23 November 2023
Art Of Believing – Flamenco
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
Art of Believing promises to be a truly memorable performance, bringing a taste of pure flamenco and outstanding musicianship from the spectacular Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company. Vibrant and exciting, this is an unmissable flamenco experience. £32. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. prestonplayhouse.co.uk

24 November 2023 to 7 January 2024
Snow White
Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds
Featuring breath-taking scenery and special effects, sparkling costumes, spectacular song and dance, with plenty of fun, laughter and audience participation, Snow White is the pantomime that is simply wicked, simply wonderful and simply must be seen! Various times & prices. 24 November 2023 to 7 January 2024. carriageworkstheatre.co.uk

24 November 2023 to 7 January 2024
Robin Hood: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
A very different format to the traditional Christmas pantomime, Rock ‘n’ Roll Pantos mix traditional elements of audience participation and corny gags with a jukebox full of classic rock anthems and chart-toppers, all performed live on stage by an ultra-talented cast of actor-musicians. Various times & prices. 24 November 2023 to 7 January 2024. leedsheritagetheatres.com

24 November 2023 to 31 December 2023
A Christmas Carol
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Unwrap the magic this season with a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens classic tale, featuring toe-tapping music, festive fun and a touch of Christmas magic. £18 - £20. Various times. 24 November 2023 to 31 December 2023. dukeslancaster.org

24 November 2023
BINGO NIGHT
Colne Legion Club, Keighley Road, Colne
All welcome. £100 jackpot flyer. Members draw & meat raffle after bingo. 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. colnelegionclub.co.uk

24 November 2023
Ceilidh Night 2023
East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.
Enjoy a night of music and dancing on the 24th of November at East Riddlesden Hall. £10. 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm. nationaltrust.org.uk

24 November 2023
MAGGIE MAY- THE ROD STEWART YEARS
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Maggie May is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the most charismatic superstars of our time featuring Rob Wright and his amazing live band. £28.50. 7:30 pm. blcgroup.co.uk

24 November 2023
The Magic of Motown
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
Come celebrate as we Reach Out and show you there Ain’t No Mountain High Enough with the biggest Motown party of the year. £30.75. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. victoriatheatre.co.uk

24 November 2023
Kyla Brox Band
Horse & Bamboo, 679 Bacup Road, Waterfoot, Rossendale
Blues and soul become inextricably entwined in award-winning singer-songwriter, Kyla Brox, whose raw talent has seen her described as “the finest female blues singer of her generation”. £8 - £10. 8:00 pm. horseandbamboo.org

25 November 2023 to 24 December 2023
THE ELF EXPLORER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
A magical Christmas experience that is guaranteed to light up your children’s faces and get the whole family in the mood for the Festive Season. This theatrical journey on board a beautiful steam train is the perfect way to travel, and we know that Father Christmas thinks so too…! £22 - £28. Booking essential. 25 November 2023 to 24 December 2023. elfexplorer.co.uk

25 November 2023 to 24 December 2023
Santa Specials
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St, Bury
Steam into Christmas on the East Lancashire Railway’s famously festive Santa Specials. Your family will make enchanted memories to share as they take a trip through the magical Irwell Valley alongside colourful characters and surprises. What Christmas treat would be complete without a visit from a host of happy elves and Santa Claus himself. Various prices. 25 November 2023 to 24 December 2023. eastlancsrailway.org.uk

25 November 2023 to 31 December 2023
Beauty and the Beast – 2023 Pantomime
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
Join us for a BEAST of a tale that’s as old as time as Tom Rolfe Productions present a real BEAUTY of a pantomime with stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and hilarious comedy! Various times & prices. 25 November 2023 to 31 December 2023. blackburnempire.com

25 November 2023 to 24 December 2023
Beauty and the Beast
The Globe Theatre, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Blackpool
Beauty And The Beast is a magical Story - A tale as old as time! Various times. £14 -£22.         25 November 2023 to 24 December 2023.

25 November 2023 to 24 December 2023
Christmas Grotto Wonderland
Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard Promenade, Blackpool
Visit Santa Claus in his grotto and enjoy the festive fun experiences, guided by magical elves through a winter wonderland. Art & crafts and christmas themed games.         £16.99. 25 November 2023 to 24 December 2023. blackpoolpleasurebeach.com

25 November 2023 to 24 December 2023
The Adventures of Peppermint: A Father Christmas Experience
Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds
This heartwarming 45 minute immersive experience promises unforgettable memories and pure festive magic. Each experience has capacity for up to 21 people, including both adults and children. Various prices. 25 November 2023 to 24 December 2023. harewood.org

25 November 2023 to 24 December 2023
Christmas at Mother Shipton’s
Mother Shipton’s Cave, Prophecy Lodge, High Bridge, Knaresborough
Step into a world of magic and wonder as you enter Mother Shipton's magical Christmas experience. Get ready, for Santa is flying through the starry skies to meet you! Step into his cozy grotto, where time stands still as you create memories that will warm your heart for years to come. Various ticket options. 25 November 2023 to 24 December 2023. mothershipton.co.uk

25 November 2023
Baildon Farmers Market
Lower Ian Clough Car Park, Browgate, Baildon
Baildon Farmers Market is a monthly food market that’s rated one of the finest in the UK, and the best in Yorkshire!         9:00 am to 1:00 pm.

25 November 2023 to 22 December 2023
Father Christmas At Bolton Abbey
Bolton Abbey Estate , Skipton
Step into his twinkling Christmas Village, tucked away in the middle of Strid Wood and see what enchanting experience awaits. Become acquainted with the cheeky elves who have just arrived from the North Pole, and let them take you on a special journey to meet the Great Man himself. 25 November 2023 to 22 December 2023. boltonabbey.com

25 November 2023 to 7 January 2024
Lancaster On Ice
Dalton Square , Lancaster
Award Winning and internationally recognised Lancaster on Ice returns for the 2023 season to the historic Dalton Square, in the heart of Lancaster. There will be christmas market stalls, the giant tipi bar, 800m real ice, Ice-Rink and giant ferris wheel. 25 November 2023 to 7 January 2024. visitlancashire.com

25 November 2023 to 17 December 2023
Santa by the Lake at Brockholes
Brockholes Nature Reserve, Preston New Road, Samlesbury, Preston.
  Santa is back at Brockholes! Come and meet him in his workshop set against the backdrop of our beautiful Meadow Lake. Sat & Sun from 25th Nov - 17th Dec.         £13. 25 November 2023 to 17 December 2023. brockholes.org

25 November 2023 to 26 November 2023
Victorian Christmas Market
Bradford Industrial Museum, 235 Moorside Rd, Eccleshill, Bradford
The market will feature lots of stalls. There will also be a visit from Santa (£6 per child includes gift) Come visit the alpacas, see our wonderful Chimney Sweeps, listen to the brass band, see if you can make Scrooge smile and more... Entry Adult £2, children free.         25 November 2023 to 26 November 2023. bradfordmuseums.org

25 November 2023
CHRISTMAS IN COLNE 2023
Colne Town Centre , Colne
We have such a jam packed day in store for you including a wide variety of free stage entertainment from 12pm, free entertainment throughout the Town Centre, children's fun fair rides, a huge Christmas Market, a firework finale plus so much more! 11:00 am to 8:00 pm.

25 November 2023 to 26 November 2023
SANTA’S DISCO THROUGH THE DECADES
Oaks Hotel Burnley, Colne Road, Burnley
With all the classic floor fillers from all corners of the globe, Santa’s got some tunes to get you dancing, so lets get this party started! Come to our venue and enjoy an amazing night with great food, great friends and all the xmas hits for you to dance the night away to. Two course meal. 7:00 pm to 2:00 am. £28. 25 November 2023 to 26 November 2023. lavenderhotels.co.uk

25 November 2023
The Diana Ross Story – In The Name of Love
King George’s Hall, Northgate, Blackburn
The World’s Premier show in celebration of Diana Ross and The Supremes. Theatre audiences prepare to be taken on a spellbinding journey visiting one of the greatest musical stories ever told. £27.50. 7:30 pm. bwdvenues.com

25 November 2023
LANCASHIRE NIGHT
Christ Church, Keighley Road, Colne
Come and celebrate Lancashire culture and heritage through music and song. A Lancashire Hotpot supper is included in the price. £10. 7:30 pm. achurchnearyou.com/church/11523

25 November 2023
Sarah Millican : Late Bloomer
St. George’s Hall , Bradford
Late Bloomer, Sarah’s brand-new stand-up show. Come along, laugh at her, with her, beside her. £34.50. 8:00 pm. bradford-theatres.co.uk

25 November 2023
Claire Martin Trio
Square Chapel Arts Centre, 10 Square Road, Halifax
Multi award-winning jazz singer Claire Martin is joined by a world-class trio of musicians for her Square Chapel debut - featuring a sparkling selection of music inspired by, and drawn from, The Great American Songbook. £25. 8:00 pm. squarechapel.co.uk

25 November 2023
Jo Caulfield: Here Comes Trouble
Settle Victoira Hall, Kirkgate, Settle
Voted Comedians’ Comedian of The Year 2021/2022, Jo Caulfield is quite simply one of the most consistently funny and creative comics in the country. £16.50. 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm. settlevictoriahall.org.uk

25 November 2023
BACKBEATS BAND
Colne Legion Club, Keighley Road, Colne
Brilliant local musicians. Very popular in the area. 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm. colnelegionclub.co.uk

26 November 2023
Christmas Fair at Samlesbury Hall
Samlesbury Hall, Preston New Road, Preston
Wander through the Hall and browse a variety stalls displaying local products from across our beautiful county. The Heritage Cafe will be open serving delicious Christmas Lunches. Mulled Wine will be available alongside plenty of mince pies, and hot turkey sandwiches (and other Christmas treats!). Free entry. 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. www.samlesburyhall.co.uk

26 November 2023
Christmas Fayre at HAPPA
Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley
Local businesses, artisans and craft makers will ensure a shopper’s paradise event held in the indoor arena. Ticket entry includes access to HAPPA as well as the Christmas Fayre. £6. 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. happa.org.uk

26 November 2023
D-DAY DARLINGS
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
The UK’s premier wartime group, The D-Day Darlings, were signed to Sony Music UK after reaching the finals in ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent. In 2018, their debut album, “I’ll Remember You”, reached number 15 in the official album charts, receiving a Silver Disc for over 60,000 sales. £22. 2:30 pm. blcgroup.co.uk

26 November 2023
West to East – A Musical Journey: Presented by Halifax Symphony Orchestra
Square Chapel Arts Centre, 10 Square Road, Halifax
A journey of musical discovery across Europe; from the opera houses of Paris via Seville, stopping off in the Tsarist concert halls St Petersberg before letting loose at the grand Carnival in Prague before finally reaching the shores of the Caspian Sea and the gateway to the East. £3 - £14. 2:30 pm. squarechapel.co.uk

26 November 2023
Mostly Autumn
The Met, Market Street, Bury
Progressive rock band Mostly Autumn take inspiration from the classic sounds of seventies rock, whilst also taking the music forward into the future. £20 - £24. 8:00 pm. themet.org.uk

27 November 2023 to 2 December 2023
Jesus Christ Superstar
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford
With music and lyrics by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. Jesus Christ Superstar is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ, as seen through the eyes of Judas.  7.30pm. Wed mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £19.50 - £49.50.   27 November 2023 to 2 December 2023. bradford-theatres.co.uk

27 November 2023 to 22 January 2024
Oliver!
Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds
Based on the novel by Charles Dickens, Oliver! follows the story of a small boy with a big heart as he journeys from a desolate workhouse to the paved streets of Victorian London in search of love and a place to call home. Various times & prices. 27 November 2023 to 22 January 2024. leedsplayhouse.org.uk

27 November 2023 to 2 December 2023
Shrek The Musical
Grand Opera House , York
Based on the Oscar winning DreamWorks film, the Broadway and West End smash hit Shrek the Musical is a fun filled and hilarious musical comedy with a cast of vibrant characters and a 'shrektacular' score. 7.30pm, Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £13 - £64. 27 November 2023 to 2 December 2023. atgtickets.com

27 November 2023
A Christmas Carol
Blackburn Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Blackburn
Chapterhouse Theatre Company is proud to bring you Charles Dickens' timeless tale of hope and redemption this Christmas. A Christmas Carol follows the miserly Ebeneezer Scrooge as he embarks upon a journey through his past, present, and future,… £9 - £24. 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. blackburncathedral.com

29 November 2023 to 3 December 2023
The Wizard of Oz Pantomime
Bradford Playhouse, 4 – 12 Chapel St,Little Germany,, Bradford.
The Bradford Players present The Wizard of Oz Pantomime. Various times. £10. 29 November 2023 to 3 December 2023. bradfordplayhouse.org.uk

29 November 2023 to 10 December 2023
Northern Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
Performed to Tchaikovsky’s enduring score, played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia, The Nutcracker awakens childlike imagination in us all. 7pm, mat 2pm. £72-£20. 29 November 2023 to 10 December 2023. leedsheritagetheatres.com

29 November 2023
Guided walk – One Way Ticket
Burley in Wharfedale Railway Station , Burley in Wharfedale
Meet Malcolm Gardner at 11.15am at Burley in Wharfedale rail station for a linear walk from Burley to Guiseley via Menston. Return by train to Burley (pay your own fare). 6 miles. Bring a packed lunch. Free. 11:15 am to 2:15 pm.

1 December 2023 to 31 December 2023
CINDERELLA
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
Join us for our sparkling family pantomime for 2023 - Cinderella. A family pantomime where dreams really do come true. Presented by Polka Dot Pantomimes. Various times and prices. 1 December 2023 to 31 December 2023. alberthalls-bolton.co.uk

1 December 2023 to 1 January 2024
Aladdin
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
This year's panto Aladdin sees the return of West End star and TV soap sensation Tom Lister (as Abanazar) joining comic and Britain's Got Talent finalist Steve Royle (as Wishee Washee)! Various times & prices.           1 December 2023 to 1 January 2024. blackpoolgrand.co.uk

1 December 2023 to 3 December 2023
Artisan Market at Holden Clough
Holden Clough Nurseries , Bolton-by-Bowland
This Christmas, Holden Clough welcome some of their favourite local craftspeople, designers and food and drink producers to their 'Nutcracker' artisan market. It's a wonderful chance to meet the talented makers and find out what goes into creating their unique products.         1 December 2023 to 3 December 2023. holdenclough.com

1 December 2023
FINE DINING EVENING
The Trawden Arms Community Pub, Church Street, Trawden
Come and join us for a wine and fine dining evening, 6 course set meal, all paired with a glass of wine. Followed by swing and jazz with Matt Whatley. £69.95. 7:00 pm. trawden-arms.mydirectstay.com

1 December 2023
84 Charing Cross Road
Halifax Playhouse, King Cross Street, Halifax
The bittersweet comedy is based on the extraordinary true story of the remarkable relationship that developed over 20 years between a vivacious New York writer and a London bookseller. A Halifax Thespians - Script-in-hand performance in the Playhouse Studio Bar.  £5 including supper. 7:30 pm. halifaxplayhouse.org.uk

1 December 2023
Buddy Rich Big Band – A Groovy Christmas
The Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley Street, Manchester
Get ready for a groovy, swinging, rocking Christmas ride with the Buddy Rich Big Band booming their way through many of your festive favourites and Buddy Rich hits in what promises to be an evening of big band magic! £38.50 - £58.50 7:30 pm. bridgewater-hall.co.uk

1 December 2023
ABBA Sensation
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
Abba Sensation will transport you back to the golden days of Abba, with stunning harmonies, costumes, choreography and a sprinkling of light-hearted humour. £16.50 - £18. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. prestonplayhouse.co.uk

1 December 2023 to 22 December 2023
CHRISTMAS IN THE CARIBBEAN
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Prepare to be whisked away with our exciting new party night theme for 2023! Spectacular Caribbean Christmas Theme, Caribbean Steel Band, Caribbean Dancers & Hula Girls and Festive 3 Course Dinner.         £45. 1 December 2023 to 22 December 2023. blcgroup.co.uk

1 December 2023
Festive Jazz
The Chapel, St Helens Road, Ormskirk
Swing into the festive season in style with the suave, sophisticated and melodic sounds of the Phil Shotton trio with Adee Lifshitz joining them on the classiest of vocals.           £12. 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm. visitlancashire.com