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

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 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/

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

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

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/

28 March
Bootleg Eagles
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
The Bootleg Eagles take their audience on a powerful journey through the band's career, from their country-rock roots to global chart-toppers. £20/£22. 7:30 pm. halifaxplayhouse.org.uk

28 March
The Name of the Dame
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
Written by author & actor Adam Perrott and comic & improviser, Kate McCabe, this hour-long, gut-busting play is now touring the UK after an enthusiastically received run at The Edinburgh Fringe 2023. £12. 7:30 pm. skiptontownhall.co.uk

29 March to 31 December
Life Goes On – Exhibition
Salts Mill, Saltaire, Shipley
An exhibition featuring Ian Beesley, a celebrated Bradford-born photographer. Known for his powerful images of Northern England, Beesley will showcase a collection of previously unseen works from his extensive archive. Wed - Sun 10am - 5pm. Free.   29 March to 31 December. saltsmill.org.uk

29 March
THE INVISIBLE MAN – A gothic theatre
Heskin Hall, Wood Lane, Chorley
The Invisible Man – A gothic theatre . Ingenious, Invisible,  Insane. One of the greatest science fiction tales of all time is adapted by Don’t Go Into The Cellar! Based on the classic H.G. Wells Novella. All day. https://heskinhall.com/

29 March to 6 April
Exhibition – Ilkley Art Club
Ilkley Manor House,, Castle Yard, Ilkley
Ilkley Art Club is an inclusive and welcoming group whose members have varying styles and approaches to their art, enjoying practical sessions, including working from the figure, lectures, discussions and demonstrations. Exhibition Sat & Sun. Free. 29 March to 6 April. www.ilkleymanorhouse.org

29 March
Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra & Bfd Festival Choral Society
St. George’s Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford
Bradford Festival Choral Society, in collaboration with the Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra, presents a dramatic and diverse concert - promising to captivate audiences with its blend of contemporary and classical masterpieces. Carl Orff's iconic Carmina Burana, Reena Esmail's This Love Between Us. £17.75 - £35.75. 7:30 pm. www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

29 March
Oasiz Tribute Band
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the release of (What’s the story) Morning Glory, OASIZ are embarking on a 2025 UK tour and this is your chance to see them in top form. £25. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

31 March
Mark Smith: The Story of the Victoria Cross
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
Witness Mark’s extensive knowledge live as he explores and details the instigation of the Victoria Cross, expels some of the myths, and presents some of the breathtaking stories of those men who have been awarded this country’s highest award for bravery. £29.50. 7:30 pm. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

31 March to 1 April
CHRIS MCCAUSLAND: YONKS!
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Comedy - You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You, The Royal Variety, QI, Blankety Blank, The Last Leg, and tons more as well. 31 March to 1 April. blcgroup.co.uk

1 April to 4 April
My Fair Lady
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
My Fair Lady is a beautiful musical based on George Bernard Shaw’s play, Pygmalion. Presented by All Souls' Operatic Society. 7.15pm. Sat mat 2.15pm. 1 April to 4 April. http://www.halifaxplayhouse.org.uk/

2 April to 2 November
An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s

An exhibition bringing the household of Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s to life, through the original account books of the Shuttleworth Family. Various opening times. 2 April to 2 November. lancashire.gov.uk

2 April to 5 April
Day Of Reckoning
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
Comedy drama by Pam Valentine. £12, concs. £11. 2 April to 5 April. www.prestonplayhouse.co.uk

3 April
21st Century Tennessee
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
The ultimate must-see modern day country show, combining all your favourite contemporary artists and hits into one phenomenal live show. £27. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. blcgroup.co.uk

3 April to 5 April
BOUNCERS & SHAKERS
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Lancaster Footlights Presents: Bouncers & Shakers by John Godber and Jane Thornton. £12.50. 3 April to 5 April. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

4 April to 20 April
Train to Save a Dragon Trail
Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley
Follow the trail and complete the tasks to learn how to save a dragon. Those who complete the trail will receive a special Ready to Save a Dragon Certificate. £4. 4 April to 20 April. happa.org.uk

4 April
Talk on The Civil Wars in Lancashire 1642 to 1651
Gawthorpe Hall, Burnley Road, Padiham
This talk is an in depth look at one of the most turbulent times in English History- the Civil Wars of the 1640s, with a focus on events in Lancashire and their wider effects. £10 Booking essential (includes refreshments and admission to the Hall).           1:30 pm to 3:00 pm. lancashire.gov.uk

4 April
Harry Baker: Wonderful
Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton
After a sellout Edinburgh Fringe Run and subsequent 40-date UK Tour, World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker is back with a brand new show celebrating the wonder that is being alive. £15, concs £12. 7:30 pm. https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/

4 April
Walk Like A Man
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
Walk Like A Man is the ultimate celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, recreating the iconic powerful falsetto with perfection. £26.50. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

5 April
Woof Shack
Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley
Bring your dogs to this free, social event, to enjoy a talk by Alan Cope from Ginger Pig Pet Services. Talk on predatory motor pattern and Premack principle. Understand your dog's natural drive and how to work with it, not against it. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. https://www.happa.org.uk

5 April to 1 November
Trial By Jury
Bradford Police Museum,, City Hall, Centenary Square,, Bradford
Experience the drama and intrigue of a Victorian-era courtroom like never before! Join us for an immersive reenactment where you become part of the story. First Saturday of each month. £15/£20. 5 April to 1 November. bradfordpolicemuseum.com

5 April
The Choral Pilgrimage 2025
Blackburn Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Blackburn
In an age of resurgent conflict and frenetic demands on our attention, the 2025 Choral Pilgrimage: Angel of Peace offers a slice of tranquility in many forms courtesy of luminous, purifying music traversing six centuries. £10. 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm. visitlancashire.com

5 April
Haworth Haddock
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
The Haworth Haddock returns for 2025, serving the best local Fish & Chips while travelling through the Worth Valley behind a steam locomotive. For full details about this special train, and what is included in the price of your ticket, please visit the Haworth Haddock page on our main website. Adult £31, child £20. 7:15 pm to 11:00 pm. kwvr.co.uk

5 April
The Ultimate Commitments and Blues Brothers Experience
The Muni Theatre , Colne
In a show that has been described as “absolutely amazing” and “truly authentic”, take a trip down memory lane as you re-live the story lines and all the brilliant music of both classic films of The Commitments and the The Blues Brothers in a full live-band experience, where Chicago Blues meets Dublin Soul. £26, concs £22. 7:30 pm. https://www.themuni.co.uk