Events in Castleford From 30th March – 5th April 2026

You can find structured community events across Castleford this week supporting families at various locations. On 29 March, children aged four to ten can join a craft workshop focused on making Easter bonnets from recycled materials at the Glasshoughton Community Hub. The session runs between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm, with refreshments available for accompanying adults.

On 1 April, an interactive storytelling session takes place at St James Library during lunchtime hours for under-fives. Staff trained in early literacy lead the event, which features seasonal tales followed by themed music and props, no booking required.

Outdoor play continues daily at Junction 32’s children's zone, open from noon to 4 pm; it includes sand pits and climbing frames with staff on duty during peak hours.

What live music performances will take place in Castleford?

This week, evening gigs are held at established local venues across the area. On 30 March, a soul jazz ensemble performs between 6:45 pm and 9:15 pm at The Hare & Co., admission is £8 with advance booking via the town’s official portal.

On 2 April, an indie dance set begins at 7:30 pm at The Vault Bar in Castleford Town Centre. Entry costs £6 for those aged eighteen or over and requires valid ID, no late entry after 10 pm due to residential noise restrictions.

The Xscape Yorkshire Leisure Complex hosts a seasonal event on 4 April, featuring local indie bands performing from 7:30 pm until midnight. The venue operates under strict volume controls and provides access via the M62 motorway drop-off zone or hourly Arriva service number 189.

All music events are listed with start times clearly marked in public spaces across Castleford, including town centre kiosks and libraries. No performances begin before 5:30 pm to avoid impacting daytime routines.