1 August 2024
YORKSHIRE DAY CELEBRATION
Skipton High Street ,
Skipton
Join us on Thurs Aug 1st, Yorkshire Day, to celebrate the magnificence of God’s Own County! There will be plenty of fun activities taking place on the High Street to mark the day.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
welcometoskipton.com
2 August 2024 to 3 August 2024
Horrible Histories: Rotten Royals
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So Horrible Histories is back in with revolting rulers and mad monarchs from Britain’s barmy past! Various times. Adult £16, child £14, family £48.
2 August 2024 to 3 August 2024.
https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/
7 August 2024
The Ultimate Bubble Show
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Join Ray Bubbles, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, and help him in his quest to complete the bubble game and make the ultimate bubble. 11am & 2pm.
£7.50.
All day.
https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/
9 August 2024
Alice in Wonderland
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Step into the enchanting world of Alice in Wonderland as Same Difference Arts presents a lively theatre performance Join us as we follow Alice on her whimsical journey down the rabbit hole, where she encounters a host of unforgettable characters.
£7.50.
11:00 am.
https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/
17 August 2024 to 18 August 2024
ART IN THE PEN
Skipton Auction Mart, Gargrave Road,
Skipton
Art in the Pen is a highly regarded art and craft fair that runs each year at Skipton Auction Mart. You will be able to experience an abundance of creativity and craftsmanship at every turn.
£6.
17 August 2024 to 18 August 2024.
artinthepen.org.uk
26 September 2024
Common Ground – Mikron Theatre Company
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Join Mikron Theatre Company on a ‘hill-arious’ ramble through the history of land access in England. £16/£14.
7:30 pm.
https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/
12 October 2024
30th Anniversary of The Craven Accordion Orchestra
Gargrave, Gargrave Village Hall,
Skipton
The Craven Accordion Orchestra is celebrating its 30th Anniversary with a day of Celebrations on Saturday 12th October 2024 at Gargrave Village Hall. The day will culminate with a Grand Concert at 7-30pm. Tickets £10 and £8 are available via Harry Hinchcliffe 07401 768356.
£10.
All day.
19 October 2024 to 3 November 2024
Pumpkin Trail
Bolton Abbey Estate ,
Skipton
The Pumpkin Trail is back! Come along and navigate your way through Strid Wood following the giant pumpkins! Keep your eyes peeled for clues hidden in the mystery boxes along the way. These will help to unveil clues to solve the puzzle! The Pumpkin Trail is included in the Estate car park fee.
19 October 2024 to 3 November 2024.
https://boltonabbey.com/
3 November 2024
Skipton Artisan Market
Canal Basin, Bridge Street,
Skipton
The Market is home to talented stallholders offering an amazing selection of predominantly handmade and hand produced food, drink, arts and crafts. Skipton Artisan Market takes place on the 1st Sunday of the month on the Canal Basin.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://www.rshartisanmarket.co.uk/
16 November 2024 to 17 November 2024
Crafts in the Pen
Skipton Auction Mart, Gargrave Road,
Skipton
Visit 230 stalls of handmade goodies and gifts and get a head start on your Christmas Shopping while supporting small businesses and makers Santa and his grotto will also be returning and this is FREE for all children (please make sure you pre-book)
£6.
16 November 2024 to 17 November 2024.
https://www.craftsinthepen.org.uk/
23 November 2024
The Skipton Choir – A Concert for Martin House Children’s Hospice
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
We are thrilled to be celebrating 5 years since our formation with a concert in support of Martin House at the gorgeous Town Hall. Adult £15, child £12.50.
7:30 pm.
https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/
24 November 2024
Christmas Lights Switch On
High Street, Skipton, Skipton
The annual Christmas event kick starting the day with the Santa Fun Run on the High Street from 10am- 12pm. Live entertainment, music and food & drink. There will also be a market throught the day with Christmas themed stalls where you can purchase all your Christmas presents.The Lights will be switched on at 5pm.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
https://www.welcometoskipton.com/
26 November 2024
Solem Quartet & Shiry Rashkovsky
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
The Solem Quartet has established itself as one of the most innovative and adventurous quartets of its generation. For this concert the group is joined by violist Shiry Rashkovsky to perform two quintets by Felix Mendelssohn and leading British contemporary composer, Errollyn Wallen. £25, under 30 £10, under 19 £2.
7:30 pm.
https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/
28 November 2024
Hancock’s Half Hour – The Lost TV Episodes
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
From the award-winning theatre company Hambledon Productions (‘Just Like That! The Tommy Cooper Show’, ‘Steptoe and Son’) comes the Godfather of all sitcoms, live on stage! In 1954, comedian Tony Hancock burst onto the BBC with a comedy show unlike anything the British public had experienced before.
£17.50.
7:30 pm.
https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/
30 November 2024
Brighouse & Rastrick Brass Band Christmas Concert
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
The multi award-winning British Open Champions will play a mix of traditional Christmas pieces, medleys and carols to get you into the Christmas spirit this December. Tel: 01756706397.
7:30 pm.
https://www.welcometoskipton.com/
3 December 2024
CHRISTMAS TEA DANCE
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Enjoy a Christmas edition of the popular Town Hall Tea Dance, with entertainment by Blackpool Tower resident organist, John Bowdler.
1:30 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
3 December 2024
CHRISTMAS TEA DANCE
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Enjoy dancing to the music of Blackpool Tower resident organist John Bowdler at the Christmas Tea Dance. £10.
£10.
1:30 pm to 3:00 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
6 December 2024
Skipton Camerata: Handel’s Messiah
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
The Clothworkers Consort of Leeds - Ben Crick directs the nation’s favourite choral masterpiece in Skipton Town Hall. £25, under 25s £5.
£8.
7:00 pm to 9:45 pm.
https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/
6 December 2024
SKIPTON CAMERATA: HANDEL’S MESSIAH
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
The nation’s favourite choral masterpiece performed by The Clothworkers Consort of Leeds. £25, under 25s £5.
£25.
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
21 December 2024
A Reet Yorkshire Brass Do: Fun Family Festive Favourites
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Join us for a family concert of Christmas classics, carols to sing accompanied by the lively Huddersfield University Brass Band.
1:30 pm.
22 March
Pinsuti Chamber Choir
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Pinsuti Chamber Choir is delighted to return to Skipton Town Hall with an evening of inspiring music to feed the soul, and to celebrate the beauty of nature. Under 18s free.
£15.
7:30 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
25 March
Skipton Music Presents: Kosmos Ensemble
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
For this concert the group have crafted a unique programme inspired by music from all around the globe. £25, under 30yr £10, under 19yr £2.
7:30 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
28 March
The Name of the Dame
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Written by author & actor Adam Perrott and comic & improviser, Kate McCabe, this hour-long, gut-busting play is now touring the UK after an enthusiastically received run at The Edinburgh Fringe 2023.
£12.
7:30 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
4 April
Harry Baker: Wonderful
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
After a sellout Edinburgh Fringe Run and subsequent 40-date UK Tour, World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker is back with a brand new show celebrating the wonder that is being alive. £15, concs £12.
7:30 pm.
https://skiptontownhall.co.uk/
29 April
Skipton Town Hall Spring Tea Dance
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Bring your dancing shoes to the Spring edition of the ever popular Town Hall Tea Dance! You will be entertained by Blackpool Tower resident organist, John Bowdler.
£10.
1:30 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
15 May
Kate McDonnell – UK Tour 2025
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Singer, guitarist, songwriter and recording artist from Albany, NY, USA, Kate McDonnell has captivated audiences around the globe for decades with her award-winning songwriting skills, unique and jaw-dropping “upside down and backwards” guitar style, her infectious personality and stunning voice. £12.50, under 18s £8.
7:30 pm.
https://skiptontownhall.co.uk
22 May to 24 May
SKIPTON BEER FESTIVAL
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
An event not to be missed! Keighley & Craven CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) is delighted to present the 17th Skipton Beer Festival. There will be approx. 68 real ales on traditional gravity service, plus real ale on KeyKeg, and a range of cider and perry. Wine and soft drinks will be available for non-beer drinkers. Excellent pies will be available, supplied by local butchers, Stanforth. £4 payable on the door. CAMRA Members £1 on production of a valid membership card.
£4.
22 May to 24 May.
www.skiptonbeerfestival.camra.org.uk
30 May
Danny Lee Grew: 24K Magic
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Join top magician Danny Lee Grew in his brand new mind boggling one man show 24K Magic – no rabbits, no top hats and most importantly, no ‘magic tricks’… just miracles. Expect a spellbinding evening of jaw dropping magic, illusion, laughs, gasps, and stunning sleight of hand sorcery – all performed live, in the flesh and under the most impossible conditions. £10 - £15.
7:30 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
5 June
Black Dyke Band
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Black Dyke Band is the most recorded band in the world with over 350 recordings and growing every year, in October 2020 the band’s recording of music by John Rutter become the first by a brass band to reach No.1 in the classical music chart.
£21.
7:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
21 June
The Tale of the Loneliest Whale
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Join Hoglets Theatre on a magical journey of singing whales who are finding out that being different can be difficult, but it can also be beautiful. The Tale of the Loneliest Whale features beautiful handmade puppets, original songs and music and immersive, sensory experiences. 11am & 1.30pm.
£7.
All day.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
4 July
Skipton Comedy Live
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter at Skipton Comedy Live! The Hub bar will be open from 7pm with regular drinks intervals throughout the show.
£11.
8:00 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
19 July
BUCKINGHAM’S RETINUE
Skipton Castle ,
Skipton
Lord and Lady Clifford are hosting a weekend of events that will showcase the life and times of late medieval life. Members of the castle household will take part in friendly competition throughout the weekend, with archery contests and combat displays - make sure to cheer for your chosen champion!
Free.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
skiptoncastle.co.uk
23 July
FESTIVAL OF FUN
Thornton Hall Country Park, Thornton in Craven,
Barnoldswick
Set sail on a swashbuckling quest with the legendary Pirates of Swashbuckle Bay, then step into a land where fairytales come to life and princesses await!
£10.95.
10:00 am to 4:30 pm.
thorntonhallfarm.co.uk
24 July
FANTASTIC MR. FOX (2009) WITH CRAFT ACTIVITY
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
As part of our Wes Anderson double-header, join us for a wild, witty adventure with Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009), Anderson’s stop-motion masterpiece based on the beloved Roald Dahl book.
£4.50.
9:45 am to 12:00 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
25 July
DIG & DISCOVER: FESTIVAL OF ARCHAEOLOGY
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
The theme of this year’s festival is Archaeology and wellbeing so come along and join us in our Castle Critters room for a range of archaeology-based family activities.
Free.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
27 July to 29 July
Horrible Histories: Gorgeous Georgians and Vile Victorians
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
We all want to meet people from history! The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare for Horrible Histories live on stage with the acclaimed production of Gorgeous Georgians and Vile Victorians! Various times and prices.
27 July to 29 July.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
1 August
YORKSHIRE DAY CELEBRATION – SKIPTON
Skipton Town Centre
Celebrate the magnificence of God’s Own County!
Free.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
welcometoskipton.com
3 August
1635 HOUSEHOLD
Skipton Castle ,
Skipton
Journey back to the 17th Century and see a glimpse of Skipton Castle's household life.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
skiptoncastle.co.uk
14 August
PADDINGTON IN PERU (2024) WITH CRAFT ACTIVITY
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Paddington in Peru marks the return of the beloved marmalade-loving bear in his third cinematic adventure.
£4.50.
9:30 am to 11:00 am.
skiptontownhall.co.uk.
15 August
Colin Manford: Off The Record
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
The debut performance of Colin Manford‘s brand new show Off The Record! Whether you’re a die-hard music fan or someone who just nods along at parties, Off the Record will make you laugh, cringe, and question everything you thought you knew about music.
£12.50.
8:00 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
16 August
FLORES DE CHEVALERIE
Skipton Castle ,
Skipton
Flores De Chevalerie brings the 13th Century medieval tournament to life, featuring genuine competitive combat combined with historical authenticity.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
skiptoncastle.co.uk
23 August
THE YORKSHIRE HIGHWAYMAN
Skipton Castle ,
Skipton
Come and meet John Nevison, one of Britain's most notorious highwaymen, a gentleman rogue supposedly nicknamed Swift Nick by King Charles II after a renowned 200-mile dash from Kent to York to establish an alibi for a robbery he had committed earlier that day.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
skiptoncastle.co.uk
27 August
The Amazing Bubble Science Show
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
The Amazing Bubble Science Show is an engaging and interactive performance that explores the fascinating world of bubbles through fun experiments, scientific explanations, and creative demonstrations. 11am & 2pm.
£8.
All day.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
9 September
Autumn Tea Dance
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Bring your dancing shoes to the Autumn edition of the ever popular Town Hall Tea Dance! You will be entertained by Blackpool Tower resident organist, John Bowdler.
£10.
1:30 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
24 October
KING HAROLD’S MOTHER
Skipton Little Theatre, Clifford Street,,
Skipton
A one woman performance bringing the life and thoughts of Danish Gytha to a modern audience. The performance will be followed by a question and answer session with Heather Leech who will be performing the part of Gytha.
£13.17.
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm.
skiptonlittletheatre.org.uk
25 October to 2 November
SKIPTON MONSTER TRIAL
High Street, Skipton, Skipton
Ten monsters are hiding around town. Are you brave enough to find them? Find the monsters hidden in shop windows around the town centre and write down the letters they are hiding. Find the hidden word to be entered into a prize draw.
Free.
25 October to 2 November.
welcometoskipton.com
26 October to 1 November
SHREK THE MUSICAL
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Join Skipton Musical Theatre Company as they bring the smash-hit Shrek The Musical to life this autumn in a spectacular production filled with laughter, heart, and a whole lot of ogre-sized fun! Various times.
£22.
26 October to 1 November.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
4 November
SKIPTON MUSIC PRESENTS: JUNYAN CHEN
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Junyan Chen, second prize winner at the 2024 Leeds International Piano Competition, is a rising star known for her versatility and passion for contemporary music.
£25.
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk
7 November
BONFIRE WEEKEND THORNTON HALL
Thornton Hall Country Park, Thornton in Craven,
Barnoldswick
This sell-out spectacular returns – bigger, brighter, and louder than ever before! Get ready for a blazing bonfire, jaw-dropping fireworks, and a night packed full of crackling excitement, tasty treats, and sparkling family fun.
£19.95.
5:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
thorntonhallfarm.co.uk
14 November
SUZY HOMEMAKER
Skipton Town Hall, High Street,
Skipton
Suzy Homemaker was a line of miniature functional toy household appliances produced by Topper Toys, and launched in 1966, teaching girls how to be the perfect housewife. In this performance we see women throughout history trapped in a role they did not ask for, and had no choice in.
£13.
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
skiptontownhall.co.uk