29 June
CLASSIC & PERFORMANCE MOTOR SHOW
Hoghton Tower, Hoghton,
Preston
Great British Motor Shows are back near Preston to take over the beautiful setting of Hoghton Tower with a Classic & Performance Motor Show in front of the house and in the main show field, packed with stunning exhibiting cars, bikes and 4×4’s. Trade stands, autojumble plus show arena on display on the event field. Adult £9.50, children 5yrs - 15yrs £5, under 5's free, family £25.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
hoghtontower.co.uk
29 June
JOSH ROUSE
The Trades Club ,
Hebden Bridge
With his Spanish band, Rouse crafted ten relaxed, road-ready tracks in a small local venue.
£18.
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
thetradesclub.com
1 July to 6 July
Ripon Theatre Festival 2025
ripon, Ripon,
Ripon
Get ready for a joyful celebration of live performance, bursting with theatre, music, dance, storytelling, puppetry, and plenty of laughs. Ripon Theatre Festival is fast becoming a highlight of the region’s cultural calendar—welcoming audiences of all ages with a programme that’s packed with high-quality performances, friendly faces, and magical moments. We’ll be popping up in streets, gardens, museums, and surprise locations all across our glorious city. Expect big laughs, bold ideas, and brilliant memories—and with many events free to attend, it’s the perfect way to kick off your summer.
1 July to 6 July.
https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/
1 July
Tennants Valuations Day at Leighton Hall
Leighton Hall ,
Carnforth
Free valuation event, hosted by Tennants Auctioneers. Specialists will look at items including jewellery, ceramics, antiques and paintings.
11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
visitlancashire.com
2 July to 6 July
TK MAXX PRESENTS LYTHAM FESTIVAL 2025
Lytham Green, Lytham St. Annes
The North West's Largest live festival. Kings of Leon, Stevie Wonder, Alanis Morissette, Justin Timberlake and Simple Minds and Texas will all headline TK Maxx presents Lytham Festival 2025.
2 July to 6 July.
lythamfestival.com
2 July
Living the Life of Riley
Albert Halls, Victoria Square,
Bolton
Starring Vicky Entwistle - Living the Life of Riley is a heart-warming, heart-breaking and hilarious tale of a family, trying to negotiate their way through teenage tantrums, autism, and Grandma.
£26.75.
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
alberthalls-bolton.co.uk
2 July to 4 July
The Highwayman
Matcham Auditorium, Drury Lane,
Wakefield
This July, West Yorkshire playwright John Godber is bringing his hilarious new play 'The Highwayman' to Theatre Royal Wakefield for three exclusive shows! You will not want to miss out on this brilliant production! It’s 1769, and everyone is flocking north; every ale house is packed with the great and the bad. Yorkshire is the place to be; a region drunk on making money, social climbing, gambling and gin, but with wealth in abundance, the temptation is great. The Highwayman is a thrilling theatrical adventure from John Godber, told in the style of his infamous Bouncers, is visceral, venal and very funny. The Highwayman’s creed is simple; look after number one and to hell with the hangman! Written and directed by John Godber, with music from Ruby Macintosh and starring a collection of emerging actors history will have never felt more alive, and theft never so attractive! Tickets on sale now for 'The Highwayman' at Theatre Royal Wakefield: https://www.theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk/events/the-highwayman-2025
£15.
2 July to 4 July.
https://www.theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk/events/the-highwayman-2025
2 July to 5 July
Rock of Ages
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market Street,
Colne
Rock of Ages presented by Accrington Theatre Group tells the story of a small town girl, a city boy and a rock n roll romance story on the sunset strip. When Dupree's Bourbon room is set to be demolished, its up to the wannabe rockers and their band of friends to save the day, and the music.
£15.
2 July to 5 July.
pendlehippodrome.com
3 July
Nanna Mo’s Botox and Bum Lifts
The Met, Market Street,
Bury
After doing an online course in cosmetic procedures Nanna Mo has started earning a few quid by giving Botox jabs and Brazilian butt lifts to the fellow residents of her care home. A New Comedy by MaD Theatre Company. £14/£16.
7:30 pm.
themet.org.uk
4 July
VOULEZ VOUS – THE DINNER PARTY
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road,
Burnley
Voulez Vous - The Dinner PartyPresented by LaughlinesLove the sensational music of ‘ABBA’, combined with good food, drink and a great fun night out then the smash hit show - Voulez Vous.
£39.50.
7:30 pm.
blcgroup.co.uk
4 July
5 Mistakes that Changed History
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street,
Halifax
We all make mistakes, but rarely do they change the course of history. 5 Mistakes That Changed History is a hilarious historical storytelling show performed by historian and comedian, Paul Coulter, about five people and how their mistakes (big and small!) changed the world. £22.25 - £24.25.
7:30 pm.
victoriatheatre.co.uk
4 July to 5 July
Twisted! The Musical
The Muni Theatre ,
Colne
This brand-new musical is an intriguing continuation of Dickens’ classic novel, Oliver Twist, shedding new light on beloved characters in a thrilling story of redemption, justice and the enduring power of love. Set in the heart of Victorian London, "Twisted! The Musical" follows Oliver Brownlow, now a young man, as he becomes intertwined with Jane, a working-class flower girl battling the harsh realities of life with an alcoholic uncle. This two-hour production combines live music, dynamic performances, and captivating choreography to explore profound themes of resilience, love, and social justice. Developed as a musical reimagining, "Twisted!" gives lovers of "Oliver Twist" a chance to see where Oliver's life has taken him and how he navigates the complexities of adulthood in a world that challenges his ideals. Select performances will feature a Q&A session with the writers, director, and principal cast, allowing audiences to delve deeper into the story and its themes. Age: 12+ Parental Guidance required
£29.
4 July to 5 July.
www.themuni.co.uk
4 July
Skipton Comedy Live
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter at Skipton Comedy Live! The Hub bar will be open from 7pm with regular drinks intervals throughout the show.
£11.
8:00 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
4 July
Arctic Numpties
The Met, Market Street,
Bury
Experience the ultimate Arctic Monkeys tribute with Yorkshire's own Arctic Numpties! This passionate band meticulously recreates the Sheffield icons' sound and look, covering hits from all seven albums. £18/£20.
8:00 pm.
themet.org.uk
5 July to 6 July
National Festival of Making 2025
Blackburn Town Centre, King William Street,
Blackburn
The National Festival of Making is a free festival for all to enjoy, taking place in over 20 venues and public spaces across Blackburn town centre over one incredible weekend. Expect to find creative workshops and live street performances for all ages, remarkable exhibitions, talks, film screenings, delicious food from local artisan producers, makers markets, and much more.
5 July to 6 July.
festivalofmaking.co.uk
5 July
Langcliffe Singers
Settle Victoria Hall, Kirkgate,
Settle
Langcliffe Singers return to Victoria Hall to present a fun-filled evening of ballads, songs and snatches from the masters of operetta, Gilbert and Sullivan.
£15.
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
settlevictoriahall.org.uk
8 July to 12 July
Picture You Dead
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street,
Bradford
Superintendent Roy Grace is back in a brand-new Peter James stage adaptation and world premiere of the bestselling Picture You Dead, which has opened to rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. Various times & prices.
8 July to 12 July.
bradford-theatres.co.uk
8 July to 11 July
The Great Yorkshire Show
Great Yorkshire Showground ,
Harrogate
The Great Yorkshire Show is the country's leading agricultural event. Each year the Great Yorkshire Show attracts in excess of 125,000 visitors. A great day out for all the family. Adult £36.50, child £13,under 5s free, family £89.
8 July to 11 July.
greatyorkshireshow.co.uk
9 July to 12 July
Disney’s Aladdin – Chorley Youth Theatre
Chorley Theatre, Dole Lane,
Chorley
Ring bells. Bang the drums. Chorley Youth Theatre presents an exciting stage adaptation of the legendary tale of the lovable thief with the heart of gold. Adult £10, child £8, family £32. Various times.
9 July to 12 July.
chorleytheatre.com
9 July to 12 July
Little Shop Of Horrors
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West,
Preston
Little Shop of Horrors is the ever popular dark comedy from Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, produced by the award-winning Preston Musical Comedy Society. Various prices.
9 July to 12 July.
prestonplayhouse.co.uk
11 July
Pride & Prejudice – Outdoor Theatre
Rufford Old Hall, 200 Liverpool Road,
Rufford
Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company as you step back in time over two hundred years and meet Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters as they navigate the mire of manners of regency society. Adult £20, child £14, family £60. Tel: 0344 249 1895.
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
nationaltrust.org.uk
11 July
Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice
Rufford Old Hall, 200 Liverpool Road,
Rufford
Step back in time over two hundred years and meet Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters as they navigate the mire of manners of regency society.
7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.
visitlancashire.com
11 July
80’s Live!
St. George’s Hall ,
Bradford
Direct from London’s West End, we will be heading down the Atlanta Highway, so bring your jukebox money and get ready to Jitterbug.
£34.
7:30 pm.
www.bradford-theatres.co.uk
11 July
Beatles Complete
The Met, Market Street,
Bury
Following last year’s triumphant sell-out show at The Met, Beatles Complete return to Bury for another night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time. £21.50 - £23.50.
8:00 pm to 10:30 pm.
themet.org.uk
12 July
Broadway to Hollywood
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market Street,
Colne
Encore Dance School presents Broadway to Hollywood. Come and join Encore’s fabulous students showcase their unlimited talents! 2pm & 7.30pm.
All day.
pendlehippodrome.com
13 July
Family Fun Day
Alkincoats Park. ,
Colne
Having proven to be a huge success in previous years, the fun day will once again return in 2025 with an array of fun for all the family on offer. There will be something for everyone to enjoy with much of the entertainment being completely free of charge. In addition there will also be giant inflatables, food vendors, funfair rides plus a huge market.
11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
colnetowncouncil.org.uk
13 July
THE MOST PERILOUS COMEDIE OF ELIZABETH I
Hoghton Tower, Hoghton,
Preston
Elizabethan theatre is thriving, but will a new Tudor musical, featuring Good Queen Bess herself, lead to her rise or mark the start of her fall? This production promises to be historically inspired and hilariously entertaining. Outdoor theatre.
£20.
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
hoghtontower.co.uk
13 July
Heroes and Villains
The Grand Theatre, 18 York Street,
Clitheroe
Heroes and Villains presented by The Grand Choir - Heroes and villains are the feature of many songs and musicals – from the blockbuster theme songs of Bond movies through to Elphaba in Wicked to villains such as the murderous Sweeney Todd. £6/£8.
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
thegrandvenue.co.uk
14 July
“The Myths of Lytham”
Lytham Hall, Ballam Rd,,
Lytham St Annes,
An A-Z creation about things people are unaware of from the past, by David Hoyle from Lytham Archives. Cash on the door £5 including refreshments.
2:00 pm.
lythamhall.org.uk
15 July
STORY TOUR – Historical Women of Lancaster
Lancaster City Museum, Market Square,,
Lancaster
This city centre tour by Eleanor Levin focuses on women's words and writing about women, including a nurse writing postcards home from WW1 France, an upcycling artist, a loom-breaking luddite, an anti-slavery campaigner, a child much discussed but little understood, a nun, a duke, and a poet. £10, child £2.50.
11:00 am to 12:30 pm.
https://lancaster.gov.uk
16 July
UNSERIOUS BUSINESS
Harrogate Studio Theatre, Oxford Street,
Harrogate
Get ready to laugh out loud with Harrogate’s very own hilariously talented improv troupe!
£14.
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
harrogatetheatre.co.uk
17 July
The Craft House – Talk
Gawthorpe Hall, Burnley Road,
Padiham
This talk by the curator of Gawthorpe Textiles Collection tells the fascinating story of Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth, who grew up at Gawthorpe Hall and had a passion for textiles and craft.
£8.
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm.
lancashire.gov.uk
17 July
The Clare Teal Five
Settle Victoria Hall, Kirkgate,
Settle
She’s back! Expect exhilarating swing from award winning jazz vocalist and long time Radio 2 & Jazz FM broadcaster Clare Teal, who returns with a fabulous new show in 2025 to celebrate 25 years of touring.
£29.50.
7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.
settlevictoriahall.org.uk
17 July
Rhythm of the Dance
St. George’s Hall ,
Bradford
Featuring world class musicians who play live on stage, star vocalists singing live and world champion dancers, this mesmerising show is a completely captivating experience of pulsating rhythms with slick choreography performed at lightning speed. £30.25 - £37.75.
7:30 pm.
bradford-theatres.co.uk
18 July to 20 July
Royal Lancashire Agricultural Show 2025
Salesbury Hall, Salesbury Hall Road,
Ribchester
The Royal Lancashire Show is held annually at Salesbury Hall, Ribchester. The show is a popular family event with attractions like show jumping, livestock displays, giant tortoises, bee keeping, vintage tractors, military village, children’s funfair and much more. Various prices.
18 July to 20 July.
royallancashireshow.co.uk
19 July
BUCKINGHAM’S RETINUE
Skipton Castle ,
Skipton
Lord and Lady Clifford are hosting a weekend of events that will showcase the life and times of late medieval life. Members of the castle household will take part in friendly competition throughout the weekend, with archery contests and combat displays - make sure to cheer for your chosen champion!
Free.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
skiptoncastle.co.uk
19 July to 20 July
Living History Weekend
Samlesbury Hall, Preston New Road,
Preston
Come and see what life was like in the 1500's! Samlesbury Hall have the fabulous Sir John Saville's household reenactors over 2 days! Indoor displays, outside combats,Guns & archery, Authentic camp and1500's food display.
19 July to 20 July.
samlesburyhall.co.uk
20 July to 21 July
Dragon Boat Festival
Roberts Park, Higher Coach Road,
Saltaire
The event promises to be a fun filled family festival with dragon boat racing on the river and landside attractions for all to enjoy including children’s entertainment, charity stalls, catering stands, landside games, bar, live acts and much, much more. Great family day out.
20 July to 21 July.
bradforddragonboatfestival.co.uk
22 July
Colne Grand Prix
Colne Town Centre ,
Colne
The race is part of the British Cycling Elite National Circuit Series and utilises a closed-road 800m circuit around Colne's one-way system, making for a fast and exhilarating spectacle. As a round of the National Elite Series, the top riders in the country come to Colne to take part in this prestigious event.
5:00 pm to 9:30 pm.
colnetowncouncil.org.uk
23 July
GARSTANG SHORT WALK
Garstang ,
Preston
Join Wyre Coast & Countryside Service volunteer walk leaders for a relaxed walk along the footpaths and tracks of Garstang’s countryside and historic Market Town.
Free.
8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
forestofbowland.com
23 July
FESTIVAL OF FUN
Thornton Hall Country Park, Thornton in Craven,
Barnoldswick
Set sail on a swashbuckling quest with the legendary Pirates of Swashbuckle Bay, then step into a land where fairytales come to life and princesses await!
£10.95.
10:00 am to 4:30 pm.
thorntonhallfarm.co.uk
23 July
WILD WEDNESDAY!
Bronte Parsonage Museum, Church Street,
Haworth
Popular Wednesday workshops that are a great opportunity to sit down for a while with a local artist and make something Brontë-inspired to take home with you. Perfect for children, but all ages welcome!
Free.
11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
bronte.org.uk
23 July
CHOCOLATE ROCKS
National Coal Mining Museum, New Road,
Wakefield
Explore the three main rock types, igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic, through hands-on classification. Then model the rock cycle with a fun, edible chocolate experiment!
£7.
11:00 am to 3:30 pm.
ncm.org.uk
24 July
FANTASTIC MR. FOX (2009) WITH CRAFT ACTIVITY
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
As part of our Wes Anderson double-header, join us for a wild, witty adventure with Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009), Anderson’s stop-motion masterpiece based on the beloved Roald Dahl book.
£4.50.
9:45 am to 12:00 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
24 July
Pony Squad
Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,,
Burnley
If your child loves horses and wants to learn more about them in a fun and interactive environment, the Pony Squad at HAPPA is the perfect opportunity. Tailored for children of all experience levels, this program offers a chance to develop equine skills while making new friends and having fun! 10am – 12pm for ages 6-10. 1pm – 3pm for ages 11-16.
10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
happa.org.uk
24 July
BUSY LIKE THE BRONTËS!
Bronte Parsonage Museum, Church Street,
Haworth
The Brontës sketched, painted, embroidered and loved to create amazing tiny books to tell imaginary stories as children. Join us to have a go at a range of activities inspired by Brontë busy-ness.
Free.
11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
bronte.org.uk
24 July
Shakespeare in the Garden at Leighton Hall
Leighton Hall ,
Carnforth
This years' alfresco performance, set in Leighton Hall's beautiful gardens, is As You Like It. Performed by The Festival Players. Tel: 01524 734 474.
6:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
visitlancashire.com
24 July
Sky Full of Stars – A Tribute to Coldplay
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street,
Bradford
Get ready for an electrifying night of music and fun at A Sky Full of Stars, the ultimate tribute to Coldplay! Join us for an unforgettable evening that captures the exhilarating essence of one of the world's most iconic bands! £32.75 - £34.75.
7:30 pm.
bradford-theatres.co.uk
24 July
One Night in Dublin
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street,
Halifax
Receiving rave reviews for its incredible musicians and great song choices, Middi and his award-winning tribute band cover all of your favourite sing-along Irish classics - including 'Galway Girl', 'Tell Me Ma', 'The Irish Rover', 'Dirty Old Town,'The Black Velvet Band' and many more!
£26.75.
7:30 pm.
victoriatheatre.co.uk
25 July
DIG & DISCOVER: FESTIVAL OF ARCHAEOLOGY
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
The theme of this year’s festival is Archaeology and wellbeing so come along and join us in our Castle Critters room for a range of archaeology-based family activities.
Free.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk