What's on in York - Festival Events

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Take a look at the astounding events and world-leading festivals in York

York is known as the city of festivals and with a major event happening every month – sometimes even two or three! - there’s immersive experiences and exciting entertainment to be enjoyed around every corner across the year.

Close the year with festive fun in the most festive city in the UK at our York Christmas Festival, with a wide-array of Yuletide activities and experiences including the charming York Christmas Market.

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Festivals Events

SPONSORED LISTING Yorkshire Day Seaside Fun Branding

Seaside Fun & Yorkshire Day Market

This summer, York City Centre will be buzzing with the spirit of Yorkshire as we celebrate Yorkshire Day! This grand event takes place right in the heart of the city, bringing together York residents and visitors for a …

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7th Aug 25 - 11th Aug 25

York Georgian Festival

Join us this Summer as the glorious Georgians take over our fine City for the third instalment of the annual festival! …

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2nd Aug 25 - 17th Aug 25

York River Art Market 2025

York River Art Market is a unique, award winning, open air Art & Design market and will be celebrating its tenth ye…

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26th Sept 25 - 28th Sept 25

Dead Northern Horror Film Festival 2025

DEAD NORTHERN RETURNS!Fri 26, Sat 27 & Sun 28 Sep Tickets for the 2025 Film Festival are now availableThe horror an…

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26th Jul 25 - 3rd Aug 25

Seaside Fun & Yorkshire Day Market

This summer, York City Centre will be buzzing with the spirit of Yorkshire as we celebrate Yorkshire Day! This grand ev…

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Yorkshire Day Seaside Fun Branding
Yorkshire Day Seaside Fun Branding
26th Jul 25 - 3rd Aug 25

Seaside Fun & Yorkshire Day Ma…

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7th Aug 25 - 11th Aug 25

York Georgian Festival

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2nd Aug 25 - 17th Aug 25

York River Art Market 2025

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26th Sept 25 - 28th Sept 25

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