Calderdale Council will mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day) on Friday 15 August 2025. Whilst VE Day (Victory in Europe) marked the end of the war in Europe in May 1945, many thousands of Armed Forces personnel were still involved in fighting in the Far East. VJ Day marks the anniversary of… read more … about Celebrating and commemorating VJ Day>>
A popular Calderdale festival that restarted during the borough’s Year of Culture 2024 is back this weekend. People’s Park Festival of diverse cultures is returning to Halifax on Sunday 3 August, as a CultureDale(external link) legacy and a celebration of South Asian Heritage Month. From 11am to 8pm, a rich mix of film, food, performances… read more … about Major cultural festival returns to Calderdale>>
An exciting new chapter has begun in Calderdale’s story, and everyone can play a part. Vision 34 for Calderdale is an inspiring, long-term ambition for the whole borough that all residents and organisations can jointly work towards, to help make life better for everyone. Over 200 people saw the launch of the Vision at Calderdale… read more … about Building hope through new 10-year vision for Calderdale>>
Families in Calderdale can take part in a special event in Halifax town centre on Saturday 28 June, highlighting the valuable work of the Armed Forces community. Armed Forces Day(external link) takes place every year on the last Saturday in June. It marks the culmination of a week of celebrations, when people show their support… read more … about Celebrate Armed Forces Day in Halifax>>
A new web resource is helping local people to find out more information about the opportunities available to support adults in Calderdale, all in one place. The Community Information Directory(external link) has been developed by Calderdale Council, in partnership with local health and community partners. This free, interactive resource is a searchable directory which brings… read more … about New directory provides one-stop-shop for local opportunities>>
A month on from this year’s Anne Lister Birthday Festival, Calderdale Council is reflecting on the festival’s success and its part in the borough’s Year of Culture. The Anne Lister Birthday Festival took place from 29 March to the 6 April, celebrating what would have been the 234th birthday of Halifax’s famous landowner, entrepreneur, mountaineer,… read more … about Anne Lister Birthday Festival welcomes the world to Culturedale>>
People in Calderdale are encouraged to come together to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Thursday 8 May 2025 is 80 years since Victory in Europe Day, when the Second World War came to an end in Europe. Back on this momentous day in 1945, spontaneous celebrations took place across the country. A national… read more … about Calderdale to come together for VE Day 80>>
As the incredible Year of Culture in Calderdale draws to a close, a series of striking light installations will be one of the last spectacles marking the grand finale. Since the Year of Culture (CultureDale(external link)) started in April 2024 to celebrate Calderdale’s 50th birthday, over 350 events and 110 projects have been supported. April… read more … about Final CultureDale event will stand out like a beacon>>
A time capsule discovered during construction work in Halifax town centre is going on display at the Piece Hall Visitor Centre in the town. The time capsule from 1998 was found by contractors Galliford Try during works on the A629 phase 2 Halifax town centre project, which is being delivered by Calderdale Council. Originally buried… read more … about Time capsule from 1998 to go on display at The Piece Hall>>
