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We can't wait to welcome you to the Bradford district for the summer holidays with lots of exciting events to keep you entertained this year, from BD:Festival to Keighley and Worth Valley Railway's summer steam. Explore the exciting delights of Bradford's fantastic restaurants and bars, attractions and things to do as you set out on your long summer journey.
“I have always been delighted at the prospect of a new day, a fresh try, one more start, with perhaps a bit of magic waiting somewhere behind the morning.” J B Priestley.
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Cartwright Hall, Lister Park, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD9 4NSBradford
Step into the imaginative world of Jim Moir, the celebrated British artist, AKA Vic Reeves at Cartwright Hall, Bradford.
Dates
- From:
- 28 Mar 2026to31 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Loading Bay, 1 Duke Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 3QRBradford
Following its success in 2025, Extraordinary Portraits with Bill Bailey returns to The Loading Bay in Bradford. All six original artworks from the hit BBC One series will be on display at this free exhibition.
Dates
- From:
- 1 May 2026to26 July 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, Eccleshill, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD2 3HPTelephone
01274 435900Eccleshill, Bradford
At Bradford Industrial Museum, Made by Many Hands highlights local craft traditions inspired by the Heritage Crafts list and is accompanied by workshops and events across the site.
Dates
- From:
- 3 May 2026to15 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
Address
National Science and Media Museum, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1NQTelephone
033 0058 0058Bradford
Celebrating 70 years of Eurovision at the National Science and Media Museum.
Dates
- From:
- 15 May 2026to1 Feb 2027
Address
Across Bradford Museums, Bradford, West YorkshireBradford
Free monthly stay‑and‑play sessions for children aged 0–5 and their parents/carers, inspired by 50 Things to Do Before You’re Five.
Dates
- From:
- 30 May 2026to16 Dec 2026
Address
National Science and Media Museum, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1NQTelephone
0330 058 0058Bradford
Family fun at the National Science and Media Museum.
Dates
- From:
- 6 June 2026to18 July 2026Various Opening Times
Address
NT East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 5ELTelephone
01535 607075Keighley
A bold reimagining of Romeo & Juliet in the Lower Fields at NT East Riddlesden Hall, brought to life with dynamic staging, evocative sound and renewed emotional intensity.
Dates
- From:
- 1 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
Address
16 - 24 Darley Street Kitchen, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 3HHBradford
The Darley Street Kitchen will host its first comedy night, featuring top comedians from TV and award‑winning circuits.
Dates
- From:
- 2 July 2026Open 19:00 - 22:15
Address
Ilkley Manor House, Castle Yard, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9DTTelephone
07480 064142Ilkley
photoILKLEY is a grassroots photography festival. As part of the festival, Ilkley Manor House will host exhibitions in both the Western Gallery upstairs and the Housebody downstairs.
Dates
- From:
- 3 July 2026to9 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Roberts Park, Higher Coach Road, Saltaire, BD17 7LUSaltaire
A look into the RAF at Roberts Park, Saltaire.
Dates
- From:
- 3 July 2026to5 July 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Roberts Park, Higher Coach Road, Saltaire, BD17 7LUTelephone
0845 293 0897Saltaire
Fun family festival, Adrenalin fuelled dragon boat racing on the water, and land side attractions for the whole family at Roberts Park, Saltaire.
Dates
- From:
- 3 July 2026to5 July 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Bradford City Centre, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1LATelephone
01274 238374Bradford
Bradford Literature Festival is a ten-day celebration of books, ideas, and culture, featuring over 500 accessible events across literature, arts, and social themes.
Dates
- From:
- 3 July 2026to12 July 2026
Address
Ilkley Manor House, Castle Yard, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9DTTelephone
07480 064142Ilkley
‘Vivid Impressions’ is a vibrant and colourful selection of work by the Solar Gallery Artists at Ilkley Manor House
Dates
- From:
- 4 July 2026to6 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Waggon and Horses Inn, Dyke Nook, Hebden Bridge Rd, Oxenhope, West Yorkshire, BD22 9QETelephone
07843902791Hebden Bridge Rd, Oxenhope
A fantastic charity race through Oxenhope.
Dates
- From:
- 5 July 2026
Address
The Bronte Birthplace, 72-74 Market Street, Thornton, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD13 3HFThornton, Bradford
A gentle, creative workshop at the Brontë Birthplace in Thornton where you’ll craft delicate crepe‑paper sweet peas inspired by the Brontës.
Dates
- From:
- 5 July 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
Address
Station Road, Baildon, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD17 6HSShipley
The Baildon Bluebells Walk, led by Baildon Walkers Are Welcome, starts at Baildon Railway Station and follows a scenic route through the woodland blooms.
Dates
- From:
- 5 July 2026Open 10:15 - 14:30
Address
Northcliffe Park, Bradford Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 3DDShipley
A fun, family‑friendly afternoon in Northcliffe Park with live entertainment, miniature train rides, games, stalls, and local food and drink at the Rae Gala.
Dates
- From:
- 5 July 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
Address
Wonderlab , Level 3, National Science and Media Museum, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1NQTelephone
033 0058 0058Bradford
WonderTots—a high-energy, feel-good family session where music, movement and play take over Wonderlab at the National Science + Media Museum. Led by BoomChikkaBoom.
Dates
- From:
- 6 July 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
- From:
- 7 Sept 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
Address
Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1AJTelephone
01274 432000Bradford
Priscilla Queen of the Desert, based on the 1994 Oscar-winning film, is back at the Bradford Alhambra with a dazzling UK and International tour!
Dates
- From:
- 7 July 2026to11 July 2026Open 19:30 -
Address
King's Hall and Winter Garden, Station Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8HBTelephone
0333 666 3366Ilkley
The show takes place at the King’s Hall & Winter Garden in Ilkley, bringing the Addams Family to life on a grand stage.
Dates
- From:
- 8 July 2026to11 July 2026Various Opening Times
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