84/85 – THE LONGEST YEAR
2024-11-30 10:00 - 2025-03-03 17:00 (Europe/London) | National Coal Mining Museum, New Road, Wakefield
84/85 – The Longest Year is a yearlong exhibition and programme of events, held at the National Coal Mining Museum for England. Opened on 6th March 2024, it marks the 40th anniversary of the Miners’ Strike. This exhibition considers the strike through memories and stories of miners and their families. Uniquely positioned at a former working colliery, the Museum addresses the broader picture of the strike and gives a voice to those who experienced it. Free. Open Wed – Sun.

UK City of Culture 2025
2025-01-01 - 2025-12-31 | 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.

ENGINEERY EXHIBITION
2025-01-11 10:00 - 2025-09-28 17:00 | 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.

Nature Inspired
2025-01-20 11:00 - 2025-03-23 16:00 | Heart Gallery, The Arts Centre, Hebden Bridge, HX7 6AA
Exhibition of art and craft, all inspired by nature, with shots from landscape photographers Gunther Walker and Will Lake.

From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
2025-02-01 - 2025-12-31 | 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.

THE BLACKPOOL TOWER CIRCUS
2025-02-11 00:00 - 2025-11-05 00:00 | Blackpool Tower Circus, Blackpool
Experience stunts, comedy, and legendary clowns Mooky and Mr Boo at this historic circus.

DARK SKIES FESTIVAL
2025-02-15 00:00 - 2025-02-22 00:00 | Forest of Bowland, Various places, Forest of Bowland
A week-long festival showcasing the night skies of the Forest of Bowland.

Town and Country
2025-02-21 - 2025-02-22 | Northlight Art Studios, Valley Road, Hebden Bridge
Light, mood and moments captured by two local photographers.
Fri 21st Feb – Opening Night 7pm to 9pm
Sat 22nd & Sun 23rd Feb 11am to 5pm
Will Lake
It’s the overall mood of an everyday scene that really catches my eye, and I love to capture natural light – or the lack of it. I shoot on the move and keep things simple and naturalistic, preferring not to use a tripod or filters and doing little or no processing once the image is taken.
John Linney
I photograph both landscape and towns/streets. I’m as interested in a stunning view as I am a person or townscape captured in a moment. Light, form and movement shape my photography. This collection is based on my street, urban, human work.

BAYLIGHT '25
2025-02-21 18:00 - 22:00 | Morecambe Promenade, Marine Road Central, Morecambe
A free two-day light art trail featuring fun light artworks, hands-on activities, and an exciting parade to kick off the festival.

JAY LEWIS
2025-02-21 19:00 | Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre,, Barnoldswick
At age 8, James picked up his first guitar and embarked on a lifelong journey in music. Self-taught, honing his craft through countless hours of listening to the likes of Hendrix, Zeppelin, Floyd, Nick Drake, and many more.

AN EVENING WITH JIMMY WHITE, KEN DOHERTY & JOHN VIRGO
2025-02-21 19:30 | The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
A snooker-themed evening hosted by John Virgo, featuring Ken Doherty and Jimmy White with an exclusive trick shot masterclass.

THE REAL PEOPLE
2025-02-22 19:00 | Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre,, Barnoldswick
The Real People, or “The Realies” as they are known to their fans, formed in 1987 and over the following four years were as pivotal as The La’s and The Stone Roses in reinventing rock & roll, after the synth-led new wave music which had dominated the 80s.

Defying Gravity-West End Women
2025-02-22 19:30 | St. George’s Hall, Bradford
Defying Gravity – West End Women is a celebration of women who have made their mark on the West End Stage. Featuring the best loved songs from the West End and Broadway, performed by a cast of incredible vocalists and an all female band. £26.75 – £32.75.

MONTHLY PUB MEET AT THE SCARBROUGH HOTEL
2025-02-22 19:30 | The Scarborough Hotel, Leeds
Take A Hike’s monthly social pub meeting for members and newcomers.

GRAINNE DUFFY
2025-02-24 19:00 | Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre,, Barnoldswick
The release of “Test of Time” and the accompanying official video to the title song further marked the development in a short time of Duffy’s reputation in the U.K. During 2012 she became an artist in high demand on the summer festival circuit in UK and began extensively touring in England.

The Take That Experience
2025-02-26 19:30 | The Muni Theatre, Colne, BB8 0AE
With acclaimed vocal performances, stunning replica costumes and iconic dance routines, The Take That Experience recreate the magic of Take That live on stage with their ‘Greatest Hits Tour’.

KATHERINE PRIDDY
2025-02-26 20:00 | Pocklington Arts Centre, York
The Pendulum Swing was greeted with critical acclaim in the press as it landed at #1 in the official UK Folk Charts.

Do I Love You ?
2025-02-28 - 2025-03-01 | St. George’s Hall, Bradford
Join twenty-somethings Sally, Nat and Kyle in this hilarious comedy as they develop a love for, and the people involved with, Northern Soul. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm.

HOWLIN' RIC & THE ROCKETEERS
2025-02-28 19:00 | Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre,, Barnoldswick
Leeds-based Howlin’ Ric & the Rocketeers play vibrant and authentic rock and roll, roving from raucous rhythm and blues right through to dreamy popcorn love songs. Wailing vocals, virtuosic sax and biting, grooving guitar will have the audience bouncing, swinging and sweating from start to finish.

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
2025-03-02 19:30 | City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
This breathtaking show has rock ’n’ rolled audiences across the globe from Cardiff to California, Barking to Bangkok, and Swindon to Sweden, and is guaranteed to have everyone singing along to the music and dancing in the aisles. £23 – £25.

Calamity Jane - Musical Comedy
2025-03-04 - 2025-03-08 | Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
Based on the much-loved Doris Day movie, this plumb fancy new production stars the multi-award winning West End actor and singer Carrie Hope Fletcher (Cinderella, Les Misérables). 7.30pm Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £30 – £67.

Jimi – The Legend Lives On
2025-03-06 19:30 | The Muni Theatre, Colne, BB8 0AE
This is the show ALL HENDRIX fans have been waiting for… Starring John Campbell, widely regarded as the worlds best Jimi Hendrix tribute artist and featuring his all-star band.

Harry Hill: New Bits & Greatest Hits
2025-03-06 19:30 | City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
Join me on my Diamond Jubilee lap of honour as I celebrate 60 glorious years of fun, laughter and low-level disruption.

An Evening of Burlesque
2025-03-08 19:30 - 22:00 | Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
Roll up, roll up. . . a scintillating night out of sparkling entertainment – the UK’s longest running burlesque show – is back touring the nation. And, it’s bigger than ever.

The Big Grand Comedy Show
2025-03-08 20:00 | The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate, Lancaster, LA1 1NL
Join Preston’s very own funny man MC Tony Vino as he brings to the stage the most celebrated acts in UK comedy, performing cutting edge stand-up for a night of unforgettable hilarity.

Mother’s Day Heritage Tour and Afternoon Tea
2025-03-13 14:00 - 16:30 | The Grand Theatre Blackpool
This Mother’s Day, treat the special woman in your life to a truly unique celebration. Immerse yourselves in the rich history and timeless elegance of Blackpool’s iconic Grand Theatre with our exclusive Theatre Tours, followed by a sumptuous Afternoon Tea on the Stage.

JAZZ CLUB: THE GELATOS
2025-03-13 19:00 | Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Jazz Club is back with Front Room favourites The Gelatos! This high-energy trio never fails to put a smile on every audience member’s face as they play their masterful mix of tunes guaranteed to get you dancing in your seat.

Northern Ballet's Jane Eyre
2025-03-14 - 2025-03-22 | Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
With choreography by Cathy Marston, and live music, Northern Ballet’s brilliant dance actors bring this tale of romance, jealousy and dark secrets to life. 7.30pm, Sat & Sun mat 2.30pm. £23 – £68.

Legends of Steam with Tornado
2025-03-14 - 2025-03-16 | East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St, Bury
Climb aboard for the first large scale steam event of the year. This is your chance to ride up and down the line behind a strong line-up of express steam locomotives.

Justin Moorhouse - The Greatest Performance of My Life
2025-03-14 19:30 | Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street, Darwen
After a successful and extensively extended tour of his 2022 show Stretch and Think he’s back on the road with this new show – The Greatest Performance of My Life. It’s funny and interesting, and perhaps there’s a little bit that warms the soul, too.
