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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
Summer Organ Recitals
York Minster’s popular organ recitals return this summer with six acclaimed musicians taking centre stage in one of the…
Björn Again
Björn Again. The original Australian ABBA Homage has amassed over 5,800 shows in 78 countries in 39 years. Rod Stephen …
Magic Weekend at The Hole In Wand
York is about to get a little more magical…From 26th–28th June, Magic Weekend returns as a city-wide celebration of exp…
Wendy & Peter Pan
A YORK THEATRE ROYAL YOUTH THEATRE PRODUCTION“I am Wendy Darling, I am brave and strong and I’m going on an adventure …
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