What's on in and around Huddersfield this weekend

If you're already counting down to the weekend, we've round up some fun gigs, events and activities going on in and around Huddersfield for you to enjoy.

From live music to St Patrick's Day Celebrations, special markets and more, here's some ideas to make your weekend go swimmingly.

Friday

Go see Lew Rey in Holmfirth

Lew Rey are playing Aldea in Victoria Square, Holmfirth, 8.30pm-10.30pm. Since they began performing in 2014, the Holmfirth pair has played alongside Example, Dizzee Rascal and Pendulum — watch them live on Friday night.

Helter Skelter live at Brambles

Party band Helter Skelter are playing live at Brambles in Holmfirth on Friday at 9pm. The five-piece, who played Huddersfield Food and Drink Festival last year, are known for party tunes with a rock twist.

Saturday

Have a day out with Thomas

Thomas the Tank Engine is visiting the Kirklees Light Railway on Saturday and Sunday with his friends Toby and Mavis, as well as the Fat Controller! The first train from Clayton West at 10am will be pulled to Shelley by Thomas and there will also be children's rides, donkey rides, face painting and bouncy castle. For fare details and to book visit dayoutwiththomas.co.uk/kirklees

Take a gamble at Thongsbridge poker tournament

Thongsbridge Cricket Club is hosting a poker tournament this Saturday, 7pm-9pm. Open to all, the tournament will feature no limit Texas Hold 'Em with a maximum of 25 players. Food will be served during intervals, and seating is first come first served. For more information, call 07809836752.

Celebrate St Patrick's Day at Honley Socialist Club

Head to Honley Socialist Club on Saturday night for live Irish and country music and a special offer on Guinness to celebrate St Patrick's Day, 8pm-11pm.

Go see Half Man Half Biscuit at Holmfirth Picturedrome

Birkenhead four-piece Half Man Half Biscuit play Holmfirth Picturedrome on Saturday, doors 7.30pm. The rock band are known for their satirical and surreal songs, and were described by broadcaster Andy Kershaw as "England's greatest folk band". Tickets cost £20.

Secret Dining at The Spiced Pear

The Spiced Pear's secret dining sessions begin this Saturday, offering a six-course taster menu and arrival cocktail for £45 per person, with a live pianist to boot. To book your table, call 01484 683775 or visit the spicedpearhepworth.co.uk.

Sunday

Go shopping at Upmarket Sunday

Upmarket Sunday is back this weekend, with arts, crafts, food and children's entertainment. Take a look at the video above for a taste of what's in store, and look out for the children's creative workshops held as part of the market.

Enjoy the craic at the St Patrick's Day Parade

Huddersfield's annual St Patrick's Day Parade will take place on Sunday at 1pm. The procession will begin and end at the town's Irish Centre, following a 1.5 mile route around the town centre, with a pause in St George's Square for entertainment. Expect colourful floats, music, dancing and high spirits as Huddersfield's Irish community marks a very special day.