Bandstand Gigs 2026
After a great summer of live music on the Bandstand in Myrtle Park we’re getting ready for 2026.
More about Bandstand Gigs 2026
Live Music This Week
Check out our Upcoming Events page to see all listings.
Friday
16
January
Daniel Johnston Tribute Night
Rumble up the Ryshworth - A stunning line-up of live music on your Bingley Crossflatts doorstep.
Tonight a tribute to the songwriting genius of Daniel Johnston who would have been 65 in 2026.
Expect thoughtful covers from local artists of Daniel’s songs.
Free entry, donations accepted. All money to local mental health groups.
From: 19:30
Price: Pay What You Feel. Money goes to local Mental Health organisations.
Saturday
17
January
Sophie Holdsworth
Live music for you every Saturday for the rest of the year. Plus some more exciting things on plan!
From: 18:30
Price: Free
Make Music Today
Want to make your own music today (Wednesday)?
Bingley Singing For Fun
No experience needed and all voices are welcome. Meets once a week at Bingley Arts Centre.
Wednesdays, 11:30am - 12:30pm, Bingley Arts Centre
Bingley Library Acoustic Sessions Time
Acoustic musicians singing and playing in the library, every week.
Wednesdays, 11:00am - 15:00pm, Bingley Library
Pick Up and Play Session
Traditional music in the pub. Come along and join in.
Mondays, 7:30pm - 10:30pm, The Brown Cow
Wednesdays, 7:30pm - 10:30pm, Chip 'n' Ern
Bingley Handbell Ringers
We meet regularly to practise handbell tune ringing and we enjoy entertaining people.
Wednesdays, 7pm - 9pm, Church House
Check out our Regular Activities page to see what’s on offer throughout the week.
Looking for Music Teacher? Check out our Tuition page.
Can you help?
Sometimes we need a little help from our friends so we’ve set up a community notice board of requests we’ve received for help.
Live Music Events
Would you like to get involved in putting on Live Music Events?
The Bandstand
Can you help with the bandstand in Myrtle Park?
Pianist or Viola Player
Are you a diploma level pianist or viola player? Would you like play with other people?
Join the Steering Group
Shape the direction and priorities of Bingley Music Town.
See our Help Wanted page for more community music notices.
Get involved
Why not become a member and get involved to make a difference?
Sign up to our mailing list to stay informed about what’s happening.
If you have an idea for music in our town, or you’re already doing something, then we’d love to hear it.
Please contact us and tell us all about it.
Can you help? See our Help Wanted page for more opportunities to get involved.
Help spread the word by talking about us on social media? Use the hashtag:
#bingleymusictown
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Bandstand Gigs 2026
20 Oct 2025
One of the highlights of the summer of 2025 was the live music on the Bandstand in Myrtle Park, and plans are underway for 2026.
Photo Booklets
Working together with Bingley Camera Club we’ve produced a couple of photo booklets that highlight musical gems in our district. Download them below.
The Bandstand
Our bandstand, in Myrtle Park, has been a meeting place for over 100 years. Photos by Paul Spencer.
Five Rise Records
An in depth look at our local record shop. Photos by Ron Pengelly
