Northern Life Magazine

LIMEHOUSE LIZZY
2026-02-21 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | The Muni Theatre, Colne, BB8 0AE
Limehouse Lizzy continues to deliver their unique and irresistible tribute to Philip Lynott and Thin Lizzy, ensuring the band’s timeless hits remain a staple in rock music for years to come.

LIVING THE LIFE OF RILEY
2026-02-20 19:30 - 22:00 | Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
A nationally acclaimed stage play that is heartwarming, heartbreaking, and hilarious. Serious laughter combined with serious issues brings the Riley Family to life in front of your eyes.

JOURNEYS TO THE MATCH
2026-02-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Lancashire Archives, Bow Lane, Preston
Journeys to the Match is a community-focused exhibition, exploring the everyday traditions of football fans and what makes their match day special.

JORVIK VIKING FESTIVAL 2026
2026-02-16 19:00 - 23:00 | Jorvik, Jorvik Viking Centre, 19 Coppergate Walk, York
Travel back to AD 866. Eoforwic has fallen to the Great Heathen Army. Dine with the victors and enjoy a three-course feast worthy of a Jarl as they celebrate their conquest and regale you with tales of their battles and glory.

DARK SKIES FESTIVAL
2026-02-15 08:00 - 2026-02-22 17:00 | Forest of Bowland, Various places, Forest of Bowland
The festival features exciting events such as a live moon watch, bat talk, star gazing, forest moon bathing, smartphone astrophotography, and crafts. Until 22nd Feb. Various times and prices.

ARMLEY PRINT FEST 2026
2026-02-14 11:00 - 17:00 | Leeds Industrial Museum, Armley Mills, Canal Rd, Leeds
From family fun activities to craft workshops with local printmakers and live letterpress printing demonstrations, there’s a whole load of inky greatness to suit every age and interest. Browse the curated print fair to fill your home with beautiful and unique prints from independent local makers.

FYLDE ICE FESTIVAL
2026-02-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Clifton Square, Lytham
Come and have a go on the ice carving wall in Clifton Square, see a number of pre-carved ice sculptures around town on the ice trail with themes linked to Lytham, plus watch a live carving demonstration take place in front of your very eyes with ice experts Glacial Art Ice Sculptors.

ILKLEY BEER FESTIVAL 2026
2026-02-13 11:00 - 17:00 | King’s Hall & Winter Gardens, Station Rd, Ilkley
Kings Hall & Winter Gardens for two days of amazing beer, food and entertainment.

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
2026-02-12 19:30 - 2026-02-14 22:00 | The Muni Theatre, Colne, BB8 0AE
One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colours.

TURNER PRIZE
2026-02-12 10:00 - 18:00 | Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, Lister Park,, Bradford, BD9 4NS, United Kingdom
The shortlisted artists – Nnena Kalu, Rene Matić, Mohammed Sami and Zadie Xa – were announced on 23 April 2025, 250 years to the day since the birth of Turner.

PRIVATE LIVES
2026-02-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
On their honeymoons with new spouses, divorced couple Elyot and Amanda unexpectedly meet, rekindle their passion, and impulsively run away together.

YORKSHIRE GAMES FESTIVAL
2026-02-11 10:00 - 17:00 | The National Science and Media Museum, Pictureville, Bradford
An extravaganza of games, culture, design, and production as the museum celebrates all things gaming across two weeks of exciting activity, including a packed half-term of gaming fun. From developer talks to networking events, to free gameplay and workshops, there’ll be lots for everyone to enjoy.

SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE HUNT FOR MORIARTY
2026-02-10 08:00 - 2026-02-12 17:00 | Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds
A thrilling adventure based on the work of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes: The Hunt for Moriarty is a world premiere combining powerful performances, a haunting soundscape and innovative design for an exhilarating theatrical experience.

Ultimate Eagles
2026-02-08 19:30 | The Muni Theatre, Colne, BB8 0AE

JUSTIN LIVE – JUSTIN TIME TO ROCK
2026-02-08 11:00 - 14:30 | King’s Hall & Winter Gardens, Station Rd, Ilkley
Get ready to sing, dance and laugh along with BAFTA Award-winning Justin, star of Something Special, Justin’s House, Gigglebiz and Gigglequiz as he and his friends are back in a brand-new live theatre show bursting with music, dancing and plenty of giggles.

THE MAGIC OF THE BEE GEES
2026-02-07 19:30 - 22:00 | King’s Hall & Winter Gardens, Station Rd, Ilkley
Complete with stunning light and video show, prepare to experience the distinct sound of one the greatest bands to have ever graced the stage in this unforgettable concert spectacular.

THANK ABBA FOR THE MUSIC
2026-02-07 14:30 - 19:30 | Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
Grab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA dominated the charts and ruled the airwaves!

BEATLES COMPLETE
2026-02-06 19:30 - 22:00 | The Muni Theatre, Colne, BB8 0AE
This show is not to be missed by all Beatles fans, performed by a band who are quickly making a name for themselves due to their musical prowess, boundless energy and easy Liverpool wit. The Beatles were a phenomenon in musical history, Beatles Complete remind you why.

Beauty and The Beast – Adult Panto
2026-02-05 19:30 | The Muni Theatre, Colne, BB8 0AE
Beauty’s looking for love — but instead finds herself trapped in a castle with a beast with a very big… personality. Packed with outrageous innuendo, dazzling drag, and more sass than you can shake a candle stick at. This is a laugh-out-loud, adults-only twist on the fairy tale you thought you knew.

RED GIANT
2026-02-05 19:00 - 22:45 | Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre,, Barnoldswick
Red Giant are one of the most formidable, emerging blues rock bands from the UK. Don’t believe it? Then come and see them. You’ll soon change your mind.

STUDY AFTERNOON: CRIME AND PUNISHMENT
2026-02-05 13:30 - 16:30 | Abbey House Museum, Abbey Walk, Kirkstall, Leeds
Get up close with crime and punishment-related collections, including truncheons, a police lamp, and some of the ephemera collections, with a focus on crime and punishment in Leeds. Why not try out fingerprinting or learning about other crime-fighting techniques? Includes tea, coffee and cake.

MACBETH ALONE
2026-02-04 19:30 - 22:30 | Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
A scintillating new version of one of Shakespeare’s bloodiest plays. Macbeth Alone is a thrilling and visceral reimagining of Shakespeare’s most haunting tragedy — performed by one man alone.

Real Food Ilkley Market
2026-02-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Real Food Ilkley Market, The Grove, Ilkley
Real Food Ilkley Market offers produce from fresh bread, cakes and gluten free bakes to curry sauces, cheeses, condiments and crepes. Stalls also include organic meat and veg, brownies, truffles and herbs from local producers and independent retailers. First Sunday of every month.

THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY 2026
2026-02-03 08:00 - 2026-02-07 17:00 | The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Buddy tells the enduring story of the musical icon’s meteoric rise from his Southern rockabilly beginnings to international stardom. In just 18 short months, the bespectacled boy from Lubbock, Texas, revolutionised the face of contemporary music and would influence everyone from The Beatles to Bruce Springsteen and The Rolling Stones.

THE POPPY HOLIDAY SHOW
2026-02-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
Get ready for a feel-good, toe-tapping afternoon as Poppy & Friends deliver timeless, unforgettable songs direct to your seat!

THE DAZZLING DIAMONDS: COMEDY DRAG SHOW
2026-02-01 19:30 - 22:00 | Lancaster Grand Theatre, St Leonardgate, Lancaster
The Dazzling Diamonds proudly present their smash-hit comedy variety drag show. This isn’t just any show – these “ladies” deliver a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud spectacle like no other.

150th Anniversary Exhibition
2026-02-01 10:00 - 16:00 | The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport
This exhibition showcases The Atkinson’s fine art collection in the popular 19th-century ‘Salon Hang’ style, when artworks were arranged from floor to ceiling.

Beatles Complete
2026-01-31 20:00 - 22:30 | Settle Victoria Hall, Kirkgate, Settle
Beatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time.

Richard Blackwood Unfiltered
2026-01-31 19:30 | Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street, Darwen
No gimmicks. No filter. Just Richard Blackwood at his realest. In this brand-new hour, Richard delivers sharp, fearless comedy with raw honesty – tackling fatherhood, fame, race, ageing and mental health.

MONTHLY KIRKSTALL ABBEY TOURS
2026-01-30 10:30 - 11:30 | Kirkstall Abbey, Kirkstall, Leeds
Explore how different parts of the Abbey were used, touching on how the monks of Kirkstall Abbey lived and a potted history of one of Britain’s most complete Cistercian monasteries from foundation to dissolution and beyond.
