show he's going ‘Out Of Character’ to stand up as he brings the laughs and looks back on the mischief, the mistakes and the madness of his career so far.
The Magic Flute – Opera North
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThe Magic Flute is the ideal introduction to opera for everyone, packed with fantasy, romance and daring. Various prices.
GO YOUR OWN WAY
Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, BingleyTribute to the music of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac. £13 in advance, £15.50 on the door.
Blackadder II: Head, Potato and Chains
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterAfter last year’s fabulously successful and hilarious show, we are delighted to announce that Footlights will be returning to Elizabethan England this October for three more Blackadder II stories.
30th Anniversary of The Craven Accordion Orchestra
Gargrave Gargrave Village Hall, SkiptonThe Craven Accordion Orchestra is celebrating its 30th Anniversary with a day of Celebrations on Saturday 12th October 2024 at Gargrave Village Hall. The day will culminate with a Grand Concert at 7-30pm. Tickets £10 and £8 are available via Harry Hinchcliffe 07401 768356.
Step Back in Time: 1940s Weekend at Eden Camp
Eden Camp MaltonAttendees are invited to brylcream their hair, don their best hats, and dress to impress as they step back in time and immerse themselves in the vibrant spirit of the 1940s at Eden Camp! On line prices Adult £15, child £13, family £56.
TALON – THE BEST OF EAGLES
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyTalon – The Best of Eagles - To The Limit 2024 featuring the Eagles timeless back catalogue including Hotel California, Take It Easy, One Of These Nights, Take It To The Limit, Life In The Fast Lane and many more.
Sound and Vision – David Bowie Tribute
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen‘Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie’ was launched on what would have been Bowie’s 75th birthday in 2022. It’ll be a memorable rock experience with the UK’s best sound-alike Bowie show.
Pendle Ladies Charity Concert featuring Two Award Winning Choirs
St John's Methodist Church Exchange St, ColneThe current Lancashire choir of the year, will be supported by the outstanding Lord St Junior Choir to present an evening of Lancashire music.
THE AUTUMN TRANSPORT SHOW
The British Commercial Vehicle Museum King Street, LeylandOwners of vintage and classic cars, trucks, buses and motorcycles gather for our end of season show. Vehicle Entries are free: Use the On- Line Booking Form.
Cluedo 2
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolSet in the swinging 1960s, we meet a host new suspects, a new house, and lot of new bodies, in this all new tale of murder, mystery and secret passageways. 7.30pm. Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £20 - £47.50.
BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway The Railway Station, Station Road, HaworthOver the weekend, the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is transformed into a 5-mile-long Beer & Music Festival. There will be a wide selection of beers (mostly real ales) from all over the country to choose from. Arguably one of the the North’s best Beer & Music Festivals and one of the KWVR’s biggest events. Live music throughout the weekend.
JERSEY BEATS
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyThe Jersey Beats – Oh What a Nite Tour. A sensational show celebrating the wonderful music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons!
Pumpkin Trail
Bolton Abbey Estate SkiptonThe Pumpkin Trail is back! Come along and navigate your way through Strid Wood following the giant pumpkins! Keep your eyes peeled for clues hidden in the mystery boxes along the way. These will help to unveil clues to solve the puzzle! The Pumpkin Trail is included in the Estate car park fee.
Brighouse & Rastrick Brass Band
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsThe Brighouse & Rastrick Brass Band is regarded by many as the best and most consistent 'public subscription band' in the world. £15 - £35.
FARMERS’ MARKET
Hoghton Tower Hoghton, PrestonExplore the finest produce Lancashire has to offer in the grounds of historic, iconic Hoghton Tower, set against the spectacular backdrop of the Lancashire countryside. £2 per car.
Swan Lake – Imperial Classical Ballet
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnSwan Lake captures, like no other ballet, the full range of human emotions - from hope to despair, from terror to tenderness, from melancholy to ecstasy. Featuring live Orchestra with over 30 musicians. £23 - £41.
Abigail’s Party
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolWelcome to Mike Leigh’s cult-classic comedy, and prepare to see it like never before. This is the party to end all parties, and you’re all invited. RSVP. 7.30pm. Thurs & Sat mat 2.30p. £15 - £39.50.
Pony Grooming at HAPPA
Happa Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, BurnleyHave you ever wanted to groom a horse or pony? Now is your chance to here at Happa. For just £5, you can learn how to correctly groom one of our Happa ponies, with our qualified & experienced staff during a 15-minute grooming session. Ages 4yrs plus.
Swan Lake – Crown Ballet
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterMagic of classical ballet, performed live on stage. £17 - £24.
THE WIZARD OF OZ – FAMILY PANTO
The Muni Theatre ColneTake a stroll down the yellow brick road this October half term as Tom Rolfe Productions proudly present everyone’s favourite pantomime story The Wizard of Oz live on stage. £14.50 - £18.
Magic Queen
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyMagic Queen's ability to recreate Queen's live performances is something truly special and their high-energy show offers the greatest hits and maximum entertainment.
Swan Lake
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonSwan Lake – The greatest of all romantic ballets. Swan Lake is one of Tchaikovsky’s best works, featuring some of ballet’s most memorable music and breath-taking dance. £22.75 £27.75.
Opera North’s Ruddigore
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsHilarity, dancing and tongue-twisting singing… Ruddigore has all the hallmarks of classic Gilbert and Sullivan, a creative duo unlike any other who made a profound mark on the light opera world. Various times & prices.
CROWN BALLET® PRESENTS THE NUTCRACKER
The Muni Theatre ColneThe Nutcracker - a charming and kind fairy tale is one of the jewels of Tchaikovsky's repertoire. Prepare to enter a magical new world – the nutcracker in this ballet may be a handsome prince in disguise.
Ghost The Musical
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordThe international smash hit returns to the stage, featuring The Righteous Brothers' Unchained Melody alongside many more terrific songs co-written by Eurythmics' Dave Stewart. 7.30pm. Wed & Thurs mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £15.50 - £50.50.
Magical Mozart by Candlelight
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterWith beautiful settings, costumes, lighting, and of course candles, the European Baroque Ensemble and world class opera singers transport you back to the sumptuous past.
The Houghton Weavers
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonThe Houghton Weavers have been entertaining folk for many years with their unique blend of popular folk music, humour and audience participation and have recorded over 30 albums.
The Magic of Motown
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterGet ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular.
KILLER RHAPSODY: A Night of Queen
Bingley Little Theatre Bingley Arts Centre, BingleyA night of Queen performed by Killer Rhapsody. Standing only.
Goldilocks Clothing Sale, Lunches , Homemade Goods
Higherford Methodist Church 5 Bankfield St, BarrowfordSweet Charity
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterSet in 1960s New York, this fabulous musical features classic songs such as Hey Big Spender, Rich Man’s Frug, If My Friends Could See Me Now, There’s Gotta Be Something Better and many more. Presented by Lancaster Red Rose AODS. 7.15pm, Sat mat 2.15pm.
Fred Dinenage – Ronnie, Reggie and Me
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenDiscover the definitive insight into the real life of Britain’s most notorious gangsters, from their trusted official biographer, Fred Dinenage.
Aled Jones – Full Circle
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyAfter 40 years in the business, Aled is looking back on a remarkable career with a one-man show, that will feature never-before-heard music, tales from the decades and for the first time, his story told in his own words. It's time to come Full Circle. £32.75 - £72.75.
THE HERD
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyThis sharp and witty play examines how a severe disability for one family member can define the lives of all those around him. A situation which the playwright, Rory Kinnear, faced through his own childhood. £6 - £14.
Lucy Beaumont – Trouble and Strife
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnBAFTA nominee and star of Taskmaster Lucy Beaumont is going to let loose and let slip on her roller coaster world. With off-beat stories, unusual anecdotes, and bizarre journeys through modern day womanhood, life through the Beaumont lens is more surreal than you could ever imagine.
ANNIE – Burnley Light Opera Society
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyCome along for the 90th celebration of the Burnley Light Opera Society and witness their spectacular production of the globally acclaimed musical, "Annie." Various times & prices.
Annual Diesel Multi Unit Gala
East Lancashire Railway 23a Bolton St, BuryFans of railcars won’t want to miss the annual diesel multiple unit gala. Usually seen supporting their larger cousins, this event sees the diminutive DMUs take centre stage.
Dancing in the Streets – Motown Greatest Hits
St. George's Hall BradfordA spectacular celebration of classic music from the heart of the Motor City - Detroit, Dancing In The Streets is a concert full of timeless tracks that have shaped generation after generation. £30.75 - £37.75.
The Haunting – Preston Drama Club
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonThe Haunting is a spine-chilling, traditional ghost story, with unexpected twists, turns, thrills and revelations. The play, by Hugh Janes has been adapted from several original ghost stories written by Charles Dickens.
Blue Stockings
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolA moving, comical and eye-opening story of four young women fighting for education and self-determination against the larger backdrop of women’s suffrage. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm.
Paddy McGuinness – Stand Up Tour
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsPaddy McGuinness returns with Nearly There… his first stand-up tour in eight years. £43.50 - £33.50.
A Night of Queen – Killer Rhapsody
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonFor over a decade, Killer Rhapsody have been blowing people’s minds with the hottest and most riveting tribute to Freddie Mercury and Queen. Amazing harmonies and large orchestration.
& Juliet – The Hit Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThere is life after Romeo! Created by the Emmy-winning writer from Schitt’s Creek, this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told and asks – what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? 7.30pm. Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £25 - £60.
The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsThis breathtaking stage show of C.S. Lewis’ classic novel returns to Leeds Playhouse following a successful West End and UK tour. With magical storytelling, bewitching stagecraft and incredible puppets, it is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Various times & prices.
DREAMCOAT STARS
The Muni Theatre ColneExperience the UK's biggest night of musical smash-hits and festive classics, in this star-studded concert. Feel the spine-tingling vocal power of four incredible singers from the hit show Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.