1 January to 31 December
UK City of Culture 2025
Various venues Bradford
Bradford district’s year of culture is set to deliver more than 1,000 new performances and events including 365 artist commissions, a series of major arts festivals and major national and international collaborations. Visit the website for further details.
1 January to 31 December.
https://www.visitbradford.com/
6 September to 31 December
Bradford on Foot
Bradford on Foot ,
Bradford
Discover Bradford on Foot, a collection of themed walks and tours exploring hidden streets, scenic countryside, and local heritage. Curated for Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture, these routes have been selected by walking groups, historians, schoolchildren, artists, and locals. All available to download or pick up in paper format at Bradford libraries.
6 September to 31 December.
bradford2025.co.uk
12 December to 14 December
Cinderella
Bradford Playhouse, 4 – 12 Chapel St,Little Germany,,
Bradford.
Northern Duck Productions and The Bradford Playhouse proudly present the magical tale of Cinderella! Packed with sparkling costumes, hilarious comedy, and plenty of audience participation, this is a panto you won’t want to miss. Various times and prices.
12 December to 14 December.
https://bradfordplayhouse.org.uk/
4 January 2026
MEET FRANCES TEMPEST AT BOLLING HALL
Bolling Hall Museum, Bowling Hall Rd,
Bradford
English Civil War, 1642 – 1649. Bolling Hall was the temporary Royalist Headquarters after winning a great battle against the Parliamentarians under Oliver Cromwell, the Battle of Adwalton Moor in June 1643. Frances, as mistress of the house, would protect herself & her family by always having 2 Flintlock Pistols at the ready, “keeping her powder dry” under her apron. Every Sunday.
Free.
11:00 am to 3:30 pm.
bradfordmuseums.org
11 February 2026
YORKSHIRE GAMES FESTIVAL
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.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk
12 February 2026
TURNER PRIZE
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, Lister Park,,
Bradford
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.
Free.
10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
bradford2025.co.uk