There's always something exciting taking place
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.
Easter | Summer | Halloween | Christmas | 2026 Events Calendar
Follow and subscribe to Visit York for the latest news on events, festivals and special offers happening in York.
Want to share your event? Visit York members can submit events here. Not a Visit York member? Join today!
York Festivals
View all Festivals
Christmas in York 2026
Dead Northern Horror Film Festival 2026
City Screen
The Yorkshire Halloween Festival
Events
Caroline Quentin for Drawn to Nature
Topping & Company Booksellers
Caroline Quentin is highly regarded as an actor on both stage and screen. She is a leading lady at the National Theatre…
Street Photo Walk - King’s Square and The Shambles
York Photo Walks
Kings Square and The Shambles Photo WalkCome and join us on this inspiring photography walk, with professional photogra…
York Photo Walks - The Big One
York Photo Walks
Come and join us on this inspiring photography walk experience, with professional photographer Paula Duck. We will be t…
The Makings of a Murderer - The Undercover Detect…
York Barbican
Join Peter Bleksley, a founding member of Scotland Yard’s undercover unit and former star of Channel 4’s Hunted, as he …
Loading events based on your search...
See all Events
View all events
Lantern-Making Workshop
Ampleforth Abbey
Mad Alice’s Ghost Train
North Yorkshire Moors Railway
The Oldstead Icons Experience & Overnight Stay Pa…
The Black Swan at Oldstead
Cooks & Books: Jess Elliott Dennison for Vegetabl…
Topping & Company Booksellers
