Saturday, 14 March 2026

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Here's your weekly update based on your interests and topic choices.

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 Kirklees Libraries

Pop-up Café at Cleckheaton Library

 Sat, 14.3.2026 10:30 - 12:00 

Come and have coffee, cake and a chat at the café run by the Friends of Cleckheaton Library. 1st Saturday of every month.  Read more

Gup Shup and Chai Group at Birkby and Fartown Library

 Wed, 11.3.2026 09:30 - 12:00 

Refreshments every week (term time only)  Read more

Craft Group at Denby Dale Library

 Wed, 11.3.2026 13:30 - 15:30 

Arts and crafts session. Bring your own crafts or take part in a group project  Read more

Rhymetime at Denby Dale Library

 Wed, 11.3.2026 14:00 - 14:30 

Singing & Activities for Toddlers  Read more

Digital Drop In at Rawthorpe & Dalton Library

 Wed, 11.3.2026 13:00 - 15:00 

IT support drop in for help with any IT related issues  Read more

Just Crafting Around at Cleckheaton Library

 Thu, 12.3.2026 10:00 - 12:00 

Arts, sewing and crafts session.  Read more

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 Kirklees Museums

The Kirkwood: Mother's Day in Bloom

 Sun, 8.3.2026 10:00 - Sun, 12.4.2026 16:00 

Discover a breathtaking installation of 1,000 vibrant handmade peonies, displayed in Oakwell’s Walled Garden, created by The Kirkwood 🌸💐  Read more

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 Art Markets & Craft Fairs

OPEN CALL FOR ENTRIES- Sculpture Lounge Summer Show

 Sun, 1.2.2026 00:00 - Tue, 10.3.2026 00:00 

Each summer, Sculpture Lounge holds a major exhibition at their studio building in the picturesque town of Holmfirth. 

Submissions are sought now for ...  Read more

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 Books & Literature

History! Intrigue! Adventure! Talk by John Taylor

 Tue, 10.3.2026 19:30 - 21:30 

John Taylor talks about his travel adventures shortly after WW2  Read more

Talk by Stan Abbott: Greenland, the Faroes & the incredible shrinking empire of Denmark

 Thu, 12.3.2026 19:00 - 21:00 

Author Stan Abbott talks about colonial history, Trump and the Faroese journey towards independence.  Read more

Cleckheaton Zine Club

 Sat, 14.3.2026 12:30 - 14:30 

Make zines with us at Cleckheaton Library! Bring along a project you've been working on, or start something new. We'll provide everything you need, an ...  Read more

Tiny Readers

 Tue, 10.3.2026 09:00 - 10:00 

Tiny Readers at The Fields – A Reading Club for Parents / Carers and Young Children! Looking for a fun way to get your child (0-4 years) excited abou ...  Read more

W.I. Friends Group at Marsden Library

 Thu, 12.3.2026 10:00 - 12:00 

Activities including guest speakers, quizzes and crafts. Meets monthly.  Read more

Dewsbury and District Third Age Book Group at Mirfield Library

 Mon, 9.3.2026 10:30 - 12:30 

A book discussion group  Read more

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 Kirklees Town Halls

Lunchtime Organ Concert: Charles Francis

 Mon, 9.3.2026 13:00 - 14:00 

Charles Francis visits Huddersfield from the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York. His dazzling programme includes Thalben-Ball’s showpiece ...  Read more

The Three Degrees

 Fri, 13.3.2026 19:30 - 20:45 

The Three Degrees – Live at Huddersfield Town Hall 🎤✨ On Sale Now – Don’t Miss the Return of a Soul & Disco Legend! 💃 For over six decades, The Th ...  Read more

Time of My Life - Elaine Howarth's Centrestage

 Sat, 14.3.2026 13:30 - 16:00 | +1  

Time of My Life" - Elaine Howarth's Centrestage Dance Studio 20th Anniversary Show The talented children from the Cleckheaton Studio will perform an e ...  Read more

Huddersfield Choral Society - Music Makers

 Sat, 14.3.2026 19:30 - 21:30 

As the Choral approaches its 190th birthday, what more appropriate than a concert that celebrates the very making of music? As a birthday present HCS ...  Read more

Musical Theatre Classes

 Wed, 11.3.2026 18:15 - 19:15 

Enrolling now for September  Read more

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 Children & Families

Brockholes Open House

 Tue, 10.2.2026 00:00 - Tue, 28.4.2026 00:00 

A warm space to enjoy talks and activities  Read more

The Kirkwood: Mother's Day in Bloom

 Sun, 8.3.2026 10:00 - Sun, 12.4.2026 16:00 

Discover a breathtaking installation of 1,000 vibrant handmade peonies, displayed in Oakwell’s Walled Garden, created by The Kirkwood 🌸💐  Read more

Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

 Sun, 15.3.2026 00:00 - 00:00 

Mother's Day Afternoon Tea presented by Brockholes Open House  Read more

Junior Art Club - Saturdays

 Sat, 14.3.2026 09:30 - 11:00 

It’s time for your little ones to get creative!  Read more

Young Creatives - 11+ Years - Saturdays

 Sat, 14.3.2026 11:15 - 13:00 

Explore your inner creative at our Saturday Art Club!  Read more

Mother's Day in Bloom

 Sun, 8.3.2026 00:00 - Sun, 12.4.2026 00:00 

Mother’s Day in Bloom is a stunning installation of 1,000 flowers at Oakwell Hall, celebrating mums and loved ones while supporting The Kirkwood’s vit ...  Read more

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 Comedy

Joe Kent-Walters is Frankie Monroe: DEAD!!! (Good Fun Time)

 Fri, 13.3.2026 20:00 - 21:50 

EDINBURGH COMEDY AWARD BEST NEWCOMER 2024 JOE KENT-WALTERS IS FRANKIE MONROE IS BACK, AFTER YET ANOTHER SOLD-OUT RUN AT THE EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL! ...  Read more

Educating Rita

 Wed, 11.3.2026 00:00 - Sat, 14.3.2026 00:00 

Huddersfield Thespians presents Educating Rita by Willy Russell at Longwood Mechanics Hall, Huddersfield. This play runs from 11 – 14 March 2026.  Read more

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 Exhibitions

Make Your Own Paint Palette

 Mon, 9.3.2026 18:00 - 20:00 

Make your own Ceramic Paint Palette at Globe 2 with Lauren  Read more

William Kentridge: The Pull of Gravity

 Sat, 28.6.2025 00:00 - Sun, 19.4.2026 00:00 

This major exhibition by South African artist William Kentridge marks the first museum presentation outside South Africa focussing on his sculpture.  Read more

Marshmallow Laser Feast: Of the Oak

 Tue, 9.12.2025 10:00 - Sun, 15.3.2026 15:30 

Visit the Chapel this winter and discover Of the Oak, an immersive sound and video experience by internationally acclaimed artist collective Marshmall ...  Read more

PRETTY THINGS by Debby Wilder - Oscillate Exhibition

 Mon, 2.3.2026 08:00 - Sat, 28.3.2026 16:00 

Debby Wilder transforms vintage memorabilia from her personal archive into vibrant Risograph prints that bring bold, nostalgic energy to your space.  Read more

Louise Lockhart: Cake Crumbs and Lemonade

 Sat, 7.3.2026 09:00 - Sun, 28.6.2026 18:00 

Cake Crumbs and Lemonade will be the largest solo exhibition to date by illustrator Louise Lockhart (aka The Printed Peanut).  Read more

The Kirkwood: Mother's Day in Bloom

 Sun, 8.3.2026 10:00 - Sun, 12.4.2026 16:00 

Discover a breathtaking installation of 1,000 vibrant handmade peonies, displayed in Oakwell’s Walled Garden, created by The Kirkwood 🌸💐  Read more

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 Festivals & Carnivals

St Patrick's Day 2026

 Sun, 15.3.2026 12:00 - 16:00 

Get ready for a fantastic day of Irish culture, music, and celebration with the 2025 Huddersfield St Patrick's Day Parade  Read more

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 Film

The Apostle

 Mon, 9.3.2026 19:00 - 21:45 

Robert Duvall delivers a captivating performance as a Texan whose life unravels after his wife's affair, prompting him to change his name and move to ...  Read more

Dragonfly

 Sun, 15.3.2026 19:00 - 21:45 

A neglected pensioner, brilliantly portrayed by Brenda Blethyn, forms an unlikely bond with her young neighbour, played impressively by Andrea Risebor ...  Read more

A Face in the Crowd

 Mon, 16.3.2026 19:00 - 21:45 

Hollywood director Kazan delivers sharp satire on American politics, media, and advertising. Andy Griffith plays 'Lonesome' Rhodes, a country singer w ...  Read more

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 History & Heritage

Stained Glass Birds workshop

 Tue, 10.3.2026 11:00 - 16:00 

Create your own bird decorations whilst learning the art of Stained Glass  Read more

Hot Glass Bead Making

 Tue, 10.3.2026 11:30 - 15:30 

Join Zoe for a day of hot glass bead making!  Read more

Ancestry Help at Birstall Library

 Tue, 10.3.2026 10:00 - 12:00 

Help with searching Ancestry.com  Read more

Ancestry Help at Golcar Library

 Tue, 10.3.2026 10:00 - 13:00 

Help with searching Ancestry.com  Read more

Local History Group at Kirkheaton Library

 Thu, 12.3.2026 18:00 - 19:00 

Informal group for people interested in genealogy and local history  Read more

Ancestry Help at Mirfield Library

 Fri, 13.3.2026 14:00 - 16:00 

Help with searching Ancestry.com  Read more

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 Music

Lunchtime Organ Concert: Charles Francis

 Mon, 9.3.2026 13:00 - 14:00 

Charles Francis visits Huddersfield from the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York. His dazzling programme includes Thalben-Ball’s showpiece ...  Read more

Northern Soul Sunday

 Sun, 15.2.2026 14:00 - Sun, 15.3.2026 18:00 

Join us for an afternoon of dancing, music, and great vibes 💃🕺  Read more

The Three Degrees

 Fri, 13.3.2026 19:30 - 20:45 

The Three Degrees – Live at Huddersfield Town Hall 🎤✨ On Sale Now – Don’t Miss the Return of a Soul & Disco Legend! 💃 For over six decades, The Th ...  Read more

The ELO Show Holmfirth Picturedrome

 Fri, 13.3.2026 19:30 - 21:30 

Critically acclaimed tribute show to the music of Jeff Lynne and ELO. Featuring some of the best musicians in the UK, a female string section and a st ...  Read more

Singing Together - Free singing workshops

 Sat, 14.3.2026 10:30 - 12:00 

A cappella songs to lift our spirits.  Read more

Paddock Orchestra - Spring Concert

 Sat, 14.3.2026 19:30 - 21:30 

Join Paddock Orchestra for a sparkling Spring Concert at St John the Divine Church, Rastrick, on Saturday 14 March 2025 at 7.30pm.  Read more

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 Textiles

Sew Queer Stitch Social

 Tue, 10.3.2026 18:00 - 20:00 

A monthly stitch social for LGBTQIA+ folks in Huddersfield - bring your own project and craft with us!  Read more

Measure & Make (sewing workshop)

 Mon, 1.12.2025 13:00 - Mon, 6.7.2026 15:00 

Are you looking for ways to learn or improve your sewing skills? Join us for 'Measure & Make' alongside Kirklees Success Centre, who will be deliver ...  Read more

Printed Pattern: wood block printed textiles with Aidan Liggins at West Yorkshire Print Workshop

 Sat, 14.3.2026 10:30 - 16:30 

Join guest tutor and print-maker Aidan Liggins on this full day workshop, exploring the traditional process of wood block carving and repeat pattern o ...  Read more

Just Crafting Around at Cleckheaton Library

 Thu, 12.3.2026 10:00 - 12:00 

Arts, sewing and crafts session.  Read more

Knit and Natter at Almondbury Library

 Mon, 9.3.2026 14:00 - 16:00 

Share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Fortnightly on Mondays.  Read more

Knit and Natter at Birstall Library

 Tue, 10.3.2026 13:00 - 15:00 

Knitting and crochet for charity.  Read more

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 Theatre

Joe Kent-Walters is Frankie Monroe: DEAD!!! (Good Fun Time)

 Fri, 13.3.2026 20:00 - 21:50 

EDINBURGH COMEDY AWARD BEST NEWCOMER 2024 JOE KENT-WALTERS IS FRANKIE MONROE IS BACK, AFTER YET ANOTHER SOLD-OUT RUN AT THE EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL! ...  Read more

Sutton School of Performing Arts: The Beat Goes On

 Sat, 14.3.2026 14:00 - 15:50 | +1  

THE BEAT GOES ON IS A HIGH-ENERGY CELEBRATION OF TALENT, PASSION, AND PERFORMANCE. Featuring students aged just 2 years through to teens, this specta ...  Read more

Abigail Warburton Stage School presents: LIVIN' LA VIDA LOCA

 Sun, 15.3.2026 11:00 - 13:35 | +1  

GET READY FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE DANCE & DRAMA SHOWCASE FROM ABIGAIL WARBURTON STAGE SCHOOL, BURSTING WITH ENERGY, TALENT AND CREATIVITY!  This spectac ...  Read more

Educating Rita

 Wed, 11.3.2026 00:00 - Sat, 14.3.2026 00:00 

Huddersfield Thespians presents Educating Rita by Willy Russell at Longwood Mechanics Hall, Huddersfield. This play runs from 11 – 14 March 2026.  Read more

Musical Theatre Classes

 Wed, 11.3.2026 18:15 - 19:15 

Enrolling now for September  Read more

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 Workshops & Courses

Painterly Multi-Plate Etching (on Steel) with Kate Desforges at West Yorkshire Print Workshop

 Mon, 9.3.2026 10:00 - 17:00 

Join artist printmaker & WYPW technician Kate Desforges for a playful workshop exploring painterly mark making with aquatint & multiplate etching on s ...  Read more

Make Your Own Paint Palette

 Mon, 9.3.2026 18:00 - 20:00 

Make your own Ceramic Paint Palette at Globe 2 with Lauren  Read more

Stained Glass Birds workshop

 Tue, 10.3.2026 11:00 - 16:00 

Create your own bird decorations whilst learning the art of Stained Glass  Read more

Hot Glass Bead Making

 Tue, 10.3.2026 11:30 - 15:30 

Join Zoe for a day of hot glass bead making!  Read more

Creative Writing online evening workshops

 Tue, 10.3.2026 18:30 - 19:30 

Free evening online creative writing workshops in March. All levels of experience are warmly welcomed.  Read more

Measure & Make (sewing workshop)

 Mon, 1.12.2025 13:00 - Mon, 6.7.2026 15:00 

Are you looking for ways to learn or improve your sewing skills? Join us for 'Measure & Make' alongside Kirklees Success Centre, who will be deliver ...  Read more

View more by clicking   here

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