8 October 2023
Cuthbert the Bad and the Lancashire Witches
Gawthorpe Hall, Burnley Road,
Padiham
Why was there a spectacular witchcraft trial in Lancashire in 1612? This question has never been properly answered, until now in this talk based on original research by Dr Colin Penny. Included in admission to the hall (£6 adult, £4 concs)
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm.
lancashire.gov.uk
8 October 2023
The Story of Guitar Heroes
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street,
Halifax
One of the UK’s premier live concert experiences, The Story of Guitar Heroes has garnered critical acclaim both at home and abroad for its incredible homage to some of the most influential and iconic guitarists from the past 50 years of popular music.
£28.25.
7:30 pm.
victoriatheatre.co.uk
8 October 2023
Joe McElderry – Celebrate The Music
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Join us for an incredible fun-filled evening with one of the country’s most beloved singers, Joe McElderry, celebrating music from a wide range of genres and eras.
£32.50.
7:30 pm.
blackpoolgrand.co.uk
9 October 2023
Sir Ranulph Fiennes
St. George’s Hall ,
Bradford
Sir Ranulph Fiennes - Mad, Bad and Dangerous To Know. Live on stage, Sir Ranulph will share stories from his legendary exploits and adventures, telling untold tales of the world’s most extraordinary feats of daring and exploration.
£34.50.
7:30 pm.
bradford-theatres.co.uk
10 October 2023 to 14 October 2023
The Addams Family
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market Street,
Colne
Basics Junior Theatre School Presents The Addams Family - A new musical comedy. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2pm. £14 - £17.
10 October 2023 to 14 October 2023.
pendlehippodrome.com
12 October 2023
Romeo and Juliet
Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill,
Leeds
The most famous of love stories, Romeo & Juliet has intense passion at its heart, alongside an irrepressible desire for change. This gripping 90-minute performance is by graduating actors and actor musicians from Leeds Conservatoire. 2pm & 7.30pm.
All day.
leedsplayhouse.org.uk
12 October 2023 to 13 October 2023
Light Night Leeds – Arts & Light Festival
Royal Armouries Museum, Armouries Drive,,
Leeds
Light Night Leeds invites people to see the city in a new light and discover free arts events across the city centre. From large-scale light projections and interactive installations, to music, dance and street performances, there is always something for everyone. Free.
12 October 2023 to 13 October 2023.
royalarmouries.org
12 October 2023 to 15 October 2023
BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL 2023
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road,
Haworth
Over the weekend, the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is transformed into a 5-mile-long Beer & Music Festival. Our Event Weekend Rover allows unlimited travel on all trains and entry to Festival sites. Various prices.
12 October 2023 to 15 October 2023.
beerandmusic.co.uk
14 October 2023 to 15 October 2023
North West Bird Watching Festival 2023
WWT Martin Mere, Fish Lane, Burscough,
Nr Ormskirk
From guest speakers and exhibitors to photography workshops and guided reserve walks, there’s a whole range of activities for you to enjoy for a full day out from dawn till dusk. Adult £16.95, child £11, family £47.50.
14 October 2023 to 15 October 2023.
wwt.org.uk
14 October 2023
Endless Love The Show – A Tribute to Lionel Richie & Diana Ross
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd,
Blackburn
Get ready for the ultimate feel-good show celebrating the music of legendary hitmakers Lionel Richie and Diana Ross.
£27.50.
7:30 pm.
blackburnempire.com
14 October 2023
Speed Dial
The Dukes, Moor Lane,
Lancaster
Amongst the spires, spikes and sideburns of a 1970s university, a lonely Professor awaits a call. When he's chased by the ringing of every passing phone, an ominous voice sets a series of mysterious puzzles that stand between him and his missing daughter. Dodgy deans, grumbling groundskeepers and swotty students are suspects as the Professor capers across campus to uncover whodunnit and why. £8 - £18.
7:30 pm.
dukeslancaster.org
14 October 2023
THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS
Albert Halls, Victoria Square,
Bolton
The Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back together and are ‘Cruisin for a Bluesin’ taking you to the music capitals of the USA for one night of spectacular live music.
£26.50.
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
alberthalls-bolton.co.uk
15 October 2023
Teach Rex LIVE – TREX Show
Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square,
Leeds
Get ready for an unforgettable educational adventure as a team of life-sized, roaring dinosaurs take the stage, captivating audiences of all ages. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness the prehistoric world come to life right before your eyes. 10am & 12.20pm. £9.90 - £11.
All day.
carriageworkstheatre.co.uk
17 October 2023 to 21 October 2023
The Real and Imagined History of The Elephant Man
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Powerful, angry and surprising – The Real and Imagined History of the Elephant Man questions industrialisation, capitalism, disability and difference, finally putting Joseph Merrick at the centre of his own story. 7.30pm. Thurs mat 2.30pm. £12.50 - £14.50.
17 October 2023 to 21 October 2023.
blackpoolgrand.co.uk
17 October 2023
Martyn Ashton – Bike Party
Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square,
Leeds
One of the biggest personalities in mountain biking, former World Champion Mountain Bike Trials Rider, GMBN’s Martyn Ashton. Despite a life-changing back-break in 2013, Martyn has continued to explore what’s possible on a bike! In Bike Party, Martyn will take audiences through an entertaining look at his life on bikes. £17.50 - £20.50.
7:30 pm.
carriageworkstheatre.co.uk
18 October 2023 to 21 October 2023
The Last Quiz Night On Earth – The Hall Players
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West,
Preston
Comedy Drama - It’s the end of the world. The last night on earth. An asteroid is heading straight for us. Fancy going out with a bang? Tickets from £11.
18 October 2023 to 21 October 2023.
prestonplayhouse.co.uk
20 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
Lightpool Festival 2023
Various Town Centre Locations ,
Blackpool
The award-winning Lightpool Festival returns for nine nights from October 20-28 with a spectacular programme of light-based art installations (some of them international premieres), live performances, 3D projection shows and family-friendly activities. Brace yourself for a visual extravaganza featuring electrifying world and UK premieres. Don't miss this chance to step into a world where imagination meets illumination! Free.
20 October 2023 to 28 October 2023.
visitblackpool.com
20 October 2023
The Magic of Motown
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate ,
Lancaster
Come celebrate our brand-new show for 2023 as we Reach Out and show you there ain’t no mountain high enough with the biggest Motown party of the year.
£28.
7:30 pm.
lancastergrand.co.uk
20 October 2023
Mum’s the Word – Comedy
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd,
Blackburn
The Mother of all Shows. The stuff nobody tells you about parenthood…until it’s too late.
£27.50.
7:30 pm.
blackburnempire.com
20 October 2023
A Beautiful Noise
Huddersfield Town Hall ,
Huddersfield
From London's West End, this internationally acclaimed production celebrates the music of Neil Diamond featuring Fisher Stevens.
£25.50.
7:30 pm.
kirklees.gov.uk
20 October 2023
A Spoonful of Julie
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Join Nicola Mills singing the songs of the practically perfect Julie in this memorable one woman tribute: A Spoonful of Julie. Full of charming anecdotes of Julie’s life and songs and medleys from all her best known shows.Adult £12.50, under 16s £5.
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
welcometoskipton.com
21 October 2023 to 4 November 2023
Hansel and Gretel
Victoria Hall, Bolton
Hansel and Gretel find themselves lost in the depths of the forbidden woods while looking for their father. Little do they know the wicked old witch is looking for her next tasty victim. Various times.
£5.
21 October 2023 to 4 November 2023.
victoriahallbolton.co.uk
21 October 2023
Extreme Queen
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market Street,
Colne
Wyrley Music & Promotions presents Extreme Queen, tribute band. £18/£20.
7:30 pm.
pendlehippodrome.com
22 October 2023
Novelty Dog Show
Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,,
Burnley
The novelty dog show will crown the most handsome dog, waggiest tail and many other coveted titles, including cutest puppy. Prizes and rosettes will be awarded for places, and you could be in with a chance to win the doggy products hamper in the championship. All funds raised on the day will help Happa.
£4.
12:00 pm.
happa.org.uk
23 October 2023
Megaslam 2023 Live Tour
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market Street,
Colne
Megaslam Wrestling presents Megaslam 2023 Live Tour. A two hour family entertainment spectactular. £6.13 – £40.
7:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
pendlehippodrome.com
23 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street,
Keighley
Comedy by David & Robert Goodale.
£10.
23 October 2023 to 28 October 2023.
keighleyplayhouse.co.uk
23 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
BLT presents The Children’s Hour
Bingley Little Theatre, Bingley Arts Centre,
Bingley
How powerful is a lie. The characters are wonderfully complex and original; it’s a true psychological thriller.
23 October 2023 to 28 October 2023.
bingleyartscentre.co.uk
24 October 2023
Crafternoon
Horse + Bamboo, Waterfoot,
Rossendale
Our crafternoon are always a big hit with the families. We have a ‘Fairytale’ themed Crafternoon this October half term. No need to book just drop in.
11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
horseandbamboo.org
24 October 2023
Skipton Music Presents: Ethan Loch
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Born in 2004 and diagnosed completely blind since birth, Ethan’s formal piano lessons began at age four with his mother and he now studies at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Winner of the 2022 BBC Young Musician Keyboard Final. £25, Under 30 £10,Under 19 £2.
7:30 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
24 October 2023
Gareth Gates: The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate,
Leeds
The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons is a spectacular high-pitched celebration of timeless music from one of the biggest selling groups of all time.
£32.50.
7:30 pm.
eedsheritagetheatres.com
25 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
Calendar Girls The Musical
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Skipton Musical Theatre Company presents Calendar Girls The Musical, by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth. Wed - Fri 7.30pm, Sat 1.30pm & 6.30pm. £16 - £22.
25 October 2023 to 28 October 2023.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
25 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
James Acaster: Hecklers Welcome
'One of comedy's most original voices' (Evening Standard) has written a new show. He's very proud of it. That being said, you are allowed to ruin it. Fill your boots.
£30.
25 October 2023 to 28 October 2023.
leedsplayhouse.org.uk
26 October 2023 to 28 October 2023
Halloween Ghost Trains
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St,
Bury
Creeps, candy and costumes! Are you brave enough to board the “spooky” steam train? Join us at ELR this year for family Halloween fun aboard the “scream train” and help the Monster Squad keep order and vanquish the ghouliees! All Halloween Ghost Trains start and end at Bury Bolton Street Station. £15 - £22. Booking essential.
26 October 2023 to 28 October 2023.
eastlancsrailway.org.uk
26 October 2023
THE NUTCRACKER
Albert Halls, Victoria Square,
Bolton
The Nutcracker - a charming and kind fairy tale is one of the jewels of Tchaikovsky's repertoire. Prepare to enter a magical new world – the nutcracker in this ballet may be a handsome prince in disguise.
£23.
7:30 pm.
alberthalls-bolton.co.uk
26 October 2023
The Houghton Weavers
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West,
Preston
The Houghton Weavers have been entertaining folk for 48 years with their unique blend of popular folk music, humour and audience participation.
£15.
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
prestonplayhouse.co.uk
27 October 2023
The Illegal Eagles
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate ,
Lancaster
This critically acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including ’Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘New Kid In Town’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’ and many more…
£32.50.
7:30 pm.
lancastergrand.co.uk
27 October 2023
Doing The Dead
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West,
Preston
They’ve done Shakespeare, they’ve done Whodunnit and now the multi-award-winning Northern Comedy Theatre are back for the Halloween season with their brand new hysterically dark comedy Doing The Dead, starring Coronation Street legend Steven Arnold, who played Ashley Peacock for over 15-years. £15.50 - £16.50.
7:30 pm.
prestonplayhouse.co.uk
27 October 2023
Eamonn Holmes -My Story So Far!
Huddersfield Town Hall ,
Huddersfield
Come along and listen to Eamonn being interviewed about his life and career. Hear all about the rich and famous he himself has interviewed. A night that is both thought provoking and laugh out loud funny!
£25.
7:30 pm.
kirklees.gov.uk
28 October 2023
The Nutcracker
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate ,
Lancaster
The Nutcracker – a charming and kind fairy tale is one of the jewels of Tchaikovsky's repertoire. Prepare to enter a magical new world – the nutcracker in this ballet may be a handsome prince in disguise. 2.30pm & 7.30pm. £17 - £24.
All day.
lancastergrand.co.uk
28 October 2023 to 5 November 2023
Spooky Streets
Abbey House Museum, Abbey Walk, Kirkstall,
Leeds
Experience our Victorian Streets spookily decorated for Halloween and find the creepy creatures with a terrifying family trail! Tues - Fri & Sun 10am - 5pm, Sat 12pm - 5pm.
28 October 2023 to 5 November 2023.
museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk
28 October 2023 to 5 November 2023
Halloween
Mother Shipton’s Cave, Prophecy Lodge, High Bridge,
Knaresborough
Come one, come all for a freakishly fun Halloween experience at Mother Shipton's Creepy Carnival trail! Step right up and prepare to be thrilled and amazed by hauntingly captivating displays and spine-tingling surprises. Various ticket options.
28 October 2023 to 5 November 2023.
mothershipton.co.uk
28 October 2023
Fox Willow Weaving Workshop
Harewood House, Harewood,
Leeds
Join Leilah Vyner from Dragon Willow to learn how to create a beautiful, life sized Fox. During this one day workshop, Leilah will guide you through the art of creating sculpture from willow. All materials and lunch included.
£85.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
harewood.org
28 October 2023 to 5 November 2023
Pirates and highwaymen
Royal Armouries Museum, Armouries Drive,,
Leeds
Come and hear some great adventure stories and enjoy lots of live combats, plus loads of fun activities to keep the kids out of mischief. And there’ll be no daylight robbery as admission to the museum is free.
28 October 2023 to 5 November 2023.
royalarmouries.org
28 October 2023
Southport Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival
The Atkinson, Lord Street,
Southport
Come along to The Atkinson and celebrate everything that rock, rhythm and blues has to offer! Headliners Full House play Frankie Miller are supported by Susan Santos, Brave Rival, Vanja Sky, Gerry Jablonski Band and Ramblin’ Preachers. Early Bird £29, Advance £33, Doors £35.
2:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
theatkinson.co.uk
28 October 2023
ILLEGAL EAGLES
Huddersfield Town Hall ,
Huddersfield
This critically acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including ’Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘New Kid In Town’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’ and many more…
£32.50.
7:30 pm.
kirklees.gov.uk
29 October 2023
Sixties Gold: 60s Explosion Tour
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate,
Leeds
Experience the magic of the 1960s as Sixties Gold returns to The Grand. 2.30pm & 7.30pm. £40 - £43.
All day.
leedsheritagetheatres.com
29 October 2023
JUDI DENCH
The Lowry, Pier 8, The Quays,
Salford
Join the inimitable and beloved Judi Dench in conversation with friend, actor and director Brendan O’Hea to celebrate the publication of their new book Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays The Rent. All tickets come with a hardback copy of Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays The Rent.
£25.
2:00 pm.
thelowry.com
30 October 2023
Shakespeare’s First Folio: Craven’s National Treasure
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Have you ever wondered how Shakespeare’s First Folio came to Craven? Join us at the museum for a short talk on why this book is so important, and how it became part of the Craven Museum collection. We’ll also be launching ‘Rewriting the missing comedies’, where you can help us fill our Folios’ blanks! 11am & 2pm. Free.
All day.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
30 October 2023
Half Term Art Club
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
The Art Club is designed for 10-18 year olds who love to create and express themselves through art. Each week we explore different techniques and mediums to help you develop your skills and unleash your creativity. Join us for a fun-filled Art Club every Mon during school holidays! 10am & 2pm.
£7.50.
All day.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
30 October 2023
DANCE FITNESS AND FUN
Trawden Community Centre
A one hour Dance/Exercise Class using movement to music. Come and join in the fun and dance your way to Fitness. The class is suitable for the over 50s and is a great way of meeting new people and making friends. No need to book just come along. Mondays 11.30am – 12.30pm. Tel: 07879886612.
£5.
11:30 am to 12:30 pm.
trawdenforest.com