Over the summer, places remain available on our popular Plot to Plate course, offering a chance to learn, connect and enjoy time outdoors. We also have spaces available on a range of September courses, making this a great time to plan your next step in learning and wellbeing. In addition, you’ll find links below to a variety of activities, events and support from community organisations across the area. We encourage you to explore what’s available and make the most of the opportunities on offer over the summer and beyond.

This family-friendly festival at Oakwell Hall offers a packed day of entertainment, creativity, nature, and Yorkshire-themed fun.

• Live Music & Entertainment: Enjoy performances from local artists and groups including Penny, Hebble, Hardeep Sahota, Land Lubbers, Al’s Django Party and Flat Cap Brass.
• Yorkshire Makers’ Market: Browse over 50 stalls showcasing locally made products, from artisan food and drink to artwork, skincare, crafts, jewellery and handmade gifts.
• New for 2026: Highlights include the Poetry Takeaway, the West Yorkshire Dog Rescue Dog Show, and the Great Yorkshire Games featuring quirky challenges such as Welly Toss and Yorkshire Tea Bag Throwing.
• Family Fun: Join campfire singalongs with the Scouts, enjoy interactive performances from Boom Chikka Boom, and meet Pif-Paf’s educational Bee Cart characters.
• Festival Atmosphere: The site will feature colourful Tour de Yorkshire Summit Flags and vibrant textile installations created by the WOVEN team.
• Nature & Play: Children can enjoy bushcraft, outdoor play, Pif-Paf’s interactive play zone, and meet a variety of animals at Ian’s Mobile Farm.
• Children’s Activities: Activities include cycling sessions with Little Bikers, face painting, mini-beast encounters, inclusive woodland experiences, and crazy golf.
• Creative Workshops: Take part in pottery, giant mural creation, bug-making crafts, marshmallow toasting, nature games, museum activities, Yorkshire dialect lessons, and the annual Yorkshire-themed Cake-Off competition.

Overall, the event celebrates Yorkshire culture, creativity, community, music, food, nature and family fun, with activities and entertainment for all ages throughout the day.