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Film, Theatre, Music, Events & Activities
A calendar of upcoming events in and around Calderdale, all carefully chosen to appeal to our readers and to provide a varied and, hopefully, inspiring guide to the best of local culture, one-off events and indoor and outdoor activities. Event organisers – submit an event here
21 OCTOBER: Local historian David Glover hosts another fascinating illustrated presentation “The Halifax slasher …
20 to 25 APRIL: The Perfect Murder needs a little rehearsal – Ira Levin’s Death Trap is at Hebden …- 21 – 25 APRIL – Are we really witnessing madness or merely a ‘Semblance of Madness’? A powerful and …
- 22 APRIL: Join notable local historian David Glover at the Mount Zion chapel in Halifax for an illustrated presentation …
- 25 APRIL to 2 MAY: Huddersfield Light Opera Company perform Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at the …
25 APRIL – Free Ukulele concert at the Boothtown and Southowram Methodist Church, Beverley Place, Akroydon, …
25 APRIL: Come along and check out the centre and try different sports at our open day. A chance to see our facilities …- 25 APRIL: A free concert by the Hepton Singers in aid of local charities. This one-hour afternoon charity concert will …
25 APRIL: Join Tai Chi Tigers for a one-hour outdoor session to celebrate World Tai Chi and QIgong Day. Everyone is …
26 APRIL: In April, spring will be sprung in Brighouse as we welcome both businesses in town and market stallholders to …
26 APRIL – The village of Hipperholme has a long history with several old pubs, an old grammar school, old houses …- 26 APRIL – This market, hosted by R.S.H Artisan Markets, promises to bring you a fine selection of high-quality, …
- 26 APRIL: Enter your pudding or come along and sample some puddings instead. What is Dock Pudding?It is a traditional, …
20 MAY – A new death-defying circus is touring in the United Kingdom celebrating nearly 260 years of circus …
28 APRIL – Although primarily aimed at people with disabilities and their friends and family, this free event is …- 28 APRIL – Halifax Heritage Tours and Projected Picture Trust present their third ‘Evening of Halifax Nostalgia’ …
- 30 APRIL – 3 MAY: Hebden Bridge Burlesque Festival. Acts at this year’s festival, which takes place in both …
- 1-3 MAY – 2026 is the Todmorden Folk Festival’s 10th Anniversary! Todmorden Folk Festival is a wonderful, …
- 1 MAY: Join notable local historian David Glover at St. Anne’s Church, Southowram for dark tales of murder in …
2 MAY: Fix It, Don’t Fling It! Visit Elland Repair Café on the first Saturday of every month. Where: Project Colt, …
5 MAY: Enjoy a classic movie plus a community lunch with Focus4Hope’s Reminiscent Cinema screening in Rastrick. …- 6 MAY: Help shape accessible, inspiring physical activity for neurodiverse people. Share your views over a cuppa! …
- 7 MAY: Thursday @ One – An organ recital by Alex Woodrow from Leeds Minster A chance to hear the wonderful organ …
- 9 MAY – Beneath the Stars — an evening of contemporary choral music inspired by the beauty and power of the …
- 9 MAY – Halifax Borough Market’s Plant Sale returns on Saturday 9 May with traders specialising in plants, …
9 MAY: A chance to browse a lovely selection of plants (flowers and veg) and enjoy homemade cakes and refreshments. All …- 9 MAY: Brighouse Civic Hall Live bring you an evening of 80s music with a live band and DJ. Do you love the 80s? Do you …
- 9 MAY: The Dark Side of the Moon is the ultimate tribute to Pink Floyd, performed by Candlelight at the beautiful …
- 10 MAY – Beneath the Stars — an evening of contemporary choral music inspired by the beauty and power of the …
- 10 MAY – A new walk. Do you recall Modelle, home of ladies’ fashion? Or Jack Lees, Woods Music and Nicholl, …
- 10 MAY: Overgate Hospice’s annual garden party is back! When: Sunday 10 May. Where: St. Patrick’s School, …
16 and 17 MAY: The WoollyArt Club presents an exhibition of contemporary & traditional hand-crafted textile and art …- 16 MAY – A fun afternoon of bingo at the Boothtown and Southowram Methodist Church, Beverley Place, Akroydon, …
- 16 MAY: This looks like a great afternoon for anyone living with dementia or caring for a family member who is. …
- 16 MAY: Northern Soul Afternoon with the Halifax Soul Crew at Southwood! Details: Southwood Presents a Live DJ set from …
17 MAY: Halifax Model Railway Club are holding another open day at their premises in Halifax. The event features 15 …- 17 MAY – An afternoon of music from the musicals: The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, Mamma Mia!, …
- 17 MAY: Repair Cafe Mytholmroyd The regular Mytholmroyd Repair Cafe takes place at St Michael’s Church Hall HX7 …
- 19 – 23 MAY – Terry Pratchett takes Shakespeare’s Macbeth and then turns it up ‘till the knob comes off ’. …
20 MAY – Enjoy a show-stopping Grecian feast prepared by True North, followed by an insightful talk from Barrie …- 23 MAY – The Premier Records Record Fair returns to The Albany Arcade AT Halifax Borough Market! Whether …
- 23 MAY – Todmorden Carnival – A day out providing fun and entertainment for all the family! Event …
- 24 MAY – This market, hosted by R.S.H Artisan Markets, promises to bring you a fine selection of high-quality, …
- 26-31 MAY: The Pennine Spring Music festival takes place each year in the beautiful village of Heptonstall. Singers and …
- 26 MAY – Suzi Ruffell in conversation about her book, Am I Having Fun Now? Hebden Bridge Town Hall Tuesday 26th …
- 27 MAY: David Glover tells the story of 19th century music in Halifax with William Priestley and Mrs Sunderland and …
- 30 MAY – Meet the Tudor Estate manager! Shibden hall is transported back to the end of the 16th Century, where …
- 31 MAY – We’ll explore from the Bradford boundary to Shelf Moor Road for evidence of Shelf Iron Works. This is an …
- 2 JUNE: Enjoy the classic movie “It’s a mad mad mad mad world” plus a community lunch with …
- 4 JUNE – Look forward to an unforgettable evening of soul-stirring music as Xperience Live proudly …
- 6 JUNE – A concert to celebrate the foundation of the Hammonds Sauce Works Band 80 years ago. Ticket details via …
- 7 JUNE: Join our afternoon tea cabaret and help raise funds for the annual ‘Concert for the Young at …
- 11 JUNE: Thursday @ One – An organ recital by Sebastian Johansson at Halifax Minster. A chance to hear the …
- 11 JUNE – The Queen of Folk Rock, Maddy Prior has spent a lifetime singing, largely traditional songs, and …
- 13 JUNE – A fun cake baking competition with lots of prizes, held at the Boothtown and Southowram Methodist …
- 13 JUNE: Gala day for the Halifax Charity Gala 2026 is Saturday 13th June, as always at Manor Heath Park! This is the …
- 14 JUNE – Many different denominations and congregations have worshipped in Todmorden over the centuries. This …
- 14 JUNE: Celebrate the passing of the seasons with Vivaldi’s famous quartet of concertos. When: 4pm on Sunday 14 June. …
- 20 JUNE – A fun afternoon of fund-raising with cake and hot drinks at the Boothtown and Southowram Methodist …
- 20 JUNE – Horses, trade stands, crafts, vintage vehicles and lots more. Full details on their website: …
- 22 JUNE: Concert by Orchestra of Square Chapel At this afternoon concert, the Orchestra of the Square Chapel will be …
- 21 JUNE – The Todmorden Agricultural Show returns on Sunday 21st June from 10am – 4pm at the Riverside Centre, , …
- 23-27 JUNE – Get ready to pre-heat your excitement – The Great British Bake Off Musical is heading to the …
- 27 JUNE – The Brighouse Charity Gala returns on Saturday 27th June 2026 at Lane Head Recreation Ground, Bradford …
- 27 JUNE – “When Saturday Comes,” is based on the 1996 Sean Bean film. Timed to celebrate the fiLm’s 30th …
- 2 JULY – Wallace and Gromit: A Grand Day Out is at Halifax Minster on Thursday, 2nd July and runs 7:30pm – …
- 3-5 JULY: Open Studios is a wonderful opportunity to visit a wide range of artists and makers, working in many …
- 10 JULY: Northern Soul Evening with the Halifax Soul Crew at Southwood! Details: Southwood presents an evening of …
- 18 JULY – An incredible night of Abba anthems, performed in the beautiful Halifax Minster by Candlelight. …
- 19 JULY: Repair Cafe Mytholmroyd The regular Mytholmroyd Repair Cafe takes place at St Michael’s Church Hall HX7 …
- 22 JULY – The Music of James Bond – The Candlelight Concert at Halifax Minster. From the moment the first …
- 7 AUGUST: The Mayor of Todmorden’s Charity Quiz Night for 2026 is in aid of Todmorden Age Concern and Tod Support …
- 9 AUGUST: Rock, Roll and Jive afternoon at Southwood, Halifax. Southwood presents an afternoon of boogie with classic …
- 21 AUGUST: Southwood presents live music from Calderdale’s very own Land Lubbers. When: Doors open at 19:00 until late. …
Venues & Event Info Links
Cinemas
- Elland Rex elland.nm-cinemas.co.uk/
- Hebden Bridge Picture House www.hebdenbridgepicturehouse.co.uk/
- Vue Halifax www.myvue.com/latest-movies/cinema/halifax
- Odeon Huddersfield Odeon Huddersfield.
- Dean Clough (Film, Theatre, Music, Gallery) www.deanclough.com/
Theatres
- Halifax Playhouse/Halifax Thespians www.halifaxplayhouse.org.uk/
- Hebden Bridge Little Theatre Website
- Viaduct Theatre, Dean Clough theviaducttheatre.co.uk/shows-tickets/
- Victoria Theatre, Halifax. www.victoriatheatre.co.uk
- The Hippodrome Theatre, Todmorden Visit the website.
Music and other venues
- The Grayston Unity Bar/Music See their Facebook page for event details.
- The Blind Pig bar and Music Venue at Tower Hill, Sowerby Bridge
- Hebden Bridge Trades Club club, bar and music venue in Hebden Bridge
- Halifax Symphony Orchestra Find out more or become a supporter.
- Halifax Philharmonic Club See their programme.
- Todmorden Orchestra at Todmorden Town Hall. See more.
- Halifax Minster. See the Minster website for more details.
- Calderdale Industrial Museum, Halifax
- The Piece Hall Busy events venue Find events
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