Events and What's On across the Bradford district - October half-termThe David Hockney Gallery Until Sunday, 21 October 2029 (10am - 4pm) at Cartwright Hall FREE This autumn, the David Hockney Gallery at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery will reopen, inviting visitors to return to where it all began and discover the formative years of one of Britain’s greatest artists. Our unique collection at Bradford District Museums & Galleries offers a fascinating insight into David Hockney’s early years, focusing on the period when he was learning to draw, developing his artistic voice and creating some of his earliest work. Together, these works reveal the beginnings of an artist who would go on to become recognised around the world. Halloween events Spooky Halloween events taking place across the district: - Ilkley Pumpkin Trail (Friday, 23 October - Sunday, 1 November) in Ilkley - Follow the Ilkley Pumpkin Trail this half-term and discover 17 creatively carved pumpkins displayed by businesses across the town.
- Shane's Spooky Singo (Friday, 23 October | 6pm - 8pm) at Darley Street Market - Get ready for a special seasonal edition of Shane’s Spooky Singo! Free to play and with prizes to be won, it promises a fun evening for the whole family. Enjoy tasty treats from the street kitchen, while Northern Monk Bar serves locally brewed ales, wines and spirits.
- Mossy Bottom Laboratory (Saturday, 24 October - Sunday, 1 November) at National Science and Media Museum - Can you help Shaun and the Flock catch the Beast of Mossy Bottom? Head to the museum for a week of spooky science experiments, awesome animation workshops, live shows and film screenings to give you all the skills you need to save the day.
- Boll-O-Ween (Wednesday, 28 October | 5pm - 9pm) at Bolling Hall - As darkness falls, join us at Bolling Hall Museum for an evening of spooky seasonal fun. Explore the historic hall on eerie tours, try your hand at spell-making activities and enjoy plenty of Halloween excitement along the way. With thrills, magic and spooky surprises to discover, it’s the perfect chance to experience Bolling Hall after dark.
- The Spooky Express (Thursday, 29 October - Friday, 20 October | 10am) at Oxenhope Station - Step inside our haunted shed, where a few mysterious characters are waiting to welcome you. Join in with our Spooky Show, packed with singing, performances and plenty of Halloween fun before it’s time to board The Spooky Express. Then climb aboard, find your seats and settle in for a journey along the Worth Valley in our specially decorated carriages. Keep your eyes peeled along the way… You never quite know what might be lurking around the railway!
- Halloween Hyacinths (Saturday, 31 October | 11am to 3pm) at Bolling Hall - The museum’s volunteer gardeners will be on hand to help visitors to plant hyacinth bulbs in a pot that they’ve decorated to take home. Halloween is said to be one of the best times to plant hyacinth bulbs.
- Spooky BIMoween (Saturday, 31 October | 11am - 3pm) at Bradford Industrial Museum - Follow our Halloween trail, hunt for skeleton rats hiding around the museum and see if you can discover the ghosts in the machines. Get creative with Halloween crafts, transform your look with face painting, then show off your best monster moves at our spooky disco.
- Keighley's Halloween Spooktacular (Saturday, 31 October | 11am - 4pm) in Keighley Town Centre - Enjoy inflatable axe throwing, Halloween crazy golf, face painting, an award-winning magic show and spooky Wednesday Addams walkabouts, taking place across Keighley Market, the Airedale Centre and Cavendish Street.
- Halloween Trail (Saturday, 31 October | 3pm - 5pm) in Harold Park - Set in the heart of Low Moor, Harold Park will be transformed for a spooktacular afternoon of family fun this Halloween. Organised by the Friends of Harold Park, this free event invites all ages to explore the park, follow a trail of hidden clues and solve the Halloween challenge for a chance to win a prize.
Baildon Farmers Market Saturday, 24 October (9am - 1pm) in Lower Ian Clough Car Park FREE Experience one of the UK’s finest food markets on the fourth Saturday of each month. With on average 25 traders whose stalls display sourdough bread, cheese from the Dales, fresh and smoked fish, herbs, plants and oils, locally grown fruit and vegetables, cakes, jams and preserves, venison and game and much more besides. SENDiVERSE Festival Saturday, 24 October - Saturday, 31 October at various venues FREE Get ready for a week packed with creativity, adventure, discovery and fun as SENDiVERSE Festival celebrates the incredible talents, interests and imaginations of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across Bradford and Keighley! Events at Bradford Markets Fantastic events taking place at Bradford Markets: - Ben Greenwell (Saturday, 24 October | 5pm - 7pm) at Darley Street Market - West Yorkshire music scene favourite Ben Greenwell makes his Darley Street debut, bringing his signature blend of groove, soul and acoustic flair, with plenty of feel-good tunes and laid-back vibes.
- Bantams in the Courtyard FanZone (Tuesday, 27 October | 5pm - 7.30pm) - Visitors can enjoy a family-friendly FanZone in the Darley Street Market Courtyard, held in collaboration with Bradford City AFC ahead of that day’s home match. The event is free to attend and everyone is welcome.
- Under 18s Open Mic Night (Friday, 30 October | 6pm - 8pm) at Darley Street Market - Under 18s Open Mic Night returns, giving young performers the chance to take the stage and showcase their talents in a fun, welcoming and supportive environment.
- Halloween at Keighley Market (Saturday, 31 October | 11am - 3pm) at Keighley Market - Get into the Halloween spirit with a fun-filled family activity. Little monsters can make their own dazzling disco spider to take home and enjoy a spooky snack while exploring the market.
- Wild Boar Street Dig Discovery Day (Saturday, 31 October | 11am - 3pm) at Darley Street Market - Discover the fascinating history of Bradford’s lost districts with artist Naseem Darbey at Darley Street Market. Explore archaeological finds, encounter an interactive sculpture, enjoy storytelling and get creative with family-friendly art activities.
- Giant Bat and Ghost Streamer workshop (Saturday, 31 October | 12pm - 4pm) at Darley Street Market - Get creative this Halloween with a fun-filled family workshop at Darley Street Market! Join local artist Nicola Storr in the Market Courtyard to make your own giant Halloween decorations, including bats, ghosts and pumpkins.
- Afro-Caribbean Market Day (Saturday, 31 October | 2pm - 8pm) at Darley Street Market - Visitors can browse a colourful selection of stalls featuring African apparel and homeware, skincare products, art, books, greeting cards, prints and more.
- INTA (Saturday, 31 October | 5pm - 7pm) at Darley Street Market - Local legend INTA returns to Darley Street Market for a Halloween DJ set, bringing great tunes and plenty of energy to get Saturday night off to a flying start.
Apple Day Saturday, 24 October (12pm - 3pm) at Cliffe Castle FREE Join us for a free, family-friendly Apple Day celebration in Keighley. Come along and enjoy an afternoon of autumn fun and all things apple and nature inspired. There will be free crafts, interactive activities, community stalls including Keighley Healthy Living and Get Out More, games, and live music for all ages to enjoy. Get hands-on at our apple juicing station, where you can see how fresh apples are turned into delicious juice, and have a go yourself. Slow Sunday at Cliffe Castle Sunday, 25 October (11am - 3.30pm) at Cliffe Castle Museum FREE As the clocks change, join us for a day dedicated to taking things at a gentler pace. Enjoy chilled-out tunes, slow art activities, Tai Chi in the galleries, crafting, wellbeing walks and a seasonal tea ceremony, with plenty of opportunities to pause, notice and reconnect. Music at the Museum: May Contain Notes Sunday, 25 October (2pm - 3pm) at Bradford Industrial Museum FREE This performance features May Contain Notes, a long‑established Bradford‑based acoustic band known for their evocative, provocative and reflective performances — always delivered with warmth, humour and a strong sense of storytelling. Diwali Celebrations Tuesday, 27 October (11am - 3pm) at Cliffe Castle Museum FREE This Diwali family fun day brings a colourful celebration of creativity, culture and community to Cliffe Castle Museum, with a range of hands-on activities inspired by the traditions of Diwali. Action for Nature Day Thursday, 29 October (11am - 4pm) at Cartwright Hall FREE Celebrate nature, get hands-on with wildlife-friendly activities and discover ways to support nature's recovery at Action for Nature Day. Join us, along with Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and partners, for a free family-friendly day packed with activities, talks, walks and workshops in the beautiful surroundings of Cartwright Hall and Lister Park. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast, keen gardener or simply looking for something different to do during half term, there will be plenty to get involved in. Cecil Green Arts Lantern Workshops Friday, 30 October (10am - 3.30pm) at Cartwright Hall Tickets: £6 per lantern Get creative with Cecil Green Arts and make your own colourful lantern ready for the Lister Park Lantern Parade. Each ticket includes one plain circular lantern to decorate with paint, with all materials, lights and artist support provided. Once your lantern is finished, you can carry your creation in the Lister Lanterns Parade (4.30pm) and see it shine as part of the procession. The workshop is suitable for young children and is a fun way for families to get involved. One lantern is provided for each ticket booked. Guided walk Fantastic, scenic walk taking place in the district: Save the date - Comedy in the Kitchen Thursday, 26 November (7pm - 10pm) at Darley Street Kitchen Tickets: £15 Following a fantastic first night in July, Comedy in the Kitchen returns for a second helping this November, bringing another brilliant line-up of stand-up talent to Bradford. Headlining the evening is Mick Ferry, described as “an absolute legend” by Jason Manford and a must-see by John Bishop. He’ll be joined by Liam Farrelly, who has appeared on Live at the Apollo, alongside Karen Bayley, acclaimed by fellow comedians Alan Carr and Jasper Carrott. Also taking to the stage are Robby T, UK Pun Championship winner and London Evening Standard Critic’s Choice, and Bradford’s own Deejay Khalda, a sharp storyteller and Comedy Roast winner. Keeping the laughs coming throughout the evening is compere Anthony J Brown, Edinburgh Festival Metro Award winner and BBC New Comedy Award runner-up. |
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