Bingley Christmas Shows 2026

The Ilkley Philharmonic Orchestra joins forces with dancers from the Academy of Northern Ballet and soprano Katie Bird from Opera North. The performance features excerpts from Tchaikovsky's Sleeping Beauty, Rimsky-Korsakov's Dance of the Tumblers, and traditional Viennese music by the...

Audiences follow Clara's adventures as she is swept away by her Nutcracker Prince into an enchanting winter wonderland. The stage production features dancing snowflakes, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and the notorious Mouse King. The ballet is performed to Tchaikovsky's enduring...

Guests enter the Exhibition Shed to watch the drama begin in Scrooge's office before boarding a steam train for an hour-long round trip to Keighley and back. Theatrical performances continue onboard the train as the story unfolds through Past, Present,...

Audiences join the world-famous Brighouse & Rastrick Band for their annual festive concert featuring yuletide greats and carols. The performance includes the band's famous chart-topping hit, The Floral Dance, played as their unofficial encore. Visitors experience live holiday brass music...

Audiences enjoy a festive stage production featuring a cast of singers and dancers dressed in colorful costumes. The performance journeys on the Polar Express to the North Pole, meets Father Christmas and his elves, follows Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem,...

The Black Dyke Band and the Bradford Cathedral Choir perform well-loved Christmas tunes together inside the cathedral. The concert consists of two 45-minute halves separated by a 20-minute interval. An alcoholic and non-alcoholic bar serves refreshments before the performance and...

Organist Jonathan Scott presents a festive programme of seasonal music showcasing the venue's organ. Set within the Victorian splendour of Rochdale Town Hall, the concert runs without an interval. Attendees can also purchase refreshments prior to the start of the...

When thieves break into Father Christmas' grotto and steal all the presents, Katie hitches a ride on a magical bird to the North Pole to help save the holiday. Audience members join Katie on an interactive adventure to solve clues...

The concert presents an orchestral programme focused on the music of Johann Strauss II, including The Blue Danube, the Die Fledermaus Overture, and the Tritsch-Tratsch Polka. The performance also features pieces from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite and The Sleeping Beauty, Shostakovich’s...

Peoplescape Theatre brings the traditional story to life with an imaginative twist. Audiences enjoy a family-friendly performance filled with puppetry and live music. The show features plenty of interactive participation for young viewers.

Classical soprano and star of The Voice UK Nadia Eide performs songs from stage and screen alongside special guests. The repertoire includes selections from Phantom of the Opera, The Sound of Music, Matilda, Home Alone, and The Wizard of Oz....

The Piccadilly Sinfonietta and a violin soloist perform an evening of classical works by candlelight inside Leeds Cathedral. The concert features Vivaldi's The Four Seasons alongside Corelli's Christmas Concerto and Pachelbel's Canon in D. The programme also includes Elgar's Nimrod,...

The concert features an orchestral programme centered on the music of Johann Strauss II, including the Die Fledermaus Overture, Tritsch-Tratsch Polka, and The Blue Danube. Audiences will also hear pieces from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite and The Sleeping Beauty, alongside waltzes...

Singer-songwriter Alistair Griffin performs live under candlelight at All Saints Church. The set features holiday favourites and seasonal songs such as O Holy Night, Fairytale of New York, Last Christmas, and Step Into Christmas. A bar serves drinks including mulled...

Classical soprano and The Voice UK star Nadia Eide performs alongside special guests in a festive concert. The performance showcases music from stage and screen, including songs from Phantom of the Opera, The Sound of Music, Matilda, Home Alone, and...

Folk musician Olivia Graham presents an hour of traditional carols, hymns, chants, and spoken stories set by candlelight in an historic church. The performance draws from historical sources to reflect the Advent and Christmas traditions of 7th-century Celtic Christians and...

Blackburn Cathedral welcomes visitors and community groups to celebrate the festive season together. Attendees gather inside the cathedral to participate in an evening carol service.

Northern Ballet presents a magical rendition of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol.' Follow Ebenezer Scrooge on a transformative journey guided by three spectral visitors, encountering the warmth of family and the promise of a brighter future. This visually stunning ballet,...

Kick off the holiday season with a spectacular 'Fanfare for Christmas' concert. This cherished annual event at the Royal Hall features the renowned Brighouse and Rastrick Band and the singers of the Harrogate Gilbert and Sullivan Society. Prepare for an...

Join the Carriageworks Theatre for 'The Lost Present: A Christmas Adventure,' a magical theatrical experience perfect for the holiday season. This enchanting play promises a festive journey filled with excitement and holiday spirit, making it an ideal outing for families...

Get ready for a festive dose of laughter with the Christmas Comedy Cellar! This special event brings two nights of top-tier stand-up comedy to Huddersfield. Featuring acclaimed comedians like Shazia Mirza, Jack McLean, Rob Rouse, and Dawn Bailey, it's the...

Get ready for a festive and hilarious evening with World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker's 'Harry Christmas!' show in Leeds. He's bringing his unique blend of poetry, humor, and holiday spirit to the city. Expect brand new poems, beloved festive...