Bradford Events and Festivals

Looking for an event in West Yorkshire? Whatever your interests, we're sure one of the Bradford events will interest you. Throughout the summer months there's lots going on including the Bradford Mela, the Ilkley Literature Festival, Bingley Music Live and Bradford city centre events.

Bradford can certainly put on a show and is well-known for its three film festivals including the Bradford International Film Festival (April), Fantastic Films Weekend (June) and the Bradford Animation Festival (November) which are organised by the National Media Museum.

Other highlights include the Ilkley Summer Festival in August, the Saltaire Festival and Christmas events in Haworth. Make sure you find out what's on in Bradford and don't miss a thing!

Open artist's studios, exhibitions and art fairs.

Major Events

From Film Festivals to major arts events and the Bradford Mela there's lots of big events in Bradford.

Throughout the year there are markets where you can buy the best in local produce or browse one of our craft and antique fairs.

Our list of the latest exhibitions at some of the best galleries in Yorkshire including Cartwright Hall and Impressions Gallery.

Join a Brontë guided walk or explore Bradford district's countryside on a walk with Bradford's Countryside Service.

The beautiful Alhambra Theatre has a fantastic programme of shows and the National Media Museum has three cinemas.

From hands-on workshops at the National Media Museum to family orientated festivals, there's plenty to keep the kids entertained.

date	event
Fri 9 Mar 2012 - Sun 2 Sep	In the Blink of an Eye: Media and Movement at National Media Museum
Fri 18, Sat 19 May	Family Film Funday at National Media Museum
Fri 18 May	Twilight Nights at National Media Museum
Fri 1 Jun 2012 - Thu 1 Nov	Fragile Stories: Bradford Animation Festival at National Media Museum
Fri 15 - Sun 17 Jun	Fantastic Films Weekend at National Media Museum