JORVIK Viking Festival 2026 | Visit York

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Family Friendly, Festivals, Food and Drink, Entertainment

JORVIK Viking Festival 2026

16th Feb 26 - 22nd Feb 26

Location: York City Centre

Telephone:

01904 615505 Call Us

Email: jorvik@yorkat.co.uk Email us

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About

The Vikings are back for JORVIK Viking Festival 2026!

This world renowned festival features living history encampments, workshops, tours, traditional crafts, feasts, family events, evening entertainment and dramatic combat performances.

The full programme is not yet revealed but, you can stay in the loop by following us on social media or joining our mailing list for the latest updates and ticket releases.

If you can’t wait until February, book a visit to JORVIK Viking Centre now!

Image credit: Ian Forsyth

JORVIK Viking Centre Opening Hours

Please check our website for up to date opening times: https://www.jorvikvikingcentre...

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