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Get the latest scoop on concerts and gigs, festivals, family events and everything else that’s happening in Calderdale. Browse our events guide to discover what’s on today, what’s on this weekend, and more things to do this month.

Fri
17

17 May 2024 - 17 May 2024
Victoria Theatre Halifax
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Accessible, Culture & Heritage, Theatres & Entertainment

John Bishop: Back at it 2024

8pm Comedy superstar John Bishop is getting Back At It – doing what he does best - with a new UK stand-up tour for 2024. After two years spent TV presenting, stage acting, podcast hosting, dog walking and decorating the spare room, John is getting back to the thing he loves most; standing on stage

Price: £27.25
John Bishop: Back at it 2024

Sat
18

18 May 2024 - 18 May 2024
Halifax Minster
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Accessible, Culture & Heritage, CultureDale, Heritage, Music

The Music of Adele by Candlelight at Halifax Minster

Doors open 6.45pm, show starts 7.30pm, show finishes 9.45/10pm Experience an evening of soul-stirring melodies and heartfelt lyrics as we present The Music of Adele by Candlelight, an exclusive concert performed by the multi-award winning Miss Julia Martin and described by Sky Television as 'Simply Phenomenal'. Prepare to be transported to a world of raw

Price: £20 – £45
An illustration of a dark church interior, coloured purple, lit by candles.

Sat
18

18 May 2024 - 18 May 2024
The Grayston Unity
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Accessible, Culture & Heritage, Music, Theatres & Entertainment

DJ Turnip Presents Studio 54 Disco Night at The Grayston Unity

8pm Get your glam on for a night of vinyl records celebrating the joy of Disco music. Inspired by the legendary New York nightclub, DJ Turnip will be playing some absolute classics and a few surprises too… all of which will get your feet moving. Grab a drink from the bar and head down for

Price: £5
Illustration of a disco sparkling glitterball against a green background

Wed
22

22 May 2024 - 22 May 2024
Rochdale Canal and Calder & Hebble Navigation
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Accessible, Culture & Heritage, CultureDale, Music, Theatres & Entertainment

Culturedale: Opal’s Comet by Mr Wilson’s

This event is part of Culturedale – a jam-packed programme of events and activities from April 24 – April 25 celebrating Calderdale’s Year of Culture!  Follow Opal's Comet, a waterborne production by the outdoor arts company Mr Wilson's, taking place along the Rochdale Canal and Calder and Hebble Navigation as part of CultureDale, Calderdale’s Year of Culture

Price: Free
Culturedale: Opal’s Comet by Mr Wilson’s

Wed
22

22 May 2024 - 22 May 2024
Calderdale Industrial Museum
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Accessible, Culture & Heritage, Galleries & Museums, Talks, Poetry & Literature

Paternalism in mid-19th Century Halifax – A talk by Chris Toole

Doors 7pm. Start: 7.30pm The May talk in the series of Calderdale Industrial Museum Association talks will be given by Chris Toole. He will examining paternalism in mid 19th century Halifax and the impact of the Akroyd and Crossley families on the town. All are welcome. Free entry to members of Calderdale Industrial Museum Association,

Price: Free – £4
Paternalism in mid-19th Century Halifax – A talk by Chris Toole

Thu
23

23 May 2024 - 23 May 2024
Rochdale Canal and Calder & Hebble Navigation
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Accessible, Culture & Heritage, CultureDale, Music, Theatres & Entertainment

Culturedale: Opal’s Comet by Mr Wilson’s

This event is part of Culturedale – a jam-packed programme of events and activities from April 24 – April 25 celebrating Calderdale’s Year of Culture!  Follow Opal's Comet, a waterborne production by the outdoor arts company Mr Wilson's, taking place along the Rochdale Canal and Calder and Hebble Navigation as part of CultureDale, Calderdale’s Year of Culture

Price: Free
Culturedale: Opal’s Comet by Mr Wilson’s

Fri
24

24 May 2024 - 24 May 2024
Rochdale Canal and Calder & Hebble Navigation
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Accessible, Culture & Heritage, CultureDale, Music, Theatres & Entertainment

Culturedale: Opal’s Comet by Mr Wilson’s

This event is part of Culturedale – a jam-packed programme of events and activities from April 24 – April 25 celebrating Calderdale’s Year of Culture!  Follow Opal's Comet, a waterborne production by the outdoor arts company Mr Wilson's, taking place along the Rochdale Canal and Calder and Hebble Navigation as part of CultureDale, Calderdale’s Year of Culture

Price: Free
Culturedale: Opal’s Comet by Mr Wilson’s

Fri
24

24 May 2024 - 24 May 2024
Halifax Playhouse
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Accessible, Culture & Heritage, Family, Music, Theatres & Entertainment

Music Masters present: 50s & 60s Atlantic Hits

7.30pm Music Masters are a 5 piece vocal/instrumental group with a wealth of experience behind them, performing the length and breadth of the UK over many years. They have put together a show featuring some of the best songs and instrumental pieces from the 50s and 60s both from the UK and the USA; a

Price: £17
Music Masters present: 50s & 60s Atlantic Hits

Fri
24

24 May 2024 - 24 May 2024
The Grayston Unity
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Accessible, Culture & Heritage, Music, Theatres & Entertainment

Splint & Martial Arts at The Grayston Unity

8pm Splint is made of Self Scribed tattoos, dissatisfaction and no taxi fare walks home, and have gained praise from the likes of Steve Lamacq and Deb Grant on BBC 6 Music. This Manchester/Hebden Bridge formed band will play hard and heavy tunes, packed with delicate guitar riffs- embracing both urgent and circumstantial vibes at

Price: £6 – £7
Members of the band Splint playing guitars and rums on stage under spotlights in a darkened room

Sat
25

25 May 2024 - 24 Dec 2024
Bankfield Museum
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Accessible, Culture & Heritage, CultureDale, Free Entry, Galleries & Museums, Theatres & Entertainment

Mr. Darcy’s ‘Wet Shirt’ Exhibition

The iconic ‘wet shirt’ worn by Colin Firth in the BBC adaptation of Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen will be on display at Bankfield Museum. The classic 1995 television scene saw Mr. Darcy dive into a lake and emerge with his shirt wet and clinging to him, only to be unexpectedly confronted by the

Mr. Darcy’s ‘Wet Shirt’ Exhibition

Sat
25

25 May 2024 - 25 May 2024
Rochdale Canal and Calder & Hebble Navigation
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Accessible, Culture & Heritage, CultureDale, Music, Theatres & Entertainment

Culturedale: Opal’s Comet by Mr Wilson’s

This event is part of Culturedale – a jam-packed programme of events and activities from April 24 – April 25 celebrating Calderdale’s Year of Culture!  Follow Opal's Comet, a waterborne production by the outdoor arts company Mr Wilson's, taking place along the Rochdale Canal and Calder and Hebble Navigation as part of CultureDale, Calderdale’s Year of Culture

Price: Free
Culturedale: Opal’s Comet by Mr Wilson’s

Sat
25

25 May 2024 - 25 May 2024
Halifax Playhouse
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Accessible, Culture & Heritage, Music, Theatres & Entertainment

Eltonesque (as seen on Channel 4s The Last Leg and Virgin Radio)

Saturday 25 May 2024 at 7.45pm Pete Gallagher's voice is as close to Elton John as it gets, with an energetic performance playing all the hits such as Candle In The Wind, Rocket Man, Your Song, Benni & The Jets plus many, many more. Uncanny and with breath-taking virtuosity, for the most faithful Elton John

Price: £15 – £18
Eltonesque (as seen on Channel 4s The Last Leg and Virgin Radio)