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June 2019
Knaresborough Bed Race
A Wondrous Spectacle The Great Knaresborough Bed Race is something different: it is part fancy dress pageant and part gruelling time trial over a 2.4 mile course, ending with a swim through the icy waters of the River Nidd. First staged in 1966, Bed Race has spawned other similar events in the USA, Germany, New Zealand and elsewhere in the…
Find out more »Otley Carnival
2019 is the 36th year of the Otley Carnival. This day-long event is a celebration of the town and its residents aimed at giving local children a day to remember. The event is held on the third Saturday of June every year. The event starts with a parade comprising numerous colourful floats, walking tableaux, various bands and a variety of vehicles.…
Find out more »Armed Forces Day
Leeds Armed Forces Day is back for 2019 and ready to celebrate with an exciting, brand new style. The event is part of a national day celebrating the courage and contribution of the United Kingdom's Armed Forces past and present. Join us on Briggate for Leeds Armed Forces Day 2019 to celebrate and give thanks to the Armed Forces Community…
Find out more »July 2019
Meanwood Memorial
This is a short parade and memorial service held in Meanwood to mark the battle of the Somme and to remember the local men who served in the conflict. We are joined by the Royal British Legion and local scouting groups to parade down Memorial Drive for a Service of Remembrance.
Find out more »Holbeck Gala
The Holbeck Gala is a fantastic local event, taking place each year on the first Saturday in July on Holbeck Moor. The City of Leeds Pipe Band are once again taking part in this event, leading the parade that winds through Holbeck to onto Holbeck Moor.
Find out more »East Morton Gala
Always a great event and a firm family favourite, the East Morton Gala is a mixture of entertainment, stalls, good food, great cakes and bagpipes*. The City of Leeds Pipe Band will be in attendance, taking part in the parade and doing a turn in the arena. *Not the official words of the organiser!
Find out more »September 2019
Otley Vintage Transport Extravaganza
Rev up your engines and come down to Otley to have a blowout at the annual Vintage Transport Extravaganza. Held every September on fields on Pool Road, there are more than 500 vehicles on display, from push bikes to huge steam engines. Thanks to bags of entertainment, children’s attractions and stalls, it is one of the most popular events in…
Find out more »October 2019
Yorkshire Marathon 2019
The Asda Foundation Yorkshire Marathon has proved a hit from day one, quickly establishing itself as a highlight of the White Rose County's sporting year. The since the inaugural event in 2013, the marathon peaks its numbers annually, as we aim to set thousands of runners off through the beautiful streets of York. The Yorkshire Marathon has everything you need…
Find out more »November 2019
December 2019
Carols for Christmas
Join us for an evening of festive music in the beautiful setting of Leeds Minster. The City of Leeds Pipe Band will be outside on the steps, welcoming guests from 6:30pm. The event starts at 7pm and all funds raised from the evening will be split between Leeds Cares, Macmillan and Maggies. Tickets for adults are £10, and include light…
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