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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
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York Minster
York Early Music Christmas Festival
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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…
Celya AB: We Must Stop Meeting Like This
Have you ever forensically over-thought your life choices? Are they all somehow connected to a passing comment your Spa…
Squidge
A disillusioned and cynical teaching assistant meets her match in a troubled little Irish Traveller.Squidge is the debu…
Russell Howard: Don't Tell The Algorithm
Sat 31 Oct, 3:30pm & 7:30pmSun 01 Nov, 7:30pmRussell Howard is back with a brand-new stand-up tour in 2026. After b…
Festive Party Nights at York Racecourse 2025
The Race is on … to book your Festive Party at York RacecourseCelebrate the festive season with us at York Racecourse, …
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