10 July 2024 to 1 December 2024
Within Nature – East And West
Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane,
Keighley
Three artists, two from South Korea and one from England met at Camberwell School of Art in 1990 and became friends. They promised each other that one day they would hold an exhibition together. The years pass and now in 2024, Bradford District Museums and Galleries are hosting their exhibition ‘Within Nature – East and West’. Closed Mon.
10 July 2024 to 1 December 2024.
https://bradfordmuseums.org/
1 August 2024 to 3 November 2024
David Hockney: A Year In Normandie
Salts Mill, Saltaire,
Shipley
One of David Hockney's latest works is now being exhibited in the historic Salt's Mill on a specially designed display which connects over 200 interlinking works from the Bradford-born artist. Open Wed - Sun. Free.
1 August 2024 to 3 November 2024.
https://www.saltsmill.org.uk/
5 September 2024 to 28 November 2024
POETRY & LITERATURE COURSE
Ilkley Playhouse, Weston Road,
Ilkley
Poetry & Literature course returns on Thurs 5th Sept and will cover the following topics: Who's Afraid of Marcel Proust? & Poetry of Place. Course Tutor: Robert Hemmings, PhD. £75 for ten sessions.
£75.
5 September 2024 to 28 November 2024.
https://ilkleyplayhouse.co.uk/
18 September 2024 to 30 October 2024
Beat the Street
Pendle
A fun, free game for the community of Pendle to see how far you can walk, run or cycle around your area.
18 September 2024 to 30 October 2024.
beatthestreet.me/pendle/
6 October 2024 to 1 December 2024
Woof Shack at HAPPA
Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,,
Burnley
Join the Woof Shack first Sunday of every month for an exciting array of activities. Enjoy special guests, guided walks, engaging activities, and informative talks and training sessions. Free.
6 October 2024 to 1 December 2024.
https://www.happa.org.uk/
19 October 2024 to 3 November 2024
Pumpkin Trail
Bolton Abbey Estate ,
Skipton
The 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.
19 October 2024 to 3 November 2024.
https://boltonabbey.com/
22 October 2024 to 26 October 2024
Abigail’s Party
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Welcome 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.
22 October 2024 to 26 October 2024.
https://www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk/
23 October 2024
Swan Lake – Crown Ballet
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate ,
Lancaster
Magic of classical ballet, performed live on stage. £17 - £24.
7:30 pm.
https://lancastergrand.co.uk/
24 October 2024 to 26 October 2024
Six: Teen Edition
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market Street,
Colne
Pendle Hippodrome Youth Theatre presents Six: Teen Edition. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2pm. Adults £14, Under 19’s £12.
24 October 2024 to 26 October 2024.
https://www.pendlehippodrome.com/
25 October 2024
THE WIZARD OF OZ – FAMILY PANTO
The Muni Theatre ,
Colne
Take 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.
6:30 pm.
https://www.themuni.co.uk/
25 October 2024
Magic Queen
King’s Hall, Station Road,
Ilkley
Magic 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.
£29.25.
7:30 pm.
https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/
25 October 2024
Swan Lake
Albert Halls, Victoria Square,
Bolton
Swan 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.
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/
26 October 2024 to 2 November 2024
Opera North’s Ruddigore
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate,
Leeds
Hilarity, 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.
26 October 2024 to 2 November 2024.
https://www.operanorth.co.uk/
26 October 2024
CROWN BALLET® PRESENTS THE NUTCRACKER
The Muni Theatre ,
Colne
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.
£27.
2:30 pm.
https://www.themuni.co.uk/
29 October 2024 to 2 November 2024
Ghost The Musical
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street,
Bradford
The 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.
29 October 2024 to 2 November 2024.
www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/
29 October 2024
Magical Mozart by Candlelight
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate ,
Lancaster
With beautiful settings, costumes, lighting, and of course candles, the European Baroque Ensemble and world class opera singers transport you back to the sumptuous past.
£22.50.
7:30 pm.
https://lancastergrand.co.uk/
29 October 2024 to 31 October 2024
Sweeney Todd Immersive
Winter Gardens, Blackpool
Join us this Halloween, step into the dark and thrilling world of Sweeney Todd – The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, presented by Encore Productions at the Pavilion Theatre, Winter Gardens Blackpool and witness a musical thriller that cuts deeper than ever before. In Immersive Theatrical Event, prepare to be transported back in time as the theatre transforms into the infamous Mrs. Lovett’s pie shop. Sit right in the middle of the action where every note of suspense is palpable, and the aroma of mystery fills the air. This isn’t just a show; it’s an experience that surrounds you, engulfs you, and keeps you on the edge of your seat. Enhance your experience with a delectable twist—every ticket includes one of Mrs. Lovett’s infamous pies, baked specially for our guests. Savour the flavour of Victorian London while the tale of the demon barber unfolds around you. Tickets for this unique theatrical event are strictly limited. Secure your spot in Mrs. Lovett’s pie shop and be part of a story where suspense meets culinary delight. To book tickets and for more information on dates & show times please visit www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
29 October 2024 to 31 October 2024.
https://www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk/events/sweeney-todd/
30 October 2024
The Houghton Weavers
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West,
Preston
The 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.
£15.
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
https://www.prestonplayhouse.co.uk/
31 October 2024
The Magic of Motown
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate ,
Lancaster
Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular.
£32.
7:30 pm.
https://lancastergrand.co.uk/
1 November 2024 to 2 November 2024
KILLER RHAPSODY: A Night of Queen
Bingley Little Theatre, Bingley Arts Centre,
Bingley
A night of Queen performed by Killer Rhapsody. Standing only.
£18.
1 November 2024 to 2 November 2024.
https://www.bingleyartscentre.co.uk/
2 November 2024
Goldilocks Clothing Sale, Lunches , Homemade Goods
Higherford Methodist Church, 5 Bankfield St,
Barrowford
All day.
https://www.burnleyandpendlemethodistcircuit.com/higherford
2 November 2024
Clitheroe Castle Bonfire and Fireworks Display
Clitheroe Castle, Castle Hill,
Clitheroe
Clitheroe Castle Bonfire and Fireworks Display promises great value entertainment for all, with food and drink on the castle field from 5pm, alongside on-field entertainment and activites. Adult £5, child £2.
5:00 pm.
https://www.visitlancashire.com/
3 November 2024
Music by the Leeds Waits at Gawthorpe Hall
Gawthorpe Hall, Burnley Road,
Padiham
Musicians from the Leeds Waits will perform music that would have been heard at Gawthorpe Hall in the early seventeenth century, linked with the Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s exhibition. 12.30pm, 1.30pm & 2.30pm. General admission.
All day.
https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/
3 November 2024
Skipton Artisan Market
Canal Basin, Bridge Street,
Skipton
The Market is home to talented stallholders offering an amazing selection of predominantly handmade and hand produced food, drink, arts and crafts. Skipton Artisan Market takes place on the 1st Sunday of the month on the Canal Basin.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://www.rshartisanmarket.co.uk/
5 November 2024 to 9 November 2024
Sweet Charity
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate ,
Lancaster
Set 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.
£16.
5 November 2024 to 9 November 2024.
https://lancastergrand.co.uk/
5 November 2024
TOWNELEY BONFIRE 2024
Townely Park ,
Burnley
There will be lots to do including the funfair, hot food and drinks, music and games from the main stage and two professional firework displays. Plus as everyone enjoyed the fire performers so much in the previous years, they have been invited back to perform for you at 2024's event.£4.50, family £15.
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
https://blcgroup.co.uk/
7 November 2024 to 9 November 2024
Light Up Lancaster – The Art of Science
Town Centre, Lancaster ,
Lancaster
Light Up Lancaster is a free 3-day family festival of light and art that will illuminate various locations throughout Lancaster city centre. So prepare to come along for a magical exploration of the city of Lancaster as you've never seen it before.
7 November 2024 to 9 November 2024.
7 November 2024
Fred Dinenage – Ronnie, Reggie and Me
Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street,
Darwen
Discover the definitive insight into the real life of Britain’s most notorious gangsters, from their trusted official biographer, Fred Dinenage.
£26.50.
7:30 pm.
https://bwdvenues.com/
7 November 2024
Aled Jones – Full Circle
King’s Hall, Station Road,
Ilkley
After 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.
7:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/
7 November 2024 to 16 November 2024
THE HERD
Ilkley Playhouse, Weston Road,
Ilkley
This 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.
7 November 2024 to 16 November 2024.
https://ilkleyplayhouse.co.uk/
8 November 2024
Laudamus
St. Silas Church, Preston New Road,
Blackburn
Blackburn Music Society present a concert featuring well know works by Mozart and Haydn.
7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.
https://www.visitlancashire.com/
8 November 2024
Lucy Beaumont – Trouble and Strife
King George’s Hall, Northgate,
Blackburn
BAFTA 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.
£26.50.
7:30 pm.
https://bwdvenues.com/
8 November 2024
The Motown Gospel Choir
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate,
Leeds
The Motown Gospel Gospel Choir was created by Rachel Modest (The Voice UK semi-finalist) and the team behind the amazing show Let There Be House.
£19.50.
7:30 pm.
https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/
9 November 2024 to 16 November 2024
ANNIE – Burnley Light Opera Society
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road,
Burnley
Come 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.
9 November 2024 to 16 November 2024.
https://blcgroup.co.uk/
9 November 2024 to 10 November 2024
Annual Diesel Multi Unit Gala
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St,
Bury
Fans 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.
9 November 2024 to 10 November 2024.
https://www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk/
9 November 2024
Jason Manford – A Manford All Seasons
King George’s Hall, Northgate,
Blackburn
Jason Manford is back with his brand-new live show, A Manford All Seasons.
£34.50.
7:30 pm.
https://bwdvenues.com/
9 November 2024 to 16 November 2024
ANNIE – Burnley Light Opera Society
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road,
Burnley
Come along for the 90th celebration of the Burnley Light Opera Society and witness their spectacular production of the globally acclaimed musical, "Annie."
£22.
9 November 2024 to 16 November 2024.
https://blcgroup.co.uk/
10 November 2024
Willow Animal Sculpture Workshop
Holden Clough Nurseries ,
Bolton-by-Bowland
In this workshop, led by Julie at Pip Cottage, you'll focus on crafting a charming springtime hare, but you also have the option to bring your own animal idea to life.
£95.
9:00 am to 4:30 pm.
https://www.holdenclough.com/
10 November 2024
Voices of Yorkshire: Sing with Love & Dance with Joy
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street,
Halifax
The Voices of Yorkshire and Show Kids come together to create an afternoon of fun filled music and dance. Sing along to an eclectic mix of well known songs as more than 200 vocalists and 100 young dancers fill the stage with energy, positivity, colour and excitement! £17.25 - £22.25.
5:00 pm.
https://www.victoriatheatre.co.uk/
11 November 2024
Remembrance Day
Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,,
Burnley
Join us on Remembrance Day to pay our respects and honour armed forces members who have died in the line of duty. For our visitors who attend on Remembrance Day, there will be a poppy search around the farm, where you can find 11 poppies, each with a letter inside to reveal a hidden word. Free.
11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://www.happa.org.uk/
12 November 2024
MERRY HELL AT CHRISTMAS
Uplifting folk-rock with a message for troubled times.
£20.
7:00 pm.
barnoldswickmusicandartscentre.com
12 November 2024
CHRISTMAS CAROLS & FESTIVE SONG
Pendle Ladies Choir presents a mix of old and new Christmas songs with audience participation. Directed by John Garrett, with pianist Elizabeth Cockshott.
£12.
7:30 pm.
blcgroup.co.uk
12 November 2024
CHRISTMAS WITH ANTON DU BEKE
A magical evening of music, dance, and laughter with Anton Du Beke and his live band, vocalist Lance Ellington, and extraordinary dancers.
£40.75 – £56.75.
7:30 pm.
bradford-theatres.co.uk
13 November 2024
Dancing in the Streets – Motown Greatest Hits
St. George’s Hall ,
Bradford
A 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.
7:30 pm.
https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/
13 November 2024
Champagne for Lulu
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate,
Leeds
Champagne For Lulu is a massive celebration with Lulu as you’ve never seen her before, celebrating her 75th birthday last year and 60 years since she stormed into the UK charts with her iconic hit Shout and became a national treasure. £38.50 - £60.
7:30 pm.
https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/
13 November 2024
An evening with Jeff Stelling
King George’s Hall, Northgate,
Blackburn
An exclusive evening of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment with Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling anchor man of Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday for over 30 years. Special Guest - Paul Merson.
£31.50.
7:30 pm.
https://bwdvenues.com/
13 November 2024 to 16 November 2024
The Haunting – Preston Drama Club
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West,
Preston
The 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.
£12.
13 November 2024 to 16 November 2024.
https://www.prestonplayhouse.co.uk/
14 November 2024 to 16 November 2024
Blue Stockings
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
A 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.
£12.50.
14 November 2024 to 16 November 2024.
https://www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk/
14 November 2024 to 15 November 2024
Paddy McGuinness – Stand Up Tour
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate,
Leeds
Paddy McGuinness returns with Nearly There… his first stand-up tour in eight years. £43.50 - £33.50.
14 November 2024 to 15 November 2024.
https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/
15 November 2024
Horse + Bamboo’s Quiz Night
Horse + Bamboo, Waterfoot,
Rossendale
Your gracious host, Alastair Price, is returning with more question rounds from the creative and innovative to the downright ridiculous. This quiz is popular – please book your table in advance! £2 per person.
7:30 pm.
https://horseandbamboo.org/