Halifax and Calderdale News and Events
If you’re looking for things to do in Halifax such as events and attractions, or are planning where to stay in Halifax, you’ll find everything you need for your visit on WhatsOnInHalifax.com. Our What’s On Halifax guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Halifax – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Halifax by checking out our Halifax News and Events Calendar page.
See what's on in Halifax. The events calendar is always packed with art festivals, live music, exhibitions, theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.
Whats On In Halifax Local News
Halifax News March 30, 2026
Halifax Piece Hall’s summer 2026 concert series gets even bigger with new major act announced
Halifax Piece Hall will welcome performances from some legendary acts this summer YorkshireLive – Halifax | News…
Halifax News March 10, 2026
‘I was an 11-year-old victim at Skircoat Lodge – Paedophile director is not the biggest problem’
Chris Wild, a victim of abuse at Skircoat Lodge, says he is determined to push for a public inquiry YorkshireLive – Halifax | News…
Halifax News February 18, 2026
Man dies after being hit by lorry in Halifax town centre
Police have issued a statement. The road remains closed. YorkshireLive – Halifax | News…
Halifax News January 28, 2026
Halifax dad-of-two ‘determined not to repeat same mistakes’ after being found with £60k in Class-A drugs
Sakeb Nazir said he’d made choices he deeply regretted. YorkshireLive – Halifax | News…
Halifax News January 10, 2026
‘Billy’ drugs line boss who ran operation with more than 30 ‘staff’ and shattered lives
In total, West Yorkshire Police arrested 36 people thought to be in connection with the ‘callous’ drug line YorkshireLive – Halifax | News…
Halifax News November 11, 2025
Five massive new acts added to Halifax Piece Hall summer 2026 concert series
The schedule for Halifax Piece Hall’s summer 2026 concert series has got bigger YorkshireLive – Halifax | News…
Halifax News October 22, 2025
Adorable Halifax pair looking for their forever home after ‘rocky life’
‘These two are such great friends’ YorkshireLive – Halifax | News…
Halifax News October 3, 2025
Halifax BMW driver leaves mum unable to work after smashing into parked car in police chase
She was left with horrific, life-changing injuries YorkshireLive – Halifax | News…
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Examiner Live Halifax
- Man arrested in search for Halifax rape suspect Kevin Bowlerby editorial@examiner.co.uk (Rahmah Ghazali) on April 10, 2026 at 11:37 am
The man had been wanted by police for several weeks
- Gruesome structure pointing to Halifax's dark past to be replacedby editorial@examiner.co.uk (Michael Broomhead, Local Democracy Reporting Service, John Greenwood, Local Democracy Reporting Service, Elizabeth Mackley) on April 10, 2026 at 4:00 am
Calderdale Council has released details of the plans.
- Halifax rape suspect still on the run as police renew appealby editorial@examiner.co.uk (Rahmah Ghazali) on April 9, 2026 at 11:51 am
Kevin Bowler, 45, is wanted in connection with a rape reported to have taken place on Sunday, March 15
- Halifax lapdancing club applies for 'sexual entertainment' licenceby editorial@examiner.co.uk (John Greenwood, Local Democracy Reporter, Elizabeth Mackley) on April 9, 2026 at 4:00 am
Councillors have been told they can't refuse it for moral reasons
Discover Halifax
- Discover Halifax Annual Report 2025–26by Aesha Veremu on March 5, 2026 at 10:47 am
- Halifax Fiver Festby Aesha Veremu on February 5, 2026 at 3:55 pm
- Plan Your Visit: Light Up Halifax 2025by Aesha Veremu on November 11, 2025 at 12:55 pm
- Halifax Christmas Trail 2025by Aesha Veremu on November 10, 2025 at 1:19 pm
- Light Up Halifaxby Aesha Veremu on November 7, 2025 at 8:34 pm


