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 York Christmas Market.
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Upcoming Festivals
Snooks, York’s Character Trail
25th May 2024 - 27th May 2024
Malton Food Lovers Festival (Spring) 2024
Visit Malton CIC
From 1st June 2024
York Festival of Ideas 2024
York Festival of Ideas
5th Jul 2024 - 5th Jul 2024
Merchant Adventurers' Charity Beer Festival
Merchant Adventurers' Hall
York Trailblazers
Ryedale Festival
3rd Aug 2024 - 3rd Aug 2024
York River Art Market 2024
York Proms
20th September 2024
York Food & Drink Festival
5th Oct 2024 - 5th Oct 2024
Malton Harvest Festival
Visit Malton CIC
York Christmas Festival
7th Dec 2024 - 7th Dec 2024