Events
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Reignite XV
York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk, York, United KingdomJoin us for Reignite XV: Liftoff: Breaking In & Building Forward. The event takes place on 4th June from 6pm to 9pm at Temple Hall, York St John University. This year, we’re doing something different. In partnership with York St John Art & Design, Liftoff brings together over 150 new works from the next generation…
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Jumbo the Elephant
St Martin le Grand 13 Coney Street, York, United KingdomMeet Jumbo the Elephant in York! Standing at an incredible 2 metres tall and 1.3 metres wide, this life sized elephant puppet is a true show stopper. Fully roaming and wonderfully lifelike, don't miss this magical photo opportunity and memorable close-up encounter. Meet Jumbo the Elephant at the clock on Coney Street on Saturday 6th…
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York Best Bar None Awards
Impossible, York 3 St. Helen's SquareWe're thrilled to be hosting the inaugural York Best Bar None (BBN) Awards on Thursday 11th June. These awards recognise York's pubs, clubs, bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues for excellence in safety, customer care, and community. If you're a licensed venue that would like to be in for a chance of winning an award, it's…
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Momentum York
FeaturedYork St John University Lord Mayor's Walk, York, United KingdomWe are thrilled to introduce Momentum York, the city's brand-new conference dedicated to the Professional Services Sector. Join us for a dynamic half‑day conference featuring an expo of small to medium‑sized professional service businesses, insightful presentations, and valuable opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the sector. This inaugural conference has been co-designed with professional service…
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York BID Annual General Meeting
FeaturedRadisson Hotel York North Street, YorkJoin us for York BID's AGM on Thursday 16th July 2026, from 6pm to 9pm, at the Radisson York Hotel. This year's AGM marks the beginning of the BID's third term, giving us the opportunity to celebrate what we've achieved together over the past year, share what's coming next, and hear about the projects, events,…
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The Tempest Play Park
FeaturedParliament Street Parliament Street, YorkDon't miss The Tempest, a brand new, imaginative pop-up children's play area on Parliament Street. Open from 9am to 6pm every day until Thursday 3rd September, the pop-up installation includes climbing and balancing equipment, sensory play features, bridges, interactive elements and accessible play equipment. This new free temporary attraction, brought to the city by York…
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The Actual Reality Arcade
Parliament Street Parliament Street, YorkEnjoy a spectacular free city-centre experience this summer as the Actual Reality Arcade returns to Parliament Street for the latest Family Friendly Saturday event. Taking place on Saturday 15th August from 12pm to 6pm on Parliament Street, the event promises a packed programme of activities and fun for all ages. At the heart of the…
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Rejuvenation Days
Join York BID to help keep York looking its best by cleaning and repainting street furniture like bike racks, benches, bollards, and more on Wednesday 2nd, Friday 4th, and Tuesday 8th. Each volunteering session runs from 9am to 1pm in St Helen's Square. To take part, register your place here.
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Ghosts in the Gardens
From September, York's streets and green spaces will once again play host to a city-wide gathering of ghostly figures as our Ghosts in the Gardens take their places across historic sites. Ghosts in the Gardens will return from 19th September to 1st November. Stay tuned for more information.
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Reignite XVI: Screen Industries & The North
City Screen YorkJoin us for Reignite XVI: Screen Industries & The North on Wednesday 23rd September from 6pm to 9pm at City Screen York. Attendees will enjoy a curated screening of short films selected by Film Hub North, followed by a filmmaker Q&A and networking session. Jen Barfield from Film Hub North and Caroline Cooper-Charles from Screen…