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Enjoy the Christmas cheer on offer in one of the UK's most festive cities!
York Christmas Festival
York Christmas Festival - 2022
York’s Christmas Market returns 17th November to 23rd December 2022
Enjoy the Christmas cheer on offer in one of the UK's most festive cities as York's restaurants, shops and attractions are beautifully decorated and provide a wonderful winter experience, with an incredible range of festive events! For the perfect York Christmas, stay longer and give yourself a luxurious amount of time to soak up the festive atmosphere.
This year marks the 30th Anniversary of St Nicholas Fair, which has been a staple in York’s streets during the festive period since 1992. The famous alpine chalets line Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square creating a festive wonderland, with an array of local traders and artisan products.
Relive last year's festival in our 2021 Christmas Guide, follow Visit York for updates and keep checking back for more details of this year's event as they are added!
Christmas is a great time to support local businesses and we're looking forward to welcoming residents and visitors to safely enjoy the festivities in York!
Christmas Events
See all Christmas EventsFun events for all the family and the festive!
JORVIK Viking Festival 2022
The Vikings are back in York The Vikings will once again be pitching their tents in central York in May with the welcom…
Viking Encampment
Meet the Vikings who have gathered in Jorvik – learn about their trades, see their crafts in action and get a selfie or…
City Centre Stage
With saga-themed storytelling sessions plus have-a-go sword-fighting workshops, come along to Parliament Street for ple…
10th Century Traders
Transport yourself to the 10th Century city and meet traders from all over the Viking world. Explore the stalls and soa…
Willow House Open Day
Come and join our community engagement team and see the work they are doing on our new Archaeology on Prescription proj…
Annual Strongest Viking Competition
The stakes are high for the annual Strongest Viking Competition – who will win a place on our Viking Captain’s voyage a…
March to Coppergate
They’ve come from near and far to muster in their fearsome armies – now it’s your chance to see hundreds of Viking warr…
Best Beard
Men, women and children welcome – we’re looking for the most glorious beard in York, whether it’s natural or homemade! …
The JORVIK Games
Who has what it takes to be crowned Jorvik Champion 2022 in an epic new event for JORVIK Viking Festival? Four teams of…
JORVIK Viking Festival 2022
The Vikings are back in York The Vikings will once again be pitching their tents in central York in May with the welcom…
JORVIK Viking Festival 2022
The Vikings are back in York The Vikings will once again be pitching their tents in central York in May with the welcom…
Tablet Weaving
Discover the decorative textile craft of the Vikings. This session is suitable for beginners only, and materials and re…
Nalebinding
Learn the craft of Norse nålebinding with an expert. Make your own Viking hats and socks with this historical technique…
JORVIK Viking Festival 2022
The Vikings are back in York The Vikings will once again be pitching their tents in central York in May with the welcom…
Nalebinding
Learn the craft of Norse nålebinding with an expert. Make your own Viking hats and socks with this historical technique…
Viking Crafting for Kids
Try your hand at Viking crafting! With pottery, shield making, brooch making and buzz bone making all on offer, there’s…
Trichinopoly
Discover the delicate beauty of trichinopoly or Viking wire weaving. Led by JORVIK Viking Centre’s resident expert, lea…
Terry Deary
Join author and JORVIK Viking Festival favourite Terry Deary for a special look at Horrible Histories Gruesome Guides: …
Mead Tasting with the Award Winning Lancashire Mead Company
Learn about the cultural and historical significance of mead, a honey-based drink beloved in the Middle Ages and now th…
JORVIK Viking Festival 2022
The Vikings are back in York The Vikings will once again be pitching their tents in central York in May with the welcom…
Trichinopoly
Discover the delicate beauty of trichinopoly or Viking wire weaving. Led by JORVIK Viking Centre’s resident expert, lea…
Poo Day
It’s smelly, it’s squelchy – but it tells us lots about the past! Bring the kids to find out why archaeologists love po…
