1 August 2023 to 4 August 2023
Make Musical Magic Summer School
Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds
Work 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. £100. 1 August 2023 to 4 August 2023. carriageworkstheatre.co.uk

1 August 2023 to 31 October 2023
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. 1 August 2023 to 31 October 2023. brockholes.org

2 August 2023 to 30 August 2023
Wednesdays in August – Railbus Wednesday
Ribble Steam Railway, Chain Caul Rd,  Riversway,,  Preston
Come 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. 2 August 2023 to 30 August 2023. ribblesteam.org.uk

3 August 2023
The Rolling Stones Story
Grand Opera House , York
You 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.   7:30 pm. atgtickets.com

4 August 2023 to 6 August 2023
Bonnie & Clyde
Thornton Little Theatre, Fleetwood Rd North, Thornton-Cleveleys
Fylde 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.     4 August 2023 to 6 August 2023. wyretheatres.co.uk

4 August 2023
Magic of Motown
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breathtaking live concert spectacular. £35. 7:30 pm. blackpoolgrand.co.uk

4 August 2023
THE TIME OF OUR LIVES
Civic Arts Centre & Theatre, 155 Union Road, Accrington
The 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! £20. 7:30 pm. civictheatreevents.com

5 August 2023 to 24 September 2023
The Alpaca Walking Experience
Alpaca Fold Accommodation, Nabs Head Lane, Samlesbury
Meet 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.       5 August 2023 to 24 September 2023. alpacafold.co.uk

5 August 2023
Summer Antics at the Museum
The Whitaker, Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall
Summer 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.           £3. All day. thewhitaker.org

5 August 2023
TOM JONES: The Tribute
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
A Superb Tribute to Sir Tom himself starring Dean Jones with his live backing band The Unusual ‘s in a new theatre production. £29. 7:30 pm. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

7 August 2023 to 25 August 2023
SUMMER SCHOOLS 2023
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Come 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). £125. 7 August 2023 to 25 August 2023. dukeslancaster.org

9 August 2023
Outdoor Theatre: Alice In Wonderland
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
This 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. All day. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

10 August 2023
Hercules
Accrington Market Hall, Peel Street, Accrington
Civic 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. All day. civictheatreevents.com

10 August 2023
The Glenn Miller and Big Band Spectacular
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
The music that filled the dancehalls during the Big Band era is brought to life again by The Moonlight Serenade Orchestra UK. The hardest swinging big band in the UK recreates the million sellers of the 40's and 50's. £24.50. 7:30 pm. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

11 August 2023 to 13 August 2023
VW Festival
Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds
The UK’s largest family friendly VW show returns to Harewood House again this summer. With a full weekend of live entertainment, live music and VW’s galore lined up for visitors, all with a laid back atmosphere, the show offers something for all of the family. Various prices. 11 August 2023 to 13 August 2023. harewood.org

11 August 2023
Robin Hood – Outdoor Theatre
Lytham Hall, Ballam Rd,, Lytham St Annes,
Fylde coast favourites Illyria bring this year's family show to Lytham Hall. Meet well-loved characters such as Little John and Friar Tuck and enjoy tales of camaraderie, good against evil, riotous comedy…...and the audience archery competition! £5 - £15. 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. lythamhall.org.uk

11 August 2023
The Ultimate Meat Loaf Anniversary Show
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
On what will be Meat Loaf’s 1st year anniversary of his sad passing, Carl John & The TCM band celebrate the life & music of Meat Loaf. The show takes you through Meat Loaf’s career from Bat Out Of Hell to Meat’s final album Braver Than We Are. £19.50. 7:30 pm. blackburnempire.com

11 August 2023
Take That! Rule The World
Civic Arts Centre & Theatre, 155 Union Road, Accrington
Take That Tribute Band - Rule The World. £18. 7:30 pm. civictheatreevents.com

11 August 2023
The Stadium Rock Experience
Settle Victoira Hall, Kirkgate, Settle
Described as an audio and visual sensation, the Trigger band  will be providing the full ‘stadium rock experience’, delivering the excitement and spectacle associated with arena rock, with the highest standard of musicianship, and the most popular hit songs from the biggest mainstream rock acts.   £18. 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm. settlevictoriahall.org.uk

12 August 2023 to 13 August 2023
Skipton Foodie Weekend
Canal Basin, Bridge Street, Skipton
It offers a fantastic event brimming with great food and a wonderful selection of local and specialty stallholders, including some of the best producers and artisan makers in Yorkshire! Markets & music. 12 August 2023 to 13 August 2023. welcometoskipton.com

12 August 2023 to 20 August 2023
Pendle Walking Festival
Pendle Walking Festival , Various locations around Pendle
Pendle's Walking Festival is one of the largest and best in the country. The festival is an annual event and there are guided walks every day to suit walkers of all abilities, ranging from easy walks of a couple of miles to fantastic challenge walks. There are so many great walks, so....why not come and join in?     12 August 2023 to 20 August 2023. visitpendle.com

12 August 2023 to 20 August 2023
Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival
Kettlewell Village
We'll have amazing scarecrows, amazing cakes and probably some amazingly erratic weather!  At just £3 for a car parking space, and £1 for a trail sheet, it's the cheapest Day Out around! All proceeds support community organisations and groups. Great family day out.       12 August 2023 to 20 August 2023. kettlewellscarecrowfestival.co.uk

12 August 2023
Clitheroe Food Festival
Town Centre, Clitheroe , Clitheroe
Expect glorious, quality Lancashire produce, inspirational chefs, exciting culinary activities for all the family and great music from the area. What’s more this year’s festival will round off a week of foodie events being held throughout Ribble Valley.       9:30 am to 4:30 pm. clitheroefoodfestival.com.

12 August 2023 to 13 August 2023
Blackpool Air Show
Blackpool Promenade , Blackpool
Watch in wonder as some of the world's most incredible aircraft and aviators perform jaw dropping aerobatics and fly-bys over Blackpool seafront. A brilliant weekend of free family entertainment with food stalls, sideshows and a real festival atmosphere. 12 August 2023 to 13 August 2023. visitblackpool.com

12 August 2023 to 13 August 2023
1635 Household
Skipton Castle , Skipton
Journey back to the 17th Century and see a glimpse of Skipton Castle's Household life. Adult £1120, child £7.50, under 5s free, family £37.                   12 August 2023 to 13 August 2023. skiptoncastle.co.uk

12 August 2023
ROBIN HOOD – Outdoor Theatre
Bolton Abbey Estate , Skipton
Featuring tales of camaraderie, good against evil, swashbuckling action and riotous comedy, this remains one of Illyria’s most popular ever titles. Adult £18, child £12.50.       6:00 pm to 8:30 pm. boltonabbey.com

14 August 2023 to 16 August 2023
Disney’s Winnie The Pooh
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Disney’s iconic Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their best friends Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Rabbit, and Owl (oh… and don’t forget Tigger too!) have come to life in a beautifully crafted musical stage adaptation. Various times & prices. 14 August 2023 to 16 August 2023. blackpoolgrand.co.uk

15 August 2023 to 19 August 2023
GREATEST DAYS – TAKE THAT MUSICAL
Opera House, Winter Gardens , Blackpool
Greatest Days features 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. 15 August 2023 to 19 August 2023. wintergardensblackpool.co.uk

16 August 2023
Outdoor Theatre: Peter Pan
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
This is the tale about the boy who didn't want to grow up. An adventure with Pirates, Indian Braves and the Lost Boys on Never Never Land. 12pm & 2.30pm. £8. Group of 3 - £20, group of 4 - £25. All day. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

16 August 2023
The Lord Chamberlain’s Men present Romeo and Juliet
East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.
Ourdoor Theatre - With a history stretching back to William Shakespeare himself they present this great play as he first saw it, in the open air, with an all male cast and Elizabethan costumes, music and dance. Adult £18, child £10. 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

17 August 2023
Under The Boardwalk
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
A Celebration Of The Drifters, Stylistics, Temptations & The Other Soul Icons. Adult £28, concs £26. 7:30 pm. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

18 August 2023
Elvis Remembered
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
Elvis Remembered takes you through the career of the King of Rock n Roll, Elvis Presley from the hits of the 50s n 60s to the concert shows of the 70s. Paul Molloy and The Memphis band bringing you a full two hour live show. £18.50. 7:30 pm. blackburnempire.com

18 August 2023
BURN – A tribute to Deep Purple
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport
Over two hours of hi-octane Purple classics from all eras, including Highway Star, Child in Time, Stormbringer, Space Truckin’, Fireball, You Fool No One, Smoke on the Water, Soldier of Fortune, Woman from Tokyo and, of course, BURN. £16. 7:30 pm. theatkinson.co.uk

19 August 2023 to 20 August 2023
Art in the Pen
The Mart Theatre, Gargrave Road, Skipton
Art in the Pen is a well established and highly regarded art and craft fair that runs each year at Skipton Auction Mart. From humble beginnings, the event has developed into what many now consider to be the North's leading art event. £6. 19 August 2023 to 20 August 2023.

19 August 2023
The Original 1940s Dance 2023
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
The Original 1940s Dance during the Lytham 1940s Weekend will be once again held at the Lowther Pavilion. Tickets include dancing to the Debonaires vintage swing band and dine on our famous Ration Pack. Dress code 1940’s vintage   £27.50. 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

20 August 2023
The Curse of the Haunted Pirate Ship
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
Tom Rolfe Productions return with a swashbuckling summer pantomime for all the family! Join Buckle the cabin boy and all the gang as they embark on an adventure amidst the high seas. 1pm & 5pm. All day. blackburnempire.com

20 August 2023
Peter Pan – Outdoor Theatre
Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen St, Huddersfield
Join Slapstick Picnic for a theatrical treat like no other as they whip up a three hander version of JM Barrie’s classic play Peter Pan. 3pm & 7pm.  £12 - £19.       All day. thelbt.org

20 August 2023
FARMERS’ MARKET
Hoghton Tower, Hoghton, Preston
Explore the finest produce Lancashire has to offer, from meat and cheese to delicious traditional pies. Choose from a mouth-watering selection of cakes, brownies and muffins, treat yourself to a coffee, and pick up some local gin or beer for later!  £2 per car. 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. hoghtontower.co.uk

20 August 2023
THE GREAT BRITISH LORRIES DAY
The British Commercial Vehicle Museum, King Street, Leyland
One of the biggest gatherings of classic lorries. Leylands, Fodens, ERFs, Atkinsons, Scammells, AECs, Commers, Albions, Morris Commercials to name just a few. . . but also expect some buses and vans. 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. britishcommercialvehiclemuseum.com

20 August 2023
Towneley Tribute Festival
Towneley Park , Burnley
Towneley Park Tribute Festival comes to Towneley Park, Burnley  with some of the UKs best tribute bands. There will food court, cocktail & gin bars and more! Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult.           1:00 pm. towneleytributefestival.com

20 August 2023
Pride & Prejudice – Outdoor Theatre
Lytham Hall, Ballam Rd,, Lytham St Annes,
The finale of the 13th season of open air theatre at Lytham Hall sees Illyria presenting Oliver Gray’s stage adaptation of one of Jane Austen’s most popular novels. £8 - £15. 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. lythamhall.org.uk

21 August 2023
Rockin’ With Laughter
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
This Fabulous 50’s/60’s variety show is a new production for 2023 presented by the cast of “We’ll Meet Again” and “The Good Old Days of Music Hall”. £11.50. 2:00 pm. blackburnempire.com

22 August 2023
An Evening with Iain Matthews
King’s Hall, Station Road, Ilkley
Legendary figure of the British folk scene Iain Matthews comes to King's Hall for an intimate evening to reflect on his 50 years in music alongside an acoustic set. £24.50. 7:30 pm. bradford-theatres.co.uk

24 August 2023
The Merry Wives of Windsor – Outdoor Theatre
Settle Victoria Hall, Kirkgate, Settle
A story of marriage, wealth, jealousy and lies. Falstaff is down on his luck, so decides to restore his fortunes by seducing the wives of two wealthy merchants. £16. 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. settlevictoriahall.org.uk

25 August 2023 to 28 August 2023
BOLTON FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL
Bolton , Greater Manchester
One of the largest events of its kind anywhere in the UK the festival features hundreds of traders, live music, street entertainment, family fun and a wide range of food themed activities, plus celebrity chefs. boltonfoodanddrinkfestival.com 25 August 2023 to 28 August 2023. boltonfoodanddrinkfestival.com

25 August 2023 to 27 August 2023
GREAT BRITISH RHYTHM & BLUES FESTIVAL
Town Centre, Colne
The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival, Britain’s largest and longest running event of its kind, is back with a bang. Each music venue is within easy reach of the main street, making this event not only Europe's best contemporary blues festival, but also one-of-a-kind and much-loved festival for people of the local area. 25 August 2023 to 27 August 2023. bluesfestival.co.uk

25 August 2023
Eclipse: The Pink Floyd Experience
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport
A not-to-be-missed evening of Floyd classics, supported by spectacular lighting and multi-media effects. £20. 7:30 pm. theatkinson.co.uk

26 August 2023 to 28 August 2023
Lytham World Food & Drink Festival 2023
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
Come along August Bank holiday weekend as an incredible selection of mouth watering and thirst quenching vendors take over gardens. This free to enter event hosts a variety of stalls and free family entertainment. 26 August 2023 to 28 August 2023. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

26 August 2023
Maddy Prior and Forgotten Lands
Settle Victoria Hall, Kirkgate, Settle
Maddy Prior & Forgotten Lands is both a performance and an opportunity to learn, experience & explore traditional folk song with some of the very best vocal teachers in the business. £16. 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm. settlevictoriahall.org.uk

29 August 2023 to 2 September 2023
Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap is the world’s longest-running play. This thrilling West End production is the genre-defining murder mystery from the best-selling novelist of all time… case closed!  7.30pm, Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £30 - £53. 29 August 2023 to 2 September 2023. leedsheritagetheatres.com