[Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers]
Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers

There's a great deal going on during the inaugural Halifax Festival. A packed 9 days of diverse events including arts, theatre, music, film and sport, there will be something for all the family to suit every age range and budget.

The excitement kicks off on Saturday 14th August with Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers performing in the beautiful surroundings of the Piece Hall - a spectacle not to be missed.

Other highlights include: The South, formerly Beautiful South playing new songs and old favourites from their 20 year back catalogue, an outdoor theatrical performance of children’s classic The Secret Garden, and a grand finale drive-in movie double feature of E.T. and Dirty Dancing finished with fireworks.

Join our mailing list to recieve the Halifax Festival brochure through the post and keep up to date with all the events!

PLEASE NOTE: The event 'Performance Poetry & Acoustic Evening' is on Wednesday 18 August, 8pm NOT Friday 20 as listed in the brochure.