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Oct
17

Cleopatra and the Queens of Egypt

Sat 10:00Experience Barnsley Museum, Town HallFree

A major exhibition at Experience Barnsley exploring Cleopatra's life and legacy, curated by Barnsley-born Egyptologist Professor Joann Fletcher. It spans 5,000 years of history and reveals surprising links between Barnsley and ancient Egypt.

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Listing via Visit Barnsley
Oct
17

Artisan Street Fayre

Sat 10:00The Glass Works, BarnsleyFree

Around 50 makers, bakers, artists and independent traders with handmade crafts, gifts, food and sweet treats. Family and dog friendly.

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Organised by SPG Events NW
Oct
17

Cudworth Ward Alliance Coffee Morning

Sat 10:00Venue not stated, CudworthFree

A friendly drop-in coffee morning for neighbours across the Cudworth area. Pop along for a brew, a chat and a chance to find out what's happening locally.

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Organised by Cudworth Ward Alliance
Oct
17

The Gruffalo

Sat 13:30Barnsley Civic£16 / £14

Tall Stories’ musical stage adaptation of The Gruffalo. Performances on Saturday 17 October at 1.30pm and 4.30pm, and Sunday 18 October at 10.30am and 1.30pm.

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Oct
17

Cambridge United v Barnsley

Sat 15:00Cledara Abbey Stadium, Cambridge

Barnsley make the long trip south to face Cambridge United in League One. Another away day for the reds faithful.

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Organised by Barnsley FC
Oct
17

Moving Pictures - Rush Tribute

Sat 19:00Birdwell Venue, Barnsley£20

A three-piece tribute to Canadian rock legends Rush, bringing their classic prog-rock sound to Birdwell Venue. Doors open at 19:00.

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Oct
18

Wedding Open Day

Sun 13:00Mercure Barnsley Tankersley Manor Hotel

Wedding open day with a chance to view the venue and meet suppliers.

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Organised by Mercure Barnsley Tankersley Manor Hotel
Oct
18

Barnsley Women v Sporting Khalsa

Sun 14:00Steel City Stadium, Sheffield£5

Barnsley Women are back at the Steel City Stadium to take on Sporting Khalsa in FAWNL Division One Midlands. Come down and support the ladies — admission is just £5.

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Organised by Barnsley Women's Football Club
Oct
20

Luton Town v Barnsley

Tue 19:45Kenilworth Road, Luton

The Reds travel to Kenilworth Road for this League One fixture against Luton Town. Safe travels to all making the trip south.

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Organised by Barnsley FC
Oct
21

How Could I Forget?

Wed 19:30Barnsley Civic£18

Original musical by Joe Carnall Jnr, set in Sheffield and centred on family, memory and dementia.

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Organised by Barnsley Civic
Oct
22

Murder Mystery Night

Thu 16:30Wombwell LibraryFree

Put your detective skills to the test at Wombwell Library's Murder Mystery Night for adults aged 18 and over. A fun, puzzling evening out with a difference.

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Organised by Barnsley Libraries
Oct
22

SIP & SKETCH: Halloween Bunting

Thu 19:00Barnsley Civic - The Old Art School

18+ art workshop creating Halloween mask bunting. Materials and first drink included.

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Organised by Barnsley Civic
Oct
22

2:22 - A Ghost Story

Thu 19:30Playhouse Theatre, Wombwell£10

From the people who brought you "The Cat and the Canary", Wombwell Thespians return with their final play as part of their centenary celebrations, and the South Yorkshire Amateur Premiere of "2:22 - A Ghost Story" by Danny Robins. “There’s something in our house. I hear it every night, at the same time” Jenny believes her new home is haunted, but her husband Sam isn’t having any of it. They argue with their first dinner guests, old friend Lauren and new partner Ben. Can the dead really walk again? Belief and scepticism clash, but something feels strange and frightening, and that something is getting closer, so they’re going to stay up… until 2:22… and then they’ll know. Winner of Best New Play at the “WhatsOnStage” Awards, this supernatural thriller is written by Danny Robins, creator of the hit BBC podcasts “Uncanny” and “The Battersea Poltergeist”, it has featured a host of acclaimed star performances (including Lily Allen, Cheryl, Stacey Dooley, Tom Felton, Jake Wood and James Buckley). It’s a brilliantly funny and adrenaline-filled night where secrets emerge and ghosts may or may not appear… What do you believe? And do you dare discover the truth? 2:22 - A Ghost Story will be performed at the Playhouse Theatre, Wombwell from the 22nd-24th October (7:30pm). Please note the show is recommended for 12+ and contains strong language and elements of horror. Please also note the theatre is not wheelchair accessible. The question is, do you dare to book?

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Oct
22

Behind Closed Doors

Thu 19:30Barnsley Civic£15 / £8.50

Original SRM Theatre production exploring how people become trapped by circumstances and choices. Recommended for ages 16+. Running time around 75 minutes.

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Organised by Barnsley Civic
Oct
23

Halloween Bash - Live Wrestling

Fri 18:30Mapplewell Village Hall, Barnsley£5 children / £10 adults / £25 family

Family-friendly Halloween wrestling show with matches, cosplay rumble and photo opportunities.

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Oct
23

Bez (DJ Set)

Fri 19:00The Garrison, Barnsley

Happy Mondays legend Bez brings his DJ set to The Garrison in Barnsley.

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Oct
24

Wombwell Great Autumn Market

Sat 09:30Wombwell high street, BarnsleyFree!

-Free pumpkin decorating -costume contest -A wide range of stalls -Live Enter

Oct
24

Marquee Square Heroes: Marillion Tribute

Sat 19:00The Birdwell Venue, Barnsley£16.50

Marquee Square Heroes perform a full-length tribute to the Fish-era of Marillion, featuring current and former members of Twelfth Night, Credo and Jump.

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Oct
26

Pom-Pom Spiders Halloween Craft

Mon 10:00Worsbrough LibraryFree

Get crafty at Worsbrough Library making pom-pom spiders for Halloween. A free, family-friendly session to keep the kids busy in half term.

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Organised by Barnsley Libraries
Oct
26

Halloween Suncatcher

Mon 10:00Mapplewell and Staincross Library

A craft session making Halloween suncatchers at Mapplewell and Staincross Library. A fun, creative activity for children in the run-up to Halloween.

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Organised by Barnsley Libraries
Oct
26

Horrible Halloween Craft Drop-in

Mon 14:00Wombwell Library

A drop-in craft session at Wombwell Library with a spooky Halloween theme. No need to book – just turn up and get creative.

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Organised by Barnsley Libraries
Oct
26

Spooky Bookmark Children's Craft

Mon 14:30Darfield Library

Children can make their own spooky bookmarks at Darfield Library. A free, friendly craft session for the Halloween season.

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Organised by Barnsley Libraries
Oct
27

South Yorkshire Business Support Session

Tue 09:00Barnsley College Business Centre

An informal business support session bringing together Enterprising Barnsley and the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority. Local businesses can get practical advice on skills, apprenticeships and digital transformation.

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Organised by Barnsley College
Oct
27

Children in Need: 25 Nursery Rhyme Challenge

Tue 09:00Wombwell Library

Join in a fun nursery rhyme challenge at Wombwell Library while raising money for Children in Need. A lovely way for little ones to join in a good cause.

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Organised by Barnsley Libraries
Oct
27

Halloween Mason Jar Craft

Tue 14:00Penistone LibraryFree

Get crafty at Penistone Library with a Halloween mason jar session for children aged 4 to 11. This is a free drop-in activity.

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Organised by Barnsley Libraries
Oct
28

Library Halloween events

Wed 10:00Library @ the Lightbox, Barnsley

Halloween-themed activities at the Library @ the Lightbox in Barnsley town centre. Check the library page for the full programme.

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Organised by Barnsley Libraries
Oct
28

Sweeney Todd

Wed 19:30The Lamproom Theatre, Barnsley

Runs Wednesday 28 to Saturday 31 October at the Lamproom.

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Organised by The Lamproom Theatre
Oct
29

The Bluetones

Thu 19:00Birdwell Venue, Barnsley£27.50 + booking fee

Britpop favourites The Bluetones play Birdwell Venue as part of the 30th anniversary celebrations for Expecting to Fly. Expect indie anthems and a lively atmosphere.

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Oct
29

The Bluetones in Barnsley

Thu 19:00The Birdwell Venue, Birdwell, Barnsley£27.50 advance

The Bluetones bring their Expecting To Fly 30th Anniversary Tour to Birdwell. Doors 7pm.

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Oct
30

The Story Tree – Green Libraries Commission Celebration

Fri 10:00Royston LibraryFree / drop-in

A free drop-in celebration marking the arrival of The Story Tree at Royston Library. Artist Bethan Maddocks has worked with local library and community groups to create a giant paper oak tree celebrating the National Year of Reading, with a workshop for adults and children to make their own paper creations.

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Organised by Barnsley Libraries
Oct
31

Penistone Great Autumn Market

Sat 09:30Penistone Market Barn, BarnsleyFree

- Free Pumpkin Decorating - Wide Range of Stalls - Live Entertainment

Nov
1

High Jinx: Magic & Marvels

Sun 15:00Barnsley Lamproom Theatre

Direct from Blackpool Tower Circus, Michael Jordan presents a family show combining magic, illusion, juggling and circus skills. The confirmed Barnsley performance starts at 15:00, not 14:00.

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Organised by Barnsley Lamproom Theatre
Nov
4

Barnsley Club Development Workshop

Wed 16:00Barnsley Metrodome

A two-hour workshop at Barnsley Metrodome for clubs, groups and organisations delivering sport and physical activity across Barnsley. The session covers funding, practical support and opportunities to help local organisations grow.

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Organised by Barnsley Metrodome
Nov
4

Barnsley FC v Oldham Athletic

Wed 19:00Oakwell, Barnsley

Barnsley host Oldham Athletic in the EFL Trophy group stage at Oakwell. A midweek cup tie under the lights with a place in the knockout rounds at stake.

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Organised by Barnsley FC
Nov
6

Penistone Proms For Poppies

Fri 18:00Saint John the Baptist, Penistone£12.50

An evening of music, song and spoken word in Penistone raising money for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal and the St John the Baptist Church Tower and Clock Renovation Appeal.

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Nov
7

Disney's Frozen – The West End Musical

Sat 14:15Barnsley Lamproom Theatre

The Lamproom presents Disney's Frozen – The West End Musical, bringing Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Kristoff and the songs of the hit film to the Barnsley stage. The production runs from 7 to 14 November, with the opening Saturday matinee listed at 14:15.

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Organised by Barnsley Lamproom Theatre
Nov
8

Jump Bonfire

Sun 17:00The Flying Dutchman, Jump

A community bonfire at the Flying Dutchman in Jump with fairground rides, food stalls and live acts. A great local night out for all the family.

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Organised by The Flying Dutchman
Nov
11

Gardeners' Question Time Recording in Barnsley

Wed 17:00Emmanuel Church, Barnsley£5.09

Join a live BBC Radio 4 Gardeners' Question Time recording at Emmanuel Church, with refreshments from 17:00 followed by two one-hour recordings.

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Organised by BBC Gardeners' Question Time
Nov
12

Jack 'Off' The Beanstalk

Thu 19:30Hoyland Belmont WMC8.55

After the humongous success of last years Adult Panto 'THROBBIN WOOD' we thought , ' Lets do it again, so..... Prepare for Hoyland Community Theatre Group's Naughtiest Adult panto you've seen! Oh yes it is! 🤣🤣 You think you know the story, but not this juicy one ! The tiny town of 'Vaj-ville' is terrorised by the gobby Giant, Blunderbore. Only randy Jack and his hard chopper can save the day. Maneater Dame Trott runs the useless farm with ' Thick as sh#t Alice ( who the....). The Kings daughter, Jill, is always horny for Jack, but the Giants henchman, the Evil, deboached, 'Fleshlight',will stop at nothing to take her up the dungeon! (Boooo) Can Fairy flick-bean, with her vibrating wand, make everyone come together? Lots of innuendos, rude words, singalongs and loads of laughs! (18+) Doors OPEN 6:45pm Show starts 7:30pm

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Nov
14

Wigan Athletic v Barnsley

Sat 15:00The Brick Community Stadium, Wigan

The Tykes make the short trip to Wigan Athletic in League One. A Saturday afternoon away day in Greater Manchester.

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Organised by Barnsley FC
Nov
19

Afternoon Tea with Live Entertainment

Thu 12:30Griffin Suite, Shaw Lane Sports Club, Barnsley£15

Afternoon tea with live entertainment from Amanda L'ska in the Griffin Suite at Shaw Lane Sports Club. The event runs from 12:30 to 15:30 and tickets are £15 per person. Dietary requirements can be accommodated when arranged in advance.

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Nov
20

Barnsley Bright Nights

Fri 17:00Barnsley Town CentreFree

Free light-art festival across Barnsley town centre on Friday 20 and Saturday 21 November, 5pm to 8.30pm.

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Organised by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council
Nov
20

Reach for the Stars

Fri 19:00Barnsley Lamproom Theatre

The Lamproom Youth Theatre Ensemble returns with a new 2026 production featuring song, music and dance from theatre and film. The Friday performance starts at 19:00, not 19:30.

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Organised by Barnsley Lamproom Theatre
Nov
20

Rave On

Fri 19:30Barnsley Civic

Live music show at Barnsley Civic.

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Organised by Barnsley Civic
Nov
22

The Ultimate Tribute Concert to Cher

Sun 19:30Barnsley Lamproom Theatre

A live tribute celebrating Cher's six-decade career and greatest hits, with a full concert-style production at Barnsley Lamproom Theatre. Performance starts at 19:30.

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Organised by Barnsley Lamproom Theatre
Nov
24

Bradford City v Barnsley

Tue 19:45Valley Parade, Bradford

Barnsley head to Bradford City for a Tuesday night League One fixture. A Yorkshire away trip for the reds.

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Organised by Barnsley FC
Nov
27

Tom Meighan Raw 26

Fri 19:00The Garrison, Barnsley

Tom Meighan performs at The Garrison. Doors 7pm, show 8pm. Ages 16+.

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Organised by The Garrison
Nov
28

AFC Wimbledon v Barnsley

Sat 15:00Cherry Red Records Stadium, London

A long trip to the Cherry Red Records Stadium as Barnsley take on AFC Wimbledon in League One. The Reds will be backed by their travelling support.

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Organised by Barnsley FC
Dec
4

Christmas on the Square

Fri 12:00The Glass Works Square, BarnsleyFree

Festive programme at The Glass Works, including the True North Après-Ski Tipi, markets, live music, crafts and seasonal entertainment.

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Organised by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council
Dec
5

Robin Hood – A Spectacular New Pantomime

Sat 19:00Barnsley Lamproom Theatre

A spectacular new Robin Hood pantomime comes to the People's Theatre, brought to you by the team behind Sleeping Beauty and Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs. The production runs from 5 December 2026 to 2 January 2027.

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Organised by Barnsley Lamproom Theatre
Dec
12

Peterborough United v Barnsley

Sat 15:00Weston Homes Stadium, Peterborough

Barnsley travel to the Weston Homes Stadium to face Peterborough United in League One. Another away day for the Reds faithful.

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Organised by Barnsley FC
Dec
26

Mansfield Town v Barnsley

Sat 15:00One Call Stadium, Mansfield

Boxing Day football as Barnsley make the trip to the One Call Stadium to face Mansfield Town in League One. A festive away day for the Reds.

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Organised by Barnsley FC
Dec
31

The Garrison NYE Party 26

Thu 19:00The Garrison, Barnsley

New Year’s Eve party with live music from three bands, headlined by Here’s Jonny.

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Organised by The Garrison

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