York Walls Festival
York Walls York, United Kingdom10 Aug 2019 & 11 Aug 2019 The second York Walls Festival takes place on Sat 10th & Sun 11th August 2019. Come and learn more about the York City...
10 Aug 2019 & 11 Aug 2019 The second York Walls Festival takes place on Sat 10th & Sun 11th August 2019. Come and learn more about the York City...
To celebrate its 275th birthday, York Theatre Royal is throwing open its doors for a weekend of family fun and frivolity this weekend. From Friday 9th to Sunday 11th, the...
These sessions give children with hearing and/or sight sensory loss, a safe and peaceful surrounding to appreciate many sounds, smells and sights and to be able to interact with the...
Drop in for lots of Space Chase crafts and stories. Meet the fire service, see a fire engine and learn all about their work. Suitable for all ages, free of...
The York Walls Festival is a fun, free, family friendly event to showcase York's heritage. We have a free BBQ, River Foss activities, make a tile workshops, story writing activities,...
Paper Play on Saturday York Art Gallery, Artists garden Saturday 10, 17, 24 and 31 of August 10:30am -1pm and 2pm-4pm Explore the ideas behind Michael Lyons’ sculptures with support...
ADOLESCENT: York's biggest and best music festival is back with a vengeance... we have gone big with more Acts/Stalls/Bars/Food and Attractions for all the family. With the festival being family...
Free family fun day in aid of St Leonards Hospice. We have a BBQ, face painting, hook a duck and special guest... Rapunzel! Come down and join in the fun!...
Our annual family fun day has a new date due to being let down by the animal experience. There is now going to be amazing live entertainment from Bubbles who...
Our annual family fun day has a new date due to being let down by the animal experience. There is now going to be amazing live entertainment from Bubbles who...
Paper Play on Saturday York Art Gallery, Artists garden Saturday 10, 17, 24 and 31 of August 10:30am -1pm and 2pm-4pm Explore the ideas behind Michael Lyons’ sculptures with support...
Trying for a more environmentally friendly lifestyle but feeling a bit lost? You’re not alone! Join us for this free family-friendly event, showcasing fun activities, simple solutions and inspiring ideas. Our...
Every Monday in August (12th, 19th, 26th) Morning session 10am-12noon afternoon 1pm-3pm Just Turn Up Free T: 07497000889 TAPTY'S is running free creative play and art sessions for children and...
Event Title: Phonics taster session Event Location: Clifton Explore Library Rawcliffe Lane, York YO30 5SJ 01904 552662 Clifton@exploreyork.org.uk Date: Monday 12th August Time: 11-11.30am Description: Zip Zap Zing it’s a...
Countryfile Live is heading to Yorkshire! Making its official Northern debut, Countryfile Live is setting up home in the stunning grounds of Castle Howard from 15th - 18th August 2019....
Little Stars Big Summer Party on Saturday, 17th August, 10am-1pm @ The Riverside Centre. For children aged 0-4 but older siblings welcome. We have a great day planned, including a...
Dunnington Village Show was established in 1904. Classes include – flowers, photography, fruit, home baking, ,vegetables, wine, handicraft, scarecrow, art, preserves and children’s classes. Schedule available on website. 50p per entry. Dunnington...
Br Guy will discuss being a planetary scientist at the Vatican, how he collects meteorites in Rome and his his work in Arizona using the Vatican telescope. Brother Guy Consolmagno...
We will be welcoming majestic Birds of Prey on Bank Holiday Monday, 26th August. Meet a variety of these beautiful birds, and even handle them with the assistance of trained...
In addition to our usual main attractions such as the Enchanted Forest, Giant Maze and all of the magic they hold within, we also have the following special events, exclusive...
Join us for scarecrow fun on 25th & 26th August! This year the theme is Fairy Tales, Folklore & Fables. Buy your trail maps for just £2 between 9:30am –...
Ravin’ Rascals is the new family-friendly event hitting York this August, providing the ultimate rave experience for children and parents alike! With a professional DJ, bubble machines, club visuals, face painting,...
For our Bank Holiday Family Fun day you can expect lots of FREE fun for the Children in our Course Enclosure including: Balloon Modelling Cup and Saucer Ride Barrel Train...
26th Aug 2019 Planning is underway for one of Yorks biggest events the Micklegate Run Soapbox Challenge 2018 was such a brilliant day we thought we would do it all...
ROLL UP and join Hetty on her escape from the Foundling Hospital. TREMBLE as she faces Matron Stinkingly Bottomly. THRILL as she discovers the squirrel house and Tanglefield’s Travelling Circus....
A free taster session (no pre-booking required) of our Phonics Stars York class, come and find out what our classes are all about and how they benefit both children and...
Jobs and professions... Tombola, refreshments and trail maps available on the day at the Community Centre.
The 2019 scarecrow festival will take place over the weekend of 31st Aug / 1st Sept. The theme this year is 'Everything Disney'. We hope to see lots of Disney...
Catherine Jacob, author of There's a Troll on My Toilet, is coming to Waterstones, York this Saturday! She’ll be doing interactive readings of There’s a Troll on My Toilet with...
BBQ, Beach Games, Music, Bar and Family Fun Bring your own food
Calling all pooches… grab your leads, drag along your owners and join us for ‘Paws for a Cause’ – our annual sponsored dog walk! You’ll receive a certificate for your...
A day-long celebration of all things cycling - lots of fun for people of all ages and levels of cycling ability.
Come along to this free festival to find: Minster FM Stage Savage Skills BMX Team The Cycle Airbag Police Bike Marking (free service) KMX Karts Junior Track Smoothie Maker Bike...
#FossFest19 is a unique way to experience York city life and enjoy Fossgate’s unqiue independent offerings in a family-friendly, continental-style street atmosphere. Relax in one of the street’s cafes or...
*** Tickets sell fast, don’t miss out! *** Tickets for our unique Christmas experience with Magical Sleigh Rides go on sale on 6th September! Taking place every day from 23rd...
We run train themed events and private parties for children. We will the room with lots of train track, trains, fancy dress, crafts, ride on trains, pop up tent and...
An event just for parents...time for yourself to relax ...experience ‘Just Relax’ for adults. Also to gain some ideas and tips of how to incorporate Relax Kids into the home....
The natural rhythm of a raceday allows plenty of time to get something to eat and drink as well as providing room for quality time with the family. A wide...
Magic Voices is a recently formed mixed choir of around 40 members who rehearse every week in York, and love singing a wide variety of pop music and musical theatre,...
A FREE workshop provided by the Royal Lifesaving Society, in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, which aims to give those attending the confidence to cope in the unlikely event of...
Shrek the Musical Grand Opera House York It’s a big, bright, beautiful world as Shrek the Musical arrives in York for the first time ever. 12/09, 13/09, 14/09 (& matinee),...
Heritage Open Days are taking place from 13th to the 22nd of September 2019. Different venues are opening different days so be sure to double check the dates as you...
Happy Jays York - Picnic In The Park We will be holding a picnic in the park, on Saturday 14th September at Rawcliffe Country Park. Everybody is welcome to come...
Annual fundraising Fun Day in memory of Philip Curtis. There will be: Rounders tournament, Tug of war, Cupcake decorating competitions, Pre-loved clothing stall, Tea, coffee and cake, BBQ, Various craft stalls, Bookstall, Tuck shop & more... This year we are...
Fantastic family day out. 10 real ales, 10 specialist gins, Pimms and soft drinks. Face painting, BBQ, live music and much more! Prebook tickets: £8 Aldwark Arms, Aldwark, York, YO61...
This workshop is delivered FREE by the Royal Lifesaving Society community instructors. Their aim is to give those attending the confidence and practical skills needed to cope in the unlikely...
Advertising Feature Thursday 19th – Sunday 22nd September 2019 7pm – 9.30pm For four nights only see Rievaulx Abbey in a whole new light as it’s flooded in bright, atmospheric...
This 2 hour first aid course is aimed at parents, carers, grandmas, grandads, aunts, uncles and anyone else who may be in charge of a mini person (newborn- 8 years...
We’re delighted to be hosting our very first music festival, MindFest York, in September 2019! The festival, kindly supported by York Food & Drink Festival, happens between 5pm-9pm across 7...
York’s Monks Cross Shopping Park will be hosting a fun-filled yet informative Emergency Services Day on Saturday 21st September, set to entertain children and families. The Emergency Services day will...
An action packed family day out celebrating the work of the many Emergency Services across the UK. Last year’s 999 Emergency Day was a huge success, with a diverse range...
Family fun day for st Leonard's hospice. With cake, food, sweets, animals, bouncy castle, rides, entertainment, tombola, raffle, hook a duck, lots of handmade stalls and much much more. £1...
At Ravin' Rascals, a white Christmas is guaranteed! York’s favourite rave-themed family disco is returning to The Crescent on Sunday the 8th of December for an afternoon of energetic...
A FREE to attend (donations to the RLSS welcome but no obligation) workshop which is presented in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The aim is to give those who attend...
Kyra are running a series of events for young women aged 17-25. These activities are all free and you can try as many as you like. Following the 3 tasters...
As the seasons begin to change and we slip slowly from the heat and hustle of summer to the cool, golden light of autumn, come and join us as...
This beautiful warming wintery tale brings the story of a bother of a boy, a mithered mother and a grand old brass band of a granddad. All set in the...
Fancy escaping from the rain? Join us for ‘Free Friday’ and experience a Magical Adventures class to Dragon Island free of charge! This Friday 27th September we will be hatching...
York Balloon Fiesta returns for 2019 with the biggest hot air balloon festival York has ever seen. This free festival brings a weekend of hot air balloons, children’s entertainment, live...
