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York Residents’ Festival - Attractions
Organised by Make It York, York Residents’ Festival 2026 offers a variety of exclusive deals for York residents.
On Saturday 31st January and Sunday 1st February 2026, discover a wide range of family friendly attractions on your very own doorstep, from museums, theatres, and galleries to hidden gems and must-see attractions, for free!
How do I take part? To get involved, present a valid York Card, student card or identity card that proves York residency. If presenting an identity card, this must clearly state 'York' (e.g. driving licence or older person's bus pass).
See individual listings for more information, including pre-booking information. Some venues have limited free tickets and operate on a first come first serve basis.
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Featured York Residents’ Festival - Attractions & Things to Do Offers
30% Off Food all January at The Whippet Inn
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50% Off Entry at the York Dungeon (Pre-booking Required)
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25% Off Flying Scotsman Virtual Reality Experience
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Free Annual Pass Upgrade to Wonderlab: The Bramall Gallery
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Tea Room Discount - Ampleforth Abbey
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Free Boat Trip for York Residents With City Cruises!
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Free Entry at York Castle Museum
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Save 10% in the Cafés and Gift Shops at the National Railway Museum
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Free Entry at York Art Gallery
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Free Entry at Yorkshire Museum
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Free Entry to Beningbrough for York Residents' Festival
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200 FREE Tickets for York's Chocolate Story & 25% Discount For Locals
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Other Offers
HEIMA
10% Discount at HEIMA for York Residents
Available to York residents only - see details of York Residents' FestivalYork residents are treated to 10% o…
Castle Howard
Free Entry to Castle Howard for York Residents
Available to York residents only - see details of York Residents' FestivalCastle Howard is delighted to welco…
Yorkshire Heart Vineyard.
Free short tour of the vineyard and winery with wine tasting at Yorkshire Heart Vineyard
Available to York residents only - see details of York Residents' FestivalWe are delighted to take part in Yo…
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
Free Entry For First 50 Residents at The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
Available to York residents only - see details of York Residents' FestivalYork Residents Weekend & Januar…
The York Quests: Immersive Riddly Treasure Hunts and Outdoor Escape Rooms
Play a York Quest with 75% off!
Available to York residents only - see details of York Residents' FestivalExperience the mind bending challen…
National Centre for Early Music
25% Off Tickets: Ruby's Worry Family Concert
Available to York residents only - see details of York Residents' FestivalSaturday 31st January 11:30am &…
Clifford's Tower
Free Entry to Clifford’s Tower for York Residents
Clifford’s Tower offers unrivalled views over the heart of the ancient city and an unforgettable insight into…
York Guided Historic Pub Walks
50% Discount on Tickets for York Guided Historic Pub Walks
York Guided Historic Pub Walks Residents Offer3pm January 30th January and 1st February 2026 Discover the his…
Joseph Rowntree Theatre
Free Behind the Scenes Tours of the Joseph Rowntree Theatre
Available to York residents only - see details of York Residents' FestivalThe Joseph Rowntree Theatre continu…
Lucy Pittaway
10% off Artwork at Lucy Pittaway
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York Cold War Bunker
Free Entry at York Cold War Bunker
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Love Cheese
10% Discount in the Speakcheesey at Love Cheese
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