Things to do in Halifax

David Essex

Internationally renowned singer, composer and actor David Essex OBE has announced his first major tour in over four years.

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

The Opera Boys - The Farewell Tour Starring Paul Potts

The powerhouse classical-crossover sensation The Opera Boys are thrilled to announce their final tour, featuring the world-renowned tenor and very first winner…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Michael Starring Ben

Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic.MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's u…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

The Drifters

The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including 'Saturday Night at the Movies', 'You're More Than A Number,' 'Come on Over t…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

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The Celine Experience

January Butler Presents the Ultimate Celine Dion tribute concert featuring a world class live band, directed by the industry legend Andy Mudd.

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

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Ore Oduba in The Vintage Boys Rock'n'Roll Show

Re-live the sounds of the 50s & 60s as The Golden Age of Rock n Roll is authentically recreated by The Vintage Boys Starring Ore Oduba.TV Star and Entertainer O…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Sing The Musicals

The first national tour of the greatest musicals of all time direct from London’s West End.

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Bootleg Eagles

Leading celebration of The Eagles' live experience!Formed by five professional musicians Who share a love of america's most successful band, The Bootleg Eagles…

The Playhouse, Halifax

The Bluetones

A very special acoustic show with Mark Morriss & Adam Devlin of Britpop legends The Bluetones.The band, formed in 1993, had an impressive run of hit singles thr…

The Grayston Unity, Halifax

Carl Hutchinson

Carl has a unique blend of storytelling and physical comedy, with a dash of down-to-earth banter.

The Playhouse, Halifax

10cc's Graham Gouldman & Heart Full of Songs

10cc is one of the UK’s most innovative and influential bands.Fronted by 10cc co-founder Graham Gouldman, the band’s growing popularity continues to deliver maj…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Fisherman's Friends

Bound together by lifelong friendship and shared experience for more than 25 years, the Fisherman’s Friends have met on the Platt (harbour) in their native Port…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

The Space Explorers Academy

Calling all Space fans!The Science Museum, in association with the UK Space Agency, has teamed up with Mark Thompson Productions (the creators behind Ministry o…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Tommy Cooper - Have I Got Time For More?

A brand new production from the guys that brought you Steptoe & Son!Tommy Cooper, one of the greatest ever comedians, is back!

The Playhouse, Halifax

Dog Man: The Musical

DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL is the hilarious new musical based on the worldwide bestselling book series from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants and Cat Kid…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Lindisfarne

The Oxted Sessions is delighted to welcome legendary 70s folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne.With a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members, fronted by found…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

What The World Needs Now

The evening honours one of the most influential songwriters of the past century and features performances by beloved UK artist Rumer and the Mercury nominated s…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

The Noise Next Door: Comedy, Improvised

Funny stuff, made up on the spot. No gimmicks, no tricks - just the quickest, wittiest improvisers in the UK putting on a show to make you laugh like nobody's b…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Phil Wang: Uh Oh

UH OH. Phil Wang’s back with a new stand-up show, and he’s older than ever before.He’s got a moustache now. It bristles with wisdom.

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

The Picture of Dorian Gray: A New Musical

A new musical based on, and faithful to, the original 1890 novel by Oscar Wilde starring Kevin Kennedy (Coronation Street, Rock of Ages, rocky Horror Show).Dori…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show

Fresh off the stage in London’s West End, The Dazzling Diamonds proudly present their smash-hit comedy variety drag show.This isn’t just any show – these “ladie…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Operation Mincemeat

Operation Mincemeat is the 2024 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical. It’s London’s biggest hit with 77 Five-Star reviews making it the best-reviewed show in…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

The Phantom Raspberry Blower of Old London Town

Written by Spike Milligan and Ronnie Barker Adapted by John HewerSomething is rotten in Old London Town...In Victorian England, a rotten, raspberry blower is cl…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Russell Howard

Presenter, actor, and much-loved funny man.

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Lucy Beaumont - Bad at Quiz Shows, Good With Weirdos

Lucy Beaumont has had quite the year. She lost a contestant £79,000 on The Wheel, forgot to revise for Mastermind and generally confirmed she’s terrible at quiz…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

The Sensational 60s Experience

Join us for the musical phenomenon, The Sixties at 60, with this festival of nostalgia.

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Wet Wet Wet

Released in 1987, Popped In Souled Out was the album that introduced Wet Wet Wet to not only a national audience, but a global one too.

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Troy Hawke

Fresh from finding and proving decisive links between IKEA, the CIA and the Nazi’s, 1930’s throwback homeschooled investigator Troy Hawke battle a new enemy on…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Ed Gamble: Fresh Hell

Everyone’s annoying cousin, Ed Gamble, is going back on tour in 2027 across the UK & Ireland with some more of his stand up grot.

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Love Hurts - Rock Anthems and Power Ballads

Back for its third year of rocking the UK, Love Hurts returns with the heartbreak soundtrack of a generation!

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Go Your Own Way - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Go Your Own Way is the spellbinding show featuring music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac.Their rock 'n' roll legacy is beautifull…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

The Amy Winehouse Band

We are delighted to bring you this exceptional & unique show: this, is The Amy Winehouse Band – Amy’s Original band led by her long term Musical Director/Bass p…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

The Bootleg Beatles

Relive the sights and sounds of the 60s with the most established Beatles tribute band.

The Playhouse, Halifax

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Illegal Eagles

The World’s Official No. 1 Eagles tribute returns for another outstanding show promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail, and…

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Björn Again

Björn Again. The original Australian ABBA Homage has amassed over 5,800 shows in 78 countries in 39 years.

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

The Bootleg Beatles

Relive the sights and sounds of the 60s with the most established Beatles tribute band.

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Classically Kate Bush

A brand-new show celebrating the music of the iconic Kate Bush as never before is coming to Stoke-on-Trent.

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

What's Love Got To Do With It?

Ultimate tribute concert to Tina Turner, presented by the award-winning producers behind Whitney - Queen Of The Night.

Victoria Theatre, Halifax

Crossley/Dean Clough Heritage Bus Tour

Over the years hundreds of houses in Halifax and across the world proudly displayed a Crossley carpet but how many people know the fascinating history of the Cr…

Dean Clough, Halifax

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Myths, Monsters And Legends - Haunted Halifax

Take a trip with us, into the dark history of Halifax Myths, Monsters and legends.Is the spectral form of a lady in white just your imagination, or a figure of…

The Playhouse, Halifax

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Heritage Open Day

Celebrate Heritage Weekend with us, with free entry to Shibden Hall on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September 2026

Shibden Hall and Folk Museum, Halifax

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End to End: A Walking Tour of Dean Clough

Discover the remarkable story of Dean Clough, from its origins as one of the worlds largest Victorian textile mills to its vibrant life today. This 90 minute wa…

Dean Clough, Halifax

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Costume Study Session: Made in Halifax

Explore a selection of fashion made and bought in Halifax and the surrounding local area.This session will allow you to get up close to view collections will in…

Bankfield Museum, Halifax

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Halifax Town Hall Tour

Join us on our special guided tour of Halifax Town Hall, a building of immense architectural significance both inside and out.

Town Hall, Halifax

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From Loft to Oz : Adventures of a Mary Quant Dress

Join us for a talk with Jenny Fenwick about the exciting journey her 1964 Mary Quant dress went on after being rediscovered in her loft!

Bankfield Museum, Halifax

Needle Felting: Foxes

Create your own felted fox in our relaxed session, which is a wonderful, tactile craft that allows you to shape and sculpt wool into three-dimensional objects.

Bankfield Museum, Halifax

The Crown Jewels

Based on Colonel Bloods attempt at stealing the Crown Jewels of England from the Tower of London in 1671.The Crown Jewels is the hysterical (The Spectator) new…

The Playhouse, Halifax

Gandeys K-Pop Dragon Circus

Step into the spectacular world of Gandey’s K-Pop Dragon Circus — a dazzling fusion of East meets West, where magic, music, and myth unite beneath the big top.L…

Eureka! The National Children's Museum, Halifax