When is Yorkshire Day 2026?

Yorkshire Day is celebrated every year on the 1st of August. In 2026, Yorkshire Day falls on a Saturday, making it the perfect opportunity for weekend family days out, local festivals, and community celebrations across the region.

What kind of events happen on Yorkshire Day?

Celebrations vary across East, North, South, and West Yorkshire. Typical events include traditional civic parades featuring local mayors, bustling artisan makers' markets, family fun days at historic houses, live music, folk dancing, and local food festivals showcasing the region's best produce.

Are there free family activities on Yorkshire Day?

Yes, many local councils, parks, and museums host free public events on August 1st. These often feature children's craft workshops, outdoor games, and live entertainment that are completely free to attend.

Yorkshire Day 2026 Events: Things to Do in Yorkshire

Yorkshire Day: Where To Celebrate

Yorkshire Day Events

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Yorkshire Day Celebrations

Skipton, North Yorkshire

1st August 2026
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Yorkshire Day Market

York, North Yorkshire

1st August 2026
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Yorkshire Day Celebrationsl

Goole, East Yorkshire

1st August 2026
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Yorkshire Day Run

Roundhay Park, Leeds, West Yorkshire

1st August 2026
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Family
Yorkshire Day Festival

Carlton Towers, North Yorkshire

1st August 2026
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Food, Festival
St Wilfrid's Procession

Ripon, North Yorkshire

1st August 2026
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Transport Festival
Whitby Traction Engine Rally

Whitby, Yokshire Coast

31st July to 2nd August 2026
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Country Show
Emley Show

West Yorkshire

1st August 2026
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Family,
Aston Carnival

Aston, South Yorkshire

1st August 2026
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Family
Gimme Golfest

Rudding Park, North Yorkshire

1st August 2026
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Family
Yorkshire Day Gala

National Coal Mining Museum, West Yorkshire

1st August 2026
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Free, Outdoor
Seaside Fun Zone & Yorkshire Day Celebrations

York, North Yorkshire

30th July to 2nd August 2026

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Music
Humber Street Sesh

Hull, East Yorkshire

1st August 2026

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