Leeds entertainment and events guide

Classical Fantasia
Kirkstall Abbey on Saturday 18 September

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Art

The Big Draw at Harewood 2010(link opens in a new browser window)
Fun arts activities for children of all ages.

Cinema

Drive-In Movie: Dirty Dancing(link opens in a new browser window)
Classic film 'Dirty Dancing' on the big outdoor screen at Harewood.

Comedy

Stewart Francis: Tour De Francis(link opens in a new browser window)
“Few hours pack in so many gags with such a high hit rate.” (Chortle.co.uk)

Culture

Summer Bands in the Park - September 10(link opens in a new browser window)
Top brass and jazz bands play live concerts in parks around Leeds.
Dangerous Liaisons(link opens in a new browser window)
The Devil finds work for idle hands in this exciting new ballet adaptation.
Heritage Open Days - Harewood House(link opens in a new browser window)
Celebrate Harewood's architecture for free as part of Heritage Open Days.
Drive-In Movie: Dirty Dancing(link opens in a new browser window)
Classic film 'Dirty Dancing' on the big outdoor screen at Harewood.
The Adventures of Pinocchio(link opens in a new browser window)
Opera North's acclaimed interpretation of Carlo Coludi's classic tale.
As You Like It(link opens in a new browser window)
One of Shakespeare’s most popular, funny, sunny, song filled plays.
Classical Fantasia 2010(link opens in a new browser window)
Classical music concert and firework display at Kirkstall Abbey.
The Turn of the Screw(link opens in a new browser window)
Benjamin Britten's masterpiece based on Henry James' classic ghost story.
The White Rosettes: Exposed!(link opens in a new browser window)
A masterclass in close harmony singing.
Felix Dennis: Did I mention the free wine?(link opens in a new browser window)
An evening of fine wine and poetry from one of Britain's best-loved poets.
The Big Draw at Harewood 2010(link opens in a new browser window)
Fun arts activities for children of all ages.
The Merry Widow(link opens in a new browser window)
Opera North's production of L�har’s classic operetta.
Crash(link opens in a new browser window)
William Nicholson's new play on love, art and the credit crunch.
Spend Spend Spend!(link opens in a new browser window)
Award-winning play about a Castleford housewife's 1961 pools bonanza.
A Christmas Carol(link opens in a new browser window)
West Yorkshire Playhouse production of Dicken's seasonal classic.

Educational

Heritage Open Day - Chevin Forest Park(link opens in a new browser window)
A chance to see old photos with a look inside The White House.
Batwatch @ Sykes Wood(link opens in a new browser window)
Tune into the residents of Sykes Wood as we listen into the bat chat.
Heritage open day walk - Meanwood Valley(link opens in a new browser window)
Relating tales of tanners and the quirks of quarrymen.
Batwatch @ Hunger Hills(link opens in a new browser window)
Tune into the residents of Hunger Hills as we listen into the bat chat.
Bushcraft(link opens in a new browser window)
Introduction to the skills needed to survive in the wilderness with Ranger Dan.
Fungal Foray(link opens in a new browser window)
Come along and learn about the fascinating kingdom of Woodland fungi.
The Big Draw at Harewood 2010(link opens in a new browser window)
Fun arts activities for children of all ages.

Family

Heritage Open Day walk - Roundhay Park(link opens in a new browser window)
Heritage Open Day at Roundhay Park.
Heritage Open Days - Harewood House(link opens in a new browser window)
Celebrate Harewood's architecture for free as part of Heritage Open Days.
England v Pakistan(link opens in a new browser window)
2nd NatWest Series England v Pakistan One Day International.
The Adventures of Pinocchio(link opens in a new browser window)
Opera North's acclaimed interpretation of Carlo Coludi's classic tale.
Great North Country Fair(link opens in a new browser window)
Come for a fun day out in the country.
World Curry Festival(link opens in a new browser window)
A celebration of all things curry!
The Big Draw at Harewood 2010(link opens in a new browser window)
Fun arts activities for children of all ages.
A Christmas Carol(link opens in a new browser window)
West Yorkshire Playhouse production of Dicken's seasonal classic.
Harewood Christmas Festival(link opens in a new browser window)
Christmas shopping and festive fun at Harewood.
Aladdin(link opens in a new browser window)
How to tell the story of the lamp?

Historic attractions

Heritage Open Day walk - Roundhay Park(link opens in a new browser window)
Heritage Open Day at Roundhay Park.
Heritage Open Day - Chevin Forest Park(link opens in a new browser window)
A chance to see old photos with a look inside The White House.
Heritage Open Days - Harewood House(link opens in a new browser window)
Celebrate Harewood's architecture for free as part of Heritage Open Days.
Drive-In Movie: Dirty Dancing(link opens in a new browser window)
Classic film 'Dirty Dancing' on the big outdoor screen at Harewood.
Heritage open day walk - Meanwood Valley(link opens in a new browser window)
Relating tales of tanners and the quirks of quarrymen.
Cars In The Park(link opens in a new browser window)
Sports and super car owners and fans get together at Harewood.
Classical Fantasia 2010(link opens in a new browser window)
Classical music concert and firework display at Kirkstall Abbey.
Great North Country Fair(link opens in a new browser window)
Come for a fun day out in the country.
The Big Draw at Harewood 2010(link opens in a new browser window)
Fun arts activities for children of all ages.
Candlelighters Autumn Ball(link opens in a new browser window)
A charity ball in aid of children's cancer research.
Harewood Christmas Festival(link opens in a new browser window)
Christmas shopping and festive fun at Harewood.

Music

Summer Bands in the Park - September 10(link opens in a new browser window)
Top brass and jazz bands play live concerts in parks around Leeds.
Dangerous Liaisons(link opens in a new browser window)
The Devil finds work for idle hands in this exciting new ballet adaptation.
The Adventures of Pinocchio(link opens in a new browser window)
Opera North's acclaimed interpretation of Carlo Coludi's classic tale.
Classical Fantasia 2010(link opens in a new browser window)
Classical music concert and firework display at Kirkstall Abbey.
The Turn of the Screw(link opens in a new browser window)
Benjamin Britten's masterpiece based on Henry James' classic ghost story.
The White Rosettes: Exposed!(link opens in a new browser window)
A masterclass in close harmony singing.
The Merry Widow(link opens in a new browser window)
Opera North's production of L�har’s classic operetta.
Clare Teal Jazz Concert(link opens in a new browser window)
Yorkshire Cancer Research fundraising concert at Elland Road.
Legends In Concert - Christmas 2010(link opens in a new browser window)
The best Christmas parties in Leeds.
80s Mania Tribute(link opens in a new browser window)
Europe’s premier multi tribute concert show celebrating 1980’s pop.
Carmen(link opens in a new browser window)
Bizet’s masterpiece of sexual obsession and self-destruction.
The Portrait(link opens in a new browser window)
First British staging of Polish composer Weinberg’s little known opera.

Parks and gardens

Summer Bands in the Park - September 10(link opens in a new browser window)
Top brass and jazz bands play live concerts in parks around Leeds.
Heritage Open Day walk - Roundhay Park(link opens in a new browser window)
Heritage Open Day at Roundhay Park.
Batwatch @ Sykes Wood(link opens in a new browser window)
Tune into the residents of Sykes Wood as we listen into the bat chat.
Drive-In Movie: Dirty Dancing(link opens in a new browser window)
Classic film 'Dirty Dancing' on the big outdoor screen at Harewood.
Heritage open day walk - Meanwood Valley(link opens in a new browser window)
Relating tales of tanners and the quirks of quarrymen.
Cars In The Park(link opens in a new browser window)
Sports and super car owners and fans get together at Harewood.
Batwatch @ Hunger Hills(link opens in a new browser window)
Tune into the residents of Hunger Hills as we listen into the bat chat.
Bushcraft(link opens in a new browser window)
Introduction to the skills needed to survive in the wilderness with Ranger Dan.
Great North Country Fair(link opens in a new browser window)
Come for a fun day out in the country.
Fungal Foray(link opens in a new browser window)
Come along and learn about the fascinating kingdom of Woodland fungi.

Shopping

Vintage Fair at St Gemma's(link opens in a new browser window)
Furniture, clothing, books, music and homewares from the '20s to the '80s.
Harvey Nichols Fashion Show(link opens in a new browser window)
Yorkshire Cancer Research fundraising fashion show at Elland Road.
Wedding and Lifestyle Autumn Brides(link opens in a new browser window)
Exciting new exhibition aimed at couples from across the UK.
Leeds Loves Shopping(link opens in a new browser window)
Leeds' annual celebration of style and shopping.
Harewood Christmas Festival(link opens in a new browser window)
Christmas shopping and festive fun at Harewood.

Sports and outdoors

England v Pakistan(link opens in a new browser window)
2nd NatWest Series England v Pakistan One Day International.
Pedal for Pounds North(link opens in a new browser window)
Yorkshire Cancer Research fundraising event.
High Heel-A-Thon(link opens in a new browser window)
Yorkshire Cancer Research fundraising race - in high heels!

Tours

Heritage Open Day - Chevin Forest Park(link opens in a new browser window)
A chance to see old photos with a look inside The White House.
Batwatch @ Sykes Wood(link opens in a new browser window)
Tune into the residents of Sykes Wood as we listen into the bat chat.
Heritage open day walk - Meanwood Valley(link opens in a new browser window)
Relating tales of tanners and the quirks of quarrymen.
Fungal Foray(link opens in a new browser window)
Come along and learn about the fascinating kingdom of Woodland fungi.

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