Category Archives: Events

Organisations with ambitious plans for cultural activities in Calderdale are invited to apply for grant funding of up to £15,000. Calderdale’s Year of Culture (CultureDale(external link)), is being celebrated throughout 2024 and until April 2025, with a programme of creativity and activity to celebrate the borough’s 50th anniversary.  To ensure that the benefits of Culturedale… read more … about Grant scheme offers cultural opportunities>>

Getting creative at the Light Up the Valley event in Mytholmroyd

A brand new event will connect Calderdale tradespeople with opportunities to help their business boom. Calderdale Council is holding the free Local Trades Business Breakfast for sole traders, companies and newly qualified tradespeople. The event is taking place at Calderdale College in Halifax on Tuesday 10 September 2024 from 8.30am to 10.30am, and includes a… read more … about Trades breakfast event will dish up business advice>>

Cllr Sarah Courtney outside Halifax Town Hall

Calderdale’s Year of Culture (CultureDale(external link)) programme is helping families to get creative and have fun for free during the school holidays and beyond. Keeping the kids entertained can be a challenge, especially with the cost of living increasing and family budgets becoming more and more stretched. CultureDale offers an inclusive programme of events and… read more … about Council and Eureka! partnership brings free cultural activities this summer>>

Thousands of people enjoyed the successful return of the People’s Park Festival in Calderdale, celebrating the diversity of the borough’s culture. On Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 August, the beautiful People’s Park in Halifax came alive with film, food, entertainment and music, showcasing Calderdale’s multicultural identity and celebrating South Asian Heritage Month.  Over 3000 people… read more … about Thousands enjoy a joyful celebration of diverse cultures>>

Costumes at People's Park Festival

A weekend-long festival celebrating Calderdale’s diverse cultures will mark South Asian Heritage Month, and is a key part of the borough’s Year of Culture 2024. On Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 August from 11am to 8pm, the beautiful People’s Park in Halifax will come alive with film, food, entertainment and music, showcasing Calderdale’s multicultural identity. … read more … about Major festival to showcase Calderdale’s diverse cultures>>

A special event will highlight the valuable work of the Armed Forces community, its importance to Calderdale’s heritage and culture, and the support available to past and present members. Families can take part in Armed Forces Day(external link) on Saturday 29 June at a free fun day on Southgate in Halifax town centre. From 9am… read more … about Celebrate Armed Forces Day in Calderdale>>

Over 250 people gathered at the annual ‘We are Calderdale’ event in Halifax to celebrate 50 years of the borough of Calderdale, the realisation of Vision 2024, the ambitions for 2024 and beyond, and Calderdale’s Year of Culture. On Thursday 13 June, the Council held one of its biggest events of the year at Dean… read more … about Special event celebrates 50 years of Calderdale>>

Annapurna dance performing at We Are Calderdale

A free new event is taking place on the last Friday of every month at Todmorden Markets. The Meet Market is a regular special evening event, held from 6-8pm in the heart of Todmorden at the outdoor market. Each of the themed, monthly events will feature live music, comedy, street food, drinks and gift stalls…. read more … about A chance to meet, eat and enjoy entertainment in Todmorden>>

Band performing at Todmorden Markets

This Pride month, and beyond, Calderdale Council is highlighting how important it is to be yourself, no matter how you identify, and to embrace diversity.   This is a central theme of Calderdale’s Year of Culture (CultureDale(external link)). With a commitment to inclusivity, the 12-month programme of events and activities ensures everyone can take part in,… read more … about CultureDale event inspires you to ‘be here, be you, be proud!’>>