What's On Across The North East and Yorkshire This Autumn
Say goodbye to summer and hello to autumn
Knock Knock
Stephen Daldry’s multi-award winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley’s thriller An Inspector Calls returns and you won’t want to miss it – it’s a classic. When Inspector Goole arrives at the Birling family home, their dinner party is disrupted by an investigation into the death of a young woman and consciences are tested.
An Inspector Calls
1ST–5TH OCTOBER
Darlington Hippodrome
01325 405405
darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk
Football Mad
Two Lads. Two season tickets to Newcastle United needed. No cash. What could possibly go wrong? Based on Jonathan Tulloch’s novel The Season Ticket, which became the cult Geordie film Purely Belter, Olivier award winning Jamie Eastlake’s adaptation comes to Newcastle Theatre Royal after sell out runs at Laurels and Live Theatre.
Gerry & Sewell
2ND–5TH OCTOBER
Newcastle Theatre Royal
0191 232 7010
theatreroyal.co.uk
So Gourd
It’s never too early for Halloween plans and Auckland Palace’s new light trail looks like spooktacular family fun. The Pumpkin Forest is a new night-time event with more than 600 hand-carved, illuminated pumpkins which will decorate the Palace’s gardens – if you dare to enter.
The Pumpkin Forest
4TH–31ST OCTOBER
Auckland Castle, Bishop Auckland
aucklandproject.org
All The Fun
One of the largest travelling fairs in Europe returns to Hull with more than 250 rides. With all the traditional attractions such as palm reading and dodgems, alongside new and exciting rides, it has everything you love about the fairgound, and more.
Hull Fair
4th–12th October
Hull
visithull.org
North/South
If you’re a fan of The Beautiful South you’ll love this show. The South, a nine-piece band combining former members of The Beautiful South, singer Alison Wheeler and sax player Gaz Birtles, keep the songs made famous by The Beautiful South alive. Think A Little Time, Perfect 10, Rotterdam and Don’t Marry Her.
The South
5TH OCTOBER
ARC Stockton Arts Centre
01642 525199
arconline.co.uk
Music To Your Ears
West End favourite, author, actress and vlogger, award-winning Carrie Hope Fletcher is heading back out on the road this autumn. Don't miss her performance at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead – a concert of musical theatre favourites, with guest star Ben Forster.
Carrie Hope Fletcher: Love Letters
12TH OCTOBER
The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead
theglasshouseicm.org
Autumn Daze
Bring the blazing colours of autumn indoors with The Station’s autumn leaves stained glass workshop. With more than 30 years of experience, tutor Anne will teach you how to cut, shape, grind, copper foil and solder your glass. All materials are included and you’ll get to take home your finished creation.
Autumn Leaves Stained Glass Workshop
5th OCTOBER
The Station, Richmond
thestation.co.uk
Open The Door
See York with fresh eyes as York Unlocked showcases more than 70 buildings and open spaces of merit in the city, as well as lesser-visited hidden gems. Offering tours in partnership with City Cruises York, York Georgian Society and Friends of York Walls, key listings include Bootham Hidden Gardens and York Railway Station.
York Unlocked
5th–6th OCTOBER
York
york-unlocked.org.uk
Laugh Out Loud
Northern comedian Maisie Adam is back with a brand-new show. Five years into her comedic career, she’s due an appraisal and we’ll let you be the judge.
Maisie Adam: Appraisal
5th OCTOBER
Harrogate Theatre
harrogatetheatre.co.uk
6TH OCTOBER
Tyne Theatre & Opera House, Newcastle
0844 249 1000
tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk
What a Mug
Whether you want to try something new or you’re looking for a thoughtful and unique gift, have you considered making a pair of mugs from scratch? Using stoneware clay and with guidance from ceramicists Amy and Sue, you’ll learn to hand build mugs then pick one of seven glazes to have your piece finished in.
Make Your Own Pair of Mugs
6TH OCTOBER
Elvet & Bailey, Durham
elvetandbailey.com
Go Potty
Get ready for Halloween and make your own pumpkin. Ravn Clay Pottery is holding a series of 90-minute, family-friendly workshops to show you how to make one with the pinch-pot method, and your completed pumpkin will be fired and glazed and can either be collected or sent to you.
Make Your Own Pinch-Pot Pumpkin
FROM 7TH SEPTEMBER
Ravn Clay Pottery at The Reading Rooms, Ford Village
ford-and-etal.co.uk
Fool Me Once
Only Fools and Horses The Musical is coming to Bradford, direct from a record-breaking, sell-out run in London’s West End. Join Del Boy and Rodney in 1989 Peckham and experience the classic comedy brought to life.
Only Fools and Horses The Musical
7th–12th October
The Alhambra Theatre, Bradford
bradford-theatres.co.uk
Butter Me Up
Join Japanese author Asako Yuzuki as she visits Sheffield all the way from Japan to discuss her best-selling novel, Butter. The novel explores the relationship between a journalist and the female serial killer she’s profiling, delving into themes of misogyny, Japanese culture and the pleasure of food.
Off the Shelf Presents: Butter
8th OCTOBER
The Auditorium, Sheffield Students’ Union
sheffieldtheatres.co.uk
Pitch Perfect
Footballing icon Paul Gascoigne is reflecting on his career in the sport, from his time with Newcastle, Rangers, Tottenham, Everton, and Lazio, to the England squad and the World Cup. We’re sure he’s got plenty of stories to tell.
An Evening with Paul ‘Gazza’ Gascoigne
8TH OCTOBER
O2 City Hall, Newcastle
academymusicgroup.com
Be Jewelled
Harrogate is playing host to Acquire, a jewellery and silverware fair showcasing contemporary fine jewellery in a range of styles and at different price points. A shopping experience unlike any other, recitals by a harpist will accompany you while you browse, and the bar will be open throughout the event. There will also be morning talks from experts such as gemstone dealers RM Weare & Co, silverware specialist Dr Gordon Hamme and BBC Antiques Roadshow jewellery expert Susan Rumfitt. These talks are ticketed, so get yours before they sell out.
Acquire
10th–13th OCTOBER
The Crown Hotel, Harrogate
acquire.uk.com
Funny Girl
Katherine Ryan’s brand-new live show is here. The TV star’s Battleaxe tour will tackle feminism and turning 40 with her typical wit. With dates across Yorkshire, there’s no excuse to miss out but tickets are limited, so be quick.
Katherine Ryan: Battleaxe
11th OCTOBER
York Barbican
yorkbarbican.co.uk
Giddy Up!
The last chance to visit York Races in 2024, the October Finalé is a two-day spectacular that promises ponies and Prosecco. Saturday is one of the busiest race days of the month nationwide, as jockeys compete for the Coral Sprint Trophy.
York Racecourse October Finalé
11th–12th OCTOBER
York Racecourse
yorkracecourse.co.uk
A Little Illumination
Watch with amazement as the night darkens and the ruins of Fountains Abbey begin to glow, illuminated by floodlights. In the cellarium, hear choral music echo through the historic stone for an experience like no other. The event is very popular, so be sure to book.
Fountains by Floodlight
Every Friday and Saturday, 11th OCTOBER–2nd NOVEMBER
Fountains Abbey, Ripon
nationaltrust.org.uk
Say Cheese!
The Yorkshire Dales Cheese Festival is a must-visit for any fromage fanatic. Bringing together local businesses in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the festival has everything from cheese pairings to gin experiences. With a huge selection of cheeses to try and buy, it’ll be tough to choose a favourite.
Yorkshire Dales Cheese Festival
11th–14th OCTOBER
Yorkshire Dales National Park
yorkshiredales.org.uk
Can’t Stop The Beat
Welcome to the ‘60s! Be transported to Baltimore with the award-winning, feel-good musical Hairspray as it returns to Sheffield. Starring dancer Joanne Clifton as Velma von Tussle, the show also sees the directorial debut of Hairspray royalty Brenda Edwards, who played Motormouth Maybelle in the UK tour. Don’t miss your chance to join the nicest kids in town.
Hairspray
14th–19th OCTOBER
Lyceum Theatre
sheffieldtheatres.co.uk
You like Jazz?
The Leyburn Jazz Festival returns to the Yorkshire Dales for a fourth year, bringing with it a strong lineup of musical acts. Seven-piece band Hejira will honour the jazz period of Joni Mitchell’s career, with folk and rock crossovers. Plus, jazz guitarist Jim Mullen will perform, as well as Nicola Farnon. With influences from lots of genres outside of jazz, too, this is a music lover’s dream weekend.
The Leyburn Jazz Festival
17th–20th OCTOBER
Leyburn
leyburnjazz.co.uk
Happy Snapping
Award-winning photographer Rich Bunch leads this photography workshop, guiding you as you capture the striking autumn colours in the gardens at RHS Harlow Carr. Beginners are welcome, so there’s no experience needed.
Autumn Colours Photography
18th OCTOBER
RHS Harlow Carr
rhs.org.uk
Phoenix Rising
Don’t miss PHOENIX this autumn, a new project at York Minster that sees the cathedral lit up like never before. Commemorating the bravery of those who responded to the 1984 fire which destroyed the roof of the South Transept, the display aims to celebrate the resilience and spirit of York’s citizens. See the iconic Rose Window crack as lightning strikes the cathedral and lead pours from the roof through the magic of projection mapping and sound installations.
PHOENIX
From 19th OCTOBER
York Minster
yorkminster.org
Let The Light In
Married At First Sight Australia’s Lucinda Light is returning to the UK after selling out her August tour dates. An emotional intelligence expert, she will begin with grounding exercises before talking about her experiences on the show, and what she learned from them. Fans will also have the opportunity to take part in a Q&A.
Lucinda Light
21st OCTOBER
York Barbican
yorkbarbican.co.uk
Never Too Early…
We’re back, and your Christmas shopping starts here! Join us for a jam-packed day out at our ever-popular Christmas Fair which will once again return to Newcastle Racecourse. We’re thrilled to invite you to the biggest and best seasonal shopping event in the North East, with more than 250 carefully-selected stands, from artisan designer-makers, local food producers and fashion retailers to homewares, gifts and accessories, and of course special Christmas decorations.
Living North’s Christmas Fair
24TH–27TH OCTOBER
Newcastle Racecourse
0191 261 8944
livingnorth.com
Disco Inferno
Join Steps superstar Claire Richards for an unforgettable night of disco. This new concert tour features hits from disco legends, dynamic dancers and powerhouse vocals from Claire and other vocalists. So, pull on your sequin bellbottoms and get grooving!
Everybody Dance Featuring Claire Richards
25th OCTOBER
Hull City Hall
hulltheatres.co.uk
Funny Bones
Paddy McGuinness has announced a major UK stand-up tour and he’s heading to Sunderland this autumn – it’s his first since 2016 so you won’t want to miss it!
Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There…
25TH OCTOBER
Sunderland Empire
atgtickets.com
A Roarsome Show
Based on the extraordinary story of Fenella, the Holmfirth Tiger, A Tiger’s Tale is circus, puppetry, live music and song combined to create a show that kids will love, all about a family of acrobats and their adopted tiger cub.
A Tiger’s Tale
31ST OCTOBER
The Civic Holmfirth
thecivicholmfirth.org
Art of Today
MIMA’s new large-scale exhibition shares 15 artists’ experiences of seeing, hearing, feeling and sensing the contemporary world. Offering a sensory environment, it features spaces for interaction, relaxation and reflection and displays inspiring work in a variety of mediums.
Towards New Worlds
UNTIL 2025
MIMA, Middlesbrough
mima.art
