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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
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD2 3HPTelephone
01274 435900Bradford
Take part in the Moorside Mill Mystery at Bradford Industrial Museum, exploring historic mill buildings, meeting live suspects and uncovering clues as you work to crack the case.
Dates
- From:
- 12 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Cartwright Hall, Lister Park, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD9 4NSBradford
Celebrate summer at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery with an afternoon/evening of nature-inspired activities, creative workshops and family-friendly fun, all set within the beautiful surroundings of Lister Park and Cartwright Hall.
Dates
- From:
- 14 Aug 2026Open 15:00 - 19:00
Address
16 - 24 Darley Street Courtyard, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 3HHBradford
‘Live at the Courtyard’ brings a weekend of live music to Darley Street Market with headline sets from Pulled Apart By Horses, Lucy Spraggan and The Hoosiers, plus outdoor food, drink and supporting acts.
Dates
- From:
- 14 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Denso Marston Nature Reserve, Otley Road, Baildon, BD17 7JRTelephone
07572 771549Baildon
Join the warden for a quiet, relaxing walk at Denso Marston Nature Reserve, ending with tea and biscuits at the Education Centre in Baildon.
Dates
- From:
- 15 Aug 2026Open 10:00 -
Address
Ilkley Manor House, Castle Yard, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9DTIlkley
This exhibition curated by our Community Curators Group offers a glimpse into life in the Manor House, then known as the Old Castle, and its tenants.
Dates
- From:
- 15 Aug 2026to6 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD2 3HPTelephone
01274 435900Bradford
Enjoy an afternoon of toe-tapping brass band music at Bradford Industrial Museum as Phoenix Band Wakefield performs as part of the Music at the Museum 2026 concert series.
Dates
- From:
- 16 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
Address
City Park, Bradford, BD1 1HYBradford
A bright, beach‑themed summer takeover at City Park, Bradford — right in the heart of the city.
Dates
- From:
- 17 Aug 2026to27 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
Address
Peel Park, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD3 0LABradford
Families can enjoy a packed afternoon of creative, active and hands-on fun, from muddy play, science experiments and pebble painting to car-building challenges and the hilarious live Wonky Olympics theatrical act at Peel Park.
Dates
- From:
- 18 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 6LHKeighley
Friends of the Earth present a free, family‑friendly screening of the stop‑motion animation Savages, directed by Claude Barras at Cliffe Castle Museum.
Dates
- From:
- 18 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Bolling Hall, Bowling Hall Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD4 7LPTelephone
01274 431826Bradford
Sketch an item from the Georgian nursery at Bolling Hall and make a clay model. Alongside the activities for older children, this event will also have activities suitable for children aged 0-5 years old.
Dates
- From:
- 19 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Cartwright Hall, Lister Park, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD9 4NSBradford
Explore the Pre-Raphaelite Portrait exhibition at Cartwright Hall, Bradford, and work with an artist to create your own portrait to take home.
Dates
- From:
- 20 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD2 3HPTelephone
01274 435900Bradford
Come to this family workshop to experience the magic of storytelling. You can make a miniature book to tell your own story at Bradford Industrial Museum.
Dates
- From:
- 21 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Baildon Railway Station, Station Road, Baildon, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD17 6SEBaildon, Shipley
Join Baildon Walkers Are Welcome for a railway-related circular walk from Baildon to Thackley and back again.
Dates
- From:
- 21 Aug 2026Open 10:00 -
Address
Denso Marston Nature Reserve, Otley Road, Baildon, BD17 7JRTelephone
07572 771549Baildon
A short introduction to the simple tools used to care for Denso Marston Nature Reserve in Baildon.
Dates
- From:
- 22 Aug 2026Open 10:00 -
Address
Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 6LHTelephone
01535 618231Keighley
Come along, dress up as a fairy or dragon, meet fairy dancers, enjoy face painting and join a teddy bears’ picnic with Bradford Libraries at Cliffe Castle Museum.
Dates
- From:
- 25 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Bolling Hall, Bowling Hall Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD4 7LPTelephone
01274 431826Bradford
Held at Bolling Hall, this family-friendly outdoor event invites children to enjoy bubbles, games and imaginative play.
Dates
- From:
- 26 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Address
Baildon Rugby Club, Jenny Lane, Baildon, West Yorkshire, BD17 6RSTelephone
01274 82644Baildon
The Shipley Harley Rally Ride-Out, led by The Wrecking Crew, is a highlight of the Shipley Harley Rally, with bikes gathering and setting off from Baildon Rugby Club and live music taking place across venues and bars in Baildon.
Dates
- From:
- 28 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026
Address
North Parade, Bradford, West YorkshireBradford
Bradford’s biggest street party is taking over North Parade—live music, local flavours, and summer vibes!
Dates
- From:
- 30 Aug 2026
Address
Manor House, Castle Yard, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9DTTelephone
07480 064142Ilkley
Bard in the Yard is back at Ilkley Manor House. This year, audiences can enjoy The Merchant of Venice, directed by Dick Hebbert, alongside Much Ado About Nothing, directed by Andrew Leggott.
Dates
- From:
- 30 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
Address
Marley Playing Fields, Aireworth Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD21 4DBTelephone
07977 215997Keighley
Traditional Agricultural & Horticulture Show with something for all the family, including Livestock, Equestrian, Handicraft & Produce, Ferrets, Fun Dog Show, Special Attractions and much more.
Dates
- From:
- 5 Sept 2026Open 08:30 - 17:30
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