30 November 2024 to 3 March 2025
84/85 – THE LONGEST YEAR
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.   30 November 2024 to 3 March 2025. https://www.ncm.org.uk/

1 January to 31 December
UK City of Culture 2025
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. 1 January to 31 December. https://www.visitbradford.com/

11 January to 28 September
ENGINEERY EXHIBITION
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.       11 January to 28 September. https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/

20 January to 23 March
Nature Inspired
Heart Gallery, The Arts Centre, Hebden Bridge
Exhibition of art and craft, all inspired by nature, with shots from landscape photographers Gunther Walker and Will Lake.  Free. 20 January to 23 March.

1 February to 31 December
From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
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. 1 February to 31 December. bronte.org.uk

11 February to 5 November
THE BLACKPOOL TOWER CIRCUS
Blackpool Tower Circus , Blackpool
Experience stunts, comedy, and legendary clowns Mooky and Mr Boo at this historic circus. 11 February to 5 November. theblackpooltower.com

28 February to 1 March
Do I Love You ?
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. £26.75. 28 February to 1 March. www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

2 March
Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
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. 7:30 pm. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

4 March to 8 March
Calamity Jane – Musical Comedy
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. 4 March to 8 March. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

6 March
Jimi – The Legend Lives On
The Muni Theatre , Colne
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. £28.50. 7:30 pm. https://www.themuni.co.uk/

6 March
Harry Hill: New Bits & Greatest Hits
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. 7:30 pm. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

8 March
An Evening of Burlesque
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. £32. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

8 March
The Big Grand Comedy Show
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
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. £15. 8:00 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

13 March
Mother’s Day Heritage Tour and Afternoon Tea
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. £28. 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm. www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk

13 March
JAZZ CLUB: THE GELATOS
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. £12.50. 7:00 pm. blcgroup.co.uk

14 March to 22 March
Northern Ballet’s Jane Eyre
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.     14 March to 22 March. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

14 March to 16 March
Legends of Steam with Tornado
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. 14 March to 16 March. eastlancsrailway.org.uk

14 March
Justin Moorhouse – The Greatest Performance of My Life
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. £17.50. 7:30 pm. bwdvenues.com

14 March to 15 March
Chicago Blues Brothers: Respect
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
This multi-award-winning show is backed by one of the hottest live bands in the business, the beautiful, sweet soul sisters, and of course, the incomparable Jake and Elwood, in this all-singing, all-dancing high-octane musical mash-up with all The Chicago Blues Brothers classics. £32. 14 March to 15 March. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

14 March to 22 March
The Waiting Room – Lancaster Footlights
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
In this gripping original play, a group of strangers find themselves in a deserted railway station waiting room. Initially believing it to be just another stop on their journeys. As they settle in and wait for a train that never arrives, they soon realise something unsettling – none of them can remember where they’re going or where they’ve come from £12. 14 March to 22 March. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

15 March
Pink Floydian
Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street, Darwen
Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as Pink Floydian, the premier Pink Floyd tribute band, prepares to captivate audiences with their mesmerizing live performance. £24. 7:30 pm. bwdvenues.com

15 March
McBREEN’S MUSIC BINGO
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Get ready for a night like no other…. bingo, but without numbers; instead, song titles! A lively celebration of the greatest hits of all time….everything from the 1950s to the present day…. £18. 8:00 pm. https://blcgroup.co.uk/

16 March
Science Museum The Live Stage Show
The Muni Theatre , Colne
Experience the brand-new stage show from Mark Thompson Productions which will ignite your curiosity, fuel your imagination and inspire you in new and exciting ways. Adult £18.50, child £17.50, family £62. 12:30 pm. www.themuni.co.uk

16 March
Art Of Andalucia – Flamenco Dance
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
Following the success of his first two productions, which have captivated over 80,000 audience members across the UK, Ireland, and Germany in the last two years, Daniel Martinez returns with a new show that places flamenco dance at the forefront. 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. prestonplayhouse.co.uk

17 March
Gordon Buchanan: Lions and Tigers and Bears
King’s Hall, Station Road, Ilkley
Join Gordon Buchananaward winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker as he recounts thrilling encounters with pandas, grizzlies, tigers, jaguars and more. Learn about the heart-stopping moments, the mud, sweat, and tears and the tender interactions that have shaped his extraordinary career. £31.75. 7:30 pm. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

17 March to 22 March
Run for your Wife
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
Comedy by Ray Cooney. A London taxi driver named John Smith secretly has two wives living in different parts of the city, maintaining a carefully planned schedule to juggle both lives. £12. 17 March to 22 March. http://www.keighleyplayhouse.co.uk/

18 March to 22 March
Blackadder Goes Forth
Halifax Playhouse, King Cross Street, Halifax
Presented by The Halifax Thespians -  It's 1917 and waiting in fear of the dreaded order to go 'over the top' from the patently insane General Melchett, Captain Edmund Blackadder devises several attempts to escape the banality of the trenches. 7.30pm,  Sat mat 2.30pm. £6/£12. 18 March to 22 March. http://www.halifaxplayhouse.org.uk/

18 March to 22 March
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market Street, Colne
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre Company presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Nightly 7.30pm, Saturday mat 2pm. Adults £15, Under 19’s & Seniors £12. 18 March to 22 March. pendlehippodrome.com

18 March
How to Beat Scammers
King’s Hall, Station Road, Ilkley
Nick Stapleton is an expert investigative journalist and for over a decade he’s delved into the shadows, unravelling scams, frauds, and unethical practices.  In this unique evening, audiences can expect a revealing exploration of the murky world of scams and fraud, as Nick shares some essential strategies to make sure your money stays where it should, in your pocket. £28. 7:30 pm. www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

18 March
Attention All Shipping: A Celebration of the Shipping Forecast
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport
'Dogger, Fisher, German Bight': bestselling author and award-winning broadcaster Charlie Connelly brings the shipping forecast vividly to life in his hilarious and moving celebration of an iconic cultural institution.   £19. 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. theatkinson.co.uk

19 March
Su Pollard – Still Fully Charged
King’s Hall, Station Road, Ilkley
Meet Su and her accompanist live on stage to celebrate her 50 years in show business with a night of hilarious laughter, fabulous songs and wonderful stories! £28.25. 7:30 pm. www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

19 March to 22 March
Blackadder 2
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
A stage adaptation by Fylde Coast Players based on the original BBC Television Series created by Richard Curtis, Rowan Atkinson, Ben Elton and John Lloyd. £10 - £15. 19 March to 22 March. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

20 March to 23 March
THE STEAM GALA EXTRAVAGANZA
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
Over the four days, you’ll be able to ride behind the guest locomotives and home fleet, with intensive passenger service running on the railway. During the traction-packed weekend, there’ll be a goods train demonstration and special double-headed trains. Various prices. 20 March to 23 March. kwvr.co.uk

20 March
NB Jane Eyre Over 55’s Workshop
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
Taking place on stage, Northern Ballet’s workshops are suitable for those with dance experience or beginners with a secret desire to dance. Whatever your age or ability, ex-Premier dancer Pippa Moore MBE* will guide you through the session, leaving you feeling fresh, inspired and empowered! £20. 9:15 am. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

20 March
Marvin Gaye Songbook
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
Brand new for 2024 from hit producers Entertainers – the team behind, The Magic of Motown, Lost in Music and Fastlove! 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

21 March
Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny
St. George’s Hall , Bradford
If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy. Jimmy Carr will be back in Bradford with an extension to his current tour, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny. £37.75. 7:00 pm. www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

21 March
Country Hits Live
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
Performed by a cast of multi-award-winning musicians and singers, prepare be taken back through the history of country music featuring songs from Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, Garth Brooks right through to Taylor Swift and Luke Combs. £29 - £34. 7:30 pm. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

21 March
COLDPLACE
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Coldplace  - The World's Leading Tribute to Coldplay is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the music of one of the most successful bands of all time. £28.50. 7:30 pm. https://blcgroup.co.uk/

21 March
Brain Tumour Charity Fundraiser
Colne Legion Club, Keighley Road, Colne
Evening fundraiser with LA BAMBA BAND and pie and peas supper, lucky ticket number and grand raffle. Supper at 9.15 pm. Tickets on sale now at £10. £10.00. 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm.

21 March to 24 March
Death By Fatal Murder
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
A comedy by Peter Gordon, presented by Preston Drama Club. £11/£12. 21 March to 24 March. prestonplayhouse.co.uk

22 March
Pinsuti Chamber Choir
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
Pinsuti Chamber Choir is delighted to return to Skipton Town Hall with an evening of inspiring music to feed the soul, and to celebrate the beauty of nature. Under 18s free. £15. 7:30 pm. skiptontownhall.co.uk

22 March
Abba Sensation
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
Immerse yourself in the authentic Abba  experience. Sensation will transport you back to the golden days of ABBA, with stunning harmonies, costumes, choreography and a sprinkling of light-hearted humour. £18/£20. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. prestonplayhouse.co.uk

24 March to 31 December
Axe-Throwing
The Axe Imperium, The Fun House, Colne
Axes to Ashes is coming to The Fun House, Colne. Inject some spontaneity, some excitement, some togetherness! Reconnect with your partner, your children, your friends. Do something that makes you feel alive. ​Release that inner Viking Lose your pent-up frustration It's therapy. It's fun. It's addictive.  Axes to Ashes isn't an ordinary axe throwing venue with very limited equipment; it has Tomahawks, Angel Axes, Throwing Knives and its very own Axes to Ashes Dragon Axe®. Plus there is an Axelings™ Range which is suitable for children and those with physical impairments which may limit their ability to throw regular projectiles. Various times and prices. 24 March to 31 December. https://www.axestoashes.com/axe-imperium

25 March to 29 March
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
The smash-hit London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat returns to Leeds Grand Theatre – starring Joe McElderry as Pharaoh! 7.30pm, Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2pm. £27 - £71. 25 March to 29 March. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

25 March to 29 March
Little Women
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Anne-Marie Casey’s masterful new adaptation of Little Women that breathes new life into one of the best loved novels of all time. 7.30pm, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £15 - £39.50. 25 March to 29 March. .blackpoolgrand.co.uk

25 March
Skipton Music Presents: Kosmos Ensemble
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
For this concert the group have crafted a unique programme inspired by music from all around the globe. £25, under 30yr £10, under 19yr £2.     7:30 pm. skiptontownhall.co.uk

25 March
Aled Jones – Full Circle
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you’ve never heard him before. He was the boy treble who captivated the world with his angelic voice. Selling over seven million albums, Aled was the original, classical crossover star. £31. 7:30 pm. lowtherpavilion.co.uk

26 March
HECK
The Muni Theatre , Colne
COME VISIT US £5. All day.

26 March
An Evening with Paul Merson with host Talksports Perry Groves
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
An Evening with Paul Merson, as the football star discusses his illustrious career with Arsenal, Aston Villa, Middlesbrough, Portsmouth and England. Merson will open up about his experiences both on and off the pitch, his addictions, his media career and so much more. £30. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

28 March
The Rocket Man – A tribute to Elton John
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
This is the world’s favourite celebration to a musical icon. The Rocket Man and our amazing live band take you down the Yellow Brick Road with two hours of glorious Elton hits. £28.00. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/