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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
York Makers Market & NMTF Young Trader Showcase
York Mystery Plays Festival
York Mystery Plays 2026
Events
Rose Consort of Viols
Ibrahim Aziz, John Bryan, Alison Crum, Andrew Kerr, Roy Marks viols with Jamie Akers luteIn his ground-breaking set of …
Children’s Woodland Adventure Sessions at Carlton Towers
We are delighted to be offering these sessions with Adam from The Woodland Adventure Company, who has been captivating …
Jay Rayner: Nights Out in the Kitchen
Mon 14 Sep 2026 | 19:301 hour 50 minutes incl. intervalAge guidance 12+Join wit, raconteur, and occasional pastry-wrang…
Dads Go Free! This Fathers Day weekend
This Father’s Day, we’re saying a big thank you to all the amazing dads out there with a special treatFor every full-pa…
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