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/

9 January 2026
LITTLE SCIENTISTS
Abbey House Museum, Abbey Walk, Kirkstall, Leeds
Discover Abbey House Museum's three Victorian streets in a new way using the magic of science! Explore Abbey Fold, Harewood Square and Stephen Harding Gate and learn some simple science on the way. This discovery session is perfect for under-5s. £7.15. 10:00 am to 11:15 am. museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk

17 January 2026 to 25 April 2026
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 2026 to 25 April 2026. museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk

19 January 2026
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 2026 to 12 February 2026
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 2026 to 12 February 2026. leedsplayhouse.org.uk