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Now in its fifth year, Bradford Music Month is a month-long series of music events, workshops and live performances taking place across the district. Alongside showcasing local talent, the programme supports independent promoters, hosts industry talks and panel discussions, and celebrates Bradford's diverse music scene.

This year's programme also marks the launch of the Bradford District Music Strategy, a new action plan for Bradford's music future developed with input from more than 150 people and organisations across the sector.

Featured events include:

6 November 2026 • 19:30 | Flat & the Curves: Rosé Tinted - Award-winning comedy girl band Flat & the Curves return with their well-aged cabaret, Rosé Tinted.
Part of Loading Bay.

20 November 2026 • 19:30 | Transglobal Underground - A joyful night celebrating the diverse sounds of global fusion music.
Part of Bradford Music Month.

28 November 2026 • 19:30 | Bassline Symphony - The month culminates at Bradford Live, bringing together bassline pioneers and the next generation of artists for a unique celebration of one of Bradford's most influential musical genres.

Other highlights include Space Trash Festival at The 1 in 12 Club, Xentrix with Nervosa at Nightrain, The Lords of Misrule & Crisps at Bingley Arts Centre, The Magpies & Anjaana at Thornton Community Centre, Bradford Opera Festival: The Marriage of Figaro at Bradford Arts Centre, BELWARP's Silverwingkiller, Sin Clair and more in Shipley, community concerts, open mic nights, folk performances and youth-curated events.

Events take place throughout November 2026 at venues across the district, including Bradford Live, Loading Bay, The 1 in 12 Club, Nightrain, Bingley Arts Centre, Thornton Community Centre, Darley Street Market, The Underground and Bradford Arts Cente.