From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthWoven Through Time: Bradford’s Textile Industry – Past and Present
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, BradfordFrom Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthWoven Through Time: Bradford’s Textile Industry – Past and Present
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, BradfordFrom Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthWoven Through Time: Bradford’s Textile Industry – Past and Present
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, BradfordFrom Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthWoven Through Time: Bradford’s Textile Industry – Past and Present
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, BradfordFrom Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthWoven Through Time: Bradford’s Textile Industry – Past and Present
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, Bradford10CCLO: The Greatest hits of 10CC and Electric Light Orchestra
Bingley Arts Centre Main Street, BingleyFrom Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthTwentieth Century Diva: Julie Andrews at 90
The National Science and Media Museum Pictureville, BradfordWoven Through Time: Bradford’s Textile Industry – Past and Present
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, BradfordKatharine Holmes and Three Generations of Painting and Living in a Malham Cottage
The Folly, Victoria Street, Settle BD24 9EY The Folly, Victoria Street, SettleFrom Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthTwentieth Century Diva: Julie Andrews at 90
The National Science and Media Museum Pictureville, BradfordWoven Through Time: Bradford’s Textile Industry – Past and Present
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, BradfordKatharine Holmes and Three Generations of Painting and Living in a Malham Cottage
The Folly, Victoria Street, Settle BD24 9EY The Folly, Victoria Street, SettleSongs From The Rat Pack – The Northern Swing Orchestra
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnWeek of Events
UK City of Culture 2025
UK City of Culture 2025
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.
ENGINEERY EXHIBITION
ENGINEERY EXHIBITION
On the 300th anniversary of John Smeaton, dubbed the Father of Civil Engineering, our new exhibition celebrates civil engineering in its many forms! Uncover unique objects that were central to Smeaton’s journey and an accompanying exhibition by our Young Smeatonians group which poses challenging questions about the subject. The exhibition is on until 28th Sept 2025.
From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
The Brontës’ enduring popularity is largely explained by the power and originality of the stories they created, but the story of the Brontës’ own lives is as compelling as their fictions. The family’s home at Haworth Parsonage, and the moorland surrounding it, were a profound influence on the Brontës, and became part of the irresistible draw of Haworth for visitors from all over the world.
THE BLACKPOOL TOWER CIRCUS
THE BLACKPOOL TOWER CIRCUS
Experience stunts, comedy, and legendary clowns Mooky and Mr Boo at this historic circus.
Axe-Throwing
Axe-Throwing
Axes to Ashes is coming to The Fun House, Colne. Inject some spontaneity, some excitement, some togetherness! Reconnect with your partner, your children, your friends. Do something that makes you feel alive. Release that inner Viking Lose your pent-up frustration It's therapy. It's fun. It's addictive. Axes to Ashes isn't an ordinary axe throwing venue with very limited equipment; it has Tomahawks, Angel Axes, Throwing Knives and its very own Axes to Ashes Dragon Axe®. Plus there is an Axelings™ Range which is suitable for children and those with physical impairments which may limit their ability to throw regular projectiles. Various times and prices.
Life Goes On – Exhibition
Life Goes On – Exhibition
An exhibition featuring Ian Beesley, a celebrated Bradford-born photographer. Known for his powerful images of Northern England, Beesley will showcase a collection of previously unseen works from his extensive archive. Wed - Sun 10am - 5pm. Free.
An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s
An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s
An exhibition bringing the household of Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s to life, through the original account books of the Shuttleworth Family. Various opening times.
Trial By Jury
Trial By Jury
Experience the drama and intrigue of a Victorian-era courtroom like never before! Join us for an immersive reenactment where you become part of the story. First Saturday of each month. £15/£20.
Saltaire Farmers Market
Saltaire Farmers Market
The Saltaire Farmers Market takes place on the second Sunday of every month It offers a wide variety of products from local and independent traders, including hot food and drinks, baked goods, cheese, cakes, pies, , brownies, chocolates, charcuterie, fish, fruits, vegetables, jewellery, candles, clothes, gifts, and treats.
Monthly Classic Car Rally at Heskin Hall
Monthly Classic Car Rally at Heskin Hall
Monthly classic vehicle (all types welcome) rally on a Sunday. Prize for winner. £3.00 to enter. Free for those visiting to look around.Cafe at the Manor & bar are open! See website for dates.
Bradford on Foot
Bradford on Foot
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.
Woven Through Time: Bradford’s Textile Industry – Past and Present
Woven Through Time: Bradford’s Textile Industry – Past and Present
Born and raised in Bradford, Ian Beesley is an award winning and internationally acclaimed artist and photographer. During the 1970s and 80s, Ian was given the opportunity to photograph inside the working mills of Bradford. For this exhibition, Ian has revisited Bradford’s textile industry once again, capturing how it has changed in the decades since. Closed Mon. Exhibition ends 16th Nov.
A Good Yarn
A Good Yarn
A Good Yarn is quite the sight – a gigantic yarn ball, three metres high and wide. It was created by 2,500 residents of BD10, who plaited vast quantities of found and donated fabric into a kilometre-long rope and then wound it into a ball. After following its rolls through the streets of BD10 the yarn ball which was the brainchild of Luke Jerram, is now on display at Bradford Industrial Museum.
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as the West End smash-hit production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe comes to Bradford. Step through the wardrobe into the magic kingdom of Narnia where a world of wonder awaits. 7pm. Wed mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £18.75 - £58.75.
Opera North’s The Secret Of The Black Spider
Opera North’s The Secret Of The Black Spider
Join the Opera North Youth Chorus and Youth Orchestra for a performance which will delight the whole family. Friday 7pm, Saturday 2pm. £10 - £16.
Festival of History
Festival of History
Festival of History is our annual celebration of all things in our country’s history. A multi period event featuring living history displays and exhibitions. These are from various eras presented by some friendly and knowledgeable re-enactors. There will be stalls, live entertainment, cafe & bar.
Twentieth Century Diva: Julie Andrews at 90
Twentieth Century Diva: Julie Andrews at 90
During the week of her 90th birthday, Widescreen Weekend at National Science & Media Museum, Bradford presents Twentieth Century Diva: Julie Andrews at 90, a celebratory programme honouring her cinematic legacy. Various times.
Katharine Holmes and Three Generations of Painting and Living in a Malham Cottage
Katharine Holmes and Three Generations of Painting and Living in a Malham Cottage
This exhibition explores Katharine Holmes’s stunning modern paintings alongside the work of her mother and grandmother, Phillipa Holmes and Constance Pearson. Selected works by Katharine Holmes will be for sale. Runs until Sat, 3 January 2026
WISHBONE ASH
WISHBONE ASH
Wishbone Ash return to the UK with a show featuring much-loved classics from their multi-million selling albums such as The King Will Come, Throw Down The Sword & Blowin' Free.
Otherhood at The Beacon
Otherhood at The Beacon
Join Old Bird Theatre for an immersive theatre experience and soundscape mixed with real life stories. Otherhood switches between the here and now and an audio storytelling realm where we travel in time to an imagined fantastical Bradford.
HUSH HUSH – A Bletchley Story
HUSH HUSH – A Bletchley Story
Mikron invites you to enter a world of secrets, songs and cyphers as we get to know the heroes of Hut 3. In a non-descript mansion house, in a non-descript town, a group of extra-ordinary men and women worked to provide intelligence that would help to win the war. But shhhhhh, you’d better keep it under your hat, because as far as the rest of the world is concerned, Bletchley Park doesn’t exist. £16/£14.
More than a Mum
More than a Mum
Join Susie for a hilarious one-woman comedy show that dives into what it is to be a mother. Have any of us worked it out? Who has the answer?
BOB MARLEY: HOW REGGAE CHANGED THE WORLD
BOB MARLEY: HOW REGGAE CHANGED THE WORLD
Join Duane Forrest on an acoustic journey through the roots of reggae to the global influence of Bob Marley.
10CCLO: The Greatest hits of 10CC and Electric Light Orchestra
10CCLO: The Greatest hits of 10CC and Electric Light Orchestra
Dreadlock Holiday, Mr Blue Sky, I’m Mandy Fly me, Livin’ Thing, Evil Woman, The Things We Do for Love, Wild West Hero, Life is a Minestrone, Art for Art’s Sake, Turn To Stone, I’m not in Love, Roll Over Beethoven, Rubber Bullets… Just a few among the many massive hits that make up the timeless repertoire of 10CC and The Electric Light Orchestra.
COLNE 70S FESTIVAL
COLNE 70S FESTIVAL
For the first time, Colne BID present a 70s Festival for all those who love the decade.
Jive Talkin’ perform The Bee Gees Live in Concert
Jive Talkin’ perform The Bee Gees Live in Concert
Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and the only Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees!
GRATEFUL DUDES
GRATEFUL DUDES
Playing the music of The Grateful Dead, the Dudes explore the songs and improvisations from their vast repertoire, emulating the sound, style, freedom and adventure of their live shows.
THE MEL OUTSIDER REFORMATION
THE MEL OUTSIDER REFORMATION
Mel Outsider is a prominent figure in the UK music scene, particularly in Lancashire, where he has been active for over five decades. He is recognised as a flamboyant frontman and songwriter, having collaborated with various notable artists and produced numerous albums. His work reflects a positive and upbeat attitude, often infused with a touch of magic.
The Vintage Home Show
The Vintage Home Show
A fantastic selection of Vintage interior styling from 40 specialist dealers at our Leeds venue, Pudsey Civic Hall. Shop Furniture, Ceramics, Art, Homewares and Records.You’ll find unique and fabulous items from the 1930’s-1990’s. Prices from £1 to £1000’s.
Songs From The Rat Pack – The Northern Swing Orchestra
Songs From The Rat Pack – The Northern Swing Orchestra
It’s all systems go for Yorkshire’s premier Big Band, The Sixteen Piece Northern Swing Orchestra, as they gear up for an electrifying performance.
KIM CARNIE
KIM CARNIE
Award-winning singer and composer, Kim Carnie, has featured not only on some of the UK’s biggest stages, but across the world via film and computer game soundtracks, including Netflix’s Outlaw King, Black Mirror and The Bard’s Tale.
TOM HICKOX
TOM HICKOX
Tom Hickox is a singer, songwriter and composer specialising in the art of storytelling through music.