What's On in Calderdale

Calderdale Inside Out · Your weekly guide

A week of things to do

15–22 November 2026

Christmas markets, live music, comedy and things to try: 30 picks across Calderdale, from Brighouse and Elland to the upper valley.

Four picks to get you started

15 & 20–22 NOV

Sun 15 & 22: 10am–4pm · Fri 20 & Sat 21: 10am–6pm

Halifax

The Piece Hall Christmas Markets

The Piece Hall · Free entry

Start the Christmas shopping among independent makers and food stalls in the courtyard. Browse gifts, jewellery and homeware, or make a day of it with something to eat.

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21 NOV

Sat · From noon; see programme for set times

Brighouse

Music4Hope

Brighouse Civic Hall · Listed from £12.50

Twelve bands across two stages mark Focus4Hope’s tenth anniversary. The line-up ranges from Rock Choir and Jump, Jive & Wail to Suzie and the Groove, with funds supporting the charity’s local work.

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21 NOV

Sat · 2.30–5.30pm · Lights on at 5pm

Mytholmroyd

Christmas lights switch-on

St Michael’s Church · Free event

School choirs, local performers, family entertainment and a Christmas fayre lead up to the lights being switched on. A chance to gather with neighbours as the village starts its festive season.

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15–20 NOV

Various sessions · Full festival runs 14–20 Nov

Borough-wide

Baby Week Calderdale

Family hubs and other venues · Free and low-cost activities

A week for babies, young children and their grown-ups, with stories, singing, play and opportunities to meet other parents. Choose from the published programme and check individual session booking details.

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