23 June 2023 to 25 June 2023
The Return of the Diesels!
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
Many visitors won’t remember steam traction, so the Diesel Gala brings back memories of these heritage machines that worked right from the end of steam up until recent memory – and in some cases, continue to do so! 23 June 2023 to 25 June 2023. https://kwvr.co.uk/

22 July 2023 to 20 August 2023
VINTAGE TRAINS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
On successive weekends in 2023, Vintage Trains will operate using a selection of our collection of historic older coaches, many of which date back to Victorian times and rarely see public use. These carriages form part of the Railway’s museum collection. Every weekend from 22nd July - 20th Aug. 22 July 2023 to 20 August 2023. kwvr.co.uk

29 July 2023
Yorkshire Day – a reet good laugh a’ orl things Yorkshire
Church Green , Keighley
Yorkshire Day in Keighley is a tongue-in-cheek celebration of living and working in God's own country, highlighting some of our favourite Yorkshire icons and local organisations. There will be plenty for the kids as well.  Most of it will be free, including - Tug-o-war with special prize, Railway Children show, inventor shows, exploding experiments, children’s rides, inflatables, face painting, dancing displays, comedy. Plus, we'll have a bit of fun with our friends and neighbours over the border in Lancashire....                 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

2 September 2023
KEIGHLEY & DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SHOW
KEIGHLEY & DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SHOW, Marley Fields, Aireworth Road, Keighley
Keighley & District Agricultural Show has taken place on the first Sat in Sept since the 1950s and provides an entertaining and fun day out for all the family. With the continued support of Keighley Town Council, we are pleased to be able to again offer subsidized show admission tickets at £5 for any adults, those 15 years old and under, accompanied by one paying adult will be admitted free.         8:00 am to 5:30 pm. keighleysow.co.uk

4 September 2023 to 9 September 2023
Dangerous Corner
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
Dangerous Corner - Drama by J.B. Priestly. £10. 4 September 2023 to 9 September 2023. keighleyplayhouse.co.uk

6 October 2023 to 8 October 2023
Keighley Arts and Film Festival
Old Sunwin House, Hanover Street, Keighley
This year we celebrate Keighley’s past, present and future working with all our partners to deliver a fun and quirky festival experience for everyone to enjoy. The majority of events are free or low cost, so why not try something new or return to an old favourite.           6 October 2023 to 8 October 2023. keighleycreative.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

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

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

14 January 2024
Music at the Museum – Craven Accordion Orchestra
Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley
Join us inside the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from local bands. A season of monthly Sunday afternoon concerts. 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. bradfordmuseums.org

22 January 2024 to 27 January 2024
Waiting for God
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
A comedy by Michael Aitkens. At Bayview retirement village, battle-axe extraordinaire Diana Trent conspires with new resident Tom Ballard to give the conniving manager his comeuppance through hilarious conspiracy - with unexpectedly heart warming results. £10, concs £9. 22 January 2024 to 27 January 2024. keighleyplayhouse.co.uk

11 February 2024
MUSIC AT THE MUSEUM – Skipton Community Orchestra
Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley
Join us inside the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from local bands. A season of monthly Sunday afternoon concerts. 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. bradfordmuseums.org

10 March 2024
Keighley 10k & 5k 2024
Victoria Park, Car Park, Nelson
The Keighley 10k & 5k are both challenging events at the start of the running season. Both the routes for 2024 start and finish in Victoria Park, Keighley. Run or walk the exciting new routes with hundreds of others to raise money for Sue Ryder's expert, compassionate end-of-life care.         9:00 am to 11:30 pm. https://www.sueryder.org/

10 March 2024
MUSIC AT THE MUSEUM – Bradford Accordion Band
Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley
Join us inside the Bracewell Smith Hall and enjoy music from local bands. A season of monthly Sunday afternoon concerts. 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. bradfordmuseums.org

11 March 2024 to 16 March 2024
Yes, Prime Minister
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
Comedy by Anthony Jay & Jonathan Lynn. Directed by Robin Martin. £10, concs £9.   11 March 2024 to 16 March 2024. keighleyplayhouse.co.uk

6 May 2024 to 11 May 2024
Busybody
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
A comedy by Jack Popplewell. This hilarious play centres on a voluble cleaning woman who keeps telling the cops how to mind their business and who steps forward with the right evidence in every pinch. £10. 6 May 2024 to 11 May 2024. http://www.keighleyplayhouse.co.uk/

17 June 2024 to 22 June 2024
Spider’s Web
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
Murder Mystery by Agatha Christie. Clarissa, the wife of a Foreign Office diplomat, is given to daydreaming. ‘Supposing I were to come down one morning and find a dead body in the library, what should I do?’ she muses. Clarissa has her chance to find out when she discovers a body in the drawing-room of her house in Kent. £10. 17 June 2024 to 22 June 2024. http://www.keighleyplayhouse.co.uk/

20 June 2024
Beauty And The Beast – Outdoor Theatre
East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.
Chapterhouse Theatre Company’s rollicking new adaptation of Beauty and the Beast is perfect for all the family! Adult £22, child £13.20. 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

10 July 2024 to 1 December 2024
Within Nature – East And West
Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley
Three artists, two from South Korea and one from England met at Camberwell School of Art in 1990 and became friends. They promised each other that one day they would hold an exhibition together. The years pass and now in 2024, Bradford District Museums and Galleries are hosting their exhibition ‘Within Nature – East and West’. Closed Mon. 10 July 2024 to 1 December 2024. https://bradfordmuseums.org/

4 August 2024
Cliffe Castle Park Bandstand Concert
Cliffe Castle Park, Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley
Come and enjoy traditional music from a large mix of bands in the beautiful and relaxed surroundings of Cliffe Castle. 4th August - Haworth Band.. 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. https://bradforddistrictparks.org/

24 August 2024
Diesel And Ale Day
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
We will be running a diesel locomotive-hauled service throughout the day, featuring either our Class 37 or Class 14, when we will serve you the finest cask ales from our on-train bar, as you travel through the Bronte countryside. All day. https://kwvr.co.uk/

2 September 2024 to 7 September 2024
Sandcastles
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
A comedy by Bob Larbey. £10, concs £9. Tel: 07599 890 769. 2 September 2024 to 7 September 2024. http://www.keighleyplayhouse.co.uk/

6 September 2024
Charity Golf Day
Branshaw Golf Club, Oakworth, Keighley
Airedale Hospital and Community Charity are hosting their first Charity golf day at Branshaw Golf Club in Oakworth. Tickets include 18 hole game with a shotgun start, brunch and carvery supper and prizes on the day. Contact the charity team to book your tickets: anhsft.charity@nhs.net or 01535294870. Tickets are £50 per person or £195 for a team of four. 11:30 am to 7:00 pm.

7 September 2024
The Keighley & District Agricultural Show 2024
King George V Playing Fields, Marley, Keighley
The Keighley & District Agricultural Show has been a staple event on the first Saturday in September since the 1950s, providing an entertaining and fun day out for all the family. The show features livestock, horses, horticulture, handicrafts, children’s amusements, trade stands, and many special attractions. 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. https://www.keighleyshow.co.uk/

4 October 2024 to 6 October 2024
AUTUMN STEAM UP
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
You’ll be able to ride behind the locomotives over the two days, with intensive passenger service running on the railway. Across the traction-packed days, there’ll be a goods train demonstration, special double-headed trains, and even a visiting locomotive, perhaps a type that we wouldn’t usually have for our Spring Steam Gala. 4 October 2024 to 6 October 2024. https://kwvr.co.uk/

17 October 2024 to 20 October 2024
BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024
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.  There will be a wide selection of beers (mostly real ales) from all over the country to choose from. Arguably one of the the North’s best Beer & Music Festivals and one of the KWVR’s biggest events. Live music throughout the weekend.     17 October 2024 to 20 October 2024. https://beerandmusic.co.uk/

22 November 2024
Winter Ceilidh
East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.
Gather your friends, dust off your dancing shoes, and come along to Airedale Barn for an evening of laughter, live music, and unforgettable memories. The bar will be open, serving cold drinks and snacks all evening. £10. 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm. https://www.nationaltrust-tickets.org.uk/

23 November 2024 to 7 December 2024
Christmas Wreath Workshops
East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.
Join expert florists for a festive wreath making work shop, all wreath making materials will be included. 23rd Nov, 24th Nov & 7th Dec. Tel:- 0344 249 1895. £45. 23 November 2024 to 7 December 2024. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/

23 November 2024 to 24 December 2024
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…! 23 November 2024 to 24 December 2024. https://elfexplorer.co.uk/

25 November 2024 to 30 November 2024
Around the World in 80 days
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
Based on the novel by Jules Verne and adapted by Laura Eason, this brand-new, fun and colourful family production tells the story of Around The World In Eighty Days as you’ve never seen it before. £10/£12. 25 November 2024 to 30 November 2024. http://www.keighleyplayhouse.co.uk/

28 November 2024 to 20 December 2024
A Christmas Carol
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
Experience the magic of A Christmas Carol, the beloved Christmas tale, brought to life on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway. In this thrilling new interpretation, you will join Scrooge, Marley & Co. on their journey of self-reflection and discovery of the true meaning of Christmas in the beautiful surroundings of the Yorkshire moors. Various times.   28 November 2024 to 20 December 2024. https://kwvr.co.uk/

11 December 2024 to 21 February 2025
HENRY BARD
East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.
Performances of English songs and broadside ballads from the 16th and 17th centuries, paired with stories of old England. 11 December 2024 to 21 February 2025. nationaltrust.org.uk

13 December 2024 to 15 December 2024
A Christmas Carol – The Duke’s Theatre Company
East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.
Get into the Christmas spirit with The Duke’s Theatre Company's first indoor season; a nail-biting retelling of perhaps the most famous ghost story of all time, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. An industry leading company of five professional actors transport us to Victorian London in a new adaptation featuring original music, theatrical magic and beautiful lighting. 7pm, Sat & Sun mat 2pm. Adult £22, child £17. 13 December 2024 to 15 December 2024. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/

27 January to 1 February
Mindgame
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
The story unfolds as Mark Styler, a renowned author of ‘true crime’ sensationalist novels, attempts to secure an interview with Easterman, a famed serial killer. £10/£12. 27 January to 1 February. http://www.keighleyplayhouse.co.uk/

17 March to 22 March
Run for your Wife
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
Comedy by Ray Cooney. A London taxi driver named John Smith secretly has two wives living in different parts of the city, maintaining a carefully planned schedule to juggle both lives. £12. 17 March to 22 March. http://www.keighleyplayhouse.co.uk/

20 March to 23 March
THE STEAM GALA EXTRAVAGANZA
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
Over the four days, you’ll be able to ride behind the guest locomotives and home fleet, with intensive passenger service running on the railway. During the traction-packed weekend, there’ll be a goods train demonstration and special double-headed trains. Various prices. 20 March to 23 March. kwvr.co.uk

5 April
Haworth Haddock
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
The Haworth Haddock returns for 2025, serving the best local Fish & Chips while travelling through the Worth Valley behind a steam locomotive. For full details about this special train, and what is included in the price of your ticket, please visit the Haworth Haddock page on our main website. Adult £31, child £20. 7:15 pm to 11:00 pm. kwvr.co.uk

5 May to 10 May
The Thrill of Love
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
True drama by Amanda Whittingham. Ruth Ellis was the last woman to be hanged in Great Britain in 1955 after being convicted of shooting her lover David Blakely in cold blood. £12. 5 May to 10 May. http://www.keighleyplayhouse.co.uk/

14 May
Conservation In Action
East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.
Come along and watch the Collections Team clean and care for the historic items in the Hall, find out more about the techniques they use and how they help. Free with entryto the hall.   10:30 am to 12:00 pm. nationaltrust.org.uk

19 June to 22 June
THE DIESEL GALA
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
Save The Date for when the Diesel’s take over for four traction-packed days in the Worth Valley! Various times & prices. 19 June to 22 June. https://kwvr.co.uk/

23 June
The Girl on the Train
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears. When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated. £12. 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. http://www.keighleyplayhouse.co.uk/

16 July to 7 September
The Railway Children
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Haworth
The show begins when you board a steam train at Keighley and then travel the full length of this historic railway. When you reach the end of the line at Oxenhope, you’ll find a purpose-built auditorium within the station’s Engine Shed - and a new version of the production, which tells the story of three children forced to move from London to Yorkshire after their father is falsely imprisoned. 1pm & 6.3opm. From £15. 16 July to 7 September. https://kwvr.co.uk/

4 August
MOORS FOR THE FUTURE: BOGTASTIC VAN
East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.
Join the team from Moors for the Future Partnership as they bring the Bogtastic van to East Riddlesden Hall. Experience this ‘bog in a van’, with its interactive displays, gully blocking model and bouncy bog floor! Free. 10:30 am to 3:00 pm. nationaltrust.org.uk

17 August
OUTDOOR THEATRE: WRONGSEMBLE PRESENT BREADCRUMBS
East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.
This brand new family show packed full of music, magic and puppetry from Wrongsemble and Gala Durham celebrates how even the simplest story can become the wildest festive fairy tale in the hands of the right storyteller! Free. 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. nationaltrust.org.uk

23 August
SUMMER OF PLAY: FREE ENTRY DAY
East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road,, Riddlesden, Keighley.
Hear about the exciting summer programme and join in with special free entry day events, including: dance lessons with Bingley Dance Studio, outdoor fun with Get Out More, a henna stand, with Kashmala, inflatable courses and bouncy castles, with play in the park funded by Keighley Town Council. Free. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. nationaltrust.org.uk

28 August
MUSEUMS FOR PLAY & GROWTH
Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley
The session includes some of the “50 Things to Do Before You’re Five” activities and a creative play zone to spark imagination, offering you and your child up to two hours of quality time spent in the museum. Just drop in. Free. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. bradfordmuseums.org

1 September to 6 September
MY MOTHER SAID I NEVER SHOULD
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
A drama by Charlotte Keatley. 1 September to 6 September. keighleyplayhouse.co.uk

6 September
Keighley & District Agricultural Show
KEIGHLEY & DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SHOW, Marley Fields, Aireworth Road, Keighley
Get ready for a fun-filled day at the Keighley & District Agricultural Show! There are traditional Cattle and Sheep classes, over 100 classes will be available in the Horticulture section for novices and experienced gardeners alike. A wide range of Equestrian, Driving and Donkey classes will also be running throughout the day, from Heavy Horses to Shetlands and everything in between. Also it’s non-stop, thrill-a-minute with this year’s Special Attraction, Dangerous Steve’s Quad Bike and Motorbikes. 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. keighleyshow.co.uk

20 October to 25 October
DRACULA
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
A comedy by John Nicolson. 20 October to 25 October. keighleyplayhouse.co.uk

27 November
MUSEUMS FOR PLAY & GROWTH
Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley
The session includes some of the “50 Things to Do Before You’re Five” activities and a creative play zone to spark imagination, offering you and your child up to two hours of quality time spent in the museum. Just drop in. Free. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. bradfordmuseums.org