BRADFORD LIVE is throwing open its doors for TWO MASSIVE FREE LAUNCH EVENTS prior to the official opening weekend. The special events are a huge thank you to the people of Bradford for welcoming Trafalgar Entertainment to the city, and a big celebration of things to come!

We welcome you to come and explore the building and see the amazing restoration that has taken place in this iconic venue as part of a fun-packed FREE FAMILY OPEN DAY.

The event will include access to all the venue’s event spaces and a chance for children to enjoy themselves with a treasure hunt, face painting and other activities.

Local venue historian Mark Nicholson will be hosting talks about the venue’s rich history in the beautifully restored Ballroom throughout the day.

Come on down and have your picture taken on our historic stage or just relax with refreshments available from our bar and take a seat in our stunning auditorium.

If you have special memories of the venue, we would love you to share them with us on the day.

Bookable time slots are available on the day for visitors to come and explore the venue at their leisure. Book your place now at www.bradfordlive.co.uk

And just prior to Bill Bailey (30 Aug) and The Prat Pack (31 Aug) on the official opening weekend, we’re kicking off the celebrations in style with the BIGGEST FREE PARTY IN BRADFORD!

In association with The Limelight Orchestra, BRADFORD LIVE AT LAST: BRADFORD’S BIG BASH brings you the ultimate club music meets classical experience to Bradford Live!

Get ready for an electrifying night as Limelight’s stunning 40-piece orchestra, dancers and powerhouse vocalists perform iconic dance, trance, and club hits from the ’90s to now.

Reimagined classics like Hey Boy Hey Girl by The Chemical Brothers, Insomnia by Faithless, The Rockafeller Skank by Fatboy Slim, Children by Robert Miles, and more; this is your chance to dance to orchestral versions of your favourite anthems, set against a jaw-dropping light show, transforming this breathtaking venue into a high-energy club atmosphere.

Warm up with our pre-show DJ set from Leccy (Woodland Disco Festival, Lovezoo) before the main performance starts!

To book your FREE tickets for PURE CLUB CLASSICAL visit www.bradfordlive.co.uk (Max. 4 tickets per person). Tickets available from today!

Darren Moore, Venue Director, said: “What better way to welcome the people of Bradford into their new venue, than with two huge free events! 2025 is a special year for Bradford, with its City of Culture status and a brand-new entertainment venue, so there’s a real buzz around the city.

“We know people are desperate to come in and explore Bradford Live so now’s your chance. We love this venue, and we can’t wait to share it! Everyone is invited to join in the celebrations, and we’re looking forward to opening our doors for these unmissable events.”