Events and What's On across the Bradford districtEvents at Bradford Markets Fantastic events taking place at Bradford Markets: - Threads of Belonging (Until Saturday, 9 May) at Keighley Market - Come and see the community led tapestry artwork called ‘Threads of Belonging’, created in collaboration with local residents and Keighley Creative, at Keighley Market.
- Dipak Mistry (Friday, 10 April | 6pm - 8pm) at Darley Street Market - Dipak Mistry (aka Mistryllaneous) will be performing a vibrant selection of global beats and genre‑spanning tracks.
- Bantams in the Courtyard FanZone (Saturday, 11 April | 11am - 2.30pm) at Darley Street Market - Visitors are invited to enjoy a family‑friendly FanZone in the Darley Street Market Courtyard, delivered in collaboration with Bradford City AFC ahead of each home match.
- Suitcase Rags Orkestra (Friday, 17 April | 6pm - 8pm) at Darley Street Market - Suitcase Rags Orkestra bring a unique blend of original and traditional gypsy blues, noir jazz, junkyard folk and skiffle to this free public event hosted by Mama Hoodoo’s Music and Bradford Markets, featuring tea‑chest bass, vintage guitar and amp, suitcase‑drum percussion, harmonica and kazobo for a truly distinctive live music experience.
- Charity Petrykivka Painting Workshop (Saturday, 18 April | 11am - 4pm) at Darley Street Market - Join us for a beautiful and meaningful Charity Petrykivka Painting Workshop as part of Ukrainian Day at Darley Street Market, Bradford. Petrykivka painting, a traditional Ukrainian folk art recognised by UNESCO as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
- Fishing for Compliments (Saturday, 18 April | 5pm - 7pm) at Darley Street Market - Fishing 4 Compliments Duo — the heart of a Yorkshire indie‑folk five‑piece — will bring their uplifting, harmony‑rich folk‑pop sound to the market. Built around Eileen’s distinctive retro‑style vocals and original songwriting, the duo blend catchy originals with well‑chosen covers for a warm, feel‑good set.
- Ukranian Day (Saturday, 18 April | 10am - 4pm) at Darley Street Market - Darley Street Market will host a vibrant celebration of Ukrainian culture and heritage, bringing together music, dance, food, crafts, and community traditions.
- Worth Valley Hot 7 (Friday, 24 April | 6pm - 8pm) at Darley Street Market - Enjoy lively traditional jazz from the Worth Valley Hot 7 Jazz Band as part of the YardFest series.
Ilkley Easter Bunny Trail Until Sunday, 12 April in Ilkley FREE Flopsy bunnies will be hiding in shops around town, and anyone who finds them all will be entered into a prize draw to win a Hotel Chocolat Ostrich Egg Patisserie — over a kilo of chocolate. Easter Holiday Bunny Hunt Until Sunday, 12 April in Keighley FREE Twelve Easter bunnies are waiting for you to find them in Keighley town centre! It’s free to take part. Get involved for two chances to win £50 of shopping vouchers to spend in Keighley! Find all the names of the bunny and email them to hello@keighleybid.com to enter our FREE prize draw Lady's Slipper and Bees: Pressed Orchids and Their Collectors Until Sunday, 27 September (10am - 4pm) at Cliffe Castle Museum FREE What do bees and lady’s slippers have in common? They are the common names of some of the pressed orchids from the 1800s currently on display at Cliffe Castle! Explore a selection of our Museums & Galleries’ rare and extinct orchid specimens. School Holiday Fun Until Sunday, 12 April at National Science and Media Museum FREE The National Science and Media Museum invites families to enjoy free activities exploring sound and vision technology throughout the school holiday. Make and Take - Phenakistoscopes: Visitors can create their own optical toy, inspired by an invention first developed nearly 200 years ago. Science on a Sphere and Optical Toys Demo: The museum’s Explainer team presents daily demonstrations in Wonderlab, showcasing light, motion and visual illusion. Self‑Led Family Learning: Shadow City Families can experiment with light and shadow to build their own illuminated cityscape. Pre-Raphaelites Reframed Until Thursday, 31 December (10am - 4pm) at Cartwright Hall FREE Cartwright Hall presents a selection of works from Bradford District Museums & Galleries’ Pre-Raphaelite collection. The Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood was founded in London in 1848 by artists Dante Gabriel Rossetti, John Everett Millais and William Holman Hunt. The group set out to challenge the dominant artistic conventions of their time. Rejecting the teachings of the Royal Academy and the influence of artists such as Raphael, they instead looked to earlier traditions of painting for inspiration. Their work is known for its intense details, bright colours, and depictions of nature, often using real people as models rather than idealised classical figures. Jim Moir: Neo Fauna Until Monday, 31 August (10am - 4pm) at Cartwright Hall FREE Step into the imaginative world of Jim Moir, the celebrated British artist, AKA Vic Reeves. His new collection bursts with colour, personality and affection for British wildlife. (Un)Layering the Future Past of South Asia: Young Artists’ Voices Until Thursday, 31 December (10am - 4pm) at Cartwright Hall FREE The vibrant, hybrid and paradoxical region of South Asia, home to a quarter of the world’s population, has birthed a new generation of artists. Sharing centuries of overlapping civilisations and an abundance of common cultural formations, they bring a fresh perspective to artmaking that defies national state boundaries. This is a selection of 12 artists’ voices from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The Big Picture Until Thursday, 31 December (10am - 4pm) at Cartwright Hall FREE Several of the largest paintings in Bradford’s collection come together in this display, spanning more than two centuries of art. The Big Picture brings together some of the largest works in Bradford’s collection, including paintings by L.S. Lowry, August Müller and Salima Hashmi’s monumental Zone of Dreams. Many of these works have not been displayed together for more than a decade. Global Perspectives and Islaminc Calligraphy Until Thursday, 31 December (10am - 4pm) at Cartwright Hall FREE One gallery, two halves. This exhibition explores creativity across cultures and generations through contemporary artist film and the enduring tradition of Islamic calligraphy. Divided into two complementary displays, the gallery brings together international voices from the collection of Art Jameel alongside works from Bradford District Museums & Galleries’ own collection. Together they highlight how artists respond to the world around them, from global social change to centuries-old artistic traditions. Family Craft: Sewing and Embroidery Friday, 10 April (11am - 3pm) at Bradford Industrial Museum FREE This session offers simple embroidery and sewing inspired by the upcoming Heritage Craft exhibition Made by Many Hands. It provides a great family day out at Bradford Industrial Museum, with hands‑on activities, creative exploration and plenty to enjoy across the site. Haworth and Yorkshire Creatives Makers Market Saturday, 11 April - Sunday, 12 April (10am - 4pm) at The Old School Room, Haworth FREE Haworth & Yorkshire Creatives ‘Makers Market’ is back. Curated by Brontë Bitch who is also based in Haworth, she launched this grassroots event, from scratch, with the sole purpose to spotlight exceptional independent makers, crafters, photographers, artists, designers, bakers showcasing handmade products, made in Haworth and across Yorkshire. It’s a sustainable way to support local creatives and shop small. Guided walks Fantastic, scenic walks taking place across the district: Local Patching Workshop Saturday, 11 April (10am -12pm) at Denso Marston Nature Reserve FREE Denso Marston Nature Reserve invites visitors to a hands‑on introduction to local patching — the practice of getting to know and record wildlife in a personal area, whether that’s a garden, a field, a nature reserve or a favourite walking route. This friendly workshop is suitable for everyone, from complete beginners to experienced birdwatchers. Participants will learn why having a “patch” is so rewarding, what to look for throughout the seasons, and how to record their sightings. Slow Art Day Saturday, 11 April (11.30am - 3.30pm) at Cartwright Hall FREE Discover the joy of slow looking at our amazing artworks on Slow Art Day. Our Slow Art tours will include a relaxation session, a slow tour of the artworks in the galleries and light refreshments. Saltaire Farmers' Market Sunday, 12 April (10am - 3pm) in Roberts Park FREE The Saltaire Farmers' Market takes place on the second Sunday of every month at The Promenade in Roberts Park. It offers a wide variety of products from local and independent traders, including hot food and drinks, baked goods, cheese, cakes, pies, pretzels, brownies, chocolates, charcuterie, fish, fruits, vegetables, jewellery, candles, clothes, gifts, and treats. Tour of Bradford Cathedral Saturday, 18 April (11am - 2pm) at Bradford Cathedral Tickets: £5.28 Visitors are invited to join the Cathedral’s expert historian to explore the story of the building, which stretches back almost 1,400 years. For anyone wishing to learn more about this remarkable place—its history, its architecture and its many treasures—this tour offers a rare opportunity. Bradford Cathedral is the only site in the city where visitors can encounter a history spanning nearly 1,400 years and explore a beautiful medieval building that includes Saxon fragments, Victorian and 20th‑century extensions, stunning Morris & Co. and other stained glass, and a wealth of historic and contemporary features. The Great Ilkley Duck Race Saturday, 18 April (2.15pm) in Ilkley Come and join us for the Great Ilkley Duck Race 2026, and help raise funds for local charities. Organized by the Rotary Club of Ilkley, this major community event typically features 6,000 yellow ducks racing in aid of local charities, along with a business-sponsored Red Duck race, promising fun for the town on the riverside World Heritage Day Saturday, 18 April (10am - 10pm) in Roberts Park FREE World Heritage Day – Saltaire, celebrating 25 years as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, takes place on 18 April in Roberts Park. The day features a Roberts Park parkrun, artisan markets, community stalls, creative workshops, a dog show, birds of prey displays, dance performances, street entertainers, traditional fairground attractions, and a variety of activities across the park. Wednesday @ One - Organ Recital Wednesday, 22 April - Wednesday, 8 July (1pm) at Bradford Cathedral FREE Bradford Cathedral’s weekly organ recital series showcases top‑class performers presenting music from across the centuries in a relaxed and welcoming setting. This season focuses on the theme 250 Years since the American Declaration of Independence. St George's Hall - Heritage Tour Friday, 24 April (10.30am) at St George's Hall Tickets: £5 Join us for a guided tour around the historic St George’s Concert Hall. Go behind the scenes and on stage to discover the fascinating history of this landmark Bradford venue, and the exciting range of people who have performed and gathered here since 1853. St George's DaySaturday, 25 April (11am - 3pm) at Town Hall Square, Keighley FREE Bring the whole family for an action‑packed day featuring: - Free face painting
- Free balloon bodelling
- Free knight dueling workshop
- Free St George’s Day crafts
- Free circus workshop
- Stilt walkers
It’s completely free, and everyone’s welcome. Come celebrate with us and enjoy a brilliant day in the town centre. Cherry Blossom Festival Sunday, 26 April at Bolling Hall FREE Celebrate spring with a full day of hands‑on activities, stories and seasonal fun for all ages. Plant bulb pots with the Bolling Hall gardeners and create handcrafted tissue‑paper blossom. Enjoy children’s story time in the library, and meet Bookstart Bear as he wakes up for spring. Our literacy trust volunteers will also be on hand with books to give away. Taste: BD Saturday, 2 May - Sunday, 3 May in City Park FREE Over the May bank holiday weekend, City Park and Centenary Square will come alive with a celebration of local businesses, live talent and creative energy. Visitors can expect a diverse line-up of street food traders, pop-up bars, live music and entertainment, alongside new art installations, enhanced site design and immersive festival features. |
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