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What's On In York
What's On in York
Experience amazing world-class festivals and events in York. Don’t miss comedy nights, markets, exhibitions and much more at the city’s varied cultural venues and theatres. Whether you want to know what's on in York today or this weekend, there's always things to do when visiting the city. If you’re visiting in the winter months, enjoy the UK’s most festive city with the enchanting York Christmas Market and a range of Christmas activities.
Discover the York Ice Trail 2026, where York’s city centre will be transformed into an icy wonderland on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th February 2026.
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York Ice Trail 2026
North York Moors Dark Skies Festival
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JORVIK Viking Festival 2026
JORVIK Viking Centre
Events
JORVIK Viking Festival 2026
The Vikings are back for JORVIK Viking Festival 2026!This world renowned festival features living history encampments, workshops, tours, traditional crafts, feasts, family events, evening entertainment and dramatic comb…
Bloodaxe Book Challenge
Travel back in time with bestselling and award-winning author M.G. Leonard! Following the release of her latest book, T…
Sunday Lunch at Carlton Towers
Whether it’s to celebrate a birthday, to mark a special occasion or just to relax in style, Carlton Towers provides the…
Beekeeping Experience Day
Join us for our fantastic Beekeeping Workshops, where you will learn the fascinating art of beekeeping in the beautiful…
Unfeasibly Large D&D with Johnny Chiodini
Take part in a truly epic adventure with Dungeon Master Johnny Chiodini for a Viking-inspired game of Dungeons & Dr…
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