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25/06/2025
If you’re looking for something to do with your sunny weekends before the school holidays start, then take a look at below at some of the incredible events coming up over the next couple of weeks.
5th July – FREE
On Saturday, 5th July, head to City Park for a space-themed family fun day, with plenty of free activities for everyone. From cosmic face painting to performances and roaming characters, this free day is a fantastic day of discovery for the whole family.
5th July – Adults £31 | Children £20
Returning for 2025, this is your chance to experience the best local fish and chips while travelling through the Worth Valley on the steam train. Starting from Oxenhope, the train will make two trips to Keighley where you will receive your fish and chips from local chippy Jacks Fisheries. On your second arrival at Keighley, there will be a band ready to entertain you while you stretch your legs, or dance the night away on the platform.
11th – 21st July – Various £
The Haworth Festival brings music, literature, comedy and much more to the village to celebrate the cultural heritage of the area.
Over the duration of the festival, there is an incredible range of events to get involved with from dance workshops and wellness walks, to a seminar day about the Bröntes and a sea shanties show.
Follow the link above to find out more about what’s on, and to book tickets for each event.
The Witch Trial of Mary Sykes at Bolling Hall
12th July – FREE
Taking place at Bolling Hall, during the trial, children ages seven and up will get to meet Mary Sykes and Justice of the Peace William Tempest and decide whether Mary is guilty or not guilty of being a witch. Children will also get the chance to make their own lucky charms using crystals and herbs.
You can book your free spaces for the event by calling: 01274 431826
Sound and Vision Family Day at the National Science and Media Museum.
12th July – FREE
To celebrate the opening of the brand-new Sound and Vision galleries at the National Science and Media Museum, visitors will be able to enjoy a day full of family-focused activities as well as the opportunity to see the new galleries and meet the people involved in making it.
Entrance to the museum is free, but make sure to book your tickets in advance at the link above.
19th July – FREE
The annual Shipley Summer Special is taking place in the town centre on Saturday 19th July and this year’s theme is Memories of Shipley. Complete with historical photo exhibitions, live music, face painting, and games, there will be plenty to keep all the family busy this summer. There will also be a market which will showcase local traders available to browse during the day.
One of the reasons we love living and working in Bradford is that there are always plenty of ways to entertain the family. If you’re on the lookout for future events to attend, make sure to keep an eye on our blog as we regularly update this page with family-friendly events and activities for the holidays and beyond.
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