Festivals in York
What's on in York - Festivals
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
Magical Night Market at Shambles Market
✨ Magical Night Market at Shambles Market, part of WizardFest✨📅 Bank Holiday Monday, 25 May, 7.30pm - 10pmMake your Bank Holiday Monday sparkle at York’s Magical Night Market! Wander beneath soft fairy lights and discov…
York Festival of Ideas 2026
Enjoy an inspiring programme of in-person and online events at York Festival of Ideas.Taking place from 30 May to 12 Ju…
York Mystery Plays Festival
The York Mystery Plays Festival brings this extraordinary medieval tradition back to the city streets this summer, as t…
Magical Night Market at Shambles Market
✨ Magical Night Market at Shambles Market, part of WizardFest✨📅 Bank Holiday Monday, 25 May, 7.30pm - 10pmMake your Ban…
Yorkshire Cycle Festival 2026
Come along for a great free day out and enjoy everything cycling at the Yorkshire Cycle Festival! Now at a great new ve…
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