Events Around York

Imagine the fascinating stories that our amazing museum objects would tell if they could speak - stories of the people, the places, and the events that have shaped Pontefract’s history. Visit us today and help our objects tell their tales! Drop-in Family Event.

Join us for a theatrical rendition of the town’s moment in the political spotlight for Potwallopers! The story of the world’s first secret ballot which took place here in Pontefract in 1872. Meet at Pontefract Museum. Drop-in Event. All Ages Welcome.

We have created some imaginary artefacts for our museum. See if you can spot the difference between real old artefacts and our pretend ones. Then create an imaginary artefact of your own to take home. Drop-in Family Event.

Discover some of the real people who have influenced Pontefract’s amazing history and the create an imaginary historical character of your own! Drop-in Family Event.

Our inaugural Family Brick Adventure is sure to be a wonderful experience for Lego fans young and old, with free tutorials from experts, exhibitions, competitions and much more!

Join us for the first ever Gentleman’s Evening at Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse. With superb prizes for the ’Best Turned Out’ Gentleman, courtesy of Slater Menswear, music from the ’Jailhouse Blues Brothers’ and lots of entertainment as well as a superb evening of racing action you...

Its the big one! The William Hill Great St Wilfrid Handicap at Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse. With £150k in prize money up for grabs on the day the action is fast and furious with some top sprinters contesting first prize!

Wetwang Garage Sales take place on Sunday 18th August starting at 8am until approx. 2pm The Village Hall is open from 8am for maps, drinks and bacon butties!

North Yorkshire’s No 1 Guitar Event for all levels of players from non-players, new to guitar or pro players, its for all !!!

This summer come and enjoy a royal family day out packed with regal entertainment. These action-packed summer days will include live combat demonstrations, dramatic performances, the opportunity to get your hands on history and a museum full of spectacular treasures to explore.

DISPLAYS, SHOWS, MUSIC, STALLS, THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE The Custom V Dub show is so much more than just cars. We make sure that we put on entertainment for all different ages and interests so that everyone can enjoy their time at the show.

Coming to Hilarity Bites at So! Bar & Eats in Ripon on August 6th 2019: Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat.

An exhibition curated by Sacha Llewellyn. This exhibition highlights the creative work of women artists active in the first half of the 20th century. Despite the inequality of opportunity for women artists to train, exhibit and sell their work in the early 20th century, many produced powerful work.

Located in the heart of Leeds city centre, this award winning public square is situated in front of Leeds Civic Hall and is surrounded by iconic buildings. It will make the prefect backdrop for a night of cinema under the stars. Please note this venue is fully hardstanding.

Located in the heart of Leeds city centre, this award winning public square is situated in front of Leeds Civic Hall and is surrounded by iconic buildings. It will make the prefect backdrop for a night of cinema under the stars. Please note this venue is fully hardstanding.

Located in the heart of Leeds city centre, this award winning public square is situated in front of Leeds Civic Hall and is surrounded by iconic buildings. It will make the prefect backdrop for a night of cinema under the stars. Please note this venue is fully hardstanding.

Every Month from April to September we will be holding a car boot sale. It’s free to look around & purchase loads of lovely goodies. Cars & vans that want to sell are £10 each. 9am for cars to arrive, opens to the public at 10am

A tale of two parts, delve deeper into this World Heritage Site on a guided tour. Any questions' 3-4pm Abbey cloister If you dont fancy a tour but have something youd like to ask, visit one of our guides as you explore the estate.

Ask one of our knowledgeable guides about the history of the abbey. If you’re not able to make one of the tours but still want to find out all about the abbey you can pop by the abbey cloister to ask one of our volunteers any questions you may have. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

A tale of two parts, delve deeper into this World Heritage Site on a guided tour. Any questions' 3-4pm Abbey cloister If you dont fancy a tour but have something youd like to ask, visit one of our guides as you explore the estate.

Ask one of our knowledgeable guides about the history of the abbey. If you’re not able to make one of the tours but still want to find out all about the abbey you can pop by the abbey cloister to ask one of our volunteers any questions you may have. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

Hillside garden, walled rose garden and herbaceous borders with delphiniums, roses, verbascums in June and July. Views over peaceful valley in N Yorks Moors.

Leicester Tigers are serious about having FUN and we’re excited to introduce our full range of Leicester Tigers Rugby Camps. Here at Leicester Tigers we are all about increasing kids’ activity and participation in sports.