York Events Calendar

Looking for something to do in York? Whether you're a local, new in town or just cruising through we've got loads of great tips and events to offer. Find out what’s on in York with our regularly updated events calendar featuring the best upcoming events in York and the area.

This guide lists events at a glance, showing what’s on each month. See the highlights of What’s On for York, featuring the best of things to do in York – Live Music and Gigs, Family Events, Art & Culture, Food & Drink and much more. York fundraisers and charity events.


Important This Event Calendar is not maintained on a daily basis and some events may have changed dates or are no longer happening. Please double-check the event websites for the most up-to-date information.

  • Astrocampus Public Observing evenings

    The Astrocampus, the University of York’s observatory University of York, Campus West, Heslington, York YO10 5NA., York, York

    Astrocampus Observing Evenings • Fortnightly from 4 November 2025 - 26 March 2026 Come and explore the wonders of the Universe at the Astrocampus, the University of York’s observatory. -6.30pm - 7.30pm: Family-Friendly, suitable for families with children aged 5+ Join us for an evening of hands-on craft activities and family-friendly talks and tours. Discover […]

    Free
  • Box-Tec

    Spirit Fitness 19 Mansfield Street, York, York

    Looking to get into the gym in the New Year but not sure where to start? Want to do classes but don’t want the commitment of an expensive membership? Box-Tek is coming to York via Swift Fitness from January 2026. It will run each week and is open to both members and non-members for. £5.95 […]

    £5.95
  • The Polis: The UK’s Most Authentic Tribute to The Police

    The Fulford Arms 121 Fulford Rd, York, York, York

    With bookings all over The Uk for 2026, Scotland's Police Tribute: The Polis, return South adding yet another New Venue to their rapidly expanding Roster when they take the stage at York's Fulford Arms, Saturday, 28th, March. Since returning to a "true to the original" 3-man line-up in 2025, The Polis are now arguably The […]

    £13.00
  • Hayao Miyazaki’s Dreams by Mystery Ensemble

    The National Centre for Early Music (NCEM) St Margarets Church, Walmgate, YO1 9TL, York, York

    А unique concert will take place on April 11th at the National Centre of Early Music. The Miyazaki Dreams concert is an immersion in the fabulous atmosphere of anime of the world-famous Japanese director and Oscar winner Hayao Miyazaki. Mystery Ensemble has collected magical music from his anime and compositions inspired by his creations. The evening programme […]

    £20 – £35
  • Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons

    The National Centre for Early Music (NCEM) St Margarets Church, Walmgate, YO1 9TL, York, York

    A unique concert will take place at the National Centre of Early Music on the 11th of April! Join us for an evening featuring the famous Antonio Vivaldi cycle «The Four Seasons» in the interpretation of contemporary composer Max Richter, performed by the extraordinary Mystery Ensemble. Max Richter is the composer of music for dozens […]

    £20 – £35
  • Dark Wedding FAir

    Merchant Adventurer's Hall The Hall, Fossgate, York, York

    Carpe Tenebris Whether you’re drawn to shadowy elegance, Victorian romance, pagan rituals or full-blown gothic drama, this is your invitation to escape the beige and ‘seize the dark’ You are invited to the new Dark Wedding Fair, where metal loving, dark hearted and alternative couples can plan a wedding without compromise with the UK’s most […]

    £5
  • York Cocktail Week

    City-wide City-wide, York, York

    York Cocktail Week returns from 17th - 26th April, 2026, bringing 10 days of incredible cocktail experiences to the best venues across the city! Enjoy £5–£7 cocktails, mocktails, food deals, and a range of exclusive offers and events, all available with your Cocktail Week wristband. 2025 Participating Venues included: The Botanist, Sotano, Impossible, Tomahawk Steakhouse, Bobos Cocktail Bar, Revolution, Dum Dum […]

    £7.95 – £12.95
  • Stillingfleet Beer & Music Festival – Sat 9 May 2026

    Stillingfleet Village Institute York Road, Stillingfleet, YORK, YORK

    Join us in the picturesque village of Stillingfleet for this year's Beer & Music Festival! This year’s “99 Not Out!” festival will take place on Saturday 9th May in Stillingfleet Village Hall, from 12 noon until the barrels run dry. Our village festivals started in 2010 and usually sell out. So this year’s festival is […]

    £8
  • The Magic of Film Music

    Friargate Theatre Lower Friargate, York, York

    Film music can make us laugh, make us cry, and completely alter the way we react to a scene or film as a whole. It also guides the pacing and structure of the film, creating a more immersive and cohesive experience for audiences. This interactive, engaging talk by film music expert Dr Matt Lawson will […]

    £8

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