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York has a vibrant calendar of festivals, events, gigs and shows and there's always something exciting taking place for you to enjoy whilst visiting the city.

Experience amazing world-class festivals and events in York. Don’t miss comedy nights, markets, exhibitions and much more at the city’s varied cultural venues and theatres. If you’re visiting in the winter months, enjoy the UK’s most festive city with the enchanting York Christmas Market and a range of Christmas activities.

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18th Feb 25

JORVIK Viking Festival Feast

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22nd Feb 25

Evening Spectacular: Tyrfing. The Cursed Sword

JORVIK Viking Centre

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21st Feb 25

Evening Spectacular: Tyrfing. The Cursed Sword

JORVIK Viking Centre

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York Christmas Market 2024

🎄York Christmas Market 2024🎄 November 14th - December 22nd 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Monday - Sunday) 🎁York's award-winning Christmas Market is back from 14th November to 22nd December 2024, bringing f…

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14th Nov 24 - 22nd Dec 24

York Christmas Market 2024

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30th Nov 24 - 1st Dec 24

Santa’s Grotto in the Boathouse

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21st Dec 24

Big Christmas Concert - Matinee

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10th Nov 24 - 24th Nov 24

Wrapped Up - Ghost Quest York!

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Olivia violin
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Celtic Carols by Candlelight w…

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Oliver Twist copy title only
17th Dec 24 - 30th Dec 24

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