# Events & Things To Do In Barnsley on 17th May 2026 - **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Barnsley on 17th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. - **Category**: ## About Discover the best events and activities in Barnsley on 17th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. ## Events in Barnsley - **Event Name**: BARNSLEY SPIRITUAL AND WELLBEING SHOW - **Description**: Another new venue for 2026 for our Spiritual and Wellbeing Show - Get the date in your diary!! #events2026 #barnsley #barnsleymums #southyorkshire #wherecanwego - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 89 - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun May 17 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/barnsley/barnsley-spiritual-and-wellbeing-show/200028634206403 - **Venue**: Holiday Inn Barnsley M1, JCT.37 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy83YWQzYTJhZDI2Njc5NmI4YjQzNmNlZjE0ZTg2NTkzMGFhZjQwYTY5MzFkM2I3N2UxMTE3YjhlYzExZTRjZTc4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQ0NC1kY2ZkMDAwMi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NDM3MzkxNg.avif - **Event Name**: On Yer Bike charity fundraiser - **Description**: The bike ride in support of community, mental health, wellbeing and learning disability services. Take part in our annual bike ride, cycling from Kendray Hospital to Cheswold Park and back to Kendray Hospital. Approximate 38 mile (19 miles half route) bi - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 09:00 am (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/barnsley/on-yer-bike-charity-fundraiser/200029834124523 - **Venue**: Kendray Hospital - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy82ZDdlYjIyNzRlNjljYzAzYzJkMjJjN2YwYzIxNDZiYjExODM0OTNmNDA2NTQ4NTJmZDNkNDE0YjY3OGEwNzkxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDg3OS1kY2JiYmNiZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjY4NjgyMw.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, cycling, charities, sports, health-wellness, trips-adventures, mental-health - **Event Name**: Encaustic Art (wax painting) for beginners - **Description**: If you've never heard of encaustic art, it's the wonderfully relaxing process of "painting" a picture, using a small craft iron and coloured wax. The wax is the "paint" and the iron is the "paintbrush." It's really therapeutic, lots of fun and a real boos - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 13 - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 10:30 am – Sun May 17 2026 at 12:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/barnsley/encaustic-art-wax-painting-for-beginners/200029818175152 - **Venue**: 20 The Arcade, Barnsley, UK - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy83ZTllZjc2ZWZhN2FiYzA5MDc5NTU4NDZkZGI0OWQ3ZmFjNzg2YzE0ZTJjOTBkNmI3M2YyMzZlODBiZDEwODg2LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDgxMC1kY2VlZWRmMC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjAzNTEzNQ.avif - **Categories**: art, workshops, fine-arts - **Event Name**: Forest Bathing with Rachel Howfield Massey - **Description**: Connect with nature, using evidence-based creative and mindful techniques to improve your mental health and reduce stress.About this EventSpend time with artist and qualified mindfulness instructor Rachel Howfield Massey, - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun May 17 2026 at 12:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/barnsley/forest-bathing-with-rachel-howfield-massey/100001985916680250 - **Venue**: National Trust - Wentworth Castle Gardens - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8yMWEwZmI3M2Q0MjRlZWU0MzVlNzg4NjI4MGQzNTI4YzUxNmM0NDBiOTkyZGY2M2ViZDQ4NjE1YTEyODEwZjhiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzc4N2E4Zi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzQ0Njk3Njc.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: health-wellness, Art ## Trending Events in Barnsley - **Event Name**: Kate Rusby + Support (Barnsley Folk Festival) - **Description**: Headlining and opening our 2026 Barnsley Folk Festival is none other than Barnsley’s very own Kate Rusby; widely regarded as one of the most captivating voices in British folk music. As her Spring tour draws to a close, Kate will perform this rare hometow - **Venue**: Eldon Street, S70 2JL Barnsley, United Kingdom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/5f9028fdeb378f5b4b960d5322171ab87c65350eb39e42a91e85ae872474f5e3-rimg-w1200-h375-dc1c1511-gmir?v=1777249837 - **Event Name**: Kate Rusby Live at Barnsley Folk Festival - **Description**: Headlining and opening our 2026 Barnsley Folk Festival is none other than Barnsley’s very own Kate Rusby; widely regarded as one of the most captivating voices in British folk music. As her Spring tour draws to a close, Kate will perform this rare hometow - **Venue**: Barnsley Civic - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/00e5d518f8d995be46f921e561a7779216f77c21cabcba810ea98721c94f1c1b-rimg-w1200-h1697-dcd37a1f-gmir?v=1777191332 - **Event Name**: See Peppa Pig at Cannon Hall Farm! - **Description**: Get your youngsters out of those muddy puddles and come and see Peppa Pig at Cannon Hall Farm. The cheeky little piggy will be making personal appearances at intervals on June 6 and 7 – so get your cameras ready and bring your little ones for the perfect - **Venue**: Cannon Hall Farm - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/c997a5535c16a2d882c66678e6fb48caafa213960cdbc4e075944136f6d833ed-rimg-w1200-h527-dc01b1ea-gmir?v=1776740705 - **Event Name**: See Bluey at Cannon Hall Farm - **Description**: Wackadoo! It’s an exciting time as family-favourite Bluey is heading to Cannon Hall Farm in May. The adorable blue Heeler will be appearing in our event marquee at intervals – so get your cameras ready and bring your little ones for the perfect family d - **Venue**: Cannon Hall Farm, Bark House Lane, S75 4AT Cawthorne, United Kingdom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/2485f0f46270bde27d5db5c171a6627c95f024f5b0afe647d61f4c44572fa244-rimg-w1200-h527-dcbfddf4-gmir?v=1776416260 - **Event Name**: Don't Stop Queen Now: Live at Barnsley Metrodome Arena! - **Description**: Don't Stop Queen Now, the UK's largest Queen Tribute production is coming to back to Barnsley Metrodome Arena!About this EventTonight, you’re gonna have yourself a real good time!!!!After two years of consecutive S - **Venue**: Barnsley Metrodome - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/1b0cf37f64f467e92f7bb396aacd57748194f93b4571302575b06d7ee2210967-rimg-w1200-h667-dc191513-gmir.jpg?v=1771113665 - **Event Name**: Cannon Hall Farm Open Day - Supporter Special! - **Description**: We are hosting a very special open day on May 16 to celebrate our most treasured supporters – you don’t have to be a Facebook supporter to join. Anyone interested in knowing more about Cannon Hall Farm is welcome! With an enhanced programme of talks and - **Venue**: Cannon Hall Farm, Bark House Lane, S75 4AT Cawthorne, United Kingdom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/8203905c9138fd3e65caa0e680ac4888f8a2b43d9355230acac895b7e50e542e-rimg-w820-h360-dc45492e-gmir?v=1777179890 - **Event Name**: 🎤🍿 Popcorn, Pints & Punchlines is coming to Barnsley! 🍺🎤 - **Description**: 🎤🍿 Popcorn, Pints & Punchlines is coming to Barnsley! 🍺🎤 Brown Bear Comedy has teamed up with Parkway Cinemas to bring you a brand-new night of stand-up comedy – right in the heart of Barnsley town centre! Brown Bear Comedy is quickly becoming the p - **Venue**: Parkway Cinema Barnsley - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/4e443e9dbf92b24d8524a486ad511ef9dba167338c5152779d46f9fcca56e13a-rimg-w1024-h1536-dc2f1314-gmir?v=1776687198 - **Event Name**: Antarctic Monkeys // Barnsley Birdwell Venue - **Description**: Formed in March 2006 from a jamming session, the Antarctic Monkeys became a phenomenon in their own right, travelling the UK and Europe with numerous tours. The demand is now more than ever. Firmly established on the tribute scene, their live show has the - **Venue**: Birdwell Venue - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/4df257d0550df3e65d330904ebf3ebb4c09f32afa036dc08bcb77bd58794d513-rimg-w1200-h600-dc2f1c08-gmir?v=1769640374 - **Event Name**: The Bluetones in Barnsley - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss this Out! The Bluetones is Live at The Birdwell Venue on Thursday, October 29, 2026! 🎶 This is your moment. The Bluetones is hitting The Birdwell Venue on Thursday, October 29, 2026, an - **Venue**: The Birdwell Venue - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/11114160-06ca-11f1-a0df-a19131d8c21d-rimg-w1200-h675-dc485e33-gmir.webp?v=1770760036 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Barnsley? - **A:** BARNSLEY SPIRITUAL AND WELLBEING SHOW (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am at Holiday Inn Barnsley M1, JCT.37), On Yer Bike charity fundraiser (Sun May 17 2026 at 09:00 am at Kendray Hospital), Encaustic Art (wax painting) for beginners (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:30 am at 20 The Arcade, Barnsley, UK), Forest Bathing with Rachel Howfield Massey (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am at National Trust - Wentworth Castle Gardens). - **Q**: What are the top free events in Barnsley? - **A:** Forest Bathing with Rachel Howfield Massey (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am at National Trust - Wentworth Castle Gardens). - **Q**: How can I find events in Barnsley? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Barnsley on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Barnsley? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Barnsley? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Barnsley include Holiday Inn Barnsley M1, JCT.37, Kendray Hospital, 20 The Arcade, Barnsley, UK. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Barnsley? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Barnsley include Hope & Harmony, EyUp NHS Charity, heART of HANDMADE. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. 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