22 October
Pony Grooming at HAPPA
Happa, Shores Hey Farm, Briercliffe,, Burnley
Have you ever wanted to groom a horse or pony? Now is your chance to here at Happa. For just £5, you can learn how to correctly groom one of our Happa ponies, with our qualified & experienced staff during a 15-minute grooming session. Ages 4yrs plus.         £5. 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. https://www.happa.org.uk/

23 October
Swan Lake – Crown Ballet
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Magic of classical ballet, performed live on stage. £17 - £24. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

25 October
THE WIZARD OF OZ – FAMILY PANTO
The Muni Theatre , Colne
Take a stroll down the yellow brick road this October half term as Tom Rolfe Productions proudly present everyone’s favourite pantomime story The Wizard of Oz live on stage. £14.50 - £18. 6:30 pm. https://www.themuni.co.uk/

25 October
Magic Queen
King’s Hall, Station Road, Ilkley
Magic Queen's ability to recreate Queen's live performances is something truly special and their high-energy show offers the greatest hits and maximum entertainment. £29.25. 7:30 pm. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

25 October
Swan Lake
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
Swan Lake – The greatest of all romantic ballets. Swan Lake is one of Tchaikovsky’s best works, featuring some of ballet’s most memorable music and breath-taking dance. £22.75 £27.75. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

26 October to 2 November
Opera North’s Ruddigore
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
Hilarity, dancing and tongue-twisting singing… Ruddigore has all the hallmarks of classic Gilbert and Sullivan, a creative duo unlike any other who made a profound mark on the light opera world. Various times & prices. 26 October to 2 November. https://www.operanorth.co.uk/

26 October
CROWN BALLET® PRESENTS THE NUTCRACKER
The Muni Theatre , Colne
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. £27. 2:30 pm. https://www.themuni.co.uk/

29 October to 2 November
Ghost The Musical
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford
The international smash hit returns to the stage, featuring The Righteous Brothers' Unchained Melody alongside many more terrific songs co-written by Eurythmics' Dave Stewart.  7.30pm. Wed & Thurs mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £15.50 - £50.50. 29 October to 2 November. www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

29 October
Magical Mozart by Candlelight
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
With beautiful settings, costumes, lighting, and of course candles, the European Baroque Ensemble and world class opera singers transport you back to the sumptuous past. £22.50. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

30 October
The Houghton Weavers
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
The Houghton Weavers have been entertaining folk for many years with their unique blend of popular folk music, humour and audience participation and have recorded over 30 albums. £15. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.prestonplayhouse.co.uk/

31 October
The Magic of Motown
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular. £32. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

1 November to 2 November
KILLER RHAPSODY: A Night of Queen
Bingley Little Theatre, Bingley Arts Centre, Bingley
A night of Queen performed by Killer Rhapsody. Standing only. £18. 1 November to 2 November. https://www.bingleyartscentre.co.uk/

2 November
Goldilocks Clothing Sale, Lunches , Homemade Goods
Higherford Methodist Church, 5 Bankfield St, Barrowford
All day. https://www.burnleyandpendlemethodistcircuit.com/higherford

5 November to 9 November
Sweet Charity
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Set in 1960s New York, this fabulous musical features classic songs such as Hey Big Spender, Rich Man’s Frug, If My Friends Could See Me Now, There’s Gotta Be Something Better and many more. Presented by Lancaster Red Rose AODS. 7.15pm, Sat mat 2.15pm. £16. 5 November to 9 November. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

7 November
Fred Dinenage – Ronnie, Reggie and Me
Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street, Darwen
Discover the definitive insight into the real life of Britain’s most notorious gangsters, from their trusted official biographer, Fred Dinenage. £26.50. 7:30 pm. https://bwdvenues.com/

7 November
Aled Jones – Full Circle
King’s Hall, Station Road, Ilkley
After 40 years in the business, Aled is  looking back on a remarkable career with a one-man show, that will feature never-before-heard music, tales from the decades and for the first time, his story told in his own words. It's time to come Full Circle. £32.75 - £72.75.     7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

7 November to 16 November
THE HERD
Ilkley Playhouse, Weston Road, Ilkley
This sharp and witty play examines how a severe disability for one family member can define the lives of all those around him. A situation which the playwright, Rory Kinnear, faced through his own childhood. £6 - £14. 7 November to 16 November. https://ilkleyplayhouse.co.uk/

8 November
Lucy Beaumont – Trouble and Strife
King George’s Hall, Northgate, Blackburn
BAFTA nominee and star of Taskmaster Lucy Beaumont is going to let loose and let slip on her roller coaster world. With off-beat stories, unusual anecdotes, and bizarre journeys through modern day womanhood, life through the Beaumont lens is more surreal than you could ever imagine. £26.50. 7:30 pm. https://bwdvenues.com/

9 November to 16 November
ANNIE – Burnley Light Opera Society
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Come along for the 90th celebration of the Burnley Light Opera Society and witness their spectacular production of the globally acclaimed musical, "Annie." Various times & prices. 9 November to 16 November. https://blcgroup.co.uk/

9 November to 10 November
Annual Diesel Multi Unit Gala
East Lancashire Railway, 23a Bolton St, Bury
Fans of railcars won’t want to miss the annual diesel multiple unit gala. Usually seen supporting their larger cousins, this event sees the diminutive DMUs take centre stage. 9 November to 10 November. https://www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk/

13 November
Dancing in the Streets – Motown Greatest Hits
St. George’s Hall , Bradford
A spectacular celebration of classic music from the heart of the Motor City - Detroit, Dancing In The Streets is a concert full of timeless tracks that have shaped generation after generation. £30.75 - £37.75.     7:30 pm. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

13 November to 16 November
The Haunting – Preston Drama Club
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
The Haunting is a spine-chilling, traditional ghost story, with unexpected twists, turns, thrills and revelations. The play, by Hugh Janes has been adapted from several original ghost stories written by Charles Dickens. £12. 13 November to 16 November. https://www.prestonplayhouse.co.uk/

14 November to 16 November
Blue Stockings
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
A moving, comical and eye-opening story of four young women fighting for education and self-determination against the larger backdrop of women’s suffrage. 7.30pm. Sat mat 2.30pm. £12.50. 14 November to 16 November. https://www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk/

14 November to 15 November
Paddy McGuinness – Stand Up Tour
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
Paddy McGuinness returns with Nearly There… his first stand-up tour in eight years. £43.50 - £33.50. 14 November to 15 November. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

16 November
A Night of Queen – Killer Rhapsody
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
For over a decade, Killer Rhapsody have been blowing people’s minds with the hottest and most riveting tribute to Freddie Mercury and Queen. Amazing harmonies and large orchestration. £25. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

18 November to 30 November
& Juliet – The Hit Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
There is life after Romeo! Created by the Emmy-winning writer from Schitt’s Creek, this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told and asks – what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? 7.30pm. Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm.  £25 - £60. 18 November to 30 November. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

18 November 2024 to 25 January 2025
The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds
This breathtaking stage show of C.S. Lewis’ classic novel returns to Leeds Playhouse following a successful West End and UK tour. With magical storytelling, bewitching stagecraft and incredible puppets, it is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Various times & prices. 18 November 2024 to 25 January 2025. https://www.leedsplayhouse.org.uk/

20 November
DREAMCOAT STARS
The Muni Theatre , Colne
Experience the UK's biggest night of musical smash-hits and festive classics, in this star-studded concert. Feel the spine-tingling vocal power of four incredible singers from the hit show Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. £28. 7:30 pm. https://www.themuni.co.uk/

20 November
Inside Stories Of The Tour De France
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
ITV Tour de France commentator Matt Rendell will be sharing stories from his 25 years’ covering the race and his dealings with cycling’s big names from Eddy Merckx to Bradley Wiggins, Mark Cavendish to Chris Froome. £14. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. https://www.prestonplayhouse.co.uk/

21 November to 31 December
Northern Lights Leeds: A Festive Light Trail at Temple Newsam
Temple Newsam, Temple Newsam Road, Leeds
Temple Newsam in Leeds is set to host West Yorkshire’s newest festive attraction: the immersive light trail known as Northern Lights. Following its sell-out success in Newcastle, this acclaimed event is expected to draw over 100,000 visitors to its debut in Leeds.  Northern Lights promises a spectacular journey through a myriad of illuminations and unique musical compositions. Various prices. 21 November to 31 December. https://northernlightsleeds.com/

22 November
Steptoe and Son
Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street, Darwen
You wouldn't think it was possible for this 'rag and boning' duo to still be at it after all this time, but here they are! Albert is still a dirty old man and Harold is as pretentious as ever! £16.50. 7:30 pm. https://bwdvenues.com/

26 November to 30 November
Here You Come Again – The New Dolly Parton Musical
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
For the first time ever, all of Dolly Parton’s biggest hits can be experienced together in a rollicking and joyous new musical comedy. 7.30pm. Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £24.50 - £45.50. 26 November to 30 November. https://www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk/

27 November
BUBLE BY CANDLELIGHT
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
Immerse yourself in the timeless classics and irresistible charm of Michael Bublé as Josh Hindle and his band recreate the magic of the Canadian crooner's greatest hits. £27. 7:30 pm. https://blcgroup.co.uk/

28 November
An Evening with Kevin Sinfield
St. George’s Hall , Bradford
Kevin Sinfield is one of the most successful players in Rugby League history. Having gained many Championships and Challenge Cup successes as part of great teams, he has also earned many individual accolades. £31.25. 7:30 pm. www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

29 November
Festive Wreath Making
Higherford Methodist Church, 5 Bankfield St, Barrowford
All day. https://www.burnleyandpendlemethodistcircuit.com/higherford

29 November
ILLEGAL EAGLES
The Muni Theatre , Colne
Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the legendary West Coast Country Rock band The Eagles in 1971, The Illegal Eagles make a welcome return to Colne with a brand new production. £35. 7:30 pm. https://www.themuni.co.uk/

30 November to 31 December
Rapunzel
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
Get ready for a hair raising adventure about the girl with the magical golden hair as Polka Dot Pantomimes and the Albert Halls proudly present RAPUNZEL – A Tangled Tale! Various times & prices. 30 November to 31 December. www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

30 November to 1 December
HOGHTON TOWER CHRISTMAS GIFT MARKET 2024
Hoghton Tower, Hoghton, Preston
Come along to Hoghton Tower Christmas Gift Market to find unique gifts. Local artists, makers and traders all make up a wonderful and festive market where you can find gifts for your friends and family. 30 November to 1 December. www.hoghtontower.co.uk

30 November
QueenEsque 10th Anniversary Tour
Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street, Darwen
With a naturally authentic front man, backed by a powerful live band who all share a passion for the music and stagecraft of the greatest band ever....Queen. £17. 7:00 pm. https://bwdvenues.com/

7 December
Christmas Coffee Morning
Higherford Methodist Church, 5 Bankfield St, Barrowford
Part of the Christmas Tree Festival. 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. https://www.burnleyandpendlemethodistcircuit.com/higherford

11 December
Cake and Coffee
Higherford Methodist Church, 5 Bankfield St, Barrowford
Part of the Christmas Tree Festival. 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. https://www.burnleyandpendlemethodistcircuit.com/higherford

12 December
Heaven Sent Duo, with Seasonal Refreshments
Higherford Methodist Church, 5 Bankfield St, Barrowford
Part of the Christmas Tree Festival £10. 2:00 pm. https://www.burnleyandpendlemethodistcircuit.com/higherford