Brighter Still – FAQs
Useful information about our spectacular finale event Brighter Still, coming to Myrtle Park in Bingley on 20 & 21 Dec 2025.
Brighter Still is the uplifting closing event for Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture. Starring hundreds of people from across our district, it’s a celebration of who we are, where we live and the ties that bind us together – and everyone’s invited.
Join us in Myrtle Park on the two longest nights of the year for an epic gathering. As dusk descends and the chill of night falls, you’ll feel magic in the air – and the warmth of thousands of Bradfordians, all here to celebrate together.
This page includes some useful information to help you plan your visit to Brighter Still. If you have any questions, please contact us on [email protected].
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Getting there
Find out travel and transport information for Brighter Still, including parking, road closures, taxis and public transport.
Use our sustainable travel planner below to plan your route.
Public transport
Myrtle Park is well served by public transport.
The nearest train station is Bingley (5-7 min walk to the event). There are regular services to and from Bingley into Bradford Foster Square, Leeds and to Skipton, Settle and beyond.
Please check with local transport providers for up-to-date information about timetables.
Blue Badge parking
Accessible Blue Badge Parking will be available at this event. More information will be available closer to the event.
Accessibility
This event will include loud music and flashing lights and features fire.
To discuss your access requirements, please contact our Ticketing team on [email protected].
Brighter Still will include the following access provision:
- An accessible entry point
- Accessible toilets
- An accessible viewing platform for wheelchair users, their companions and those needing a seat for access reasons. Please get in touch to book a space on the viewing platform in advance via [email protected]
- Audio description available on site – select the relevant ticket type when booking if you need to access this provision so you can be directed to the Access Information Point
- British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation will be included in both performances – select the relevant ticket type when booking if you need to access this provision so you can be directed to the best location to see the interpreter
- A quiet space
- A prayer space
- Limited ear defenders for adults and children will be available to collect from the Access Information Point – please bring your own if you have them and think you may need them
- Service animals are welcome
- Limited accessible parking
Event information
What time is the event?
The performance starts at 4pm.
The site will be open to ticketholders from 3pm.
Are there any age restrictions?
Brighter Still is suitable for all ages, but please note that under–16s must be accompanied by an adult.
I’m eligible for free entry because I’m aged under 16 or over 60. Do I need a ticket or can I just turn up?
All audience members require a ticket, even if they are eligible for free entry. You will not be admitted without a valid ticket.
Babes in arms (under 12 months only) do not require a ticket.
Are there seats?
Brighter Still is a standing event but there will be an accessible viewing platform for wheelchair users and their companion, and for anyone else who needs a seat for access reasons. Spaces on the platform are limited and must be booked in advance. Please contact our Ticketing team at [email protected] to book your space and/or to discuss your access requirements.
Will there be food and drink?
There will be food and drink for sale in the event site. More information will be available closer to the event.
What can I bring with me?
We want to ensure that Bradford 2025 events are safe for everyone to enjoy.
The following items will not be allowed into Myrtle Park:
- Large luggage, bags and/or suitcases
- Alcohol
- Illegal Substances
- Weapons
- Lasers
- Fireworks or sparklers
- Bikes
- Scooters or e-scooters
- Camping chairs
- Balaclavas may not be worn
- Professional film and photography equipment
Will there be a cloakroom?
No, there will not be anywhere to store your belongings, please don’t bring large bags or luggage.
Will there be toilets?
Yes, there will be portaloos, including accessible toilets, on site.
Will the event include loud music or flashing lights?
The performance will include loud music and flashing lights. There will be a signposted Quiet Space away from the Stage. If you’d like to know more about the Quiet Space, please ask a member of our team when you arrive.
There will also be elements of fire around the site and as part of the stage design. The fire is entirely safe, but there will be heat and light given off by this.
Are animals allowed?
Service animals are welcome, but no other animals will be allowed into the event site.
If I need to leave the site, can I re-enter?
No, re-entry is not permitted.
Will the event still go ahead in bad weather?
Yes, the event will go ahead unless there are weather conditions that could impact the safety of performers and audiences. For our full ticketing refund and exchange policies, please visit bradford2025.co.uk/terms-and-conditions
Please ensure that you dress for the weather conditions.
Will the event be crowded?
We expect it to be busy, but capacity has been managed to ensure everyone can enjoy the event safely. We will have a signposted Quiet Space available on site for anyone who may need it – please ask a member of our team on arrival if you’d like to know more about this space.
Can I smoke or vape at the event?
Smoking or vaping is not permitted within the event site.
I bought a ticket but now I can’t come. Can I return my ticket or get a refund?
Please let us know if you no longer need some or all your tickets, including free tickets. To return your ticket(s), please contact our Ticketing team at [email protected].
If you’ve bought a ticket for the event and are no longer able to attend, we can arrange either an exchange to an alternative event or credit on your Bradford 2025 account. As per our terms and conditions, no refunds will be issued. For our full ticketing refund and exchange policies, please visit bradford2025.co.uk/terms-and-conditions
Is there a limit on the number of tickets I can purchase?
You can book a maximum of six tickets per transaction. If you need to make a group booking for more than six people, please contact our Ticketing team at [email protected].