50 upcoming events in Bradford · page 1 of 3
October 2026
Heritage Craft Workshop: Mosaic Garden Slate
A heritage craft workshop at Bradford Industrial Museum designing a mosaic garden slate.
Music at the Museum: May Contain Notes
Free live music performance at Bradford Industrial Museum.
SisterVerse Festival 2026, Bradford City Library
A free one-day festival at Bradford City Library celebrating women's writing and creativity, adding to the city's UNESCO City of Literature programme.
Conversation Cafe: My Bradford
A cafe session at Bradford Industrial Museum for sharing memories of Bradford.
Saltaire Brewery's Comedy Night
An evening of live stand-up at Saltaire Brewery, in the heart of the World Heritage village. Pair a local pint with a night of laughs.
Ilkley King's Hall Silent Disco Day-Time Party
A daytime silent disco in Ilkley's historic King's Hall and Winter Garden, with headphones and choice of music channels. A quirky family-friendly party in the Wharfedale town.
Slow Sunday at Cliffe Castle
A relaxed day of tai chi, crafts, wellbeing walks, slow art and a seasonal tea ceremony at Cliffe Castle Museum.
Diwali Celebrations
Free family activities celebrating Diwali at Cliffe Castle Museum including lantern making.
Boll-O-Ween!
An evening of eerie tours, spell-making activities and Halloween fun at Bolling Hall Museum.
Action for Nature Day
A free family day at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery celebrating nature.
Lister Park Lantern Parade 2026: Celebration of Life
Make a lantern then join an evening parade through Lister Park.
Michael Palin, St George's Hall
Writer and traveller Michael Palin appears at Bradford's St George's Hall for an evening of stories from his travels.
Spooky BIMoween
Halloween celebration at Bradford Industrial Museum with a spooky trail, crafts, face painting and disco.
November 2026
The Legends in Vegas: After Hours, St George's Hall
Five Strictly Come Dancing professionals, including Brendan Cole and Vincent Simone, perform Las Vegas-inspired dance routines at St George's Hall.
Heritage Craft Workshop: Introduction to Bookmaking
A three-week beginners' bookmaking course at Bradford Industrial Museum.
Jonathan Pie, St George's Hall
Satirical political comedian Jonathan Pie brings his live show to St George's Hall for a 1 hour 45 minute evening. Recommended for ages 14 and over.
Turner Lates: November
Free evening event for young people at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, Bradford, inspired by the Turner Prize 2025 exhibition with DJs, live music and workshops.
Morris & Co. Stained Glass Window Tour, Bradford Cathedral
An afternoon guided tour of the Morris & Co. stained glass windows in Bradford Cathedral, giving a closer look at Arts and Crafts craftsmanship.
Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair, Victoria Hall
Vintage clothing, homewares and collectables fill Victoria Hall in the UNESCO World Heritage village of Saltaire. A good day for browsing and combining with a walk by the canal.
Music at the Museum: Stroke of Genius Big Band
Free live big band music performance at Bradford Industrial Museum.
Baby Week Bradford - Toddlers Takeover
Babies and toddlers take over the jobs at Bradford Industrial Museum for a day.
Music at the Museum: Bradford Voices
Free live choir performance from Bradford Voices at Cliffe Castle Museum.
Bradford Industrial Museum Christmas Market
Festive market at Bradford Industrial Museum, Eccleshill, showcasing local makers, artisan products and Christmas gifts.
December 2026
Darley Street Market Christmas
Bradford's Darley Street Market launches its festive programme with a Christmas market, live music, workshops and Santa visits in the city centre.