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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.
York's Christmas Festival is the perfect time to support local businesses, and both residents and visitors are warmly welcomed to experience the magic of York this festive season! York's award-winning Christmas Market will return from 13 November to 21 December 2025, bringing festive cheer to the heart of the city.
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York Christmas Market 2025
Christmas Tree Festival
York Minster
York Early Music Christmas Festival
National Centre for Early Music
Events
Christmas Tree Festival
Experience York Minster’s popular Christmas Tree Festival, set inside the medieval Minster, with 70 trees on display in the cathedral’s stunning Nave, Chapter House and Lady Chapel. Explore the trees, which will be deco…
Celtic Illusion
Prepare to be spellbound by one of the world’s most unique and exhilarating stage productions — Celtic Illusion. The I…
An evening with Ebenezer Scrooge
A Christmas Carol: An Evening with Ebenezer Scrooge10 December 2025 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm |£23pp* | Book Here*Includes a mi…
Magical Sleigh Rides at Piglets Adventure Farm
✨ Magical Sleigh Ride Adventure – Piglets Adventure Farm 🎄Hop aboard the sleigh and set off on a Christmas adve…
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