What's on in York - Festival Events

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Take a look at the astounding events and world-leading festivals taking place, Only In York.

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

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17th Feb 25 - 23rd Feb 25

JORVIK Viking Festival 2025

The Vikings are back this February for the JORVIK Viking Festival! From Monday, the 17th of February to Sunday, the 23r…

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31st May 25 - 13th Jun 25

York Festival of Ideas 2025

Enjoy an inspiring programme of in-person and online events at York Festival of Ideas. Taking place from 31 May to 13 J…

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10th Apr 25 - 14th Apr 25

Yorkshire Craft Festival

Held in the heart of York, on Parliament Street, The Yorkshire Craft Festival-Spring! will take place between 10-14 …

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10th Apr 25 - 14th Apr 25

Yorkshire Craft Festival

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Social 16 9 Uo Y Events Festival of Ideas Tracy Borman June 2023 Alex Holland 5
31st May 25 - 13th Jun 25

York Festival of Ideas 2025

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17th Feb 25 - 23rd Feb 25

JORVIK Viking Festival 2025

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14th Feb 25 - 2nd Mar 25

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