28 November 2025 to 11 January 2026
Aladdin: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
This isn’t your average Christmas pantomime – this is a Rock ‘n’ Roll Pantomime! Imagine the perfect blend of laugh-out-loud audience participation, hilariously cheesy jokes, and a high-energy jukebox bursting with iconic rock anthems and chart-smashing hits. And the best part? Every note is performed live on stage by a showstopping cast of multi-talented actor-musicians. It’s a festive extravaganza like no other!  Various times. £20.50 - £40. 28 November 2025 to 11 January 2026. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

17 January to 25 April
RORY’S SATURDAY CLUB
Leeds City Museum, Millennium Square, Leeds
Come down to Leeds City Museum for our Rory’s Saturday Club craft sessions for families with children of all ages. Drop-in, no need to book. Until 25th April. Give what you can. 17 January to 25 April. museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk

19 January
HOME EDUCATION: AMAZING ANIMALS WORKSHOP
Leeds Discovery Centre, Carlisle Rd, Leeds
Get up close to animals from around the world. In this workshop, you'll learn about adaptations, habitats and evolution by investigating a variety of birds, insects and exotic animal skeletons. Then you'll take a look at the purpose-built collection store, which houses over 800,000 natural science specimens. £5. 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk

10 February to 12 February
SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE HUNT FOR MORIARTY
Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds
A thrilling adventure based on the work of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes: The Hunt for Moriarty is a world premiere combining powerful performances, a haunting soundscape and innovative design for an exhilarating theatrical experience. 10 February to 12 February. leedsplayhouse.org.uk

13 March to 15 March
Photo North Festival
Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, Leeds
Photo North Festival returns to Leeds from Friday 13th to Sunday 15th March 2026, taking over the Carriageworks Theatre for its seventh edition. This acclaimed photography festival brings together world-renowned artists, emerging talent and passionate enthusiasts for a weekend of exhibitions, talks, screenings and creative connection. With access to all exhibitions and events included in the ticket price, it offers an inspiring cultural experience in one of the UK’s most vibrant cities. £28. 13 March to 15 March. https://www.photonorthfestival.co.uk