Get ready for an electrifying and unmissable year in Bradford, the UK City of Culture for 2025!
All through 2025, Bradford will be buzzing with exciting events celebrating culture in all its forms, while also showcasing Bradford’s rich history and heritage. From January to December, you’ll find performances, activities, and celebrations happening all over the district—in the city, towns, villages, and even green spaces.
Discover exciting new venues during Bradford 2025, starting with Loading Bay—a vibrant pop-up arts space in the heart of the city. From live gigs and comedy nights to exhibitions and immersive theatre, there’s something happening all year round.
Keep an eye out for The Beacon, a striking touring performance space that will travel across the district. It promises a packed programme of dynamic performances, festivals, family-friendly events, and plenty more to spark your imagination.
Music lovers, get ready for a year-long musical journey with festivals, gigs and performances. The 3-day New Music Biennial will showcase the best of new music. In August, Dialled In will bring the energy of contemporary South Asian music to the stage, while in January, Asian Dub Foundation will live-score the French thriller La Haine to mark the film’s 30th anniversary.
For the first time, the world’s most exciting visual arts prize is coming to Bradford! Cartwright Hall will host the Turner Prize, showcasing the latest and most exciting British art.
And don’t miss the chance to revisit the beloved children’s classic The Railway Children on the actual train tracks where the movie was filmed! Mike Kenny’s stage adaptation of E. Nesbit’s novel will be performed at the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway line.
It’s going to be a year to remember! Don’t forget to keep an eye on this guide for updates to the programme!
Learn more about Bradford 2025 here.
