The day will be packed with live entertainment celebrating all things Irish. There will be something for all the family, including stalls and free face painting for children.

The big stage will showcase the best in traditional Irish music and dance, including performances from Shake the Barley, Belt of the Celts and the Mouldy Joes.. the list goes on!

Come and soak up the ambience and Celtic charm, indulge in a pint of the black stuff, just sit back and enjoy the craic!

For more information contact:
Peter Simmons Tel: 01422 381055
Email: timmonspeter@yahoo.co.uk
www.halifaxirishfestival.org.uk
or www.halifaxirishsociety.org.uk

Admissions: £5.00
Concessions: £3.00
Children (under 12) FREE

Saturday 10 July
12.00 noon – 4.00pm

Join us for a free community festival celebrating one of the most vibrant cultures of the Middle East. Enjoy wonderful music from Salaam UK. Hear local children and internationally renowned singer Reem Kelani singing the songs of Palestine.

Give a warm Calderdale welcome to the young dancers from Aida refugee camp in Bethlehem as they join with local teenagers in a traditional ‘dabka’ dance. A perfect opportunity to try out delicious Palestinian food and browse round the colourful craft art and embroidery displays – a great day out for all the family!

For more information contact
Clive Morris Newman Tel: 01422 884242
email clivemorrisnewman@fastmail.fm

http://discoverpalestine2010.wordpress.com/

Free Event

Sunday 25 July
11.00am – 4.00pm

Calderdale ignites its Olympic torch in preparation for the Games coming to London in 2012. This event combines spectacles of both cultural and sporting excellence. Demonstrations by local community groups, cycling skills, health fitness checks and an all action packed ‘Bootcamp’ supplied by Ice Fitness.

There will be details of the many sporting and cultural opportunities available throughout Calderdale, and displays from clubs and organisations.

For all of you who fancy something a little less sporty and bit more fun, we will be hosting our very own sports day. We will be including old favourites such as the egg and spoon race and bean bag championships, so if you are old or young…come join in the fun.

Free event

Saturday 31 July
Doors Open 7.30pm

The historic Piece Hall will play host to local favourites ‘OFF THE WALL’ as they return to their roots with their strongest line up to date.

Superb sound and lights, plus featured laser show. Friends and international guest musicians further enhance the unique atmosphere within the courtyard and tiered galleries which frame this unique venue….A SPECTACLE NOT TO BE MISSED!

Online ticket purchasing:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=VICTORIATHEATRE&organ_val=24977&schedule=list&event_val=2212

Phone: 01422 351158 or call into the Victoria Theatre Box Office open Monday to Saturday between 10am and 4pm.

Adults £15
Children (under 15) £10
Tickets on the door £20