Bradford continues to shine as a beacon of culture in 2025, with its official status as the UK’s City of Culture offering more brilliant events as the weather gets warmer.
With the sun shining, it’s the perfect time to get out and about in Bradford to check out some of the incredible activities taking place, be it at Wibsey Park with younger family members or a chance to take in some cinematic goodness at Cannon Mills’ drive-in theatre.
That’s on top of St George’s Hall being taken over by orchestras, EDM DJs and an utter plethora of events at the pop up Loading Bay location - exclusive to Bradford2025.
We’ve rounded up 39 of the events and exhibitions taking place across April and May that are worth your time - and even travelling from afar to Bradford. Tickets and more information about the events are available through the Bradford2025 website.
But what’s caught our eye at the City of Culture in the next two months?
13. CBeebies Bedtime Stories Day (April 15 & 16)
CBeebies presenters George Webster and Evie Pickerill will leave the CBeebies House to make a special appearance at The Beacon in Wibsey Park. During this event, they will be telling stories for an audience of babies, toddlers, parents and carers. The event welcomes attendees to enjoy the stories in a relaxed setting, regardless of the time of day. | Provided
14. Cannon Mills Drive-In Cinema (April 17-19)
Cannon Mills will host a weekend-long series of outdoor film screenings over the Easter holidays, offering a unique drive-in cinema experience with views of Bradford’s historic textile mills, streets, and valleys. The event will feature a mix of daytime family favourites and evening screenings of Hollywood and Bollywood classics, accompanied by entertainment, food, and drink. | Bradford2025
15. Frontline 1984/1985 (April 17-May 11)
Loading Bay will present Frontline 1984/1985, an exhibition of photographs by self-taught photographer Victor Wedderburn Jr. These photographs vividly evoke Afro-Caribbean life in Bradford 40 years ago, documenting landmarks, parties, and anti-apartheid marches, offering a perspective on the city's history. | Bradford2025
16. It's Your Round (April 17)
The Beacon at Wibsey Park will host It's Your Round, a pub quiz with a cabaret twist. Quizmistress Pat Pinch will lead a fast-moving quiz featuring live music, audience participation, prizes, and drinks. | Bradford2025
17. POP (April 19)
Choreographer Vince Virr's dance show "POP" will be performed at The Beacon at Wibsey Park. Inspired by adolescence, the show explores hormonal changes and the journey of self-discovery, focusing on friendship and shared experiences. | Ruth Armstrong
18. An Evening with: Jacqui Dankworth (April 19)
Vocalist Jacqui Dankworth will perform at The Beacon at Wibsey Park. Known for her mastery of jazz, soul, folk, and blues, Dankworth will present songs from her album Windmills and other works from her career. | Derek Clark