Zombies in York – York Festival of Ideas
York Explore Library Library Square, Museum Street, York
Free
Join us at the new Viking: Rediscover the Legend exhibition for a day of Viking sagas, written and delivered by University of York students. Drop in and listen to imaginative and inspiring stories about Jorvik – Viking York – and allow yourself to become immersed in our dedicated, atmospheric space. Especially suitable for children aged...
The North Lawn is the perfect showcase for the hundreds of classic cars, vintage vehicles and modern motors, with a fantastic view of the Great Lake and North York Moors beyond. A programme of family entertainment takes places in the display arena on the South Event Field, which is just a short walk from the...
Zombies have taken over York and brought the city to a standstill! But we were quick enough to catch one. Come along and get involved as University of York scientists dissect the captured zombie in front of a live audience. Will you be able to save York by working out how the disease started? An...
FREE WILD HARVEST OPEN DAY! Visit Wild Harvest at Boundary Farm, Langrickgate Lane between Melbourne and East Cottingwith, YO424TA on Thursday 15th June between 3pm - 7pm! Free drop-in afternoon - visit our little sustainable education venue, sample herb teas from the garden, have a go at rural crafts, ask about Permaculture and making things...
By popular request, the Crafternoon is back!! Bring your crafty project, sit and knit, sew, draw, paint, cut, stick, whatever's your thing. Relax and chat with like-minded people and enjoy a slice of cake! If you have little ones, bring them along to our safe, 'free-range' play area suitable for premobile to preschool. Why not...
Toddler Time at City Screen For preschool children and their parents and carers. Tickets are £3 for children, free for accompanying adults. No adult unaccompanied by a toddler will be admitted. Our favourite little green tractor, Tractor Ted, is back on the big screen! Star of over 20 DVDs and appearing in millions of homes...
Come along to Sherburn & Villages Community Library and create some beautiful Venetian Masks, for you to take home and decorate your bedroom. There will be loads of crafting materials for you to choose from, so you can really let your imagination run wild! This is a perfect event for families and children aged 5-12,...
FREE ENTRY for Dads 17th & 18th June FREE Entry for Dads We think dads are heroes, and we want to celebrate that with them! So we’re giving free entry to all dads (with a full paying child) on 17th and 18th June for Father’s Day. Whether you’re a dad or a grandad, let us help...
Brodsworth Hall & Gardens are proud to be hosting a Great Get Together in honour of Jo Cox. The aim of The Great Get Together is to unite communities and encourage neighbours to share food. Everyone is welcome to our celebration of the things that we all hold in common, with a full day of...
Come and join us for a day of fun and frolics: Face painting, BBQ, Greasy Pole, Coconut Shy, Cake Stall, Refreshments tent, White Elephant, Plant Stall, Bouncy Castle and much, much more. Everyone Welcome!
Kids' Club: Exclusively for children and their parents or carers. For children aged three to 12. Tickets for children and accompanying adults are £2.00 each. No adult unaccompanied by a child will be admitted. Activities start at 10:30 Films start at 11:15 Tickets are £2 each https://www.picturehouses.com/cinema/York_Picturehouse 0871 902 5726
Ever wondered what happens to rubbish? Is it worth your effort to recycle? Find out at a day of activities for all ages redefining what waste is and what to do with it. Explore an interactive display The Story of ‘Waste’, enjoy a tasty meal made from would-be-waste food, learn how to compost or bring...
Family event for all. A full programme for the afternoon including Robert Wilkinson school choir, Zumba demonstration, Climbing wall, bouncy castle, Moo Music workshops, Fire engine, craft stalls, face painting, henna, charity stalls, refreshments and much more. Bring a blanket and stay for the afternoon. Strensall Village Hall & Playing field
Beat the Goalie, Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Tombola, Gift stalls, BBQ, Ice creams, Cakes, Raffle, DJ, Fancy dress competition, Nail painting, Craft stalls, Books, Human Fruit Machine & lots more!
Calling all budding builders! Drop in and use our Lego to make your own ‘thing’. Take inspiration from historic treasures from the archives, including maps and images of York. What will you create? Suitable for children aged 2+. Free. No ticket required.
Activities include a prosecco bar, bouncy castle, welly wanging, raffles and BBQ plus other fun and games to make it a day for the whole family. The evening will then progress with a range of musicians and real ale / lager / cider all on tap. Entry is free.
Fun singing project for primary aged children. Sign up as soon as possible to receive a CD pack in the post. Then meet children from other schools to sing, perform and have fun together over three afternoons. Our next project is small animal themed (think songs about cats, dogs, mice, birds and frogs). Cost for...
It’s time to get creative! Find out about early printing and handwritten books, play games, then have a go at making a book of your own. Suitable for children aged 7+ accompanied by an adult. Sat 17 June, 2.30pm to 4pm York Explore Library Learning Centre, Museum Street Free tickets: Book your place through any...
We will have a good range of gardens open including some new ones on previous years - from small cottage gardens, gardens in development, to large established gardens set in beautiful countryside. As the day is Father's Day, we will have much to offer for a good day out. There will be many activities for...
Bring dad along to a day of relaxing. Grab the Sunday papers, enjoy a gin and tonic on the terrace, a game of tennis in the garden or stretch your mind with chess in the drawing room.
This Father's Day, treat Dad to a special day out at Brodsworth Hall, where a beautiful collection of classic cars will be on display. Dads and car enthusiasts alike can learn about the various makes and models on display, with a chance to get insider knowledge from their owners too. Treat that someone special to...
Bring Dad to Beningbrough this Father’s Day. We have laid on all your entertainment and culinary needs. The Harrogate and York Scout and Guide groups will be performing their famous Gang Shows during the day. Each show will feature an entertaining selection of songs, sketches and dances. And between skits, the Selby Scout and Guide...
We have a challenge for all Dads out there. Dare your Dad to mow the straightest line across the beautiful lawn in front of Treasurer’s House. No wiggly lines allowed and delicious croque monsieurs for the lawn mowing champions. There’s a lot at stake. Join the competition at various points throughout Sunday 18 June from...
Our annual Wildlife Day will be back on Sunday 18th June at 11:00. Every year Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens hosts a wildlife day to enthuse people about the wildlife in their gardens and provide them with practical tips on how to share even the smallest of spaces with animals, birds and insects. The day is a...
Annual 1940s open event, vintage sellers, WW2 vehicles, music in the bandstand all day, food trailers, bar and much much more
Charity Stalls, rides and slides, Zoot, Donkey Rides, Dog Show and entertainment in the main hall from Abbey Belles Choir from 12 Noon - 4.00pm. Land train also running (ROUTE - It will set off from the Community Centre, travel along Gowthorpe, turn down New Lane, stop outside the Market Cross so people can walk...
Three brass and silver bands will be performing in Selby Park Bandstand from 12 noon. There is seating available, the event is FREE. Refreshments will be served from the Pavilion.
We're very happy to announce, The Acomb Collective will be hosting a GREAT GET TOGETHER on Acomb Green on 18th June! The Acomb Collective are organising a family picnic on Father's Day as part of the national campaign 'The Great Together' in memory of Jo Cox. Who's first inspirational speech to parliament included the quote:...
Spend the afternoon celebrating Father’s day in the Nunnington garden with the whole family and a tasty BBQ. From sausages and burgers, to scrumptious vegetarian options, there’ll be something for everyone to enjoy. So bring along your camping chairs and picnic blankets and get ready to kick back and relax from 12pm with live music...
Live Pop Concert with 7 bands from 12.30pm - 8.00pm, refreshments available throughout the day. https://www.facebook.com/groups/163557347086735/
Please come and join us on Sunday 18th of June at 1pm for a spectacular day and evening of fun events at The Bubwith Leisure Centre to support Bubwith Under 5's. There will be bouncy castles, face painters, games, races, ice cream, a raffle, auction, children's talent show from 5pm, stalls, demonstrations (arts and crafts),...
Free Tea Dance with GI Jive providing the music and entertainment, great event for all the family whether you dance or just love the 40/50's music. Refreshments available and the proceeds to go to Age UK Selby District.
"We are far more united and have far more in common than that which divides us." Jo Cox's words from her maiden speech to Parliament have inspired a movement up and down the country. Jo's family, friends and supporters have launched The Great Get-Together, encouraging us to share time with our neighbours and communities and...
