Summer is here, the festival season kicks into a higher gear, with music, food, art, and performance festivals taking place across Yorkshire it's a fantastic time to visit.
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15th June 2025
Yorkshire is hosting a wealth of great family days out with a special focus on dad this Fathers Day.
Springbank Holiday family days out and events for the school May half term 2022, outdoor and indoor fun, just in case summer hasn't quite arrived.
Springbank Holiday family days out and events for the school May half term 2024, outdoor and indoor fun, just in case summer hasn't quite arrived.
24th Feb to 23rd June 2024
Fragile Microbiomes, an exhibition by internationally renowned British artist Anna Dumitriu, exploring our relationship to the complex ecosystem of microbes that live in us and around us.
1st and 2nd June 2024
Join us for a day filled with trainloads of family fun including appearances from Hey Duggee at intervals each day.
19th May to 7th July 2024
Exhibition is held at Nunnington Hall. The British Wildlife Photography Awards celebrates the diversity of British wildlife and wild spaces through a collection of inspirational photographs and films.
1st June 2024
Experience Castleford’s Roman heritage during a fun family day. Explore a roman-themed market with demonstrations and activities such as roman toy making, science experiments and pottery throwing.
7th, 8th, 14th and 15th June 2025
North Yorkshire Open Studios is an annual event enabling artists and makers to open their studios, meet, promote and sell their work direct to the public over the first two weekends in June.
31st May and 1st June 2024
Kicking off with the beer festival in Ossett Town Hall on the Friday, make sure you return on Saturday morning for the Beer Cart Procession through the town! Expect music, Morris dancing, food and the all important beer.
4th May to 14th July 2024
Experience the 59th Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition, exceptional images which capture fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular species and the breathtaking diversity of the natural world.
24th February to 2nd June 2024
A colourful journey into the imagination and experiences of disabled artist Jason Wilsher-Mills! Jason’s theatrical portraits and sculptures reflect aspects of his personality, memory, and disability. This family friendly exhibition is suitable for all ages and includes Augmented Reality (AR) and interactive experiences.
1st June 2024
All aboard The Gin Train Experience! Enjoy a full range of their award winning Gin & Tonics by Taplin & Mageean from the comfort of a private carriage travelling through the spectacular Yorkshire Dales scenery on our Railway!
13th January to 7th July 2024
At the beginning of the global COVID-19 pandemic, artist Phlegm started to document his observations of daily life in lockdown in the form of an ongoing series of artworks.
18th May to 1st September 2024
Come face-to-face with some of the most famous people from the worlds of art, fashion, music and stage. Self Made is an exhibition of portraits of cultural icons from different generations and backgrounds, by Scarborough-born photographer Derrick Santini.
At Scarborough Art Gallery.
1st to 2nd June
at Flamborough Cliffs nature reserve for expert-led guided walks, boat trips and much more…
Yorkshire’s Flamborough Headland is one of the best places in the country to see puffins from land – as well as thousands of other seabirds.
31st May to 2nd June 2024
With an exciting line up of celebrities hosting live podcast shows, including Katie Price, Katherine Ryan and Romesh Ranganathan in iconic venues across the Sheffield.
25th May to 8th June 2024
Swaledale Festival returns in 2024 with a broad selection of the finest musicians and artists from Yorkshire, elsewhere in the country and around the world. There will be a large number of hands-on events such as workshops, walks and craft demonstrations, with a focus on participation, landscape and climate change.
30th May 2024
After a complete sell-out first run in 2023, Ruby Wax‘s rawest, darkest, funniest and most compelling stage show yet comes to Sheffield Crucible in 2024.
25th May to 30th June 2024
Crack the code to find your way around the gardens, you could even race your friends! Who will be the first to find the final location? This clue solving trail is fun for all the family; with riddles to crack for older children and adults, and an eye spy activity for younger explorers.
10th May to 8th September 2024
Monet’s ‘The Water-Lily Pond’ will be the central feature of a major new exhibition at York Art Gallery to mark the 200th anniversary of the National Gallery.
31st May to 2nd June 2024
This three-day event will include Street Food Stalls, professional demonstrations and talks, tasting sessions, and bake-off competitions.
1st to 14th June 2024
Join us for York Festival of Ideas 2024 as we explore The Power Of... with over 200 mostly free in-person and online events designed to educate, entertain and inspire.
1st June 2024
The Bradford Faith Trail takes in five fascinating places of worship. You can visit as many places of worship as you like – each place of worship will be open for set times and you will be shown round by experienced guides.
7th and 8th June 2025
At Filey Food Festival there are over 65 stalls showcasing the very best of Yorkshire food and drink as well as fantastic produce from outside the region. Taking place within the Evron Centre and Crescent Gardens, which have superb views across Filey Bay, the popular event is a great day out for all.
1st June 2024
Leeds’s original festival of wool is back for 2024! Come along to Leeds Industrial Museum to celebrate all things woolly, right inside what was once the world’s largest woollen mill.
30th May to 2nd June 2024
Pick up a trail map and enjoy a day hunting for the scarecrows around Wetwang.
7th to 9th June 2024
Books By the Beach brings authors to the readers, with a strong Yorkshire influence.
15th June 2025
Yorkshire is hosting a wealth of great family days out with a special focus on dad this Fathers Day.
7th to 9th June 2024
A weekend full
of Concerts, Music Sessions, Dance and Singarounds in and around the 'famed city of Robin Hood's Bay'
on the beautiful Yorkshire Coast.
7th, 8th, 14th and 15th June 2025
North Yorkshire Open Studios is an annual event enabling artists and makers to open their studios, meet, promote and sell their work direct to the public over the first two weekends in June.
25th May to 8th June 2024
Swaledale Festival returns in 2024 with a broad selection of the finest musicians and artists from Yorkshire, elsewhere in the country and around the world. There will be a large number of hands-on events such as workshops, walks and craft demonstrations, with a focus on participation, landscape and climate change.
9th June 2024
Leaf Open Farm Sunday provides everyone with an opportunity to visit a working farm to discover the work farners do to provide food for the nation. Events vary from farm to farm.
8th June 2024
WheelFest is a car meeting with a difference! It’s more than cars, it’s anything with a wheel: vintage, classic, American, performance, custom, emergency vehicles, your own pride and joy, commercial and agricultural, bikes and scooters, and even model railways.
7th to 9th June 2024
From Friday night to Sunday night, enjoy a full weekend of sixties music, featuring some of the biggest names of the 1960s. Welcome to 'Whitby Live' held at Whitby Pavillion.
8th and 9th June 2024
Held at Newby Hall in Association with Yorkshire Vintage Association, great family event held over 2 days.
8th and 9th June 2024
A yarn show with a difference, that everyone can attend and enjoy. Held at Magna.
8th June 2024
Taking place in over 20 venues and featuring over 200 artists every year.
A family friendly day of live music for all.
9th June 2024
This unique event sees participants running in the footsteps of the ‘Bravest of the Brave’. Based on a pivotal part of the Gurkha selection process, we challenge participants to take on a 5km cross-country course with a weighted Nepali Doko basket strapped to their back. In Roundhay Park, Leeds.
14th June 2025
Hosted by Rose and Brown, Saltaire Vintage Home & Fashion Fair on Saturday 30 November, featuring 45 brilliant stalls, all selling beautiful, genuine vintage. Taking place from 10am - 4pm, at Victoria Hall, Victoria Road, Saltaire.
14th June 2025
Bringing together some of the biggest names in pop from Westlife, Boyzone, The Wanted and JLS on the Main Stage - and introducing you to some incredible new talent on the New Music Stage, including Frida and Tom Masters!
Yorkshire Music Festivals
18th May to 1st September 2024
Come face-to-face with some of the most famous people from the worlds of art, fashion, music and stage. Self Made is an exhibition of portraits of cultural icons from different generations and backgrounds, by Scarborough-born photographer Derrick Santini.
At Scarborough Art Gallery.
9th June 2024
At First Direct Arena Leeds, cosplay competition and parade, retro and current gaming, a selection of traders and plenty of awesome set builds and props .
13th January to 7th July 2024
At the beginning of the global COVID-19 pandemic, artist Phlegm started to document his observations of daily life in lockdown in the form of an ongoing series of artworks.
8th June 2024
A huge, free comic-con style event in Huddersfield Town Centre, free to attend. Hosted by Huddersfield BID.
8th and 9th June 2024
There will be approx 25 classic video game systems to play on with some of the best videogames ever made out to play.
9th June 2024
held on the square in front of the Royal Armouries Museum main entrance, it’s a new free to attend event in the classic car calendar in a unique location at Leeds Dock.
19th May to 7th July 2024
Exhibition is held at Nunnington Hall. The British Wildlife Photography Awards celebrates the diversity of British wildlife and wild spaces through a collection of inspirational photographs and films.
7th and 8th June 2024
Serving perfectly conditioned cask ales, keg, lagers, ciders, wines, a collection of gins and soft drinks. The hugely popular Pimms and Prosecco tent returns of course, along with lots of music and dancing.
24th May, 7th June and 30th August 2024
Rural Arts is teaming up with Thirsk-based music curators, De Mowbray Music, to present three laid-back Friday evening concerts.
8th June to 13th July 2024
Opening on 8th June with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Harrogate Music Festival brings a rich and varied classical, choral and chamber programme to the heart of Yorkshire.
25th May to 30th June 2024
Crack the code to find your way around the gardens, you could even race your friends! Who will be the first to find the final location? This clue solving trail is fun for all the family; with riddles to crack for older children and adults, and an eye spy activity for younger explorers.
10th May to 8th September 2024
Monet’s ‘The Water-Lily Pond’ will be the central feature of a major new exhibition at York Art Gallery to mark the 200th anniversary of the National Gallery.
14th June 2025
A vehicle show with a difference. A family day with exhibits, entertainment, children’s rides and a costumed character parade. What’s more, it’s FREE to vehicle exhibitors and FREE for the public to attend..
8th and 9th June 2024
Step back in time in the premiere performance by Live History, bringing past figures of Elsecar to life. Audience members will follow their own chosen path to complete missions, tasks, clues and speak to the characters whilst learning about the dynamic history of Elsecar.
6th June 2024
Find magical creatures on a tour wizard fans go Potty for! A magical and child friendly tour of the city.
1st to 14th June 2024
Join us for York Festival of Ideas 2024 as we explore The Power Of... with over 200 mostly free in-person and online events designed to educate, entertain and inspire.
8th and 9th June 2024
At Filey Food Festival there are over 65 stalls showcasing the very best of Yorkshire food and drink as well as fantastic produce from outside the region.
8th June 2024
The Great Knaresborough Bed Race is a mighty pageant of decorated beds, passengers and runners, combined with a gruelling athletic contest around a course of 2.4 miles. This year's theme is "Great Inventions And Technology Through The Ages".
14th to 22nd June 2024
Scalby Fair is a week long festival of entertainment and fun culminating in a large village street fair with over 50 stalls, music, dancing, and children specific attractions.
8th and 9th June 2024
The grounds will become a plant enthusiast’s paradise. There will be many specialist nurseries offering their plants, and stallholders selling vintage garden pieces, garden gifts and much more.
9th June 2024
This will be a great day for families, collectors, adult builders and every other kind of LEGO fan. With lots to see and do including speed building competitions, large scale displays and a dedicated building area.
Entertain your family this school summer holiday in Yorkshire. Great ideas to keep everyone entertained, many are free.
Experience the movies outdoors at venues across Yorkshire. In ancient ruins or beautiful gardens enjoy a film al fresco this summer for a Yorkshire Day Out.
15th June 2025
Yorkshire is hosting a wealth of great family days out with a special focus on dad this Fathers Day.
21st June 2025
From Capes to Cartridges – Dive into Geek Heaven!
Ever wanted to throw axes like a Viking, stroll past life-sized dinos, or meet real media icons? At Huddersfield BID’s “Get Your Geek On” town centre takeover, the impossible becomes reality! With cosplay, gaming zones, movie cars, and more
14th to 22nd June 2024
Migration Matters Festival is a 9-day annual celebration of sanctuary, cultural identity and migration in Sheffield.
28th and 29th June 2025
Heaps of entertainment plus fresh additions for 2025 including: Largest Food & Drink Line Up To Date, Brand New Entertainment (Foodie Olympics anyone?!), Top Chefs from the Yorkshire Region and New Tributes Each Evening
16th June 2024
The Yorkshire Modified Car Show, one of the best car show events in Yorkshire and the North of England, was established over 13 years ago and is held in our stunning parkland.
12th to 17th June 2024
Sheffield DocFest is the UK's leading documentary festival and one of the world's most influential markets for documentary projects. They champion and present the breadth of documentary form – film, television, immersive and art.
15th and 16th June 2024
The Ilkley Food and Drink Festival is a family friendly celebration of international influence and local talent, expressed through international food, independent drink, live music, arts and charity.
15th and 16th June 2024
Come join Sir John Savile and his retinue as they visit Bolton Castle and see the everyday workings of the household during a visit from the Sheriff of Yorkshire. The day is brought alive with re-enactors demonstrating archery, combat with swords and pollaxes, and the castle inhabitants showcase life amidst combat and peace.
14th June 2024
Mamma Mia is coming to the Doncaster Athlete Club, enjoy a movie under the stars.
4th May to 14th July 2024
Experience the 59th Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition, exceptional images which capture fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular species and the breathtaking diversity of the natural world.
24th Feb to 23rd June 2024
Fragile Microbiomes, an exhibition by internationally renowned British artist Anna Dumitriu, exploring our relationship to the complex ecosystem of microbes that live in us and around us.
18th May to 1st September 2024
Come face-to-face with some of the most famous people from the worlds of art, fashion, music and stage. Self Made is an exhibition of portraits of cultural icons from different generations and backgrounds, by Scarborough-born photographer Derrick Santini.
At Scarborough Art Gallery.
14th to 16th June 2024
three-day event, where enthusiasts and families alike can revel in the captivating world of heritage diesel locomotives amidst the stunning landscapes of the North York Moors National Park.
15th and 16th June 2024
Back for a 5th year join the Great Yorkshire Creature Count
19th May to 7th July 2024
Exhibition is held at Nunnington Hall. The British Wildlife Photography Awards celebrates the diversity of British wildlife and wild spaces through a collection of inspirational photographs and films.
8th June to 13th July 2024
Opening on 8th June with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Harrogate Music Festival brings a rich and varied classical, choral and chamber programme to the heart of Yorkshire.
25th May to 30th June 2024
Crack the code to find your way around the gardens, you could even race your friends! Who will be the first to find the final location? This clue solving trail is fun for all the family; with riddles to crack for older children and adults, and an eye spy activity for younger explorers.
10th May to 8th September 2024
Monet’s ‘The Water-Lily Pond’ will be the central feature of a major new exhibition at York Art Gallery to mark the 200th anniversary of the National Gallery.
23rd June 2024
Step into a world of elegance and romance with our enchanting Bridgerton-themed day at the illustrious Castle Howard, known in a different guise as the Duke of Hasting's ancestral home Clyvedon Castle.
24th May to 15th September 2024
Magnificent dresses and exquisite suits, classic literature, unforgettable period drama. From The Duchess to The Danish Girl, enjoy a stunning display of period costume at Cannon Hall Museum.
15th June to 4th August 2024
Artwork of a wide range of media will be showcased from paintings and sculpture to photography and printmaking.
15th June 2024
Find magical creatures on a tour wizard fans go Potty for! A magical and child friendly tour of the city.
15th and 16th June 2024
The Horbury Craft and Street Fayre has over 60 stalls selling a variety of crafts, food and drink over the weekend. Family entertainment on two stages will be at the core of the event, featuring local bands, choirs and performers as well as dance teams.
16th June 2024
Join the Wakefield Civic Society in a guided walk around Wakefield highlighting the City’s fantastic history and culture. Hear about the history of some of Wakefield’s buildings and the people associated with them.
14th and 15th June 2024
Stacks of flavoursome gins from around the world, cocktails, prosecco and even craft beer. Live entertainment all weekend and mouth-watering street food. All in the unique historical setting of Beverley Minster.
15th June 2024
Experience the thrill of watching homemade soapbox racers hurtle down the track, showcasing creativity, engineering ingenuity, and sheer speed.
Enjoy a day out at the seaside and the simple pleasures of some time on the beach. The days out Yorkshire guide to Yorkshire beaches from places to build sandcastle, to play in rockpools or to hunt for fossils.
22nd June 2024
Todmorden Game and Country Fair is sure to entertain the whole family with a wide selection of Trade Stalls, Food & Drink Stands, Entertainment Shows, Animal Events and Children Attractions.
22nd June 2024
Beeston Festival is a celebration of the diversity and strengths of this South Leeds community.
28th June 2025
A bold, beautiful & boutique festival in the stunning grounds of Harewood House. A brand new Festival featuring the biggest names in house, disco, funk & soul in one of the most picturesque locations in the UK.
22nd June 2024
Let’s Rock Leeds returns to Temple Newsam with a fabulous line-up of artists to bring you the very best of the 80s, and an action packed day of general 80s madness, there is plenty to do for everyone at this Family Friendly Festival!
15th to 22nd June 2024
This is an international tennis tournament welcoming World class tennis players into Yorkshire for anyone to come and watch. The first Saturday is free entry for everyone.
22nd and 23rd June 2024
The first Comic Con Yorkshire will be an event to remember for comic, tv, and film culture fans across the globe as we bring you a phenomenal guest line-up. At the Yorkshire Event Centre, Harrogate.
21st to 23rd June 2024
VanLifeFest is a 3-day family focused Camper based event at Scampston Hall, near Malton, North Yorkshire.
We plan to showcase some of the best campers in the UK and bring you a unique weekend festival experience.
29th June 2025
Wallace and Gromit are visiting Whistlestop Valley for a Grand Day Out. There will be steam trains, family fun and appearances from the duo.
20th to 23rd June 2023
the Diesel Gala brings back memories of these heritage machines that worked right from the end of steam up until recent memory
27th June 2025
Bringing you the very best Tribute acts to Harewood House for a huge Friday evening open air concert! Featuring some of the UK’s best tributes.
16th to 24th June 2024
Short walks, longer hikes, specialist activities and history talks centred around the Wolds Way.
14th to 22nd June 2024
Migration Matters Festival is a 9-day annual celebration of sanctuary, cultural identity and migration in Sheffield.
13th January to 7th July 2024
At the beginning of the global COVID-19 pandemic, artist Phlegm started to document his observations of daily life in lockdown in the form of an ongoing series of artworks.
22nd and 23rd June 2024
Experience the sights and sounds of a busy Medieval kitchen responsible for feeding the garrison, see the work of the tradespeople who kept the castle running day in day out and learn how you would fight and survive as a common soldier during the Wars of the Roses.
23rd June 2024
Vintage and wartime vehicles, music and dancing, food court, re-enactors and more.
20th June 2024
Held at Zebedee's Yard from 4pm to 9pm, come along and enjoy a rnage of hot food, drinks and snacks from around the global in a outdoor convivial atmosphere.
4th May to 14th July 2024
Experience the 59th Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition, exceptional images which capture fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular species and the breathtaking diversity of the natural world.
18th May to 1st September 2024
Come face-to-face with some of the most famous people from the worlds of art, fashion, music and stage. Self Made is an exhibition of portraits of cultural icons from different generations and backgrounds, by Scarborough-born photographer Derrick Santini.
At Scarborough Art Gallery.
23rd June 2024
Superhero family fun with a superhero meet and greet, heroic crafts, Superhero quest and of course all the fun of the farm.
21st and 22nd June 2024
Back for a fourth year, Bands In'T Barn is a local music festival with local musicians, held near Holmfirth. Bands, food, drink, kids activities and more.
8th June to 13th July 2024
Opening on 8th June with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Harrogate Music Festival brings a rich and varied classical, choral and chamber programme to the heart of Yorkshire.
22nd to 29th June 2024
Bradfield Festival of Music, held at St Nicholas Church, High Bradfield just outside Sheffield. A week of glorious music in a magical setting featuring the finest international and local artists.
19th May to 7th July 2024
Exhibition is held at Nunnington Hall. The British Wildlife Photography Awards celebrates the diversity of British wildlife and wild spaces through a collection of inspirational photographs and films.
24th Feb to 23rd June 2024
Fragile Microbiomes, an exhibition by internationally renowned British artist Anna Dumitriu, exploring our relationship to the complex ecosystem of microbes that live in us and around us.
25th May to 30th June 2024
Crack the code to find your way around the gardens, you could even race your friends! Who will be the first to find the final location? This clue solving trail is fun for all the family; with riddles to crack for older children and adults, and an eye spy activity for younger explorers.
10th May to 8th September 2024
Monet’s ‘The Water-Lily Pond’ will be the central feature of a major new exhibition at York Art Gallery to mark the 200th anniversary of the National Gallery.
24th May to 15th September 2024
Magnificent dresses and exquisite suits, classic literature, unforgettable period drama. From The Duchess to The Danish Girl, enjoy a stunning display of period costume at Cannon Hall Museum.
21st to 30th June 2024
Scarborough Fringe will feature theatre, music, comedy, spoken word, children’s shows, and a variety of other events and performances. It is a sister festival to Scarborough Art.
15th June to 4th August 2024
Artwork of a wide range of media will be showcased from paintings and sculpture to photography and printmaking.
22nd June 2024
Find magical creatures on a tour wizard fans go Potty for! A magical and child friendly tour of the city.
14th to 22nd June 2024
Scalby Fair is a week long festival of entertainment and fun culminating in a large village street fair with over 50 stalls, music, dancing, and children specific attractions.
20th June 2024
Celebrate Summer Solstice with a fireside feast. Castle Howard’s Head Chef Nathan Richardson-Kelly has hand-crafted this fantastic menu, to be experienced by the fire on the longest day of the year.
22nd to 23rd June 2024
Hull's literature Festival for children, age 0 to 16. Poets, musicians, performers, authors and artists all celebrating the adventure of words.
Summer is here! Find out all the great events to enjoy in Yorkshire in July, a host of festivals, fetes and more. Summer Days Out in Yorkshire 2024.
Open Air Swimming Pools and Lidos in Yorkshire, great open air swimming and family day out venues for summer family fun.
19th June 2024
The Three Inch Fools present an essential guide on how to keep your head in the Tudor Court. Unexpectedly thrust into the limelight, young Henry navigates the ups and downs of courtly life, and all whilst fighting the French (again) and re-writing religion.
20th June 2024
Presented with lively original music and sparkling humour in delightful settings from picturesque gardens to sweeping country parks, Chapterhouse Theatre Company’s rollicking new adaptation of Beauty and the Beast is perfect for all the family!
22nd June 2024
What can you expect from a Duke's Theatre Company performance? The full text in all its glory; innovative production design to support the unparalleled energy of a wonderful cast; original music so that Shakespeare's songs are heard in a whole new way
23rd June 2024
Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s best-loved romantic comedy. Let yourself be whisked away on an enchanting journey to the most magical of forests and meet bewitched lovers, playful fairies, and hilarious travelling players.
22nd and 23rd June 2023
The Greatest Showman and Mamma Mia are coming to Beverley Racecourse. Open Air Cinema events are a fully immersive different way to watch your favourite movie.
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