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Halifax has a packed week ahead! Whether you’re after live music, family activities, theatre shows or weekend nightlife, there’s plenty going on across the town this week!Here’s what’s coming up 👀 📍 @eurekamuseum (HX1 2NE) Saturday 16th May: Bubbles Day! Saturday 17th May: Relaxed SEN Day 📍 @dukes.halifax (HX1 1TJ) Wednesday 13th: Dukes Run Club 📍 @the_minster_at_halifax (HX1 1TJ) Sunday 17th, 10:30 to 12:00: Sung Eucharist & Church Meeting. 📍 @westgatequarterhalifax (HX1 1PW) Saturday 9th, 14:00: Hot Club of Halifax 📍 @victheatrehx (HX1 1BP) Thursday 14th, 19:30 to 22:30: Queen Of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston Sunday 17th, 15:00 to 17:00: Halifax Symphony Orchestra: Curtain Up 📍YMCA Halifax (HX1 1UG) Family Skate Sessions: Friday 15th, 18:00 to 20:00 Saturday 16th, 12:00 to 13:30 Sunday 17th, 12:00 to 13:30 📍 @graystonunity (HX1 1PU) Thursday 14th, 18:00: In The Flesh- Life Drawing Friday 15th, 20:00: The Leisure Society + Tom Bright Saturday 16th, 20:00: The Frank & Walters + Tide Glass 📍 @victoriancraftbeercafe (HX1 1LN) Sunday 17th, 17:00 to 19:00: Live music with Ellie Telford 📍 @yateshalifax (HX1 1HS) Monday (Today), 17:00 to 19:99: Monday Night Games Night Tuesday 12th, 20:30 to 22:30: Speed Quiz Night Thursday 14th and Friday 15th, 21:00 to 04:00: Karaoke Nights Saturday 16th, 22:00 to 04:00: Party All Night Sunday 17th, 21:00 to 02:00: Sunday Social 📍 @bookcornerhx (HX1 1RE) Sunday 17th, 14:00 to 15:00: Book Signing With Linda Green 📍 @acapulcohalifax (HX1 1XX) Friday and Saturday nights: Late night party vibes all weekend See more here: /whats-on/

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Halifax is buzzing this week! Whether you’re looking for live music, family-friendly fun, theatre, or a big night out, there’s something happening every day across the town 👀 Here’s what’s coming up 👇 📍 @eurekamuseum (HX1 2NE) Saturday 23rd – Sunday 31st: Circus Week! 📍 @dukes.halifax (HX1 1TJ) Wednesday 20th: Dukes Run Club 📍 @westgatequarterhalifax (HX1 1PW) Saturday 23rd, 14:00: Mark Keeley Rock and Roll 📍 @victheatrehx (HX1 1BP) Thursday 21st, 11:00 to 12:30: Theatre Tour Friday 22nd, 19:30: Dr Rhona Morrison, I Don’t Talk To Dead Bodies Saturday 23rd, 19:30: Clinton Baptiste: Spectral Intercourse Sunday 24th, 12:30 to 13:30: Tom Gates Epic Stage Show 📍YMCA Halifax (HX1 1UG) Family Skate Sessions: Friday 22nd, 18:00 to 20:00 Saturday 23rd, 12:00 to 13:30 Sunday 24th, 12:00 to 13:30 📍 Cross Street Car Park (HX1 1AG) Sunday 24th, 07:30: Car Boot Sale 📍 @opengallery.info (HX1 1UX) Wednesday 20th to Saturday 23rd, 11:00 to 16:00: Open Art 2026 📍 @graystonunity (HX1 1PU) Thursday 21st, 20:15: Tenth Birthday Grayston Music Quiz, gift for every participant! Friday 22nd, 20:00: BonnieTrash + Clan of Anarchy Saturday 23rd, 19:30: 10th Birthday Dj Turnip ‘play what he wants’ night Saturday 23rd. 20:00: A STORM IN THE VOID - FREE ENTRY Sunday 24th, 13:00: 70 Pints of Chinook for free! - Grayston’s 10th Birthday 📍 @victoriancraftbeercafe (HX1 1LN) Sunday 24th, 17:00 to 19:00: Live music with Coughlinks Trio 📍 @yateshalifax (HX1 1HS) Monday (Today), 17:00 to 19:99: Monday Night Games Night Tuesday 19th, 20:30 to 22:30: Speed Quiz Night Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd, 21:00 to 04:00: Karaoke Nights Saturday 23rd, 22:00 to 04:00: Party All Night Sunday 24th, 21:00 to 02:00: Sunday Social 📍 @mccaffertysbarhalifax (HX1 2DZ) Saturday 23rd, 22:00: Classic Rock Anthems with Jagged Edge 📍 @acapulcohalifax (HX1 1XX) Friday and Saturday nights: Late night party vibes all weekend Sunday 24th, 21:30: ACCA Fest 2026, Festival Theme Party, for the Start of Summer! See more here: /what

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻’𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗮𝘅 𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿! 🌦️🎉 We had a fantastic time at Westgate yesterday as The Hot Club of Halifax warmed us up with some amazing hot jazz and swing. Next up: Mark Keeley’s Good Rockin’ Tonight (solo show). Bank holiday Saturday 23 May (2.00pm - 4.00pm). These events are brought to you by local property company O&C We’ll see you soon at Westgate! #thingstodoinhalifax #westyorksire #funtimes #partytime #jazz

A long-awaited post, but @stonedammills is officially part of the Discover Halifax Gift Card family ✨ We featured them last month in a reel showcasing their incredible range of furniture, and with 5 floors to explore, there’s something for every home, from beds and sofas to dining furniture and home accessories 🛋️ Located on Well Lane, HX1 1SG, Stone Dam Mills is absolutely still accessible by both car and foot, so don’t let the nearby roadworks put you off visiting! They also currently have a sale on, making it the perfect time to spend your Discover Halifax Gift Card while supporting a fantastic local business that’s been thriving in Halifax for over 60 years 💜 #shoplocalshophalifax

In our current Open Art Exhibition at the Open Gallery in Halifax. The Open Art showcases a rich mix of painting, mixed media, sculpture, photography, and more, with each artwork adding its own voice, atmosphere, and creative energy to the show. The exhibition runs from 13-23 May/3-6 June 2026, and we’re open Wednesday to Saturday, 11am–4pm. We’d love to welcome you to Open Gallery in Halifax. Featuring works by: Photo 1: Michel Ducos, Frilly vase @ducosmichelsculptor Photo 2: Ron Crichton, Sea wall 10 Photo 3: Robert Melia, Thor /view/oldhampyrography/home Photo 4: Jane Priestley, Petals in Purple Photo 5: Sue Hiscoe, Moselden Moor @suehiscoeart Photo 6: Ann Richards, Sheltering from storm Photo 7: Andrea Shearing, Sunbeams on the Downs Photo 8: Mark, Never Forget the 56 Photo 9: Gurmant Kaur, Over the Clouds @g_art09 Photo 10: Robert Melia, Captain America /view/oldhampyrography/home Find out more or plan your visit at #SpringExhibition #OpenGallery #ArtForEveryone #SupportArtists #ArtLovers #SpringVibes #HalifaxArt #ArtExhibition #ContemporaryArt #openart #YorkshireArtist #ArtistsOnInstagram #VisitCalderdale #DiscoverHX #BroadStreetPlaza #UKTownOfCulture2028 #Halifax2028 #HalifaxArt #MixedMediaArt #ContemporaryArt #CommunityArt #SpringArt #VisitHalifax @marvel

Lots happening in the Discover Halifax Gift Card world this week! ✨ We’re excited to welcome another hospitality venue to the Gift Card scheme, @theuppergeorge_halifax 🍻 A long-standing traditional pub full of charm and character, The Upper George is located at 35 Crown Street, HX1 1TT, and you can now use your Discover Halifax Gift Card there. Pop down this weekend for great drinks, good atmosphere and a true Halifax pub experience 💜 #shoplocalshophalifax

📍𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗮 𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗮 People visit us from all over Yorkshire. With the The Piece Hall gigs starting on June 6th or if you’re just travelling to Halifax for a day out - this is how to find us from the train station 🚂 From Train station > Turn right past Square Chapel > Up the stairs to The Piece Hall > Leave via top entrance > walk straight up to Westgate Quarter Halifax and we’re a few yards up on the right hand side where our friendly staff will greet you at the door. To book your table in advance visit: We’ll see you soon! Safe journey! #lalunahalifax #halifaxeats #visithalifax #HalifaxRestaurants #foodie

We had a great time at Open Gallery last night, launching our Open Art Exhibition and celebrating imaginative, beautiful work by artists from across the UK. Thank you to everyone who came along and helped create such a warm and vibrant atmosphere. Your presence and conversations really brought the exhibition to life! #spring #openart #exhibition #art #opening #HalifaxTown #OpenGalleryhalifax @opengallery.info @broadstreetplaza @workrestorplay @visit_calderdale #UKTownOfCulture2028 #Halifax2028 #artistsoninstagram #contemporaryart

Halifax BID Supports Mental Health Awareness Week 💚 This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re shining a spotlight on local charity Healthy Minds Calderdale. Based on King Street, Healthy Minds provides safe, inclusive mental health support for people across Calderdale, offering everything from one-to-one support and peer sessions to wellbeing activities and community groups. The organisation works closely within the community, regularly supporting schools, creating welcoming social spaces and helping people access the right support for their needs. Healthy Minds also helps signpost individuals to wider local mental health services and offers SafeSpace; a support service available 7 days a week from 12.30pm-10:30pm for anyone needing someone to talk to. Whether you’re facing a difficult period or simply need support, connection or someone to listen, Healthy Minds is here for people at every stage of their mental health journey. 📍 Healthy Minds Calderdale, King Street, Halifax HX1 1SR 📞 01422 345154 🌐 healthymindscalderdale.co.uk @healthymindscalderdale Support is available. You are not alone.

💜 New Gift Card Business 💜 We’re excited to welcome Chaz Beauty World to the Discover Halifax Gift Card family ✨ Located at 1–9 Silver Street, Chaz Beauty World offers everything from beauty, skincare and haircare to wigs, Afro beauty products and essentials for all hair and skin types 💄✨ Use your Discover Halifax Gift Card in store and let Chaz help you find the perfect products; her recommendations are always amazing! 💜

The rumours are worse than the roadworks. We are relieved that the new road works at the bottom end of town are not going to affect your journey to us as initially expected. We are doing a mini series of different routes you are able to take to get to us. Open 7 days a week WE OFFER: 🚚 FREE LOCAL DELIVERY ✅ 🚚 FREE REMOVAL OF YOUR OLD FURNITURE ✅ Visit our showroom or call us on 01422 360844 for more information. 📍Showroom Address Stone Dam Mills Well Lane HX1 1SG ⏰Opening Times: Monday-Saturday 09:00-17:30 Sundays 11:00-16:00