🎄Christmas in York🎄
Make the most of Christmas in York with shopping, sightseeing and seasonal treats across the city.
Wander York’s historic streets and snickelways, browse independent shops and festive finds, then pause for coffee, lunch or something warming. Discover museums, galleries and family attractions, enjoy theatre, live music and seasonal events, or stay a little longer for dinner, drinks and a cosy overnight break.
York Christmas Market brings festive shopping, food and drink to the heart of the city from Wednesday to Monday. The Market is open 12th November - 21st December and closed on Tuesdays for a rest day, but Christmas continues across York, with shops, attractions, cafés, restaurants and events open throughout the city.
For an easy and affordable way into the city, begin your Christmas visit with York Park & Ride. Travel for just £4 for an adult and up to three kids travelling free, with even more buses available throughout the season.
Explore the wide range of festive events, seasonal dining, and Christmas shopping in and around the city. Extend your stay and explore York's accommodation, so you can experience more things to do - whether you're returning to the city or visiting York for the first time.
Experience Christmas in York
Christmas Events in York
There are Christmas events for everyone in York, whether you're looking for family friendly activities, shows and concerts, or a festive evening out with friends.
York Christmas Market
York Christmas Market is open from Wednesday to Monday, 10.30am to 7pm, and closed on Tuesdays for a weekly rest day.
York Park & Ride
With six convenient sites around the city and regular buses into the centre, Park & Ride is a simple and affordable way to begin your festive visit to York.
Book Your Festive Stay
Elevate your Christmas experience and immerse yourself in the city's yuletide charm with an extended stay. Discover the magic of York's Christmas traditions, wander through twinkling streets, and let the festive spirit embrace you a little longer.
Visit York Information Centre & Gift Shop
Pop into the Visit York Information Centre & Gift Shop for advice on your stay, pick up a map and guide, and buy a York-themed Christmas souvenir.
The Visit York Pass
Embrace the magic of York this festive season with the Visit York Pass! Unlock exclusive savings at top attractions, savour more and spend less. Your Yuletide adventure awaits!
Pantos, Theatre and Music
From classic carols, to theatre fun and orchestral masterpieces, there is something for all music and drama lovers in York this Christmas.
Family Friendly Events
Family friendly festive events to keep kids and all the family entertained over the festive period.
Meet Santa
Santa has been spotted across the city! Don't miss the chance to tell him what's on the top of your Christmas list this year.
Explore All Christmas Events in York
The Great Yorkshire Christmas
Monk Park Farm
Ghost Stories for Christmas by Edwyrdian Tales
York Castle Museum
John Potter: Did Good King Wenceslas Look Out?
National Centre for Early Music
Carlton Towers Christmas House Tour & Cream Tea
Carlton Towers
A Christmas Carol Theatrical Afternoon Tea
Castle Howard
Carols by Candlelight with the York Philharmonic …
Holy Trinity Church, Goodramgate
Carlton Towers Christmas Party Night
Carlton Towers
Glow at RHS Garden Harlow Carr
RHS Garden Harlow Carr
Shepherd Brass Band Christmas Concert
Joseph Rowntree Theatre
Bookable Experiences in York
Discover York's ExperiencesExperience something new this festive season
Gin School with York Distillery - a home of York …
York Distillery - a home of York Gin
Prices From £95.00
Join our fun 'gin school' for your own gin-making experience, at York Distillery, the home of York Gin.With a gin and t…
Bean to Bar - Chocolate Making Masterclass
York Cocoa Works
Prices From £75.00
Learn the full magic of creating chocolate from the raw bean itself to making actual chocolate. We’ll share with you th…
All Creatures Great and Small from York
Mountain Goat Tours
Prices From £69.00
The Yorkshire Dales are celebrated worldwide for their stunning landscapes: green rolling hills stitched together with …
Go Quest Adventures: Self-Guided Interactive Trea…
Go Quest Adventures - Self-Guided Interactive Treasure Hunt & Exploration Game
Prices From £28.95
Explore the streets of York's city centre, unlocking a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles & completing …
Crystal Wonders
Stump Cross Caverns
Prices From £5.85
Ever wondered how crystals form deep beneath the earth? Crystal Wonders is a magical one-hour experience for curious mi…
Castle Howard, Abbeys & North Yorkshire
Highwayman Tours – Private Driven Tours of York & Yorkshire
Prices From £299.00
Spend an unhurried day among some of North Yorkshire’s finest historic places on a private driven tour from York, with …
