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What's On In York
What's On in York
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.
Enjoy festive adventures everyday in York with Christmas shopping, sightseeing and seasonal treats across the city. From 12 November - 21 December, explore the popular York Christmas Market (closed on Tuesdays for a weekly rest day).
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York Festivals
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Christmas in York 2026
York Ice Trail 2027
Aesthetica Film Festival
Aesthetica Film Festival
Events
Street Photo Walk - King’s Square and The Shambles
York Photo Walks
Kings Square and The Shambles Photo Walk takes place every Tuesday and Saturday at 10.00am, we meet at Kings SquareCome…
Festive house tour and Georgian cookery demonstra…
York Mansion House
Fridays 20 and 27 November, 4 and 11 DecemberSundays 15, 22 and 29 November, 6 and 13 December2.30pm – 3.45pmTake a bre…
Festive house tour and Georgian cookery demonstra…
York Mansion House
Fridays 20 and 27 November, 4 and 11 DecemberSundays 15, 22 and 29 November, 6 and 13 December2.30pm – 3.45pmTake a bre…
Joiner Christmas Party
The Motorist
Looking to celebrate Christmas with your friends and colleagues without booking a private event? On Friday 18th Decembe…
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How To Train Your Dragon School – Poo Week!
JORVIK Viking Centre
Sledmere Christmas Fair 2026
Sledmere House and Gardens
Welcome to Storywood - Writing Workshops for ages…
Grand Opera House York
