1 January to 31 December
UK City of Culture 2025
Various venues Bradford
Bradford 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. 1 January to 31 December. https://www.visitbradford.com/

11 January to 28 September
ENGINEERY EXHIBITION
Leeds Industrial Museum, Armley Mills, Canal Rd, Leeds
On the 300th anniversary of John Smeaton, dubbed the Father of Civil Engineering, our new exhibition celebrates civil engineering in its many forms! Uncover unique objects that were central to Smeaton’s journey and an accompanying exhibition by our Young Smeatonians group which poses challenging questions about the subject. The exhibition is on until 28th Sept 2025.       11 January to 28 September. https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/

1 February to 31 December
From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum, Church Street, Haworth
The 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. 1 February to 31 December. bronte.org.uk

11 February to 5 November
THE BLACKPOOL TOWER CIRCUS
Blackpool Tower Circus , Blackpool
Experience stunts, comedy, and legendary clowns Mooky and Mr Boo at this historic circus. 11 February to 5 November. theblackpooltower.com

24 March to 31 December
Axe-Throwing
The Axe Imperium, The Fun House, Colne
Axes 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. 24 March to 31 December. https://www.axestoashes.com/axe-imperium

25 March to 29 March
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
The smash-hit London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat returns to Leeds Grand Theatre – starring Joe McElderry as Pharaoh! 7.30pm, Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2pm. £27 - £71. 25 March to 29 March. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

25 March to 29 March
Little Women
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Anne-Marie Casey’s masterful new adaptation of Little Women that breathes new life into one of the best loved novels of all time. 7.30pm, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £15 - £39.50. 25 March to 29 March. .blackpoolgrand.co.uk

29 March to 31 December
Life Goes On – Exhibition
Salts Mill, Saltaire, Shipley
An 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.   29 March to 31 December. saltsmill.org.uk

29 March
THE INVISIBLE MAN – A gothic theatre
Heskin Hall, Wood Lane, Chorley
The Invisible Man – A gothic theatre . Ingenious, Invisible,  Insane. One of the greatest science fiction tales of all time is adapted by Don’t Go Into The Cellar! Based on the classic H.G. Wells Novella. All day. https://heskinhall.com/

29 March to 6 April
Exhibition – Ilkley Art Club
Ilkley Manor House,, Castle Yard, Ilkley
Ilkley Art Club is an inclusive and welcoming group whose members have varying styles and approaches to their art, enjoying practical sessions, including working from the figure, lectures, discussions and demonstrations. Exhibition Sat & Sun. Free. 29 March to 6 April. www.ilkleymanorhouse.org

29 March
Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra & Bfd Festival Choral Society
St. George’s Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford
Bradford Festival Choral Society, in collaboration with the Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra, presents a dramatic and diverse concert - promising to captivate audiences with its blend of contemporary and classical masterpieces. Carl Orff's iconic Carmina Burana, Reena Esmail's This Love Between Us. £17.75 - £35.75. 7:30 pm. www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

29 March
Oasiz Tribute Band
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the release of (What’s the story) Morning Glory, OASIZ are embarking on a 2025 UK tour and this is your chance to see them in top form. £25. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

31 March
Mark Smith: The Story of the Victoria Cross
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
Witness Mark’s extensive knowledge live as he explores and details the instigation of the Victoria Cross, expels some of the myths, and presents some of the breathtaking stories of those men who have been awarded this country’s highest award for bravery. £29.50. 7:30 pm. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

31 March to 1 April
CHRIS MCCAUSLAND: YONKS!
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Comedy - You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You, The Royal Variety, QI, Blankety Blank, The Last Leg, and tons more as well. 31 March to 1 April. blcgroup.co.uk

1 April to 4 April
My Fair Lady
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
My Fair Lady is a beautiful musical based on George Bernard Shaw’s play, Pygmalion. Presented by All Souls' Operatic Society. 7.15pm. Sat mat 2.15pm. 1 April to 4 April. http://www.halifaxplayhouse.org.uk/

2 April to 2 November
An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s

An exhibition bringing the household of Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s to life, through the original account books of the Shuttleworth Family. Various opening times. 2 April to 2 November. lancashire.gov.uk

2 April to 5 April
Day Of Reckoning
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
Comedy drama by Pam Valentine. £12, concs. £11. 2 April to 5 April. www.prestonplayhouse.co.uk

3 April
21st Century Tennessee
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
The ultimate must-see modern day country show, combining all your favourite contemporary artists and hits into one phenomenal live show. £27. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. blcgroup.co.uk

3 April to 5 April
BOUNCERS & SHAKERS
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Lancaster Footlights Presents: Bouncers & Shakers by John Godber and Jane Thornton. £12.50. 3 April to 5 April. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

4 April
Talk on The Civil Wars in Lancashire 1642 to 1651
Gawthorpe Hall, Burnley Road, Padiham
This talk is an in depth look at one of the most turbulent times in English History- the Civil Wars of the 1640s, with a focus on events in Lancashire and their wider effects. £10 Booking essential (includes refreshments and admission to the Hall).           1:30 pm to 3:00 pm. lancashire.gov.uk

4 April
Harry Baker: Wonderful
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
After a sellout Edinburgh Fringe Run and subsequent 40-date UK Tour, World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker is back with a brand new show celebrating the wonder that is being alive. £15, concs £12. 7:30 pm. https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/

4 April
Walk Like A Man
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
Walk Like A Man is the ultimate celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, recreating the iconic powerful falsetto with perfection. £26.50. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

5 April to 1 November
Trial By Jury
Bradford Police Museum,, City Hall, Centenary Square,, Bradford
Experience the drama and intrigue of a Victorian-era courtroom like never before! Join us for an immersive reenactment where you become part of the story. First Saturday of each month. £15/£20. 5 April to 1 November. bradfordpolicemuseum.com

5 April
The Choral Pilgrimage 2025
Blackburn Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Blackburn
In an age of resurgent conflict and frenetic demands on our attention, the 2025 Choral Pilgrimage: Angel of Peace offers a slice of tranquility in many forms courtesy of luminous, purifying music traversing six centuries. £10. 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm. visitlancashire.com

5 April
Haworth Haddock
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
The Haworth Haddock returns for 2025, serving the best local Fish & Chips while travelling through the Worth Valley behind a steam locomotive. For full details about this special train, and what is included in the price of your ticket, please visit the Haworth Haddock page on our main website. Adult £31, child £20. 7:15 pm to 11:00 pm. kwvr.co.uk

5 April
The Ultimate Commitments and Blues Brothers Experience
The Muni Theatre , Colne
In a show that has been described as “absolutely amazing” and “truly authentic”, take a trip down memory lane as you re-live the story lines and all the brilliant music of both classic films of The Commitments and the The Blues Brothers in a full live-band experience, where Chicago Blues meets Dublin Soul. £26, concs £22. 7:30 pm. https://www.themuni.co.uk

5 April
The Yorkshire Gypsy Swing Collective
Ilkley Playhouse, Weston Road, Ilkley
The Yorkshire Gypsy Swing Collective! feature some of the region’s hottest gypsy jazz and swing players live at the Ilkley Playhouse. £15. 7:30 pm. ilkleyplayhouse.co.uk

7 April to 12 April
Breathing Corpses – A dark comedy by Laura Wade
Bingley Little Theatre, Bingley Arts Centre, Bingley
This black comedy opens with a hotel chambermaid’s discovery of a dead body; and, as the play tracks back in time, each scene explains its predecessor. £12. 7 April to 12 April. bingleyartscentre.co.uk

8 April to 12 April
Six – Musical
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford
From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. Vaious times and prices. 8 April to 12 April. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

8 April to 12 April
Handbagged
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
The Iron Lady vs. The Crown: It’s a handbag-off for the ages! Moira Buffini’s clever and fiercely funny comedy is a fly-on-the-wall look at what might have happened when Queen Elizabeth II and Margaret Thatcher came face-to-face in the privacy of the palace. 7.30pm, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £15 - £43. 8 April to 12 April. blackpoolgrand.co.uk

8 April
Easter Half Term Family Activities
Bradford Cathedral, 1 Stott Hill, Bradford
Families are invited to enjoy a variety of free activities during the Easter holiday, including crafts, colouring, trails, quizzes, and plenty of fun for all ages. 10am - 12pm & 1pm - 3pm. Family-friendly guided tours will be held at 11am, and 2pm, or visitors can explore the Cathedral on their own with a self-guided tour. All day.

9 April
The Wizarding Adventure
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St, Bury
One return trip from Bury to Rawtenstall hauled by a genuine heritage (and spell) powered train. An approximately hour and a half wizarding experience with the region’s most pre-eminent enchanters. Wizard themed activities. Ages  5yr - 12yr but anyone is welcome. £20/£17.50. All day. eastlancsrailway.org.uk

9 April
PINOCCHIO
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Join Pinocchio as he sets off on his adventure to Fantasy Island, where he hopes to learn right from wrong and fulfil his dreams of becoming a real boy. 2pm & 6pm. £18, concs £16.         All day. blcgroup.co.uk

9 April
Wood Owl and the Box of Wonders + Accompanying Puppet-making Workshop
The Muni Theatre , Colne
A beautiful new Hoglets play for pre- and primary-aged children. Featuring beautiful handmade puppets, original songs and music and an age-old message that the love we show to others comes back to us in time. £10. 10:30 am to 10:30 pm. https://www.themuni.co.uk/

9 April to 12 April
Chicago: Teen Edition
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market Street, Colne
Stage Door Youth Theatre present Chicago. Adults: £15, Concessions: £12. 9 April to 12 April. pendlehippodrome.com

10 April to 28 May
The Dino Adventure
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St, Bury
Join our intrepid explorers (10th April and 28th May) on an adventure of Jurassic proportions as we give you the opportunity to get up close and personal with our baby dinosaurs. Your adventure includes a steam train ride from Bury to Rawtenstall and back, a roughly two-hour dino experience with our professional dinosaur handlers, themed activities and plenty of photo opportunities. Various times. £17.50/£20. 10 April to 28 May. eastlancsrailway.org.uk

10 April
Queen Of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Experience the ultimate tribute to Whitney’s remarkable musical repertoire in an electrifying production that honours her timeless songs with sensational vocalists and a full live band. £22. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

11 April to 13 April
The Big Brass Blowout
Bradford City Centre, Various venues, Bradford
The Big Brass Blowout brings together a variety of class brass acts for three glorious days and nights of music across Bradford District. From Black Dyke classics to bhangra mash-ups, come along to celebrate the best in brass. See website for the full programme of concerts and events. 11 April to 13 April. bradford2025.co.uk

11 April
Echoes Of The North
Victoria Hall, Saltaire , Shipley
Echoes of the North: Four Chapters in Time captures the North as it’s rarely seen today. Drawn from over 100 fragments of archive film, this evocative silent movie takes audiences down the highways and byways of Northern life in the early 20th century – our communities and industries, our villages and cities, and the landmark moments that defined our lives,  with BD1 Brass leading a musical and cinematic celebration of Northern England. £10. 7:30 pm.

11 April
The UK Pink Floyd Experience
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
Celebrating 50 years since the release of the ‘Wish You Were Here’ album, UK Pink Floyd Experience recreates the atmosphere of Floyd live – featuring top-flight musicians, a stunning light show and more than two hours of incredible music £26.50. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

11 April
Made In Motor City
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
The Made In Motor City performance recreates the classic music and sounds of Motown hits from the 1960s/1970s. The show is dedicated to recreating the Sounds of Detroit (Motor City), fronted by the incredible talents of the bands three female vocalists, Alex Schofield, Loise Leather and Kerry-Jo Reed. £18, concs £16. 7:45 pm to 9:45 pm. www.halifaxplayhouse.org.uk

12 April
National Theatre Live: Dr Strangelove (Screening)
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove. 2pm & 7pm. £20.50. All day. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

12 April
The Enchanted Princess Ball
The Muni Theatre , Colne
This Royal Princess Extravaganza is a fast paced, high energy and engaging musical toe tapping adventure that is perfect for the whole family featuring stunning sets, sparkling costumes and lots of songs, dance, laughs and audience participation! Fancy Dress to this show is highly encouraged. £20, concs £18. 1:00 pm. www.themuni.co.uk

12 April
Far from the Madding Crowd
Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street, Darwen
Capricious, independent and beautiful Bathsheba Everdene inherits and manages her uncle’s farm. She is courted by three infatuated suitors: an honest, loyal and capable shepherd; a womanising and charming Sergeant; and a lonely, wealthy farmer. Who will she choose? If any of them? £21.50. 7:30 pm. bwdvenues.com

13 April to 14 December
Saltaire Farmers Market
Roberts Park, Higher Coach Road, Saltaire
The 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. 13 April to 14 December. https://realmarkets.co.uk

13 April
Lionel – The Music Of Lionel Richie
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
Following his appearances with Lionel Richie himself on ITV’s ‘Sunday Night at The Palladium’ and the ‘Graham Norton Show’ for the BBC, Malcolm Pitt delivers a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in this high-octane show celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores. £28 - £30. 7:30 pm. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

15 April
Angelica Sprockets Pockets
The Muni Theatre , Colne
Filled with Folksy’s touch of live music, puppetry, audience interaction and madness! This fun-filled show is the perfect treat for the whole family! Adult £14, concs £12, family £42. 2:00 pm. www.themuni.co.uk

15 April
Puppet Spectacular Glow Show
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
Join us for a Puppet Spectacular Glow Show, a captivating one-hour UV puppet show featuring a cast of colourful characters that will delight audiences of all ages. Adult £13, child £11. 2:00 pm. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

15 April
Adventures in Science
Chorley Theatre, Dole Lane, Chorley
Seriously Silly Science For All Ages. Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an incredible adventure into the world of science! Aided by his corvid companion Crowbert and a collection of curious contraptions. Adult £12, child £10. 2:30 pm. visitlancashire.com

15 April
La Boheme
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford
Senbla presents Opera International's award-winning Ellen Kent production featuring the Ukranian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv with international soloists, highly-praised chorus and full orchestra. £30.25 - £48.25. 7:30 pm. www.bradford-theatres.co.uk