1Free! (worth double-checking)Gentleman Jack at Shibden Hall
Saturday 25 July to Monday 5 October Enjoy a new display of costumes from the hit TV series, including two brand new costumes recently acquired by Calderdale Museums.
4 milesSat 25 Jul
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Free Things This Weekend in Shelf and Northowram
Good local plans needn't cost the earth. This page keeps an eye on the stronger free events nearby, so you can skip the faff and get straight to the promising stuff.
10 picks around Shelf and Northowram, from 9 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.
25–26 July Near Shelf and Northowram
Not every listing gets a golden ticket
We don't just scoop up anything with a £0 next to it. These picks still need to be nearby, useful, and properly explained, because 'free' is lovely but 'free and baffling' is less of a selling point.
Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Shelf and Northowram, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.
Our 10 picks near Shelf and Northowram
1Free! (worth double-checking)2Free! (worth double-checking)Gentleman Jack at Shibden Hall
Saturday 25 July to Monday 5 October Enjoy a new display of costumes from the hit TV series, including two brand new costumes recently acquired by Calderdale Museums.
4 milesSat 25 Jul12:00
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3Free! (worth double-checking)Love Belper Festival
at Pop N Rock
Pop 'n' Rock will be singing at the Love Belper Festival in Sunday 26th July. (45 minute sets). 1.15pm singing and then a performance at 3pm for 10 mins. Join Pop 'n' Rock Choirs for an energetic performance packed with feel-good music from various Pop artists. We will meet at the Memorial Gardens for singing at 1.15pm, then on King Street for performing at 3pm. Sign up below so we know the capacity. Setlist on the Blog. To attend as a Choir Member, click the link
8.4 milesSun 26 Jul
4Free! (worth double-checking)PROJEKT Saturday
PROJEKT – Saturdays At HOME NIGHTCLUB – The North’s biggest indoor festival every single week at Home Nightclub! Expect Pyrotechnics, Dancers, Co2 Jets, Confetti, Mindblowing Visuals plus the world renowned VOID sound system, in one of the best club experiences Leeds has to offer. ——————————————————————————————————————————————- For App Exclusive Discount Tickets head over to the App … Continued
9.6 milesSat 25 Jul
5Free! (worth double-checking)Free Pool And Free Snooker
Every Saturday night we have FREE POOL AND FREE SNOOKER (members only on snooker table)
3.6 milesSat 25 Jul20:00
6Free! (worth double-checking)KISSTORY on Blackheath
at Milton Hall
Blackheath, get ready! Saturday 25th July, the UK’s original old skool and anthems party takes over South London for KISSTORY on Blackheath with Subway. 4 Massive stages, bringing all your favourite Old Skool & Anthems, with a stacked line-up including; MOBO Award-winning powerhouse Ms. Dynamite, chart-topper Joel Corry, KISSTORY legend Kevin Lyttle, icon Alison Limerick and global dance pioneer Todd Terry - plus loads more! And of course, it wouldn’t be KISSTORY without wall-to-wall anthems from our DJs Ace, Majestic, Marvin Humes, Nick Bright, DJ Pioneer, Scott Garcia, Tyler West and Wideboys. PLUS they’re turning up the chaos this year: KISSTORY Bingo Ball pit + bouncy castle = big kid energy unlocked Mini golf + rodeo bull… you brave enough? Dodgems + Waltzer rides And LOADS more! Sorry you snooze you lose VIP NOW SOLD OUT VIP includes fast-track entry, VIP Stage, raised viewing platform, VIP bar, extra food options and luxury toilets. Who’s on the line up for KISSTORY on Blackheath 2026? Joining us on Blackheath: Ms. Dynamite, Joel Corry, Kevin Lyttle, Alison Limerick, Todd Terry, Sweet Female Attitude, Damage, Oxide & Neutrino, Nay Nay, DJ Luck & MC Neat, Baby D, Kele Le Roc, Elisabeth Troy, So Solid Crew, MC Romeo & Lisa Maffia — plus huge sets from Ace, Majestic, Marvin Humes, Nick Bright, DJ Pioneer, Scott Garcia, Tyler West and Wideboys General FAQs and Info: This is an over 18s event. Valid photo ID is required as proof of age for all guests on entry.
24.2 milesSat 25 Jul
7Free! (worth double-checking)Singo Bingo
at Popworld Leeds - Millennium Square
It's Singo Bingo time! Where you can sing, party and bingo all at the same time with our legendary host DIXIE! You'll be able to sing and dab along to all your POP favourites, with an afternoon of SURPRISE and DELIGHT! Fabulous prizes to be won! Last arrival is 3pm with first game to start at 3:30pm. Tickets are FREE and on a first come first serve basis.
10.9 milesSat 25 Jul
8Free! (worth double-checking)Ripley Castle
at Knaresborough Monthly Farmers Market
Real Markets at Ripley Castle is a beautiful free market held in the Castle Courtyard of the historic Ripley Castle. Featuring a fabulous line-up of local and speciality producers and makers, it’s well worth a visit each month. In addition, enjoy free access to Ripley Castle’s estate grounds and gardens on market days.
22 milesSun 26 Jul
9Free! (worth double-checking)Family Craft Activity: Decorate a Postcard
During the First World War, many soldiers sent beautifully embroidered postcards to loved ones back home. See some of these special postcards on display in the museum, then create and decorate your own postcard to take home. Why not write a message and send it to a family member or friend?
23.4 milesSun 26 Jul
10Free! (worth double-checking)Hannah Catherine Jones UNEARTHING(S) Listening Session
Join artist, composer and multi-instrumentalist Hannah Catherine Jones in Leeds Art Gallery’s Central Court for a guided listening session delving into the influences behind Hannah’s new sound work Owed to Unearthing(s), part of her current exhibition UNEARTHING(S).
10.7 milesSat 25 Jul03:00
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