The Glenn Miller Orchestra at Royal Hall, Harrogate
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The Glenn Miller Orchestra

January 31, 2027
Royal Hall

The Glenn Miller Orchestra, directed by Ray McVay, plays a Sunday matinee at Harrogate's Royal Hall on 31 January 2027, with Miller's big band hits. Tickets are on sale through Harrogate Theatre.

Date
January 31, 2027
Venue
Royal Hall
Opening times
Sun 31 Jan 2027: 4.00pm start (about 130 minutes, so finishing around 6.10pm). No separate doors time published.
Who it's for
Open to the public, all ages (under 16s must be accompanied). Tickets £26.50 to £65.

The Glenn Miller Orchestra at the Royal Hall

The Glenn Miller Orchestra, directed by Ray McVay, brings its UK tour to Harrogate's Royal Hall on Sunday 31 January 2027. The programme is built around Glenn Miller's best-known numbers, including In the Mood, Moonlight Serenade, American Patrol, Little Brown Jug, Tuxedo Junction and Pennsylvania 6-5000. The line-up also includes the Moonlight Serenaders vocal group, two lead singers and the orchestra's own jazz band, The Uptown Hall Gang.

It is a public concert. Harrogate Theatre handles the ticketing, and the age guidance is all ages, with under 16s accompanied by an adult.

Date and times

There is one performance, on Sunday 31 January 2027, starting at 4.00pm. Harrogate Theatre lists the running time as 130 minutes, so expect to be out at about 6.10pm. We could not find a published doors time, so check your ticket confirmation.

For visitors

Tickets cost from £26.50. The top price of £65 is for a box seating two, and boxes may have a restricted view. Book through Harrogate Theatre's box office on 01423 502116 or at bookings@harrogatetheatre.co.uk. The Royal Hall and Harrogate Convention Centre take card and contactless payments only. Wheelchair and companion bookings need to be made by phone. The Royal Hall's address is Ripon Road, Harrogate, HG1 2SY.

Getting there

Harrogate station is about a 10-minute walk from the Convention Centre. LNER runs direct trains to London King's Cross roughly hourly, and Leeds is about 35 minutes away. Leeds Bradford Airport is about 30 minutes by taxi. If you are driving, the Convention Centre lists more than 1,200 parking spaces in the centre of town.

Book early

The tour has already sold out at several of its London and northern venues, and a 4pm Sunday start suits many day-trippers and overnight guests. If you want to stay the night, it is worth booking your tickets and your accommodation together. Winter weekends in Harrogate can fill up.

After the show

With the concert over by about 6.10pm, there is time for an early dinner in town. Harrogate has plenty of restaurants and bars within walking distance of the Royal Hall. If you are staying the night, the Turkish Baths are an option for a relaxed evening or the next morning.

Staying with us

Short Stay Harrogate is a family-run company with serviced apartments and townhouses across central Harrogate. Many are a short walk from the Royal Hall and the Convention Centre. They suit couples, groups of friends and family parties who want some space and a kitchen. Contact us if you would like to see what is free for the weekend of 31 January.

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Our homes are spread across central Harrogate, many within a short walk of the Convention Centre, the Royal Hall and the station.

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Getting there

Harrogate station is in the town centre, with direct trains to London King's Cross roughly every hour and to Leeds in about 35 minutes. The Convention Centre is around a ten-minute walk from the station.

Book early

Big shows and conferences fill the town quickly, especially multi-day trade fairs. Book your stay as soon as your dates are confirmed.

Make a night of it

After the event, Harrogate's restaurants, bars and Turkish Baths are on the doorstep. See our local guide for where we eat and drink.

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Questions people ask

What time does The Glenn Miller Orchestra start?

The concert starts at 4.00pm on Sunday 31 January 2027. Harrogate Theatre lists the running time as 130 minutes, so expect it to finish at about 6.10pm.

Is The Glenn Miller Orchestra open to the public?

Yes. It is a ticketed public concert. Tickets are sold by Harrogate Theatre, from £26.50 up to £65 for a box that seats two.

Is it suitable for children?

The guidance is all ages. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Where should I stay for The Glenn Miller Orchestra?

Anywhere in central Harrogate keeps you within walking distance of the Royal Hall. Our serviced apartments and townhouses are in the centre, many a short walk from the venue. They are a good choice if you want a kitchen and extra space, or if you are travelling in a group.

How do I buy tickets?

Book through Harrogate Theatre at 01423 502116 or bookings@harrogatetheatre.co.uk. The Royal Hall and Convention Centre accept card and contactless payments only.

How do I get to the Royal Hall from the station?

It is about a 10-minute walk from Harrogate station to the Convention Centre. The Royal Hall is next to the Convention Centre.