Please find below details of key events coming up over the next year. From craft fairs to concerts, we host a range of events to suit everyone.
For full details of events happening over the coming weeks, please see our Events page.
We regularly host Concerts by Candlelight, featuring music from your favourite bands and artists.
Coming up in 2026 are:
Full details of all upcoming By Candlelight Concerts at Wakefield Cathedral can be found here
Wednesday 8th July
18:45pm and 21:15pm
Wakefield Cathedral will host a special performance by The Great British Film Orchestra, presenting a live orchestral celebration of the music of James Bond.
Set within the magnificent surroundings of the cathedral, this concert will showcase some of the most iconic music ever written for film. Featuring a chamber orchestra and outstanding vocalists, the programme brings together unforgettable themes and songs from across six decades of the Bond franchise.
Audiences can expect to hear music made famous by legendary performers including Dame Shirley Bassey, whose powerful renditions of Goldfinger, Diamonds Are Forever and Moonraker defined the classic Bond sound, alongside more recent favourites such as Adele‘s Oscar-winning Skyfall, Sam Smith‘s Writing’s On the Wall, and Billie Eilish‘s No Time To Die.
With sweeping orchestration, dramatic brass and evocative vocals, the concert captures the glamour, excitement and atmosphere that have made the Bond soundtracks a defining part of cinematic history.
Full details of the performance times can be found here and tickets can be purchased via the event promoter here.
Wakefield Cathedral is the host venue for this event but is not affiliated with the production.
All enquiries regarding tickets or event details should be directed to the event promoter:
hello@xperiencelive.co.uk
Disclaimer:
This concert is an independent tribute production and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any rights holders of the James Bond franchise. Titles are used solely to describe the musical programme.
Friday 21st August
19:00, doors open 18:15
Step into the roaring 1920s, where champagne sparkles, jazz fills the air, and the American Dream shimmers with irresistible promise.
This Is My Theatre brings F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless novel The Great Gatsby vividly to life in a thrilling stage adaptation. Enter Jay Gatsby’s glittering world of lavish parties, longing hearts, and dangerous illusions.
As Nick Carraway is drawn into the orbit of his mysterious neighbour, the secrets behind Gatsby’s opulent façade begin to unravel, revealing a powerful story of love lost, ambition pursued, and dreams that refuse to die.
Featuring live music and a dynamic ensemble, this bold and atmospheric production offers audiences a fresh way to experience one of literature’s most beloved stories – glamorous, grandiose, and undeniably… Great.
Written by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Directed by Sarah Slator
Adapted by Ethan Taylor
Assistant Director Chloe Bond
Music by Simon Stallard
Friday 18th September
18:00 and 20:30
Wakefield Cathedral is delighted to welcome the Illuminated Orchestra for an immersive evening celebrating the music of Hans Zimmer and some of cinema’s most memorable film scores.
Set within the magnificent surroundings of the cathedral, this special performance combines the power and intimacy of live chamber music with a carefully designed illuminated light display, creating a captivating concert experience within one of Wakefield’s most historic and inspiring spaces.
During this 75-minute programme, audiences will enjoy beautifully performed arrangements of music from some of the most iconic films of our time, including:
This concert offers an opportunity to experience celebrated film music performed live by accomplished musicians in an atmospheric and resonant setting.
Tickets are available here for the 18:00 performance and here for the 20:30 performance
Advance booking is strongly recommended.
Monday 21st December
19:30, doors open at 18:45
Join us at Wakefield Cathedral for a magical evening of festive music as acclaimed folk duo GreenMatthews present Gaudete!, a heartwarming celebration of Christmas through the ages.
Following more than a decade of successful Christmas touring, Chris Green and Sophie Matthews return with an expanded line-up, joined by Emily Baines (early woodwinds) and Richard Heacock (violin). Together they create a rich and evocative sound that captures the spirit of Christmas past. Their programme spans over 600 years of music, from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, blending traditional Christmas carols, winter folk songs, lively dance tunes and an array of fascinating historic instruments.
Expect an enchanting journey through the festive season, filled with beautiful melodies, storytelling, humour and musical craftsmanship. Whether you’re a lover of folk music, history, or simply looking to embrace the joy of Christmas, Gaudete! promises an unforgettable evening in the stunning surroundings of Wakefield Cathedral.
Tickets available here.
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