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Things to do in Harrogate this week

September 30, 2024

Welcome back to the HGATE Newsletter!

It feels like autumn arrived overnight this week, and while the urge to stay indoors and hibernate is strong, I hope this list of upcoming events will inspire you to brave the rain and enjoy what the season has to offer!

Lago Di Como

Located in the heart of town, this charming cafe is a must-visit for lovers of Italian snacks, cakes, and delicious coffee. With a focus on homemade, handcrafted quality, they pride themselves on using locally sourced, fresh ingredients to create traditional recipes that truly shine.

Emphasising flavour over fuss, their simple yet tasty approach ensures every bite is a delight. Stop by and see what they’ve freshly prepared today—your taste buds will thank you

Domo

This restaurant is dedicated to delivering an authentic Japanese dining experience with a contemporary twist. Led by a head chef with over 20 years of experience in Japan and former chef of the Michelin-starred Aqua London, the restaurant offers an extensive menu that showcases his expertise.

Enjoy beautifully presented sushi and sashimi, along with a variety of creative hot dishes that highlight the innovation and artistry of traditional Japanese cuisine. This is a must-visit spot for lovers of genuine Japanese flavours and exquisite presentation!

Cold Bath Brewing Co

Established in 2017 and named after Harrogate's historic Cold Bath Road, this bar and brewery pay homage to the town’s natural springs first discovered in 1571. Their beers reflect this heritage—fresh, exceptionally clean, and brewed with precision.

Crafted in-house at their Brewery and Taproom on King’s Road, each recipe is carefully developed with the Harrogate community before being produced at one of Europe’s most sustainable breweries. Here, it’s not about churning out countless styles but perfecting the basics with a focus on quality and sustainability. With the finest ingredients and a commitment to environmentally conscious brewing, every sip promises great taste and respect for the planet.

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What’s on in Harrogate this week?

  • French vs English Cheese at Cold Bath Clubhouse, Harrogate - Four fantastic French fromages go head to head with four exceptional English cheeses - but which is best? You decide! 7pm-10pm. Get tickets here.

  • An Evening with Jimmy Tarbuck at Harrogate Theatre, Harrogate - After more than 60 years at the very top of his profession Jimmy Tarbuck OBE relives many of the most iconic moments of a life on stage and screen. More info and tickets here.

  • A Life in TV News, Burton Leonard Village Hall - Join Tamsin O’Brien, former Head of BBC Yorkshire & NW England, and owner of the Stray Ferret, who will give you a taste of life in TV News, and lead a topical discussion centring around the importance of trusted local news. 6:30pm Free entry.

  • Chess Club at St Robert’s Club, Harrogate - 7:30pm every Monday. Learn more here.

  • Improv at St Robert’s Club, Harrogate - 6:30pm. Learn more here.

  • Bingo at The Harrogate Trades Hall - Every Monday at 7pm. £20 for the evening which includes all 10 games of bingo, £1 into the 'Jackpot Accumulator' and a £1 participation fee. More info here.

  • Quiz Night at The Coach and Horses, Harrogate - 8pm. The entry fee is just £5 per team, and all proceeds will benefit our chosen charity of the year, Martin House Children’s Hospice.

  • Quiz Night at The Four Leaf, Harrogate - Join the Monday pub quiz at the Four Leaf in Harrogate to win prizes, hear live music, and enjoy special drinks offers. Free entry. Book a table here. 

  • Andy’s Man Club at Harrogate College - A judgement-free, confidential space where men can be open about the storms in their lives. Every Monday at 7pm.

  • Pizza & Pint Night at The Empress, Harrogate - Every Monday 5pm-9pm. Pizza and a pint for £12.

  • Jam Night at Blues Bar, Harrogate - 9pm-11:30pm.

  • Harrogate Town AFC vs MK Dons, The Exercise Stadium - Kick off at 7:45pm. Advanced tickets available from £22 (adult) before Monday night. More info and tickets here.

  • Beginner Persian Tiles Crochet Blanket Course at Yarn etc, Harrogate - Persian tiles Workshop (3 sessions) This Workshop runs over 3 sessions 1/10/24 5/11/24 & 3/12/24. 10am-12pm. Get tickets here.

  • Philosophy Cafe at St Robert’s Club, Harrogate - 7pm. Learn more here.

  • Acoustic Sessions at Blues Bar, Harrogate - 9pm-11:30pm.

  • Pub Quiz at Rooster’s Brewing Company, Hornbeam Park - every Tuesday at 7:30pm.

  • Quiz Night at The Knox, Bilton - every Tuesday at 8pm.

  • Andy Parsons Bafflingly Optimistic at the Harrogate Theatre, Harrogate - What possible hope can there be for the future? In his take on the subject during his current UK tour, Andy Parsons is less pessimistic about the future, more ‘bafflingly optimistic.’ More info and tickets here.

  • Comedy Night at The Coach and Horses, Harrogate - Every 1st Wednesday of the month.

  • Knit & Knatter at St Robert’s Club, Harrogate - 8pm. Learn more here.

  • Maurice Grumbleweed Sings the Blues at Blues Bar, Harrogate - 9pm-11:30pm.

  • Steak Night at The Knox, Bilton - 2 sirloin steaks and a bottle of wine for £45. Every Wednesday 5pm-9pm.

  • Pieman’s Pub Quiz at The Foundry Project, Harrogate - Weekly quiz with Dj Mark Pieman. £3.00 entry. Great prizes and the entry fee gives you a shot at the Money Shot Jackpot, this changes every week. Book a table here.

  • Sip & Paint Monet! at Foundry, Harrogate - Your sip & paint event at the Foundry Project Harrogate will be themed around Claude Monet's Le Grand Canal painting of glorious Venice. Beautify your canvas with impressionistic brushstrokes, capturing movement, light and colour! Get tickets here.

  • Laugh Out Proud at the Harrogate Theatre, Harrogate - London’s Brand New LGBTQIA+ comedy night featuring the best in established and upcoming acts from the community on the UK comedy circuit. More info and tickets here.

  • Acoustic Open Mic at St Robert’s Club, Harrogate - 7:30pm. Learn more here.

  • Amber's Thursday Club, Amber’s Restaurant at Cedar Court Hotel - Sample delicious food and perfectly paired beer to a backdrop of live acoustic music. Book a table here.

  • The Breeze at Blues Bar, Harrogate - 9pm-11:30pm.

  • Quiz Night at Christie’s Bar, Harrogate - Every Thursday at 8pm. Includes general knowledge, picture round, music round, and sports round with prizes for the winners. They also do a Play Your Cards Right game to win a cash jackpot.

  • Quiz Night at The Empress, Harrogate - 8pm every Thursday

  • Happy Hour at Bacchus, Harrogate - from 4pm-7pm.

  • Pie Night at The Knox, Bilton - a homemade pie and a drink for £16. Every Thursday from 5pm.

  • Karaoke Night at Hales Bar, Harrogate - Every Thursday from 9pm with resident DJ Dave.

  • Nightmares at the Harrogate Studio Theatre, Harrogate - Between Thursday and Saturday this week. Three classic ghost stories – live on stage! Vengeful spirits, murderous revenants and gruesome promises kept from beyond the grave – every horror imaginable is conjured in this uniquely terrifying experience. Nightmares is a gothic show that will leave you quaking in your seat… and dying for more. More info and tickets here.

  • Hyena Lounge Comedy Club at the Harrogate Theatre, Harrogate - Starring Laura Smyth (Live At The Apollo, The Jonathan Ross Show, Baby Reindeer), Karl Porter (Slo-mo Goal Celebration Guys), Peter Brush (support to Alexei Sayle) and hosted by festival legend Martin ‘BigPig’ More, it’s always been a highlight of the festival and this year is just as daft and laugh-out-loud funny as ever. More info and tickets here.

  • Crochet Mighty Moth Fairy Lights at Yarn etc, Harrogate - Moths? A crocheter and knitters nemesis? Not these beautiful little ones! These promise not to munch your stash! 10am-12:30pm. Book here.

  • Little Autumnal Amigurumi Acorn Houses at Yarn etc, Harrogate - Come join us and make the most adorable little amigurumi acorn houses. 12:30pm-3:30pm. Book here.

  • Dave Wood Quiz at St Robert’s Club, Harrogate - 8pm. Learn more here.

  • Poker Night at The Harrogate Trades Hall - Every Friday at 7pm.

  • Life Drawing at The Empress, Harrogate - 6:30pm-9:30pm every Friday

  • Live Music & Happy Hour at Bacchus, Harrogate - Happy Hour from 4pm-7pm and live music 7pm-9pm.

  • The Boneshakers at Blues Bar, Harrogate - 9pm-11:30pm.

  • Halloween Craft Market at Wesley Chapel, Harrogate - 10:30am-4pm. Get ready for a spine-tingling shopping experience at our Hallowe'en Craft Market! Join us for a celebration of all things spooky and spectacular, where you can discover unique treasures handcrafted by local artisans.

  • Almscliffe Beer and Gin Festival 2024, Almscliffe - Come join us at the Almscliffe Beer and Gin Festival for a great night filled with cracking live music, excellent beer, gin and good company. Get tickets here.

  • Gong Soundbath Relaxation, Knaresborough - An immersive, deeply relaxing and restorative gongbath, to gently lull you into a state of peace, calm and tranquillity. Get tickets here.

  • Maisie Adam: Appraisal at the Harrogate Theatre, Harrogate - New show added due to phenomenal demand! More info and tickets here.

  • A Concert with Duncan at Wesley Chapel, Harrogate - Dementia Forward are hosting a concert with Duncan Goodwin who appeared in the Channel 4 program, 'The Piano' where he was made a finalist. Get tickets here.

  • St Robert's Musicathon Evening Concert, Pannal - An evening concert, featuring musicians from St Robert's Church and Pannal Primary School Junior Voices. More info here.

  • Saturday Showcase with Hell Fire Alex at The Den, Harrogate - from 9pm

  • Saturday Shakedown at Blues Bar, Harrogate - 3pm.

  • Jed Thomas at Blues Bar, Harrogate - 9pm-11:30pm

  • Little Bird Artisan Market at Valley Gardens, Harrogate - Come down and check out all the stunning artisanal products on offer at this market this weekend. Ideal for early Christmas shopping or finding yourself the perfect ‘just because’ gift. On all day.

  • Harrogate Ladies Rugby vs Kendal Wasps at Harrogate Rugby Club, Rudding Lane - Kick off at 2pm. Come down and support the ladies for their first home game of the season. Learn more here.

  • Harrogate Lunchtime Soundbath Healing Session at Move Yoga Studio, Harrogate - These mindful sessions are a wonderful way of promoting self care, providing time out, to relax, recharge, de-stress and re balance. Book here.

  • Dan’s Questionable Quiz at Starling, Harrogate - Every Sunday at 7:30pm. £1 entry per person with all the proceeds donated to the Harrogate Hospital & Community Charity.

  • Sunday Gas-lit Acoustic Afternoon at Hales Bar, Harrogate - From 4pm, hosted by the talented Ade Payne, a chilled out afternoon of acoustic music, with special weekly guests & open mic slots.

  • Open Mic Sunday Sessions at The Foundry Project, Harrogate - Every Sunday 2-4pm.

  • The Petty Heartbreakers, Leo Hicks, and Ed Balls Band at Blues Bar, Harrogate - Music throughout the afternoon and evening.

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