Art gives voice to the voiceless and fame to the ignored. You can learn various forms of art from dancing to sketching in [CITY]. There are designated classes, drama workshops, and art events in [CITY] for the same. If you just want to be a mere spectator you can attend theatre events and art exhibitions in [CITY] too.
Ever wanted to volunteer in those nukkad, nataks or street shows? Wish to learn the basics of painting? Well, just explore through the art & theatre events in [CITY].
## Art Events in Ilkley - **Event Name**: An Evening with Donal Ryan & Molly Aitken - **Description**: Join us for a Q&A and book signing with award-winning Irish authors Donal Ryan (We Are The Kings) and Molly Aitken (Bright I Burn).About this EventWe're thrilled to be hosting a Q&A and book signing with Irish Boo - **Date**: Wed Sep 09 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed Sep 09 2026 at 08:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ilkley/an-evening-with-donal-ryan-and-molly-aitken/100001994302676992 - **Venue**: Grove Bookshop - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvODEwYTBjZGQ3M2NkZWI4YzcwMWRiOGU5Mjk5Y2Y2M2Q3YmE5M2FmZGVkNGNhZGUwNjM3NmMzMWVlZTQ2NjIwNy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MDAtZGNmZGRiNTItZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg0Mzg3NzUz.avif - **Price**: GBP 10 - **Categories**: art, literary-art - **Event Name**: An Erasure Poetry Taster Workshop with Jaz Oldham - **Description**: Join local poet Jaz Oldham in our downstairs space for a free taster workshop on the art of erasure poetry. Suitable for beginners.About this EventAs part of our Poetry Month, we're thrilled to be hosting a free poetry wo - **Date**: Sun Jul 26 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun Jul 26 2026 at 04:15 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ilkley/an-erasure-poetry-taster-workshop-with-jaz-oldham/100001992911129837 - **Venue**: Grove Bookshop - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9jNDAwYTAwNWU2Zjc2NDhiYmM0MTg3OGFiYjNlNDFkNTM0YzM0YWI1YTk2ODI5NzM5MmMyMjlhYzgwMWY5MjhlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzE4MTkxMy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODMzNTk3MjU.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, spoken-word - **Event Name**: Writing for wellbeing at Alpkit Ilkley: August 2026 - **Description**: This workshop is an opportunity to explore writing to support your wellbeing. It is suitable for beginners.About this EventOverviewIt is easy to get caught up in everyday life with - **Date**: Tue Aug 25 2026 at 06:30 pm – Tue Aug 25 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ilkley/writing-for-wellbeing-at-alpkit-ilkley-august-2026/100001985807667189 - **Venue**: Alpkit Ilkley - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy83ZjU2NmQxYjM4NmFhNmFlNzdiZmM5ODEwMTJlMjQyM2JmMmI5MjkyNDA5MDgwOWJjMjRjYjM1YzAyNmQ5NzAyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzk3N2I3Zi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODM2ODE1ODg.avif - **Price**: GBP 9 - **Categories**: workshops, art, literary-art, health-wellness - **Event Name**: An Introduction to Modern Art: Art on the Rhine - **Description**: Image J M W Turner: The Pfalz on the Rhine, 1817 This series of talks takes us on an imaginary journey down the Rhine, exploring artists and artworks connected to the region. Beginning in the Netherlands, we’ll examine the work of two of the Dutch maste - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Wed Sep 16 2026 at 10:30 am (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ilkley/an-introduction-to-modern-art-art-on-the-rhine/200030267915635 - **Venue**: Weston Road, LS29 8DW Ilkley, United Kingdom - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy84N2Y5YTRiNjhhODNmNTY5MThkYjU1ZjUxZGU1OGQ4MzE5YTk2ZGJiNzVlYTYzZmIyOTZjY2ZlYWVlMDFkMjVkLXJpbWctdzYyMC1oMzUwLWRjYTZhODkzLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg0ODE4NDQ5.avif - **Categories**: art, fine-arts, workshops, theatre - **Event Name**: Hoop Art Workshop - **Description**: Time: 2pm to 5pm Venue: Scout and Guide HQ, Peel Place Join this relaxing and mindful session aimed at guiding you through the art of applique and embroidery. Select one of 4 designs and you will receive all the materials required to complete your hoop. - **Date**: Mon Aug 24 2026 at 02:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ilkley/hoop-art-workshop/200030439576646 - **Venue**: Burley In Wharfedale, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wMTRhZGQ4NmVhNDA2YmViYjQ0NDhiYzU1ZWFkNWZiNTVmNmE3Y2FkYTY1ZTRlNzYwMjA3M2Q2ZTA2ODgxNmEwLXJpbWctdzg0NC1oODgwLWRjYzJjMmJmLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg0NzI5MjA2.avif - **Categories**: Workshops, Art - **Event Name**: North Country - **Description**: by Tajinder Singh Hayer Performed by arrangement with the author First performed by Freedom Studios in The Wild Woods, Bradford, on 26 October 2016 An Ilkley Playhouse Fringe Production “You've got to have the past but you can't get pulled back by it. Yo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Thu Sep 24 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ilkley/north-country/200030314743550 - **Venue**: Weston Road, LS29 8DW Ilkley, United Kingdom - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYjVhZGNkODZjMTg2MWRjMjA0MDgzNDhiOWQxYWJhY2MwNGM3MzIyYjc2NzRkYWNjY2UwOWE0YTAyOWU0MTllNC1yaW1nLXc2MjAtaDM1MC1kYzhmNzc0Ni1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDI5NDM0OQ.avif - **Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, sports - **Event Name**: Wearable Art - Needle Felting Workshop, Ilkley - **Description**: Discover a new medium to express your ideas with Yorkshire artist Jessica Jenyns. Jessica shares her passion for creating wearable art, using needle felting to breathe new life into pre-loved jumpers and knitted accessories. We think you'll be as impresse - **Date**: Sun Sep 20 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Sep 20 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ilkley/wearable-art-needle-felting-workshop-ilkley/200030285468711 - **Venue**: Mrs Duttons Wondrous Workshops, 3 Church Street, Ilkley LS29 9DR - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8zN2VkNDQwZjY5NTBmMTBmMDg3MTQwNjQ1MGI2MzAzM2E1MWZmMDE0MzQwZjM1MjM0YTYyYTkyOWUyMTJkOGNlLXJpbWctdzU4MC1oNTgwLWRjZGNkOWQyLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg0ODgzOTM0.avif - **Categories**: workshops, art - **Event Name**: Book Club - The Artist by Lucy Steeds - **Description**: Following its release in paperback on 28th May, we will be discussing The Artist by Lucy Steeds at our July book club, the winner of Waterstones book of the year 2025. All welcome. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Thu Jul 30 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ilkley/book-club-the-artist-by-lucy-steeds/200030144868306 - **Venue**: Bar T'at - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9iOGQ4MjJlMGE4YTgyYWQyNThhNzhlYzVjOTM2YjYxOTcwNTdlMWU1ZWI5ZDg2M2M1NTM0MjQ0NDJjYzEzNjIzLXJpbWctdzk3OC1oMTUwMC1kY2IwZDljNS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDg4NzgxNg.avif - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Mid Wharfedale and Beyond Talk with Clive Brook - **Description**: Join planning expert and author Clive Brook for a talk at All Saints' Church: 'Mid Wharfedale 2040 and Beyond - One Man's Vision'.About this EventPlanning expert Clive Brook invites you to a talk entitled Mid Whar - **Date**: Thu Sep 17 2026 at 07:30 pm – Thu Sep 17 2026 at 09:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ilkley/mid-wharfedale-and-beyond-talk-with-clive-brook/100001993130667480 - **Venue**: All Saints' Parish Church, Ilkley - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy82YTdlMzcyZGU0Zjg0OGM2MjkzNGUzMGNiYzExNjI4NTczMDAxZmVlYjNkOTVkNWEwZmQ5MjRiZjFkODliMTgwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2RkZGFkMi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODMzNTk4NDM.avif - **Price**: GBP 8 - **Categories**: art, literary-art, business, health-wellness ## Trending Events in Ilkley - **Event Name**: The 2026 Yorkshire Invitational: Spectator Tickets - **Description**: Yorkshire’s premier golf tournament returns, with European golf legend Colin Montgomerie hosting its seventh edition.About this EventThe 2026 Yorkshire InvitationalThe Yorkshire In - **Venue**: Ilkley Golf Club - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/e6fe7ab97964d88480944d78b9830084da5d0212312394b081db4aa53a10ff6d-rimg-w1200-h744-dc633030-gmir.jpg?v=1763974095 - **Event Name**: An Evening with Donal Ryan & Molly Aitken - **Description**: Join us for a Q&A and book signing with award-winning Irish authors Donal Ryan (We Are The Kings) and Molly Aitken (Bright I Burn).About this EventWe're thrilled to be hosting a Q&A and book signing with Irish Boo - **Venue**: Grove Bookshop - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/810a0cdd73cdeb8c701db8e9299cf63d7ba93afded4cade06376c31eee466207-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfddb52-gmir.jpg?v=1784387753 - **Event Name**: Absolute Bowie at King's Hall Ilkley - **Description**: Winners of the Best Bowie Tribute and Best Band at the Agents Association of Great Britain Awards. “Britain’s top Bowie tribute” – The Times “Unmissable” – Mail on Sunday “A lovingly crafted Bowie show” – NME Now in their 19th year of touring, Absolute - **Venue**: King's Hall and Winter Garden, Ilkley - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/051c9aec62f591b6b1ec6bba477fe16a98af09791e9882a82cf7478d94e9cbdb-rimg-w1200-h1683-dc32282a-gmir?v=1782936096 - **Event Name**: Voodoo Room (Playing Hendrix, Claptop & Cream) - **Description**: Paying tribute to some of the greatest names in rock history, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Cream, Voodoo Room are a stunning power-trio featuring some of the UK's finest musicians. Members of the band have played with Eric Clapton, Massive Attack, Ben - **Venue**: Weston Road, LS29 8DW Ilkley, United Kingdom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0c3b1aaecf5660f20656b85d58478db0cf51be35908f32cf0abb3f499defcb16-rimg-w753-h425-dc010106-gmir?v=1784230501 - **Event Name**: Bingo That’s Bonkers ( Ilkley ) - **Description**: 🎉 Ilkley… It’s Your Turn to Go BONKERS! 🎉 📍 King’s Hall & Winter Garden 📅 Saturday 6th Feb 2027 Forget everything you think you know about bingo. This is Bingo That’s Bonkers landing in Ilkley for one night only… and we’re bringing the full part - **Venue**: King’s Hall & Winter Garden - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/dda464c0-8783-11f1-a8a4-631b175f3d78-rimg-w1200-h675-dc1a1b30-gmir.jpg?v=1784913585 - **Event Name**: In Conversation with Gordon Buchanan at Kings Hall and Winter Garden - **Venue**: Kings Hall and Winter Garden - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/9ca7bc10-6929-11f1-9578-a1beb0c0b8c8-rimg-w1144-h1526-dc191313-gmir.jpg?v=1781576287 - **Event Name**: Night with Beckford and Bridges - **Description**: Ilkley, 29th September 📍 Two Leeds United legends. One unforgettable night with Beckford and Bridges Hear the inside story of that famous goal at Old Trafford and get a behind-the-scenes look at Leeds’ remarkable Champions League journey. Don’t miss it - **Venue**: King's Hall and Winter Garden, Ilkley - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/994fb11144ee9da9bbee2be9df091b1d1acd78cfc31bc11c9d7594de13b60ec6-rimg-w1200-h1697-dc2f43a6-gmir?v=1784180982 - **Event Name**: Take on the Great Yorkshire Abseil for your local Mind - **Description**: Get ready to conquer the heights and experience the thrill of abseiling down Yorkshire's stunning landscapes at the Great Yorkshire AbseilAbout this EventEver feel like your weekends blur together? - **Venue**: Ilkley Moor Cow & Calf Rocks - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/c0be7d659477e7b153078058378e3dffab2a5d85b919ceca2209018594dfb4cb-rimg-w1170-h1655-dc1101bd-gmir.jpg?v=1776091542 - **Event Name**: Fleetwood Shack - **Description**: Prepare to be transported on a remarkable musical journey as Fleetwood Shack delivers an extraordinary performance, featuring an impressive repertoire of the biggest and most beloved Fleetwood Mac hits. From the anthemic Don’t Stop to the soulful Go Your - **Venue**: Weston Road, LS29 8DW Ilkley, United Kingdom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/9f78a3b6e185d6a0d73643dc4c464e0dfe3d763d4642bbb8551b0028c6dcc937-rimg-w620-h350-dc1a1715-gmir?v=1784374008 ## Browse Art Events by Date - [Art Events Today in Ilkley](https://allevents.in/ilkley/art--today) - [Art Events This Weekend in Ilkley](https://allevents.in/ilkley/art--this-weekend) - [Art Events in July in Ilkley](https://allevents.in/ilkley/art--july) - [Art Events in August in Ilkley](https://allevents.in/ilkley/art--august) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Art events in Ilkley? - **A:** An Evening with Donal Ryan & Molly Aitken (Wed Sep 09 2026 at 07:00 pm at Grove Bookshop), An Erasure Poetry Taster Workshop with Jaz Oldham (Sun Jul 26 2026 at 03:00 pm at Grove Bookshop), Writing for wellbeing at Alpkit Ilkley: August 2026 (Tue Aug 25 2026 at 06:30 pm at Alpkit Ilkley), An Introduction to Modern Art: Art on the Rhine (Wed Sep 16 2026 at 10:30 am at Weston Road, LS29 8DW Ilkley, United Kingdom), Hoop Art Workshop (Mon Aug 24 2026 at 02:00 pm at Burley In Wharfedale, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom). - **Q**: What are the top free Art events in Ilkley? - **A:** An Erasure Poetry Taster Workshop with Jaz Oldham (Sun Jul 26 2026 at 03:00 pm at Grove Bookshop). - **Q**: What Art events are happening in Ilkley this weekend July 24–26, 2026? - **A:** An Erasure Poetry Taster Workshop with Jaz Oldham (Sun Jul 26 2026 at 03:00 pm at Grove Bookshop). - **Q**: What Art events are happening in Ilkley in July 2026? - **A:** An Erasure Poetry Taster Workshop with Jaz Oldham (Sun Jul 26 2026 at 03:00 pm at Grove Bookshop), Book Club - The Artist by Lucy Steeds (Thu Jul 30 2026 at 07:30 pm at Bar T'at). - **Q**: How can I find Art events in Ilkley? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Art events in Ilkley on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Art events in Ilkley? - **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 Art events in Ilkley? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Art events in Ilkley include Grove Bookshop, Alpkit Ilkley, Weston Road, LS29 8DW Ilkley, United Kingdom. - **Q**: What is the price range for Art events in Ilkley? - **A:** Prices for Art events in Ilkley range from GBP 8 to GBP 10. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Art events in Ilkley? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Art events in Ilkley include The Grove Bookshop, Faye Knowles, Ilkley Playhouse. - **Q**: Are there any online Art events available? - **A:** Yes, many Art events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Art events in Ilkley? - **A:** Follow the Art category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Art events are listed in Ilkley. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/fa/62c63e1af3495c9493152cf57d2048/art.png ## Arts events from nearby cities - [Arts events in Burley in Wharfedale](https://allevents.in/burley-in-wharfedale/art) - [Arts events in Keighley](https://allevents.in/keighley/art) - [Arts events in Haworth](https://allevents.in/haworth-en/art) - [Arts events in Bradford](https://allevents.in/bradford/art) - [Arts events in Farsley](https://allevents.in/farsley/art) - [Arts events in Harrogate](https://allevents.in/harrogate-en/art) - [Arts events in Halifax](https://allevents.in/halifax-uk/art) - [Arts events in Gomersal](https://allevents.in/gomersal/art)