Festivals in York
What's on in York - Festival Events
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
York Ice Trail 2025
From 10.30am, Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd February 2025. A Make It York event. Explore York’s historic streets as they come alive for York Ice Trail 2025, and discover secrets of origins long forgotten and tales yet to …
Big Dark Skies Festival Birthday Bash at Sutton Bank
Get ready to celebrate the 10th anniversary of our Dark Skies Festival with an out-of-this-world stargazing event at Su…
North York Moors Dark Skies Festival
North York Moors Dark Skies Festival 10th anniversary 14 February - 02 March 2025 Since 2016's inaugural event, the Nor…
York Ice Trail 2025
From 10.30am, Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd February 2025. A Make It York event. Explore York’s historic streets as they …
York Residents' Festival
Discover York’s best attractions and fill your weekend with amazing experiences! Organised by Make It York, York Reside…
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