Things to do in York- Page 7

North Yorkshire Grand Prix Cycle Race

The North Yorkshire Grand Prix returns to its traditional home at Ampleforth Abbey.The race features two circuits extending through the Abbey grounds and out ac…

Ampleforth Abbey, York

Linda Smith

Please Please You presents Linda Smith + Troutflies The Crescent, York Sunday 16th August, 6.30pm Tickets are £14 (+ b/f) in advance and available from See Tick…

The Crescent, York

The Architects Hand

PrpgrammeMozart Clarinet quintet in A major K581 Huw Watkins Aria (oboe and strings)

St Mary’s Church, York

Solstice

The Clann tour continues into 2026!Voted Best Band in Prog magazine's latest annual Prog Awards, Solstice have been riding a wave an exuberant wave of positivit…

The Crescent, York

A New Dawn

Haydn String quartet in B-flat major op 76 no 4 (Sunrise) Thomas Ads Arcadiana

St Michael Coxwold, York

Ata Kak

Field Day Official Pre-Party

The Crescent, York

This Is The Kit

This Is The Kit, the nom de plume of Kate Stables, has been in existence since the '00s, when Kate moved to Bristol and started playing and collaborating with l…

The Crescent, York

Aardman In Concert

Aardman In Concert at York Barbican, York

York Barbican, York

The Afternoon Service: August Bank Holiday Sunday

The Afternoon Service - August Bank Holiday Sunday 2026.This one will be hot hot hot.We return with the usual stellar line up including Pete Le Freq, Rich Biscu…

Knavesmire, York

The Selfish Giant

No one, not even the story-tellers themselves, can be left unaffected by this inspiring tale of love and generosity.The Giant is angry.

Friargate Theatre, York

John Young of Lifesigns Live in York (Solo)

John Young brings a mix of music and stories to York

Fulford Arms, York

Suzannah Lipscomb & Kate Williams: To Kill A Queen

Join acclaimed historians Suzannah Lipscomb and Kate Williams for this unmissable live event exploring Mary, Queen of Scots and Elizabeth I—two women caught in…

Grand Opera House York, York

Cud

Emerging from the same art/design cauldron that produced fellow Leeds legends Soft Cell, Scritti Politti, and The Mekons, CUD were the pre-Britpop answer to dol…

The Crescent, York

Blippi Live!

Blippi Live! at York Barbican, York

York Barbican, York

Ally Venable

Ally Marie Venable is an American blues rock guitar player, singer, and songwriter.

The Crescent, York

Ranagri

Ranagri is an award winning folk band from Ireland and England. With a unique blend of instruments that includes voices, guitar, bouzouki, flutes, whistles, har…

All Saints Church, York

Barleycorn

It's been raining all summer. The village pubs closing down. And a wild storm threatens to scupper the annual harvest show.

Friargate Theatre, York

Watson: The Final Problem

This gripping solo show is a knockout InDailyWatson. An old soldier with a few bruises and a cracking story to tell.1894\. Watson is alone.

Friargate Theatre, York

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Eighth Annual Village Produce Show

Terrington, Ganthorpe & Wiganthorpe's eighth annual produce show.Opens to the public at 2pm Admission is 1 at the door with free admission to under 16s and exhi…

Terrington Village Hall, York

Brainiac Live

More mischievous than ever before Brainiac Live! - the UK’s original and favourite family science show - explodes on stage and will take you on a breathless rid…

Grand Opera House York, York

Newbald Live presents Rachel Croft

Described as truly exceptional by BBC Introducing, Rachel Crofts distinctive sound has graced iconic venues such as The Bitter End (New York), The Bluebird Cafe…

North Newbald Village Hall, York

Michael McGoldrick and Tim Edey

Michael McGoldrick and Tim Edey are two celebrated musicians in the realm of Celtic folk music, renowned for their exceptional skills and innovative approaches.…

The Crescent, York

Acquire at Ampleforth

Acquire at Ampleforth is a special selling exhibition showcasing 16 selected artisans specialising in jewellery and silversmithing, predominantly from Yorkshire…

Ampleforth Abbey, York

The Sensational Alex Harvey Experience

Since forming in 2013 as a Sensational tribute to one of Scotland's finest, one-of-a-kind rock sons and his band, the Sensational Alex Harvey Experience (SAHE)…

Fulford Arms, York

Heritage Open Days

Explore the extraordinary craftsmanship and architectural legacy of Ampleforth Abbey and Ampleforth College this Heritage Open Day.Discover the work of Robert ‘…

Ampleforth Abbey, York

Track Dogs - 20th Anniversary Tour

Track Dogs are an international band formed in 2006 in Madrid with a name deriving from the dark subterranean world of the New York subway system.

City Screen Picturehouse, York

Ben Thompson: Elvis Tribute

Ben Thompson as Elvis with "A SUMMER SPECIAL"Together with his amazing live band.

York Barbican, York

Cringe!

A cabaret style retelling of real cringey memoriesWho doesnt love to cringe at an embarrassing story?!

Friargate Theatre, York

The Alex Hamilton Band

We welcome the band back to Terrington again for another night of Blues/Rock/Americana music, combining melodic and powerful vocals with a rock solid rhythm sec…

Terrington Village Hall, York

The Filthy Banshees

Join The Filthy Banshees as they bring their quirky folk-rock sound downstairs for a standing-room-only gig at Friargate Theatre!Blending Irish and Celtic folk…

Friargate Theatre, York

The Mouse Outfit

Manchester’s nine-­piece hip hop collective ​The Mouse Outfit ​are the future of contemporary hip ­hop.

The Crescent, York

Yorktoberfest 2026

New this year - a Big Top! So come and join the party, with beer, bratwurst and all things Bavarian!Yorks very own Oktoberfest returns for a 6th year to the Clo…

York Racecourse, York

Everybody's Talking About Jamie Presented by York Stage

Welcome to Jamie’s world where courage, glitter and grit collide.

Grand Opera House York, York

The Wind in the Willows - A One-Man Performance

Dive into summer with Mat Joness sparkling one-man performance of Kenneth Grahames classic The Wind in the Willows.

Friargate Theatre, York

Swan Lake

Swan Lake at York Barbican, York

York Barbican, York

Admiral Fallow

Admiral Fallow (Louis Abbott, Kevin Brolly, Phil Hague, Sarah Hayes and Joe Rattray) released their much-beloved debut album, Boots Met My Face, in 2011 and its…

The Crescent, York

The Fargo Railroad Co. @ The Fulford Arms

Hot from our Feb/Mar '26 support tour for Hayseed Dixie we're coming to York, get tickets early and get ready for a mighty shindig!!Tickets £12.50 adv or £15 ot…

Fulford Arms, York

It's a Wonderful Us

The Lawnmowers and Murmur Theatre Presents:Meet the double act; Andrew & Ginger. Forever rehearsing, forever arguing over the opening number.

Friargate Theatre, York

Qween UK - The Live Experience

Qween UK return for an unforgettable night of Queen’s greatest hits!Join one of the UK’s most dynamic Queen tribute acts as they deliver a high-energy celebrati…

Helmsley Arts Centre, York

True Order- The No1 tribute to New Order return to York

An Ultimate Gig Event True Order: Are the leading New Order tribute act in the UK.

Fulford Arms, York

Mark Thomas: 40 in Stand-Up Years

Mark Thomas celebrates 40 years at the mic. In that time, he has changed laws on tax, jailed arms dealers, kickstarted a comedy circuit in Palestine, given evid…

The Crescent, York

Mark Thomas' Check-up: Our NHS @ 70

Mark Thomas is 54, the NHS is 70.UK national average life expectancy is 84.If Mark makes it to 84 the NHS will be 100...what will they both look like?With the N…

The Crescent, York

The Spooky Magic Show

Rufus the Dog has taken Uncle Cadabras powerful magic wand and hidden in the attic. Accidentally Rufus has caused the whole audience to be magically transported…

Friargate Theatre, York

Stargazing

Come stargazing at Ampleforth Abbey with expert astronomer Neill Sanders, who will guide you through the wonders visible in the night sky.Telescopes will be pro…

Ampleforth Abbey, York

Paul Sinha: 2 Sinha Lifetime

Paul Sinha returned to the Edinburgh Fringe in 2025 after a dramatic 2023 that saw him booking a ticket to Edinburgh's Royal Infirmary half-way through his run.…

The Crescent, York

Cola

In November, the Montreal band Ought announced their break up after three critically-acclaimed albums and 9 years together.

The Crescent, York

The Zac Schulze Gang

The Zac Schulze Gang is a dynamic rock band that fuses elements of blues, rock, and soul into a distinctive sound, led by the energetic and soulful frontman Zac…

The Crescent, York

Martin Mcaloon

Martin McAloon of Prefab Sprout'Steve McQueen - Slight Return'Sunday 22nd November, 6.30pmTickets are £24.50 (+ b/f) in advance and available from See Tickets.★…

The Crescent, York