The Big Beacon Family Welcome

Join us at Lister Park for an afternoon of family fun.

Tent of Hope

A celebration of solidarity and interfaith dialogue.

Tent of Hope: The Marketplace of Faith and Creativity

Share creative experiences inspired by faith and belief.

Tent of Hope: Peace Mandala

Zareena Bano

Join local artist, Zareena Bano, for this collaborative artwork creation.

Tent of Hope: Guided Walks around Lister Park

Join us for a gentle guided walk around Lister Park.

Tent of Hope: Acts of Prayer and Solidarity

Roundtable discussions about global conflict, climate emergency, the role and future of faith / inter-faith in today’s world.

Tent of Hope: Roundtable Discussions

Roundtable discussions about global conflict, climate emergency, the role and future of faith / inter-faith in today’s world.

Tent of Hope: An Evening of Stories and Music

A warm, welcoming and intimate evening of storytelling from around the world.

Play Bradford’s Mobile Adventure Playground

We’re teaming up with Play Bradford to bring mobile play to The Beacon at Lister Park.

Shadmanny!

Little Foodies & Bradford South Asian Festival

Join us for some very special foodie fun.

The Cocoa Butter Club

It's time to lotion up baby!

Whale, Where Are You Going?

S. Production

Move over, Moby Dick! There's a mysterious new whale at large in the ocean.

Hindu Sangh Culture Event

Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (UK)

Find out about Hindu and Gujarati traditions at The Beacon

Hot Caribbean Beatz in the Park

Join us for an evening of Caribbean music at The Beacon

Art and Play Day

Bradford District Museums & Galleries

Have a go at different art techniques - for little artists and their grown ups.

A Somali Village in Lister Park

Friends of Bradford Art Galleries and Museums

Find out about this popular attraction at the 1904 Great Exhibition

Storm Gathering

ARK Bradford

A Bradford-wide conversation about climate and community draws to a close with this special event at The Beacon.

Blankets & Wine Bradford

Kenya comes to Manningham! Celebrate African music and culture across two stages in Lister Park.

Khooghi

Come on a journey as Kauser weaves together her history with the life and songs of Pakistani folk legend.

Share and Care

Bradford New Church

Hands-on sustainable arts and crafts for all ages.

The Baton of Hope

The Baton of Hope is the UK’s­ largest ever suicide prevention initiative.

Sip and Paint

Creative Flare

Chill, create, and connect with friends.

On Yer Bike

Discover the unexpected meanings of cycling... with no lycra in sight!

Gaana Shaana

An evening of Song, Stories & South Asian Vibes.

Qigong and Tai Chi Mid Autumn Moon Festival

Yorkshire Chi

Have a go at and learn more about Qigong and Tai Chi.

Share Your Story: On Board at The Beacon

National Literacy Trust in Bradford

The Bradford Stories Bus is coming to The Beacon for a one-day story spectacular.

The Invite

Mind the Gap

Mind the Gap’s new immersive theatre experience invites you to a surprise party with music, movement… and cake.

Poetry Takeaway

The Poetry Takeaway serves high quality, personalised poetry to diners, written, performed and wrapped up to takeaway.

Big Bradford WESTival Celebration

Bradford West Area Coordinators

A showcase evening of music, dance and performance.

Let’s Make

Lou Sumray

Get creative with artist Lou Sumray at these free family-friendly workshops in Lister Park.

Otherhood

Old Bird Theatre

A story of radical love and found family.

The Beacon DRAW!

Part of Our Patch

Join us for a colourful celebration of creativity inspired by David Hockney.

STATUESQUE at Lister Park

Chicks on Sticks & Naomi Parker

Costumed characters, free family workshop and a community parade.

CultureCam

Photo Hub North CIC

The mobile camera and dark room touring communities around Bradford.