Laugh out loud at this comedy night

Spofforth is set for an evening of laughter as the village hosts its eagerly awaited Comedy Night at the village hall.

The event will feature a line-up of three established comedians alongside emerging local talent, promising a lively mix of humour.

Organised by community volunteers, the night has become a much-loved fixture in the village calendar, bringing residents together for an evening of light-hearted entertainment. 

£15.50, from 7pm-11pm, November 7, Spofforth Village Hall, Castle Street, Spofforth, Harrogate, HG3 1AP.

Enjoy a Coldplay candlelit experience 

This Saturday, immerse yourself in a magical atmosphere as a string trio performs Coldplay classics such as Clocks, Yellow, Fix You and A Sky Full of Stars beneath the soft glow of candlelight.

The Lumos concert will take place at St Wilfrid’s Church, with the music, architecture and atmosphere sure to create a memorable evening.

Choose between two sittings (5-6 pm or 7-8 pm), with doors opening 45 minutes before each performance. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis within Platinum, Gold, Silver, or Bronze zones, with guests aged eight and above welcome.

Various prices, times as above, November 8, St Wilfrid's Church, Duchy Road, Harrogate, HG1 2EY.

Fireworks and festivities across North Yorkshire 

This Saturday, North Yorkshire will light up with a series of bonfire night celebrations.

One of the main events, The Harrogate Round Table Stray Bonfire and Fireworks event takes place on the Stray near Oatlands, with a £5 suggested donation supporting Martin House Children’s Hospice.

In Knaresborough, Mother Shipton’s Inn hosts a bonfire night celebration featuring a Guy Fawkes competition, hotdogs, mulled cider and hot cocktails. 

Over in Masham, the Shooting Holme Fireworks Display includes food, drinks, a bonfire, and fireworks, with local pubs welcoming visitors afterwards. Meanwhile, Pateley Bridge will hold its Showground Fireworks with a torchlight procession, bonfire, fireworks, and a Best Guy competition, with entry by donation (£4 per person or £15 per family).

From grand displays to local gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

For our full bonfire and firework event listings, click here.

Celebrate books, stories and collectors under one roof

The Northern Illustrated, Children’s & Detective Fiction Book Fair is taking place this Saturday at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre. 

Celebrating classic and collectible books for all ages, visitors can explore everything from vintage children’s stories and rare illustrated editions to timeless detective fiction by authors like Agatha Christie and Ian Fleming – a must-visit for book lovers and collectors alike.

Visitors can chat with knowledgeable dealers, discover hidden literary treasures, and even find the perfect gift for a fellow book enthusiast. 

Entry £1, November 8, Great Yorkshire Events Centre, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, HG2 8NZ.

Go to a Remembrance Sunday service

Each year on the Sunday closest to Armistice Day, Remembrance Sunday is observed across the country to honour those who served in the armed forces, both past and present. 

Communities gather at war memorials to reflect, lay wreaths and observe a two-minute silence at 11am. It is a day not only of remembrance, but of gratitude and collective reflection.

Throughout the Harrogate district, local residents, veterans, cadets, and civic leaders will unite in quiet tribute, ensuring that the memory of those who gave their lives in conflict continues to be preserved for future generations.