10 January to 19 January
PETER PAN
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
The award-winning Burnley Pantomime Society are set to thrill audiences once again with one of the most popular tales ever told. Packed with comedy, great music, stunning scenery, wonderful costumes, heroes, villains, audience participation that only pantomime can provide. Various times & prices. 10 January to 19 January. https://blcgroup.co.uk/

10 January
MUSIC IN THE ROUND
Crucible Playhouse, Norfolk Street, Sheffield
Music in the Round gives you the very best musicians performing the very best chamber music. At our home in Sheffield, and many of the venues we visit around the country, you are closer to the performers, sitting just metres away from amazing artists performing spine-tingling live classical music with their heart and soul. £22. 7:00 pm. musicintheround.co.uk

11 January
THE OASIS EXPERIENCE
Viva Blackpool, Church Street, Blackpool
The world's no.1 tribute to the infamous Gallagher brothers and the band Oasis.  Recreating an intimate concert experience with the icons of rock 'n' roll. £15. 6:00 pm. vivablackpool.com

11 January
GARY AS NEIL DIAMOND LIVE AT MYTTON FOLD
Mytton Fold Hotel, Whalley Road, Langho
Forget the January Blues at Mytton Fold Hotel for an evening of the classics - Gary as Neil Diamond live. £7. 7:00 pm. ticketsource.co.uk/mytton-fold-hotel

11 January
DARKHER
The Trades Club , Hebden Bridge
The sinister yet beguiling images that DARKHER paints with her ethereal vocals, layered guitars, and atmospheric strings reflect her mostly eerie, sonic storytelling. £22. 7:30 pm. thetradesclub.com

15 January
FYLDE ICE FESTIVAL
St Annes Town Centre , St Annes
A free festival featuring ice sculptures and activities in the heart of St Annes. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. discoverfylde.co.uk

15 January
MUDFEST 2025 AT WWT MARTIN MERE
WWT Martin Mere, Fish Lane, Burscough, Nr Ormskirk
Hands-on activities celebrating the importance of mud for nature and play. 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. wwt.org.uk

15 January to 18 January
Something To Hide
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
A thriller by Leslie Sands. Set in the country getaway home of successful novelist Howard Holt, who is visited each weekend by his wife and publisher Karen. £11/£12. 15 January to 18 January. https://www.prestonplayhouse.co.uk/

16 January to 18 January
Opera North’s Love Life
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
This musical was a Broadway hit in 1948, brilliantly inventive yet laced with familiar American styles and traditions. Its hummable tunes and biting satire will be brought back to life in this brand-new production. Various times & prices. 16 January to 18 January. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

16 January to 18 January
OPERA NORTH’S LOVE LIFE
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
This musical was a Broadway hit in 1948, brilliantly inventive yet laced with familiar American styles and traditions. Its hummable tunes and biting satire will be brought back to life in this brand-new production. Various times & prices. 16 January to 18 January. leedsheritagetheatres.com

16 January
A Country Night In Nashville
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
Direct from The Royal Albert Hall, A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music. Adult £31, child £15. 7:30 pm. https://lowtherpavilion.co.uk/

17 January
OPEN DECKS NIGHT
Horse + Bamboo, Waterfoot, Rossendale
Bring your vinyl and go down to sign up for half an hour to an hour set, playing your music. Open to experienced DJs and beginners.  If this is your first time using decks, don't worry, the team will be on hand to help you out. £7. 7:00 pm. horseandbamboo.org

18 January
Whitney: Queen of the Night
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
Experience the ultimate tribute to the remarkable musical repertoire of Whitney Houston in an electrifying production that honours her timeless songs with sensational vocalists and a full live band. £22.25. 7:30 pm. https://www.victoriatheatre.co.uk/

18 January
FROM KYIV TO THE KOSMOS
Seven Arts , Leeds
Originally from Leeds, Cossack folk-punk pioneers The Ukrainians have brought Ukrainian music and culture to the attention of the West. £12. 7:30 pm. ticketsource.co.uk

18 January
THE BIG COUNTRY MUSIC SHOW
Boston Spa Village Hall , Wetherby
Starring The Wild Murphys Band with live fiddle, male and female lead vocals, stunning harmonies and great showmanship. £25. 8:00 pm. entertainmentinthespa.com

19 January
ANTIDOTE
The Trades Club , Hebden Bridge
Antidote is The Victoria Theatre’s programme of artistes that see things from a slightly different point of view, for audiences who like to challenge their understanding of live music. £10. 7:00 pm. thetradesclub.com

19 January
The Class of 55
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
The producers of The Roy Orbison Story are proud to present their brand-new production - The Class of 55 as the show explores the history of Rock n Roll. £27.50. 7:30 pm. https://blackburnempire.com/

22 January
CARDINALS
The Trades Club , Hebden Bridge
Blending Ireland’s musical beating heart with a swell of contemporary frisson, the six-piece are tied to making music they enjoy whilst being perpetually kept outside of their comfort zone. £8. 7:30 pm. thetradesclub.com

23 January to 25 January
Buttershaw St Paul’s AODS Oklahoma!
St. George’s Hall , Bradford
One of West Yorkshire’s leading amateur theatre groups are bringing the ‘golden age of Broadway musicals’ to the 2025 City of Culture with their latest production, Oklahoma. 7.15pm. Sat mat 2.15pm. £25. 23 January to 25 January. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

23 January
LYR
Philharmonic Hall , Liverpool
Experimental sounds and spoken word collide when poet laureate Simon Armitage's genre-splicing supergroup LYR play the Phil's Music Room in January! 7:00 pm.

24 January
ROCK THE GARDENS FESTIVAL 3
Empress Ballroom, Winter Gardens, Blackpool
Winter Gardens Blackpool and Killing Time Events Ltd proudly present Rock The Gardens 3. Sponsored by Dirty Blondes Blackpool & Meridian Media.  Hosted by DJ Leggy.  ​​​Winter Gardens are thrilled to have friends from The Sophie Lancaster Foundation joining them again. 5 pm. Also Sat 25th. Two-day ticket £34.75. Friday day ticket £18.25. Saturday day ticket £23.75. 5:00 pm. wintergardensblackpool.co.uk

24 January
DAN OWEN
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, , Barnoldswick
Known for his arresting, husky vocals and gritty, blues-infused pop/rock, Dan Owen is a British alternative singer/songwriter from Shropshire, England. £17.50. 7:00 pm. barnoldswickmusicandartscentre.com

24 January
MR WILSON’S SECOND LINERS PRESENT… BLOW OUT
The Trades Club , Hebden Bridge
Blending Ireland’s musical beating heart with a swell of contemporary frisson, the six-piece are tied to making music they enjoy whilst being perpetually kept outside of their comfort zone. £16.50. 8:00 pm. thetradesclub.com

25 January
Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair
Victoria Hall, Victoria Road,, Saltaire
Brought to you by Rose & Brown Vintage, the Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair is now in its 17th year. You will find 45 brilliant stalls, all selling beautiful, genuine vintage. £3. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. www.roseandbrownvintage.co.uk

25 January
LEEDS KIRKGATE VEGAN MARKET
Kirkgate Market, Vicar Lane, Leeds
A vegan-friendly market with bakers, craft brewers, artists, and environmental charities. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. veganmarkets.co.uk

25 January
SALTAIRE VINTAGE HOME & FASHION FAIR
Victoria Hall, Victoria Road,, Saltaire
Featuring 45 stalls selling genuine vintage items. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. roseandbrownvintage.co.uk

25 January
SCARS ON 45
Belgrave Music Hall , Leeds
Yorkshire band Scars On 45 return to play their only UK show of 2025 at Belgrave Music Hall. £15.40. 7:00 pm. dice.fm

25 January
Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
Jason Manford is back at the Victoria Theatre Halifax with his brand-new live show, A Manford All Seasons. His iconic ‘expert observational comedy’ (The Guardian) is sure to ‘comic gold’ (Mail on Sunday). £37.25. 7:30 pm. https://www.victoriatheatre.co.uk/

25 January
THE MUSIC OF COLDPLAY BY CANDLELIGHT
Blackburn Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Blackburn
Featuring a spectacular cast of world-class vocalists and an epic live band, prepare for ‘Paradise’, as you experience Coldplay’s biggest hits, like never before! £20. 7:30 pm. blackburncathedral.com

26 January
An Afternoon of Bublé & Swing
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
Josh Hindle and his swing band bring the timeless hits of Michael Bublé and classic swing to life. "An Afternoon of Bublé & Swing" promises to be a spectacular celebration of the smooth sounds and irresistible rhythms that have captivated audiences for decades. £23. 2:00 pm. https://blackburnempire.com/

27 January to 1 February
Mindgame
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
The story unfolds as Mark Styler, a renowned author of ‘true crime’ sensationalist novels, attempts to secure an interview with Easterman, a famed serial killer. £10/£12. 27 January to 1 February. http://www.keighleyplayhouse.co.uk/

29 January
PRETTY VACANT
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport
Not many musical explosions define a generation and change music for ever. There was Rock and Roll in 1956, Beatlemania in 1963, Flower Power in 1967, The birth of Rock in 1970 and then there was Punk and New Wave. 7:30 pm. theatkinson.co.uk

29 January
HAYDEN THORPE & PROPELLOR ENSEMBLE
NCEM, Walmgate, York
Hayden Thorpe is best known as the former frontman and chief songwriter for the much-loved band Wild Beasts. He returns to the stage with his beautifully singular third album Ness, made in collaboration with best-selling nature writer Robert Macfarlane. £18. 7:30 pm. ncem.co.uk

30 January
Ukulele Orchestra Of Great Britain
St. George’s Hall , Bradford
Come and celebrate the 40th anniversary of this much-loved institution, on a white-knuckle shopping-trolley dash through every kind of musical genre. From ABBA to ZZ Top, Tchaikovsky to Nirvana, Bluegrass to Broadway, all played on the 'bonsai guitar'. £32.75. 7:30 pm. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

30 January
BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL
Hebden Bridge Picture House, New Road, Hebden Bridge
Films featuring extreme expeditions and stunning landscapes from top athletes and explorers. 7:30 pm. banff-uk.com

30 January
WARD THOMAS
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
Hampshire country music duo Ward Thomas has announced an intimate, acoustic UK tour for early 2025. £30. 7:30 pm. leedsheritagetheatres.com

31 January
LIONEL – THE MUSIC OF LIONEL RICHIE
The Platform , Morecambe
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. £27.50. 7:30 pm. lancaster.gov.uk/sites/the-platform

31 January
THE BEE GEES LIVE IN CONCERT
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee… £26.50. 7:30 pm.

31 January
N.M.E (NINETIES MUSIC EXPERIENCE)
Tan Hill Inn , Richmond
Having crafted their performance for many years, this 90’s tribute band, NME, perform faithful recreations of classic 90’s tracks, by the likes of indie bands Blur and Oasis. £18. 7:30 pm. tanhillinn.com

31 January
COUNTRY ROADS
Barbican , York
Enjoy the very biggest country songs of all time; 9 to 5, The Gambler, Walk the Line, Ring of Fire, King of the Road, Crazy, Rhinestone Cowboy, Jolene, Dance the Night Away, Walkin’ after Midnight, and many, many more. £35. 7:30 pm. yorkbarbican.co.uk

31 January
80S MANIA
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport
Europe's official 1980s multi-tribute concert, featuring 28 chart topping pop icons authentically recreated with live band and awesome dancers. £28. 7:30 pm to 8:00 pm. theatkinson.co.uk

31 January
BUT DADDY I LOVE HER
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Sophie Duker is back! The Taskmaster champ is back on tour and dealing with her (sugar) daddy issues in a hilarious new stand-up show. £18.50. 8:00 pm. https://dukeslancaster.org/

1 February
THE STADIUM ROCK EXPERIENCE
Viva Blackpool, Church Street, Blackpool
Huge hits from Bon Jovi, Bryan Adams, Queen, Status Quo, Kiss, Journey, ABBA, Guns N Roses and many more. £23.50. 6:00 pm. vivablackpool.com

1 February
Jive Talkin’ Perform The Bee Gees
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and the only Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin' performed live on Heart FM withThe Bee Gees and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry Gibb. £28.25. 7:30 pm. https://www.victoriatheatre.co.uk/

1 February
Nearly Elton – The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time. Starring Lee Brady as Elton and an outstanding full live band. £26.50. 7:30 pm. https://blackburnempire.com/

1 February
JIVE TALKIN’ PERFORM THE BEE GEES
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and the only Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin' performed live on Heart FM with The Bee Gees and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry Gibb. £28.25. 7:30 pm. victoriatheatre.co.uk

1 February
FLEETWOOD MAC BY CANDLELIGHT
Opera House, Winter Gardens, Blackpool
Featuring a cast of West End singers and a live band, join a 'landslide' concert, jam-packed with Fleetwood Mac hits as you have never heard them before. 7:30 pm. wintergardensblackpool.co.uk

2 February
TAYLOR FEVER
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
Taylor Fever is the electrifying tribute production to worldwide megastar Taylor Swift! In a show that is packed full of the icons most popular songs including ‘Karma’ ‘Shake it off’ ‘Cruel Summer’ and many more – audiences of all ages will be up on their feet dancing and singing along! 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. blackburnempire.com

2 February
JASON FOX: LIFE AT THE LIMIT
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
Ex-special forces soldier Jason Fox shares stories from his career in the UK Special Forces. 7:30 pm. victoriatheatre.co.uk

5 February
BOWLING FOR SOUP
Empress Ballroom, Winter Gardens, Blackpool
Pop punk legends, the Grammy-nominated Bowling For Soup, are delighted to announce their February 2025 UK tour, celebrating 20 years of one of their most successful albums, the fantastic A Hangover You Don't Deserve. £40.25. 7:00 pm. wintergardensblackpool.co.uk