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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.
Experience summer in York from sunrise to sunset! Discover unique attractions, explore beautiful gardens, and immerse yourself in the rich history all day. New for 2026, enjoy our new sculpture trail around the city centre: The Watchers of York.
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York Festivals
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The Watchers of York: Sculpture Trail
Seaside Fun & Yorkshire Day Market
York Georgian Festival
York Mansion House
Events
Seagull Trail at Shambles Market
Follow the Seagull Trail through a fun-filled, self-guided adventure that brings the seaside cheer to the city’s historic Shambles Market. ➡️Firstly head to the Visit York Visitor Information Centre to collect your trai…
Jay Rayner: Nights Out in the Kitchen
Grand Opera House York
Mon 14 Sep 2026 | 19:301 hour 50 minutes incl. intervalAge guidance 12+Join wit, raconteur, and occasional pastry-wrang…
Pilgrimage for Yorkshire Day: At the Heart of Yor…
York Minster
Journey through York Minster on a pilgrimage for Yorkshire Day guided by the cathedral’s clergy. Spirituality, faith an…
Wrong Jovi
Joseph Rowntree Theatre
"The best Bon Jovi tribute band in the world."Multi-Award-Winning Wrong Jovi are widely considered to be “the best Bon …
Christmas Family Masterclass
York's Chocolate Story
The ultimate chocolate-making experienceUnlock your inner chocolatier this holiday season with our Christmas Family Mas…
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Seagull Trail at Shambles Market
Shambles Market
York Georgian Festival: Convict Women in York and…
Barley Hall
Summer Voyage: Travel & Trade!
JORVIK Viking Centre
