Welcome to Huddersfield Hub’s monthly What’s On guide for everything that’s happening in and around Huddersfield.
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We’ll keep updating this guide throughout August so keep coming back to stay in the know.
Tuesday 1st to Thursday 31st August – Huddersfield Lego Trail
Info: Hosted by Huddersfield BID. Can you find the 14 Lego models hidden around the town centre? Download the Loyal Free app where you can find the locations and scan a QR code at each one. Click here to find out more
Wednesday 2nd August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Wednesday 2nd August 2023 – Sweethearts with support from Stonevein and Endings
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: 8pm till late
Cost: Free/donation entry
Wednesday 2nd August 2023 – Jazz Club with Rod Mason (sax), Derrick Harris (guitar), Andrzej Baranek (keys), Paul Chamberlain (bass) & Paul Smith (drums/cymbals)
Where: The Head of Steam, St George’s Square, Huddersfield town centre
Time: 8.30pm – 10.30pm
Cost: £5 minimum fee
Wednesday 2nd to Thursday 10th August 2023 – Globe Arts Studio Summer Kids Art Sessions
Info: Run daily 1pm till 5pm, for children aged 8 – 12 years plus SEND with different activities each day and a hot meal. Click here to find out more & book a place.
Where: Globe Arts Studio, Carr Lane, Slaithwaite, HD7 5AG
Thursday 3rd, Friday 4th, Sunday 5th & Sunday 6th August 2023 – Huddersfield Food & Drink Festival – cancelled due to the weather
Thursday 3rd August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Thursday 3rd August 2023 – Asleep at the Helm
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: doors 7.30pm
Cost: £5. Click here for more info & buy tickets
Friday 4th August 2023 – Nearly New Fundraising Coffee Morning
Info: In aid of The Kirkwood and Holmfirth Civic Hall Community Trust. There will be nearly new clothes and toys for sale and a raffle with some great prizes.
Where: The Civic, Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3AS
Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm
Friday 4th August 2023 – Sovereign Court Carnival
Info: With carnival vibes, face painting, henna artist, fashion show, food stalls, health & wellbeing, entertainment plus special guests Audley Buckle from Britain’s Got Talent and the Lord Mayor of Huddersfield
Where; Lockwood Scar, Huddersfield, HD4 6BP
Time: 1pm – 5pm
Friday 4th August 2023 – Summer in the Courtyard with entertainment from Good Earth Collective
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: Gates open 5pm, starts 7pm
Friday 4th August 2023 – Rugby and the Making of Yorkshire – Tony Collins
Where: Marsden Mechanics, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW
Time: 7.30pm start
Cost: £3 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Friday 4th August 2023 – Tall Order with support from Long Island, Top Hats and Northern Dialects
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: Doors 7.30pm
Cost: £6. Click here for more info & buy tickets
Saturday 5th August 2023 – Emley Show
Info: Premier Agricultural Show in the heart of West Yorkshire. A great day for all the family
Where: Factory Farm, Factory Lane, Emley, HD8 9TE
Time: 9am – 5.30pm (last entry 3.30pm)
Cost: Adults £12, children 15 years and under free. Click here to buy tickets
Saturday 5th August 2023 – Marsden Yorkshire Day Celebrations
Info: There will be a mini-cafe and stalls in Marsden Mechanics hall, classic tractors and a crepe stall on the cobbles outside. The cafe will be staffed by Explorers and Scouts from Huddersfield 14th Marsden Scouts, and selling Yorkshire Tea, Dark Woods Coffee, and assorted cakes.
Where: Marsden Mechanics, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW
Time: 10am – 3pm
Saturday 5th August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Saturday 5th August 2023 – Community First Charity Fun Day
Info: A fun day out for the whole family with stalls and games, bouncy castles, face painting, BBQ, mocktails and much more! Free entry.
Where: Northfield Hall, Huddersfield, HD2 1GS
Time: 2pm – 6pm
Saturday 5th August 2023 – Summer in the Courtyard with entertainment from Tapestry
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: Gates open 3pm, starts 7pm
Saturday 5th August 2023 – Jive Rock with DJ Bobby B
Where: Marsden Mechanics, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW
Time: 7.30pm start
Cost: £8 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Saturday 5th August 2023 – Wilstock 3
Info: Over 20 acts over 3 stages raising money for some great causes
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Cost: £10 Click here to buy tickets
Sunday 6th August 2023 – Huddersfield Car Boot Sale
Where: John Smith’s Stadium, Gas Works car park
Time: 7am for sellers (no booking required), 8am for buyers
Cost: £10 per car for sellers. Click here for more info
Sunday 6th August 2023 – Artisan Market
Info: Join Huddersfield BID at the top of New Street and buy a wide range of local hand-crafted gifts, food and drink. For a stall, email: shelby@huddersfieldbid.co.uk
Where: New Street, Huddersfield town centre (near Primark)
Time: 10am – 3pm
Sunday 6th August 2023 – Wildlife Extravaganza
Info: Hosted by Yorkshire Wildlife Trust & Kirklees Badger Protection Group. A family fun day with stalls and presentations from local wildlife experts, owl display, photography, sculptures, face painting, creative crafts, learn about the wildlife and food stalls.
Where: Stirley Farm, Newsome, Huddersfield, HD4 6FA
Time: 10am – 4pm. Free admission
Sunday 6th August 2023 – Marsden Market
Info: Stalls at The Mechanics, The New Inn, The Riverhead, The Bridge Over the Weir.
Time: 11am – 4pm
Sunday 6th August 2023 – Almondbury Liberal Club Summer Fayre
Info: There will be a table top sale, tombola, raffle, face painting and glitter tattoos, summer crafts, learn to bowl, bouncy castle, games and more!
Where: Almondbury Liberal Club, 4 Thorpe Lane, Almondbury, HD5 8TA
Time: 2pm – 5pm
Sunday 6th August 2023 – Bands in the Park with Shepley Band
Where: Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield.
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Sunday 6th August 2023 – Rasm-e-Milan
Info: Part of the Sangam Festival, a relaxed afternoon in the LBT Courtyard to celebrate the different cultures in the community. With performances from choirs, dancers and musicians and chances for you to get involved. The afternoon will include a performance from Song-Geet, a new choir made up of South Asian women from West Yorkshire, who recently performed at Windsor Castle for the Coronation Concert. Free entry, no need to book.
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: from 3pm
Sunday 6th August 2023 – Sunday Blues Train with Darnell Cole & The Vibe
Where: The Railway Pub, 34 Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH
Time: from 4pm
Sunday 6th August 2023 – Prince Reimagined
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: 7.30pm
Cost: £16 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Monday 7th August 2023 – Antiques Valuation Day
Info: Free antique valuation roadshow with Sheffield Auction Gallery.
Where: St Pauls Church Hall, Marsh Lane, Shepley, HD8 8AE
Time: 10am – 2pm. Click here to find out more
Tuesday 8th August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Tuesday 8th August 2023 – Voodoo Glow Skulls with support from Redeemon – Deadbeat at Dawn
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Cost: £15 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Wednesday 9th August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Wednesday 9th August 2023 – Jazz Club with Toby Greenwood (sax), Derrick Harris (guitar), Andrzej Baranek (keys), Paul Chamberlain (bass) & Paul Smith (drums/cymbals)
Where: The Head of Steam, St George’s Square, Huddersfield town centre
Time: 8.30pm – 10.30pm
Cost: £5 minimum fee
Thursday 10th August 2023 – River Holme Connections Open Day
Info: Find out more about work in the catchment area and how you can get involved, making the River Holme better for people, business and wildlife.
Where: The Old Bridge Inn & Coffee House, Market Walk, Holmfirth, HD9 7DA
Time: 10am – 4pm
Thursday 10th August 2023 – Q&A with Huddersfield Town Chairman Kevin Nagle
Info: The event is open to all supporters on a first come first served basis. Magic Rock is a cashless venue but cash donations for entry is appreciated to help raise funds for Cowshed Loyal.
Where: Magic Rock Taproom, Birkby, Huddersfield, HD1 5EB
Time: 7pm start
Thursday 10th August 2023 – The Virginmarys
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Cost: £14 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Friday 11th August 2023 – Dinky Disco: Festival Style!
Info: Gather up your little movers, ravers and shakers for an outdoor daytime dance party!
Suitable for the whole family, there will be face painting, outdoor activities and games along with a resident DJ who will be spinning tracks specially chosen to be enjoyed by little tapping toes and also get big people grooving.
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: 11am – 12noon
Cost: Click here for ticket details
Friday 11th August 2023 – Summer in the Courtyard with entertainment from Lucas Bernard
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: Gates open 5pm, starts 7pm
Friday 11th August 2023 – Irish Arts Foundation presents Bluegrass v Traditional Irish Music
Where: Marsden Mechanics, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW
Time: 7.30pm start
Cost: £9 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Friday 11th August 2023 – Symarip Pyramid (Reggae Ska Legends)
Where: Northern Quarter, Wood Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1DU
Time: 7.30pm – 11pm
Cost: £19 Click here for more info & tickets
Saturday 12th August 2023 – Clare Hill Family Fun Day
Info: Part of the Sangam Festival – a free day of family activities at Clare Hill Centre and gardens. With a South Asian street food stall plus a host of free activities to enjoy, including craft activities using recyclable materials, story trail with prizes, exhibition featuring the eight countries that make up South Asia, photo opportunities with South Asian dress-up props and henna tattooing.
Where: Clare Hill Centre, Clare Hill, Huddersfield, HD1 5BS
Time: 1pm – 4pm
Saturday 12th August 2023 – CoachElla Slawit Festival 2023
Info: Music, arts and wellbeing festival in aid of the Ella Dawson Foundation.
Where: Chain Road, Slaithwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5TY
Time: 1.30pm – 3pm
Cost: £25 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Saturday 12th August 2023 – Summer in the Courtyard with entertainment from Miss D & Friends
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: Gates open 3pm, starts 7pm
Sunday 13th August 2023 – Huddersfield Car Boot Sale
Where: John Smith’s Stadium, St Andrew’s Road car park (behind the South Stand)
Time: 7am for sellers (no booking required), 8am for buyers
Cost: £10 per car for sellers. Click here for more info
Sunday 13th August 2023 – Market on the Farm
Info: Yummy Yorkshire open their barn to host local, talented, handpicked traders to showcase their beautiful, unique wares.
Where: Yummy Yorkshire, Delph House Farm, High Flatts, Denby Dale, HD8 8XY
Time: 10am – 4pm
Sunday 13th August 2023 – Parish Puppy Party
Info: The RSPCA are back at the Parish for the fun filled puppy party! Open to dogs of all ages and sizes with a fun dog show, doggy artwork and gifts for you and your dog too.
Where; The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: 12pm – 4pm
Sunday 13th August 2023 – Sunday Blues Train with James O’Hara Band
Where: The Railway Pub, 34 Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH
Time: from 4pm
Monday 14th August 2023 – Antiques Valuation Day
Info: Free antique valuation roadshow with Sheffield Auction Gallery.
Where: Marsden Mechanics, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW
Time: 10am – 2pm. Click here to find out more
Wednesday 16th August 2023 – New Mill Community Gardens Fun Day
Info: Art/craft activities in the Forestry school shelter, FairandFunky, bird spotting, educational gardening for children, bird box building with River Holme. Free entry and picnic lunch by Central Co-op
Where: Sude Hill, HD9 7ER (beyond the church)
Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 16th August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Wednesday 16th August 2023 – Classic Vehicle Show
Info: Expect to see a mix of classic, rare and retro cars and bikes.
Where: Whistlestop Valley, Park Mill Way, Clayton West, HD8 9XJ
Time: 6pm – 8pm
Cost: £3 entry per person on the gate or online – Click here
Wednesday 16th August 2023 – 3-2-1 Wednesday with Alfie & The Avalon, Brad Mack & Nylon Smile
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: 8pm till late. Free entry.
Wednesday 16th August 2023 – Jazz Club with Brendon Duffy (sax), Derrick Harris (guitar), Mike Conliffe (keys), Paul Chamberlain (bass) & Dave Tyas (drums)
Where: The Head of Steam, St George’s Square, Huddersfield town centre
Time: 8.30pm – 10.30pm
Cost: £5 minimum fee
Thursday 17th August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Thursday 17th August 2023 – A Gazillion Angry Mexicans
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD2 1SP
Cost: £6 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Thursday 17th August 2023 – The Alarm
Where: Holmfirth Picturedrome, Market Walk, Holmfirth, HD9 7DA
Time: doors 7.30pm
Cost: £27.50 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Thursday 17th August 2023 – Huddersfield Blues Club with The Revelator Band
Where: Smile Bar & Venue, Wakefield Road, Aspley, Huddersfield
Time: 8pm – 11pm
Friday 18th August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Friday 18th August 2023 – Summer in the Courtyard with entertainment from Sangam Festival
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: Gates open 5pm, starts 7pm
Friday 18th August 2023 – Slapstick Picnic presents Peter Pan
Where: Marsden Mechanics, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BW
Time: doors 6pm, starts 7pm
Cost: £18, concessions £11, under 10s free. Click here for more info & buy tickets
Friday 18th August 2023 – Water Tower (Bluegrass, Old Time, Punk)
Where: Northern Quarter, Wood Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1DU
Time: 7.30pm – 11pm
Cost: £5 Click here for more info & tickets
Friday 18th August 2023 – The Machine Rages On
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Cost: £10 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Saturday 19th August 2023 – Waves Summer Fayre
Info: A family fun day with 20+ stalls, live music, face painting, games, food, drink and more!
Where: Waves, Upper Mill, Slaithwaite, HD7 5HA
Time: 10am – 3pm
Saturday 19th August 2023 – Guided Walk with Marsden Moor Estate
Info: Marsden to Scammonden. Adjacent to the M62 motorway, this walk teeters around the edge of Scammonden Reservoir, taking in the nice views of the surrounding countryside, woodland, hills and rough pastures. 8.5 miles (5 hours approx)
Time: 10am – 3pm. Click here to visit the events page for Marsden Trust
Saturday 19th August 2023 – Classic Car Show
Info: Celebrating cars and bikes of all ages and styles.
Where: Cliffe House, 140 Lane Head Road, Huddersfield, HD8 8DB
Time: 11am – 4pm. Free entry.
Saturday 19th August 2023 – Paws at the Pub
Info: Join the RSPCA for a day to celebrate all things dog at the Foxglove with a fun dog show, dog obstacle course, stalls and more!
Where: The Foxglove, Penistone Road, Kirkburton, HD8 0PQ
Time: 12pm – 4pm
Saturday 19th August 2023 – Padstock Music Festival
Info: A charity family friendly festival in support of Kirkwood Hospice. A day of live music from Jagged Edge, State of Confusion and Psycho Slinkys plus food, drink and a DJ. The festival will be held in the outdoor playing field.
Where: Paddock Cricket & Athletic Club, West View Rise, Huddersfield, HD1 4UB
Time: 3pm till late. Free entry
Saturday 19th August 2023 – Summer in the Courtyard with entertainment from Rich Sykes plus Special Guests from Woodhouse Musical Theatre Company
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: Gates open 3pm, starts 7pm
Saturday 19th August 2023 – AKA Noel Gallagher
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: doors 7.30pm
Cost: £10 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Saturday 19th August 2023 – Chinese Football + Special Guests
Where: Northern Quarter, Wood Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1DU
Time: 7.30pm – 11pm
Cost: £5 Click here for more info & tickets
Saturday 19th August 2023 – Soulstation – The best soul and Motown experience
Where: Smile Bar & Venue, Wakefield Road, Aspley, Huddersfield, HD1 3AQ
Time: 8pm start
Cost: £10+ Click here for more info & buy tickets
Sunday 20th August 2023 – Huddersfield Car Boot Sale
Where: John Smith’s Stadium, St Andrew’s Road car park (behind the South Stand)
Time: 7am for sellers (no booking required), 8am for buyers
Cost: £10 per car for sellers. Click here for more info
Sunday 20th August 2023 – David Brown Museum Open Day
Where: David Brown Tractor Club, Gate 4, Unit J2 Meltham Mills Industrial Estate, Knowle Lane, Meltham, HD9 4DS
Time: 10am – 3pm
Sunday 20th August 2023 – Mirfield Agricultural Show
Info: Fun for all the family with shows, competitions, live music, stalls, food and drink.
Where: Mirfield Showground, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 9NE
Time: 10am – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults – £6 if bought in advance. £10 on the day. Children under 16 free. Click here to buy tickets in advance
Sunday 20th August 2023 – Jordan Sinnott Foundation Trust Fundraising Day
Info: Four local Huddersfield teams with two semi-finals and a final between Shepley CC, Golcar CC, Honley CC and Scholes CC plus fun for the whole family with BBQ, bouncy castles, raffle, football cards and more!
Where; Shepley Cricket Club, Marsh Lane, Shepley, HD8 8AS
Time: from 12noon
Sunday 20th August 2023 – Bands in the Park with Wakefield Monday Band
Where: Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Sunday 20th August 2023 – Greasepaint and Limelight Walk
Info: Part of the Discover Huddersfield Guided Walk Programme – Join Ian Stevenson on a walk through the centre of Huddersfield to discover the location and history of some theatres, cinemas and music halls of the past including the Lawrence Batley Theatre.
Where: Meet at the main entrance to the University of Huddersfield
Time: 2.30pm – 4pm
Cost: £4.50 Click here to book your place
Sunday 20th August 2023 – Peter Pan
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time/s: 3pm – 4.45pm and 7pm – 8.45pm
Cost: Adults £19, Concessions £12. Click here for more info & buy tickets
Sunday 20th August 2023 – Sunday Blues Train with Blast Lane
Where: The Railway Pub, 34 Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH
Time: from 4pm
Sunday 20th August 2023 – Carol Hodge, Leo Brazil and Daisy Dorothy
Where; The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: Doors 5pm.
Cost: £5. Click here for more info & buy tickets
Sunday 20th August 2023 – Red Rum with support from Bring to Bear
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Cost: £10 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Monday 21st August 2023 – Courtyard Stories
Info: Attic Stories moves into the Courtyard for a night of spoken word and poetry. Award winning poet Rose Condo hosts a special celebration of Marsden Poetry Anthology.
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Cost: Pay as you feel – all money goes to the guest performer. Click here for more info
Tuesday 22nd August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Tuesday 22nd August 2023 – Sangam Festival presents An Evening of Pothwari Sher
Info: Sangam Festival will be transforming the LBT Courtyard into a Pothwari village where you can experience pothwari poetry or sher with traditional instruments. The evening features pothwari poetry artist Raja Abid accompanied by Chaudhary Mohammad Kaleem.
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: 7.30pm – 10pm
Cost: Free but tickets must be booked – click here
Wednesday 23rd August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, Children £60p, Family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Wednesday 23rd August 2023 – Jazz Club with Adrian Ingram’s Jazz Dawgs
Where: The Head of Steam, St George’s Square, Huddersfield town centre
Time: 8.30pm – 10.30pm
Cost: £5 minimum fee
Thursday 24th August 2023 – Family Fun Day
Info: With entertainment, stalls, bouncy castle, face painting, food and more!
Where: Ravensknowle Park, Huddersfield
Time: 11am – 4pm
Thursday 24th August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Thursday 24th August 2023 – Cast
Where: Holmfirth Picturedrome, Market Walk, Holmfirth, HD9 7DA
Time: doors 7.30pm
Cost: £27.50 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Thursday 24th August 2023 – Comedy in the Courtyard with Rob Rouse and Dawn Bailey
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: 8pm start
Cost: £12 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Thursday 24th August 2023 – Vistas
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Cost: £14. Click here for more info & buy tickets
Friday 25th August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Friday 25th August 2023 – Apna Bazaar
Info: Kirklees are hosting their first ever Apna Bazaar Night Market with fresh authentic middle eastern and Asian foods and sweet treats, stalls selling Asian clothing, jewellery, haberdashery and other goods. There will also be Dhol and Bhangra performances throughout the evening, experienced henna hand art plus face painting and glitter tattoos.
Where: Huddersfield Open Market, Brook Street, Huddersfield town centre
Time: 4pm – 9pm
Friday 25th August 2023 – Summer in the Courtyard with entertainment from Lottie Farrell
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: Gates open 5pm, starts 7pm
Friday 25th August 2023 – King King & These Wicked Rivers
Where: Holmfirth Picturedrome, Market Walk, Holmfirth, HD9 7DA
Time: doors 7.30pm
Cost: £22.50 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Friday 25th – Sunday 27th August 2023 – WoodSt.ock Festival 2023
Info: A 3 day music festival in the street outside Northern Quarter.
Where: Northern Quarter, Wood Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1DU
Time: Friday 7.30pm – 10pm, Saturday 2pm – 10pm & Sunday 2pm – 10pm
Cost: £8 for day tickets, £16 for weekend tickets. Click here for more info & buy tickets.
Friday 25th August 2023 – Spoilers
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Cost: £8 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Saturday 26th August 2023 – Outlane Art Group’s Annual Art Exhibition
Where: Outlane Methodist Church, New Hey Road, Outlane.
Time; 10am – 4pm. Free admission.
Saturday 26th August 2023 – Globe Arts Summer Exhibition
Info: Paying homage to Niki De Saint Phalle plus live music from Happy Fish, food from Holly’s Cooking and their art shop will also be open.
Where: Globe Arts Studio, Carr Lane, Slaithwaite, HD7 5AG
Time: 11am – 4pm
Saturday 26th August 2023 – Team Kickstart teams up with UK Stuntdays to present A Day to Remember!
Info: Family entertainment, stalls and lots of stunts! To book a stall or for more info, contact Junior on 07468 157898 or Joy on 07585 007445.
Where; Deighton Arena, Deighton Road, Huddersfield, HD2 1JP
Time: 12noon – 4pm
Saturday 26th August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Saturday 26th August 2023 – The Kirkwood Festival
Info: A mini music festival held in aid of The Kirkwood. With music from Jack Manning, Mason Whittle, The Cast of Ghost the Musical Longwood AOS, Conor Joy, Boxteles plus Ukrainian British Friendship Group, Hathor Belly Dancers with stalls from local small businesses.
Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre Courtyard, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: 12noon – 9pm. Free entry!
Saturday 26th August 2023 – Brockfest
Info: A free to attend, family-friendly event which will feature three live bands, local food vendors and community stalls, showcasing local artists and craftmakers.
Where: Brockholes Recreation Ground
Time: 12noon – 9pm
Saturday 26th August 2023 – La Musica 2023
Info: An all day outside music event in the teepee with international DJ’s playing throughout the day.
Where: Beaumont Arms, Church Lane, Kirkheaton, HD5 0BH
Time: 1pm – 11pm
Cost: £17 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Saturday 26th August 2023 – Halifax Soul Crew
Info: Join DJ’s Mark Summerscales and Adrian Moore for an afternoon of Northern Soul
Where: Smile Bar and Venue, Wakefield Road, Aspley, Huddersfield
Time: 3pm – 8pm. Free to attend – click here for more info
Saturday 26th August 2023 – The Smyths – 20th Anniversary Tour
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Time: doors 7.30pm
Cost: £15 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Saturday 26th August 2023 – The Selecter
Where: Holmfirth Picturedrome, Market Walk, Holmfirth, HD9 7DA
Time: doors 7.30pm
Cost: £27.50 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Sunday 27th August 2023 – Huddersfield Car Boot Sale
Where: John Smith’s Stadium, Gas Works car park
Time: 7am for sellers (no booking required), 8am for buyers
Cost: £10 per car for sellers. Click here for more info
Sunday 27th August 2023 – Market on the Farm
Info: Yummy Yorkshire open their barn to host local, talented, handpicked traders to showcase their beautiful, unique wares.
Where: Yummy Yorkshire, Delph House Farm, High Flatts, Denby Dale, HD8 8XY
Time: 10am – 4pm
Sunday 27th August 2023 – YettonFest
Info: A one-day family friendly music festival with five live bands, food, drink & entertainment throughout the day!
Where: Kirkheaton Cricket & Bowling Club, Bankfield Lane, Kirkheaton, HD5 0JW
Time: Live music from 1pm, free entry!
Sunday 27th August 2023 – Marsden Moor Guided Walk: Drystone Walking Trail
Info: Take a look at the different styles and features of the drystone walls around Marsden. Learn about their purpose and their historical significance in this area. 4 miles (3 hours approx)
Time: 1.30pm – 4.30pm. Click here to visit the events page for Marsden Moor Estate
Sunday 27th August 2023 – Bands in the Park with sounds of the 60s, 70s & 80s with Higher Ground
Where: Beaumont Park, Beaumont Park Road, Huddersfield
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Sunday 27th August 2023 – Waterloo-Fest
Info: With Jagged Edge, Dan Solo & Krapp Disco. Children welcome with face painting and glitter tattoos available. Take a blanket to sit on plus wear appropriate footwear to protect the green.
Where; Waterloo Bowling Club, Wakefield Road, Huddersfield
Time: 2pm – 8pm, free entry.
Sunday 27th August 2023 – Bands on a Trailer
Info: Enjoy the bank holiday weekend with live music, food and drink
Where; Golcar Cricket Club, Swallow Lane, Golcar, HD7 4NB
Time: from 4pm
Sunday 27th August 2023 – Sunday Blues Train with Bloomin’ Hummerz
Where: The Railway Pub, 34 Station Road, Marsden, HD7 6DH
Time: from 4pm
Monday 28th August 2023 – Family Fundraising Day
Info: Raising money for the Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice and will include live music, fairground rides, beer tent, circus themed fun, train rides and more!
Where: Whistlestop Valley, Park Mill Way, Clayton West, Huddersfield, HD8 9XJ
Cost: Click here for more info & purchase tickets
Monday 28th August 2023 – Beaumont Barks Dog Show
Info: A great day for the whole family including a fun dog show, stalls, food, games, funfair and more!
Where: Beaumont Park, Huddersfield
Time: 12pm – 4pm
Monday 28th August 2023 – Tunnel End Festival 2023
Info: An afternoon of music, drink, food and craft stalls
Where: Standedge Tunnel & Visitor Centre, Waters Road, Marsden, HD7 6NQ
Time: 2pm – 9pm
Tuesday 29th August 2023 – Jerron Paxton
Where: The Parish, The Old Courthouse, Queen Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP
Cost: £17.50 Click here for more info & buy tickets
Wednesday 30th August 2023 – Victoria Tower at Castle Hill open to the public
Info: The tower is open on selected dates during the summer holidays.
Time: 12noon – 4.30pm
Cost: Adults £2.20, children 60p, family (2 adults & 2 children) £4.40
Wednesday 30th August 2023 – Jazz Club with Mike Hall (sax), Derrick Harris (guitar), Paul Chamberlain (bass) & Paul Smith (drums/cymbals)
Where: The Head of Steam, St George’s Square, Huddersfield town centre
Time: 8.30pm – 10.30pm
Cost: £5 minimum fee
