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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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Address
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
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. Go behind the sequins of the world’s largest live music event and discover how the magic really happens.
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
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
National Science and Media Museum, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1NQTelephone
0330 058 0058Bradford
Unleash your inner pop star over the summer holidays with creative activities for all ages at the National Science and Media Museum.
Dates
- From:
- 18 July 2026to31 Aug 2026
Address
Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, Haworth Station, Haworth, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD22 8NJHaworth , Keighley
Summer Steam brings daily heritage journeys to the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway throughout the summer, offering relaxed scenic trips, family‑friendly stops and the timeless charm of steam travel.
Dates
- From:
- 18 July 2026to6 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
Address
NT East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 5ELTelephone
01535 607075Keighley
Enjoy playful family days out this summer at East Riddlesden Hall in Keighley.
Dates
- From:
- 25 July 2026to31 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Bracken Hall Countryside Centre, Glen Road, Baildon, West Yorkshire, BD17 5EATelephone
07938 063 062Baildon
July at Bracken Hall Countryside Centre is packed with hands‑on nature fun, all centered on this month’s 'Wings' theme.
Dates
- From:
- 31 July 2026
Address
Napoleons Casino & Restaurant, Bradford, Bolton Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4DRTelephone
01274 391820Bradford
A tribute evening celebrating ABBA’s greatest hits with live performances and dining, hosted at Napoleons Casino Bradford.
Dates
- From:
- 31 July 2026
Address
Ilkley, West YorkshireIlkley
Celebrate Yorkshire Day with a weekend of fun in Ilkley
Dates
- From:
- 1 Aug 2026to2 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
Address
City Park, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1HYBradford
Bradford City Mela returns with music, dance, food and culture across City Park, plus a community stage at Darley Street Market celebrating local talent and creativity.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Aug 2026to2 Aug 2026Open 12:00 - 20:00
Address
Various Bradford District ParksFree outdoor performances of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night take place this summer at Haworth Central Park, Saltaire Roberts Park and Cliffe Castle Park.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Aug 2026Open 13:30 -
Address
Bradford Playhouse, 4 Chapel Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 5DLTelephone
01274 800415Bradford
A vibrant, high‑energy production filled with spectacular circus magic, powerful musical numbers, and dynamic performances from a young cast at the Bradford Playhouse.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Aug 2026Open 19:00 -
Address
South Square Centre, Thornton, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD13 3LDBradford
Kids can create clay portrait plaques with artist Jess Swift at South Square Centre! No experience needed for this fun workshop.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Various venues across Baildon, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD17 6NDShipley
Baildon is all set to celebrate Yorkshire Day in style!
Dates
- From:
- 1 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Ilkley Manor House, Castle Yard, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9DTTelephone
07480 064142Ilkley
Join us as we celebrate Yorkshire Day at Ilkley Manor House
Dates
- From:
- 1 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
Address
Lund Park, Malsis Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD21 1JQKeighley
Celebrate Yorkshire Day at Lund Park, Keighley, with a free family-friendly event featuring face painting, princess appearances, henna art, and live entertainment.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD2 3HPTelephone
01274 435900Bradford
Yorkshire Day at Bradford Industrial Museum brings live music, Morris dancing, family activities, a visiting horse, and the vibrant Made By Many Hands Makers Market together for a lively summer celebration.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Wibsey Park, Wibsey Park Avenue, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD6 3QDTelephone
01274 800551Bradford
The Bradford Culture Company brings the Beacon to Wibsey Park this August for a month of family‑friendly comedy, music, performance and play.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026
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