Adventure Cinema are returning to numerous venues across Yorkshire where you can watch your favourite movie in a picturesque setting.
Looking for something a bit different to do during these long summer nights? Then look no further, as we have the perfect thing for you.
The UK's largest touring outdoor cinema company, Adventure Cinema, are back with a bang this year and you definitely do not want to miss out.
They will be hosting open-air cinema events at over 70 spectacular locations across the country, and 6 of those are in glorious Yorkshire.
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The magnificent open-air cinema experience invites families and friends to bring a picnic, get comfy on a blanket and enjoy a range of new and classic films under the sun and stars.
There's a huge range of films being shown ranging from blockbuster classics, singalong showstoppers and kid-friendly cartoons.
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Brush up on your ABBA lyrics and celebrate their 50th Anniversary with a showing of Mamma Mia! or whack on your best fancy dress to watch The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
They have handpicked some of the most scenic locations across the UK for you to enjoy this magical experience. From beautiful heritage sights to iconic sporting venues to awe-inspiring stately homes.
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Adventure Cinema will be hosting events at the following Yorkshire locations:
Allerton Castle, Knaresborough Clifton Park, Rotherham Hull College Craven Park, Hull Keepmoat Stadium, Doncaster Owlerton Stadium, Sheffield Sewerby Hall, Bridlington Shay Stadium, Halifax Wetherby Racecourse, Wetherby
Movies being shown this summer include:
Mamma Mia, A Star is Born, The Greatest Showman, Encanto, Bruno, Joker, the Harry Potter series, Grease, Dirty Dancing, The Lion King, Bohemian Rhapsody, The Dark Knight, Jurassic Park, Pretty Woman and many more.
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Tickets start from £14.50 and can be purchased here on their website, and you best be quick, as these fantastical events are already selling out fast.
Hollywood Vampires are heading back out on tour, with a huge Yorkshire gig announced for this year.
The supergroup, which consists of one of the biggest names in Hollywood as well as one of rock’n’roll’s most iconic names, are set to perform at the AO Arena as part of a run of shows.
Hollywood Vampires is made up of A-lister Johnny Depp, as well as rock royalty including Alice Cooper, and Aerosmith’s Joe Perry, plus Tommy Henriksen.
They last performed with an arena tour back in 2023, making these their first gigs in almost three years.
Hollywood Vampires have now announced a return to the stage, with a show at the iconic Piece Hall in Halifax on 22 August.
They’ll be supported by The Jesus and Mary Chain, who marked their 40th anniversary in 2024 with a new album, Glasgow Eyes.
Johnny Depp supergroup Hollywood Vampires announce Manchester gig. Credit: Aaron Perry
Hollywood Vampires formed in 2012, named after Cooper’s celebrity drinking club of the same name where the aim was reportedly to ‘drink until no one could stand up’.
Over the years, the supergroup has worked with the likes of Paul McCartney, Dave Grohl, and Zak Starkey (formerly the drummer for Oasis).
A Three Presale for tickets will take place from 10am on Wednesday 21 January, followed by a venue presale on Thursday 22 January, then general sale from 10am on Friday 23 January.
Leeds City Council begin search for new Christmas Market operator for 2026
Clementine Hall
A hunt for a new operator of the Leeds Christmas Market on City Square has begun.
Cast your mind back to 2023 and the welcome return of Leeds' Christmas Markets on City Square.
The operators at that point were awarded a three-year contract to produce the market until 2025.
Now that that's been and gone, if you can believe, a search for a new operator to take on the next three-year period has begun.
The market on City Square which is most famous for its food offerings and unique gifts is a completely different entity to the council-run 'Ice Cube at Christmas' attraction on Millennium Square and Cookridge Street.
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A council report said: “The Christmas Market is an important footfall driver for the city centre at a key time of year for retail and hospitality businesses. The additional footfall and associated spend supports the city centre economy.
“The continuation of the Leeds Christmas Market will allow the Council to build on the previous three years, where the market has been re-established in the city centre.
"This is an opportunity to build on the overall quality of the Christmas Market and continue to promote Leeds as an attractive visitor destination at Christmas time, encouraging day trips as well as driving overnight stays.”
The new contract period would run until 2029 with the option to extend for one year beyond that.
We'll keep you updated as and when we know more, and we do profusely apologise for mentioning the C word in January.
Clementine Hall -
13th July 2022 
