White Rose Shopping Centre’s magical Christmas ice rink is returning due to popular demand this festive season in partnership with JD, open from 21st... more >

Dewsbury Rd, Leeds White Rose Shopping Centre LS11 8LU

Today to Sun 5 Jan 2025

Sweet Charity

Performed by Halifax Light Opera Society. Sweet Charity explores the turbulent love life of Charity Hope Valentine, a hopelessly romantic but..... more >

Halifax Playhouse, King Cross Street, Halifax HX1 2SH

Today and Sat 23 Nov

Discover Clubs and Organisations in West Yorkshire

The Sensational 60's Experience at the Victoria Theatre Halifax

With a brand-new production for 2024. Join us for the musical phenomenon with this festival of nostalgia... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Today

Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat. Daliso Chaponda & Sam Avery

Coming to Hilarity Bites at Cluntergate Centre in Horbury on November 22nd 2024: Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat... more >

The Cluntergate Centre, Cluntergate, Horbury, Wakefield WF4 5DA

Today

Newly-expanded White Rose play area opens with added family fun

White Rose Shopping Centre has opened its expanded outdoor play area in The Village this month, with new features and even more space for families to... more >

Dewsbury Rd, Leeds White Rose Shopping Centre LS11 8LU

Today to Sun 1 Dec

Farsley Farmers Market

Monthly Community Event held each 4th Saturday with local Producers outside and Crafters inside plus the Market Kitchen and regular attractions... more >

Hall and Grounds of St Hohn’s Church, Farsley. Leeds LS28 5DJ

Sat 23 Nov, Sat 21 Dec

Walton Group of Artists - Annual Art Exhibition

Annual art exhibition by Walton Group of Artists. Original art, prints, cards, fused glass, ceramics and much more... more >

Walton Village Hall School Lane, Wetherby LS23 7DW

Sat 23 Nov and Sun 24 Nov

St John’s Parish Advent Fair.

Come along and enjoy this popular annual event. There will be a variety of National foods to try as well as a cafe... more >

St John the Baptist Catholic Church Hall, Newland Lane, Normanton WF6 1BA

Sun 24 Nov

Arrival: The Hits of ABBA at the Victoria Theatre Halifax

Calling all 'Dancing Queens' and Super Troopers' Arrival: The Hits of ABBA is back and coming to the Victoria Theatre... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Sun 24 Nov

FREE taster session with the Bradford Rock Choir

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! Your friendly local Bradford choir is run by singer/pianist Narelle Hill... more >

The Mayfield Centre, Broadway Avenue, Marshfield, Bradford BD5 9NP

Mon 25 Nov

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FREE taster session with the Wakefield Rock Choir

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Wakefield?' then why not join your local Rock Choir... more >

St Austins Community Centre, Wentworth Terrace, Wakefield WF1 3QN

Mon 25 Nov, Mon 13 Jan 2025

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Feast Your Way Through the Festive Season at Trinity Kitchen

Trinity Kitchen will welcome a fantastic festive line-up of street food vendors – from schnitzels and slow-cooked brisket to vegan fish and chips,... more >

Trinity Leeds, 27 Albion St, Leeds LS1 5AT

Mon 25 Nov, Sun 19 Jan 2025

FREE taster session with the Halifax Rock Choir

Do you want to find a choir near you? The Halifax Rock Choir is led by West Yorkshire based musician and teacher Narelle Hill... more >

St Paul’s Methodist Church, Tower Hill, Sowerby Bridge, Halifax HX6 2EQ

Tue 26 Nov, Tue 14 Jan 2025, Tue 21 Jan 2025

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The Stylistics with Support at the Victoria Theatre

THE STYLISTICS 2024 Greatest Hits Tour direct from the USA The Stylistics are known instantly for their many recognisable hits such as the Grammy... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Tue 26 Nov

Join our choir in Leeds/Horsforth for a FREE taster session

Are you looking to find a choir? Your local Horsforth choir is run by singer/pianist Ainjiel-Shaolee Clark... more >

Horsforth School, Lee Lane East, Horsforth, Leeds LS18 5RF

Tue 26 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Wetherby for a FREE taster session

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The Wetherby Rock Choir is led by local musician Florence Glen... more >

Wetherby Town Hall, Market Place, Wetherby LS22 6NE

Wed 27 Nov

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Ilkley Rock Choir

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Ilkley?' then why not join your local Rock Choir... more >

St Margaret’s Parish Hall, Queens Road, Ilkley LS29 9QL

Wed 27 Nov

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Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There... at the Victoria Theatre Halifax

One of the country’s best-loved and most popular comedians Paddy McGuinness has announced a major UK tour, his first since 2016!... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Thu 28 Nov

Join our choir in Leeds/Roundhay for a FREE taster session

If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... more >

Oakwood Church, Springwood Road, Roundhay, Leeds, West Yorks LS8 2QA

Thu 28 Nov, Thu 16 Jan 2025, Thu 23 Jan 2025

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FREE taster session with the Dewsbury Rock Choir

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Dewsbury Rock Choir... more >

St Pauls Church Hall, High Street, Hanging Heaton, Batley, Dewsbury WF12 7EN

Thu 28 Nov, Thu 16 Jan 2025

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Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair

Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair 10am - 4pm Victoria Hall, Saltaire, West Yorkshire BD18 3JS 40+ stalls of genuine vintage from the 1920s to... more >

Victoria Hall Victoria Road Saltaire BD18 3JS

Sat 30 Nov

Lost in Music: One Night at the Disco at the Victoria Theatre

LOST IN MUSIC One Night at the Disco The night out of the year that you need more than ever, is back at the Victoria Theatre Halifax!... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Sat 30 Nov

St Peter’s Church Christmas Bazaar

Come along to this popular annual event. There will be stalls including craft and gift stalls, Tombola, the ever popular cake stall, cafe and of..... more >

Kirkthorpe Community Centre, Kirkthorpe Lane, Kirkthorpe. WF1 5TA

Sat 30 Nov

Dippy Craft Fair Ilkley

Dippy Designs Gifts & Events are coming to Clarke Foley Hall at Ilkley! A fabulous Craft fair with 30 stalls, free entry for visitors and an onsite..... more >

Clarke Foley Hall, Cunliffe Road, Ilkley LS29 9DZ

Sat 30 Nov

Theatre Organ Concert

The Northern Theatre Organ Trust present a Theatre Organ Concert featuring Howard Beaumont at the console of the Compton Christie Theatre Organ at... more >

Ossett Town Hall, Market Street, Ossett WF5 8BE

Sun 1 Dec

Ilkley Christmas Tree Festival

Ilkley's Christmas Tree Festival takes place on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 December at St Margaret’s, Queen's Road, Ilkley, LS29 9QL... more >

St Margaret’s Queen’s Road Ilkley LS29 9QL

Fri 6 Dec and Sat 7 Dec

Garforth Brass and Ninelands Primary Choir

Garforth Brass Band and Ninelands Choir invite you to join them for a fun Christmas concert of well known songs and carols... more >

Garforth Methodist Church, Church Lane, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 1NW LS5 1NW

Fri 6 Dec

Grange Moor Brass Band

Come along and enjoy an afternoon of great music for all the family to start off the festive season. Seasonal refreshments available. more >

St Peter’s Church, Kirkthorpe, Wakefield. WF1 5SZ

Sat 7 Dec

Championship Brass & Voices for Christmas

Join the Hepworth Band, Thornhill Community Choir and soprano Beth Rosamond at Thornhill Parish Church, Dewsbury for an afternoon of seasonal... more >

Thornhill Parish Church, Church Lane, Thornhill, Dewsbury WF12 0JZ

Sat 7 Dec

Walk for Children Leeds 2024

Walk for Children is coming to Leeds for the first time! Sign up today to walk our festive Roundhay Park routes on Sunday 8 December and raise..... more >

Roundhay Park, Leeds LS8 2HH

Sun 8 Dec

The Wind In The Willows

Poop, poop! Watch out for Mr. Toad in Kenneth Grahame's family classic The Wind In The Willows, here at the Halifax Playhouse... more >

Halifax Playhouse, King Cross Street, Halifax HX1 2SH

Wed 11 Dec to Sun 15 Dec

Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional musical evening in the lead-up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons along with... more >

Leeds Cathedral, Leeds LS2 8BE

Wed 11 Dec

Peter Pan at the Victoria Theatre Halifax

Come and join us for the spectacular family pantomime Peter Pan at The Victoria Theatre this Christmas... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Sat 14 Dec, Sun 15 Dec, Thu 19 Dec to Tue 24 Dec, Thu 26 Dec to Tue 31 Dec, Fri 3 Jan 2025 to Sun 5 Jan 2025

Hepworth Band Christmas Concert

Join the Hepworth Brass Band for its popular Christmas concert at Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth with a programme of seasonal favourites, carols,... more >

Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER

Sun 15 Dec

Christmas Carol Concert

As part of the Ilkley Arts Festival, Cantores Olicanae choir present their ever-popular Christmas Carol Concert on Thursday 19th December at 7... more >

St John’s Church, Bolling Road, Ben Rhydding, Ilkley LS29 8PN

Thu 19 Dec

Winter Solstice Strider

The Winter Solstice Strider is brought to you by the team behind the Summer Solstice Saunter at Bolton Abbey. For this event the venue is the St... more >

STRI Group, St Ives Grove, St Ives Estate, Harden, Bingley BD16 1AU

Sat 21 Dec

White Rose Launches 2024 Christmas Appeal, supporting local charity

White Rose Shopping Centre has welcomed the return of its annual gift donation drive, supporting local Leeds charity Kidz Klub in the run up to... more >

White Rose Shopping Centre, Dewsbury Road, Leeds LS11 8LU

Sun 22 Dec

A festival of 9 Lessons & Carols

A traditional service bringing you a more imaginative approach to worship. The service includes readings from the Bible, traditional festive hymns..... more >

st marys church, White hart fold, burnley road, todmorden OL14 7BD

Sun 22 Dec

Christingle & Crib Service

Perfect for kids and adults of all ages! Join us in song and praise at our annual Christingle and Crib service which is a joyful celebration that..... more >

st marys church, White hart fold, burnley road, todmorden OL14 7BD

Tue 24 Dec

Todmorden Town Carol Sing-a-long

The Mayor of Todmorden, Councillor Ben Jancovich cordially invites all members of the public to join him in the annual Todmorden town Carol Service... more >

st marys church, White hart fold, burnley road, todmorden OL14 7BD

Tue 24 Dec

All Aboard: White Rose Express Christmas grotto returns to shopping c

White Rose Shopping Centre’s magnificent ‘White Rose Express’ Christmas grotto has returned this weekend, with enchanting steam train-themed... more >

White Rose Shopping Centre, Dewsbury Rd, Leeds LS11 8LU

Tue 24 Dec

A Service for Holy Innocents

St. Mary’s Church welcome you as we hold this quiet service of remembrance for parents, carers and families, who have suffered the loss of a child,..... more >

st marys church, White hart fold, burnley road, todmorden OL14 7BD

Sat 28 Dec

Public Running at Marley Model Railway Track

Miniature railway track open to the public for rides behind steam and electric locomotives. All ages welcome. more >

Marley Activity and Coaching Centre KEIGHLEY BD21 4DB

Sat 28 Dec

New Year’s Eve

Fabulous New Year’s Eve party with buffet and the fabulous Beatles They will bring in the new year We have a fabulous large dance floor Cash... more >

Ossett memorial community centre Prospect road Ossett WF5 8AN

Tue 31 Dec

Live Forever – The Rise of Oasis

Oasis, Britain’s greatest rock ‘n’ roll band, will have its backstory explored on stage next year in the first production of its kind, Live Forever,... more >

Bridge Street, Bradford BD1 1JT

Sat 4 Jan 25

The Quirky Wedding Fayre at The Faversham

The Quirky Wedding Fayre brings together the most unique wedding suppliers in a truly quirky venue to help make your wedding one of a kind!... more >

The Faversham, 1-5 Springfield Mount Woodhouse LS2 9NG

Sun 12 Jan 25

FREE taster session with the Keighley Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Keighley Rock Choir is led by vocal teacher Ainjiel-Shaolee..... more >

Central Hall Keighley, Alice Street, Keighley BD21 3JD

Wed 15 Jan 2025, Wed 22 Jan 2025, Wed 5 Feb 2025, Wed 5 Mar 2025, Wed 12 Mar 2025

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Huddersfield for a FREE taster session

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Huddersfield?' then why not join your local Rock Choir... more >

Huddersfield Mission, 3-13 Lord Street, Huddersfield HD1 1QA

Wed 15 Jan 2025

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Cilla, Dusty, Lulu & Co, Shout OUT to the 60s

Get Ready to Step Inside the fabulous music of the 1960s where we celebrate some of the best icons of the decade... more >

Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road llkley LS29 8DW

Fri 31 Jan 25

Mum2mum Market Baby & Childrens Nearly New Sale - SUN 2nd FEB Halifax

40 Stalls selling excellent condition baby and children’s goods at bargain prices. Well-known brands at a fraction of high street prices... more >

Lightcliffe Academy Sports Centre Stoney Lane Lightcliffe Halifax HX3 8TL

Sun 2 Feb 25

Back In The Day

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the electrifying energy of the past with the ultimate nostalgia party... more >

St George’s Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford BD1 1JT

Thu 20 Feb 25

Mum2mum Market Baby & Childrens Nearly New Sale - SUN 16TH MARCH

40 Stalls selling excellent condition baby and children’s goods at bargain prices. Well-known brands at a fraction of high street prices... more >

Lightcliffe Academy Sports Centre, Stoney Lane, Lightcliffe, Halifax HX3 8TL

Sun 16 Mar 25

Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman

Duos come and duos go, and some nurture and fine tune their art and watch it grow into something totally original and captivating... more >

Grayston Unity, 8 Horton St, Halifax HX1 1PU

Sat 22 Mar 25

The North Leeds Food Festival 2025: A Springtime Feast

LEEDS, are you ready for another Springtime Feast at Roundhay Park? After three record-breaking years in a row The North Leeds Food Festival is..... more >

Soldiers Fields, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 1JX

Sat 10 May 25 and Sun 11 May 2025

The Ilkley Food & Drink Festival 2025: A Riverside Feast

ILKLEY, we’re delighted to announce that we’ll be returning to Ilkley Riverside for our SIXTH year in 2025 on June 14th-15th!... more >

East Holmes Field, Ilkley LS29 0BZ

Sat 14 Jun 25 and Sun 15 Jun 2025

Bradford Literature Festival 2025

Save the date for the return of Bradford Literature Festival in 2025. Enjoy 10 incredible days celebrating literature, poetry, music, history, film..... more >

City Park, Centenary Square, Bradford BD1 1HY

Fri 27 Jun 25 to Sun 6 Jul 2025

Things to do around West Yorkshire

West Yorkshire, a diverse and captivating county in England, offers a wide range of activities for an enjoyable day out. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or family-friendly adventures, there's something for everyone. Let's explore some of the best things to do in West Yorkshire:

1. The Royal Armouries, Roundhay Park & Tropical World, Leeds:
- Start your day in Leeds with a visit to the Royal Armouries, a fascinating museum housing over 8,500 historical artifacts. Explore themed galleries showcasing English and foreign armor from various centuries, including rare elephant armor from India. Afterward, head to Kirkstall Abbey, one of England's best-preserved medieval abbeys. Enjoy live performances within the abbey ruins during the summer months. For a relaxing stroll, visit Roundhay Park, a vast green space with lakes, walking paths, and playgrounds. Don't miss Tropical World, an indoor zoo within the park, featuring a variety of animals, birds, insects, and plants.

2. Day Out in Wakefield:
- Explore Wakefield, a historic city with a rich industrial past. Visit the Wakefield Cathedral, an impressive Gothic structure, and discover local history at the Wakefield Museum. Take a leisurely walk along the River Calder or explore the nearby Sandal Castle, a medieval ruin with panoramic views.

3. Saltaire & The Bradford Industrial Museum, Bradford:
- Head to Bradford and explore Saltaire, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This model village was built by Sir Titus Salt in the 19th century for his mill workers. Visit Salts Mill, now an art gallery and shopping complex, and admire the Victorian architecture. Then, discover the Bradford Industrial Museum, housed in a former textile mill. Learn about Bradford's industrial heritage, including weaving, printing, and engineering.

4. Bronte Parsonage Museum, Haworth:
- Delve into literary history in Haworth, home to the famous Bronte sisters. Visit the Bronte Parsonage Museum, where Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte lived and wrote their iconic novels. Explore the rooms, personal belongings, and manuscripts. Take a walk on the nearby moors that inspired their literary works.

5. Ilkley Moor & Cow and Calf Rocks:
- For outdoor enthusiasts, head to Ilkley Moor. Enjoy scenic walks, spot wildlife, and marvel at the unique rock formations known as the Cow and Calf Rocks. The panoramic views of the surrounding countryside are breathtaking.

6. National Coal Mining Museum, Wakefield:
- Discover the region's coal mining history at the National Coal Mining Museum near Wakefield. Take an underground tour to experience the life of a miner and learn about the industry's impact on West Yorkshire.

7. Fairburn Ings RSPB Reserve:
- Nature lovers should visit the Fairburn Ings RSPB Reserve. Explore wetlands, woodlands, and lakes, and observe a variety of bird species. The reserve offers marked trails and hides for birdwatching.

Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in culture, nature, or history, West Yorkshire promises an enriching and memorable day out!