What's on in York - Festival Events

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Take a look at the astounding events and world-leading festivals taking place, Only 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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Market Place FLF Spring 2023
Market Place FLF Spring 2023
24th May 25 - 26th May 25

Malton Food Lovers Festival 20…

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YMT035 YMT Eboracum Exhibition Page Header 1280x373 S8
19th May 25 - 31st May 25

Eboracum Roman Festival 2025

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Wizard Fest cover
24th May 25 - 26th May 25

WizardFest - York Festival of …

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Social 16 9 Uo Y Events Festival of Ideas Tracy Borman June 2023 Alex Holland 5
31st May 25 - 13th Jun 25

York Festival of Ideas 2025

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VY Hero Image 2
8th Aug 25

'A Night at the Assembly Rooms…

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VY festival hero image
7th Aug 25 - 11th Aug 25

York Georgian Festival

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YEMF 2025 visit york
4th Jul 25 - 11th Jul 25

York Early Music Festival

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