Festivals

Take a look at the astounding events and world-leading festivals taking place, Only In York.
York is known as the city of festivals and with a major event happening every month – sometimes even two or three! - there’s immersive experiences and exciting entertainment to be enjoyed around every corner across the year.
Close the year with festive fun in the most festive city in the UK at our York Christmas Festival, with a wide-array of Yuletide activities and experiences including the charming St Nicholas Fair Christmas Market.
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Upcoming Festivals

York Residents’ Festival 2023

York Ice Trail 2023

From 10th February 2023
Dark Skies Festival
North York Moors National Park

11th Feb 2023 - 19th Feb 2023
JORVIK Viking Festival 2023
JORVIK Viking Centre

21st Apr 2023 - 21st Apr 2023
Banff Mountain Film Festival
York Barbican

5th Mar 2023 - 5th Mar 2023
YORK COMMUNITY CHOIR FESTIVAL
Joseph Rowntree Theatre

From 6th March 2023
York Restaurant Week

From 15th April 2023
York Open Studios 2023

2nd Jun 2023 - 15th Jun 2023