15 October 2023
Teach Rex LIVE – TREX Show
Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds
Get ready for an unforgettable educational adventure as a team of life-sized, roaring dinosaurs take the stage, captivating audiences of all ages. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness the prehistoric world come to life right before your eyes. 10am & 12.20pm. £9.90 - £11. All day. carriageworkstheatre.co.uk

17 October 2023 to 21 October 2023
The Real and Imagined History of The Elephant Man
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Powerful, angry and surprising – The Real and Imagined History of the Elephant Man questions industrialisation, capitalism, disability and difference, finally putting Joseph Merrick at the centre of his own story. 7.30pm. Thurs mat 2.30pm. £12.50 - £14.50. 17 October 2023 to 21 October 2023. blackpoolgrand.co.uk

17 October 2023
Martyn Ashton – Bike Party
Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds
One of the biggest personalities in mountain biking, former World Champion Mountain Bike Trials Rider, GMBN’s Martyn Ashton. Despite a life-changing back-break in 2013, Martyn has continued to explore what’s possible on a bike! In Bike Party, Martyn will take audiences through an entertaining look at his life on bikes. £17.50 - £20.50. 7:30 pm. carriageworkstheatre.co.uk

18 October 2023 to 21 October 2023
The Last Quiz Night On Earth – The Hall Players
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
Comedy Drama - It’s the end of the world. The last night on earth. An asteroid is heading straight for us. Fancy going out with a bang? Tickets from £11. 18 October 2023 to 21 October 2023. prestonplayhouse.co.uk

20 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
Lightpool Festival 2023
Various Town Centre Locations , Blackpool
The award-winning Lightpool Festival returns for nine nights from October 20-28 with a spectacular programme of light-based art installations (some of them international premieres), live performances, 3D projection shows and family-friendly activities. Brace yourself for a visual extravaganza featuring electrifying world and UK premieres. Don't miss this chance to step into a world where imagination meets illumination! Free.           20 October 2023 to 28 October 2023. visitblackpool.com

20 October 2023
The Magic of Motown
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Come celebrate our brand-new show for 2023 as we Reach Out and show you there ain’t no mountain high enough with the biggest Motown party of the year. £28. 7:30 pm. lancastergrand.co.uk

20 October 2023
Mum’s the Word – Comedy
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
The Mother of all Shows. The stuff nobody tells you about parenthood…until it’s too late. £27.50. 7:30 pm. blackburnempire.com

20 October 2023
A Beautiful Noise
Huddersfield Town Hall , Huddersfield
From London's West End, this internationally acclaimed production celebrates the music of Neil Diamond featuring Fisher Stevens.         £25.50. 7:30 pm. kirklees.gov.uk

20 October 2023
A Spoonful of Julie
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
Join Nicola Mills singing the songs of the practically perfect Julie in this memorable one woman tribute: A Spoonful of Julie. Full of charming anecdotes of Julie’s life and songs and medleys from all her best known shows.Adult £12.50, under 16s £5. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. welcometoskipton.com

21 October 2023
Extreme Queen
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market Street, Colne
Wyrley Music & Promotions presents Extreme Queen, tribute band. £18/£20. 7:30 pm. pendlehippodrome.com

22 October 2023
Novelty Dog Show
Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley
The novelty dog show will crown the most handsome dog, waggiest tail and many other coveted titles, including cutest puppy. Prizes and rosettes will be awarded for places, and you could be in with a chance to win the doggy products hamper in the championship. All funds raised on the day will help Happa.         £4. 12:00 pm. happa.org.uk

23 October 2023
Megaslam 2023 Live Tour
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market Street, Colne
Megaslam Wrestling presents Megaslam 2023 Live Tour. A two hour family entertainment spectactular. £6.13 – £40. 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. pendlehippodrome.com

23 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
Comedy by David & Robert Goodale. £10. 23 October 2023 to 28 October 2023. keighleyplayhouse.co.uk

23 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
BLT presents The Children’s Hour
Bingley Little Theatre, Bingley Arts Centre, Bingley
How powerful is a lie. The characters are wonderfully complex and original; it’s a true psychological thriller. 23 October 2023 to 28 October 2023. bingleyartscentre.co.uk

24 October 2023
Crafternoon
Horse + Bamboo, Waterfoot, Rossendale
Our crafternoon are always a big hit with the families. We have a ‘Fairytale’ themed Crafternoon this October half term. No need to book just drop in. 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. horseandbamboo.org

24 October 2023
Skipton Music Presents: Ethan Loch
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
Born in 2004 and diagnosed completely blind since birth, Ethan’s formal piano lessons began at age four with his mother and he now studies at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Winner of the 2022 BBC Young Musician Keyboard Final. £25, Under 30 £10,Under 19 £2. 7:30 pm. skiptontownhall.co.uk

24 October 2023
Gareth Gates: The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons is a spectacular high-pitched celebration of timeless music from one of the biggest selling groups of all time. £32.50. 7:30 pm. eedsheritagetheatres.com

25 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
Calendar Girls The Musical
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
Skipton Musical Theatre Company presents Calendar Girls The Musical, by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth. Wed - Fri 7.30pm, Sat 1.30pm & 6.30pm. £16 - £22.   25 October 2023 to 28 October 2023. skiptontownhall.co.uk

25 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
James Acaster: Hecklers Welcome

'One of comedy's most original voices' (Evening Standard) has written a new show. He's very proud of it. That being said, you are allowed to ruin it. Fill your boots. £30. 25 October 2023 to 28 October 2023. leedsplayhouse.org.uk

26 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
Halloween Ghost Trains
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St, Bury
Creeps, candy and costumes! Are you brave enough to board the “spooky” steam train? Join us at ELR this year for family Halloween fun aboard the “scream train” and help the Monster Squad keep order and vanquish the ghouliees! All Halloween Ghost Trains start and end at Bury Bolton Street Station. £15 - £22. Booking essential. 26 October 2023 to 28 October 2023. eastlancsrailway.org.uk

26 October 2023
THE NUTCRACKER
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
The 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. £23. 7:30 pm. alberthalls-bolton.co.uk

26 October 2023
The Houghton Weavers
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
The Houghton Weavers have been entertaining folk for 48 years with their unique blend of popular folk music, humour and audience participation. £15. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. prestonplayhouse.co.uk

27 October 2023
The Illegal Eagles
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
This critically acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including ’Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘New Kid In Town’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’ and many more… £32.50. 7:30 pm. lancastergrand.co.uk

27 October 2023
Doing The Dead
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
They’ve done Shakespeare, they’ve done Whodunnit and now the multi-award-winning Northern Comedy Theatre are back for the Halloween season with their brand new hysterically dark comedy Doing The Dead, starring Coronation Street legend Steven Arnold, who played Ashley Peacock for over 15-years. £15.50 - £16.50. 7:30 pm. prestonplayhouse.co.uk

27 October 2023
Eamonn Holmes -My Story So Far!
Huddersfield Town Hall , Huddersfield
Come along and listen to Eamonn being interviewed about his life and career. Hear all about the rich and famous he himself has interviewed. A night that is both thought provoking and laugh out loud funny! £25. 7:30 pm. kirklees.gov.uk

28 October 2023
The Nutcracker
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
The 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. 2.30pm & 7.30pm. £17 - £24. All day. lancastergrand.co.uk

28 October 2023
Fox Willow Weaving Workshop
Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds
Join Leilah Vyner from Dragon Willow to learn how to create a beautiful, life sized Fox. During this one day workshop, Leilah will guide you through the art of creating sculpture from willow.  All materials and lunch included. £85. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. harewood.org

28 October 2023
Southport Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport
Come along to The Atkinson and celebrate everything that rock, rhythm and blues has to offer! Headliners Full House play Frankie Miller are supported by Susan Santos, Brave Rival, Vanja Sky, Gerry Jablonski Band and Ramblin’ Preachers. Early Bird £29,  Advance £33,  Doors £35. 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm. theatkinson.co.uk

28 October 2023
ILLEGAL EAGLES
Huddersfield Town Hall , Huddersfield
This critically acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including ’Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘New Kid In Town’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’ and many more… £32.50. 7:30 pm. kirklees.gov.uk

29 October 2023
Sixties Gold: 60s Explosion Tour
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
Experience the magic of the 1960s as Sixties Gold returns to The Grand. 2.30pm & 7.30pm. £40 - £43. All day. leedsheritagetheatres.com

29 October 2023
JUDI DENCH
The Lowry, Pier 8, The Quays, Salford
Join the inimitable and beloved Judi Dench in conversation with friend, actor and director Brendan O’Hea to celebrate the publication of their new book Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays The Rent. All tickets come with a hardback copy of Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays The Rent. £25. 2:00 pm. thelowry.com

30 October 2023
Shakespeare’s First Folio: Craven’s National Treasure
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
Have you ever wondered how Shakespeare’s First Folio came to Craven? Join us at the museum for a short talk on why this book is so important, and how it became part of the Craven Museum collection. We’ll also be launching ‘Rewriting the missing comedies’, where you can help us fill our Folios’ blanks! 11am & 2pm. Free. All day. skiptontownhall.co.uk

30 October 2023
Half Term Art Club
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
The Art Club is designed for 10-18 year olds who love to create and express themselves through art. Each week we explore different techniques and mediums to help you develop your skills and unleash your creativity. Join us for a fun-filled Art Club  every Mon during school holidays! 10am & 2pm. £7.50. All day. skiptontownhall.co.uk

30 October 2023
DANCE FITNESS AND FUN
Trawden Community Centre
A one hour Dance/Exercise Class using movement to music. Come and join in the fun and dance your way to Fitness. The class is suitable for the over 50s and is a great way of meeting new people and making friends. No need to book just come along. Mondays 11.30am – 12.30pm. Tel: 07879886612. £5. 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. trawdenforest.com

31 October 2023
LORE
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Lore is the new production from award-winning dance company James Wilton Dance. It’s a folklore-inspired journey into a pagan world of gods, demons and humans, all embodied through otherworldly athleticism. £14. 7:30 pm. dukeslancaster.org

31 October 2023
The Ghosting of Rabbie Burns
Settle Victoria Hall, Kirkgate, Settle
18th century romance meets 21st century dating in this critically-acclaimed comedy drama by Gillian Duffy. £16. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. settlevictoriahall.org.uk

1 November 2023
Pumpkin Trail At Edgeside Park
EDGESIDE PARK, Waterfoot, Rossendale
Bring down your carved pumpkins to Edgeside Park and create a community Pumpkin Trail the day after Halloween! Add your incredible pumpkins to the trail and enjoy this magical, torchlit experience as you wander through the pumpkins on display! 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. horseandbamboo.org

1 November 2023
Discovering Antarctica: Heroic Tales of Shackleton, Crean & Scott
Square Chapel Arts Centre, 10 Square Road, Halifax
Tom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic explorer and one of Ireland’s unsung heroes, is brought to life in this dramatic and humorous solo performance by Aidan Dooley. £18. 8:00 pm. squarechapel.co.uk

2 November 2023
Tree Felling With Hand Saws
Denso Marston Nature Reserve, Otley Road, Charlestown, Shipley
On this day workshop we will be looking at the techniques on how to fell small trees using handsaws. We will also look at the reasons for felling, habitat management, and how wildlife can be encouraged by the felling of trees. Free but booki9ng is essential. For further details tel Steve 07572 771549. 10:00 am. dm-naturereserve.org.uk

2 November 2023
Steve Backshall – Ocean
St. George’s Hall , Bradford
Steve 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. A must-see for all the family! £28.50. 7:00 pm. bradford-theatres.co.uk

2 November 2023
The Australian Pink Floyd Show: The Dark Side of the Moon
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
The Dark Side Of The Moon 50th Anniversary Tour will bring to the stage an album that means so much to Pink Floyd fans all over the world. Originally released in 1973, The Dark Side of The Moon is one of the best-selling and most critically acclaimed albums of all time. £32.75 - £47.25.     7:30 pm. victoriatheatre.co.uk

2 November 2023
Anthems of Rock
Civic Arts Centre & Theatre, 155 Union Road, Accrington
Some people just wish they lived in another era, the era of classic rock! If you are a fan of live classic rock, this is the show for you! £23. 7:30 pm. civicartscentre.co.uk

2 November 2023
COMEDY NIGHT
The Met, Market Street, Bury
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the first thursday of every month. With Mark Nelson, Louis Burgess, Stuart Thomas and MC Dave Longley. £14. 8:00 pm. themet.org.uk

2 November 2023
Ultimate Coldplay
The Met, Market Street, Bury
Expect all the biggest hits spanning Coldplay’s two decade back-catalogue including Paradise, Fix You, Viva la Vida, My Universe and Yellow. £22. 8:00 pm. themet.org.uk

3 November 2023
Sociable History Club – Waddington’s Games of Leeds
Lancaster City Museum, Market Square,, Lancaster
Discover the history of the famous board game makers, from printing theatre posters to working with Winston Churchill himself. 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk

3 November 2023
The Bubble Show
Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds
Join Mr. Bubbles with his extraordinary soap bubbles in all shapes and sizes! The Bubble Show is a unique blend of magic, storytelling, science and bubble art! £14.30, concs £13.20. 2:00 pm. carriageworkstheatre.co.uk

3 November 2023
Parsonage Unwrapped: Charlotte and the Great Exhibition
Bronte Parsonage Museum, Church Street, Haworth
The 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. £27.50. 7:00 pm. bronte.org.uk

3 November 2023
Roy Chubby Brown
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
After 50 years in show business Roy Chubby Brown has proven himself time and time again -  he is Britain's King Of Comedy. £27. 7:30 pm. lancastergrand.co.uk

3 November 2023
An Evening of Burlesque
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
An Evening of Burlesque – a night of laughter, cabaret, mystery and glamour. £30. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. alberthalls-bolton.co.uk

3 November 2023
Skipton Comedy Live
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
Get 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. £10. 8:00 pm. skiptontownhall.co.uk