Yorkshire

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Moonwalk your way to Leeds Grand Theatre for this electrifying tribute to the King of Pop &#8211; <a href="https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/whats-on/man-in-the-mirror-lgt-2026/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Man in the Mirror: A Tribute to Michael Jackson</a> (11 Jan). Starring CJ &#8211; one of the world’s leading Michael Jackson tribute artists &#8211; this high-energy show delivers iconic hits, dazzling choreography and all the signature moves in a production guaranteed to thrill MJ fans.



One of the biggest toy fairs in the North, and a total treasure trove for collectors, families and nostalgia-lovers alike. <a href="https://northerntoyfairs.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Northern Toy Fairs</a> takes place on 11 Jan and features everything from vintage gems to modern must-haves, this is the place to browse, reminisce and maybe rediscover that toy you definitely once had.



Elite sport meets sheer elegance as the <a href="https://www.europeans2026.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ISU European Figure Skating Championships</a> glide into Sheffield (13 – 17 Jan). Expect world-class athletes, breath-taking routines and plenty of dramatic spins, jumps and sparkles &#8211; whether you’re a skating superfan or just love a show with wow-factor.



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Press pause and sink into calm at this <a href="https://momence.com/Harewood-Holistics/Candlelight-Sound-Immersion-/125529998?skipPreview=true" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">candlelit sound bath</a> at Harewood Holistics with Amy from Sacred Sounds (16 Jan). Designed to help frazzled souls reconnect and reset, the evening begins with herbal tea, an oracle card pull and gentle meditation before an immersive sound journey that feels like a cosmic spa day for mind, body and spirit. Bliss, guaranteed.



It’s Christmas Eve in Victorian Leeds and Ebenezer Scrooge is, unsurprisingly, not feeling festive. Leeds Playhouse’s much-loved production returns with warmth, wit and heart, packed with lively music, festive cheer and just enough magic to melt even the iciest of spirits. <a href="https://www.leedsplayhouse.org.uk/event/a-christmas-carol/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">A Christmas Carol</a> – catch it until 17 Jan.



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As darkness falls, <a href="https://rothervalley.landoflights.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gulliver’s Rother Valley</a> lights up with a spectacular outdoor lantern festival for the month of Jan. Think glowing trails, colourful installations and plenty of after-dark magic, all transforming the valley into a wonderland of light and imagination. Perfect for little adventurers &#8211; and grown-ups who secretly love a bit of sparkle.



Honour the stillness and steadiness of Winter as you align with nature from root level on this <a href="https://www.heatheryoga.co.uk/workshops/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Winter Mini Retreat</a> with Heather Yoga (31 Jan). Move energy along the Kidney and Bladder meridian lines with nourishing and warming blends of pranayama, yoga flow, qigong, meditation and deep relaxation, and yoga nidra, along with the opportunity to reflect on how best you can support and nourish yourself during the winter season. Tea, chocolate and seasonal essential oils will be offered after the session to help reawaken the senses.



<a href="https://visityork.org/members/residents-festival-get-involved" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">York Residents’ Festival</a> (31 Jan &amp; 1 Feb) – the annual love-letter to York locals is back, offering exclusive discounts, special access and unique experiences across the city. From attractions and shops to dining and hidden gems, it’s the perfect excuse to play tourist in your own backyard &#8211; and try something new.



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Fancy yourself a bit of a detective? Head to <a href="https://www.murtonpark.co.uk/events/a-murton-mystery" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Murton Park</a> until 13 Feb for a family-friendly whodunnit adventure. Explore the park, follow the map, crack the clues and piece together the mystery. Expect colourful characters, curious weapons and a classic murder-mystery twist &#8211;  Murton Park style.



For the first time ever, the <a href="https://bradford2025.co.uk/event/turner-prize/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Turner Prize</a> comes to Bradford until 22 Feb. The world’s most talked-about visual arts prize lands at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, showcasing bold, boundary-pushing work from this year’s shortlisted artists. Expect conversation starters, headline pieces and art that really makes you think.



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Snow and ice return to Coppergate as <a href="https://jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">JORVIK</a> slips back into AD960 for winter until 22 Feb. Expect frost-dusted rooftops, crackling atmosphere and a brand-new interactive temporal portal that drops you right into the heart of Viking life. History, but make it immersive &#8211; and ideal for curious minds of all ages.



Step into an ethereal, illuminated dreamscape on this mile-long winter trail celebrating the magic of the natural world at Swinton Park’s <a href="https://www.swintonestate.com/luminescence/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Luminescence</a> (until 28 Feb). Expect immersive light installations, glowing landscapes and that lovely feeling of being somewhere quietly extraordinary &#8211; ideal for crisp evenings and slow, awe-filled strolls.



Winter gets a luminous upgrade at Yorkshire Sculpture Park, where the Chapel is transformed by a mesmerising, floor-to-ceiling digital installation. <a href="https://ysp.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Of The Oak</a> (until 15 March) dives beneath the bark to reveal the hidden inner life of an oak tree &#8211; its roots, rhythms and relationships &#8211; projected on a vast screen that feels quietly epic and deeply calming. Wrap up warm; this one’s a slow, wonder-filled wander.



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Out you go! The best things to do in January in Yorkshire

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