summer events in Yorkshire
- holidays
- seasons
Make the most of the summer months in Yorkshire this year with these events.
We’ve done the research for you and put together this handy list with a range of different events that are on during the summer. Whether you are visiting the area on holiday or you live locally this list will be useful for you. From events perfect for families to groups of friends and everything in between. Have a read and see which take your fancy.
York Georgian Festival
where? York, Yorkshire
closest resort? Kilnwick Percy
when? 7th August – 11th August
time? 10am – 7pm
how much? adults £6.50, children £3.50
other info:
- returning for a third year
- within the city’s loved museums
- historical experts and family friendly events
Outdoor Cinema at Castle Howard
where? Castle Howard, York, YO60 7DA
closest resort? Kilnwick Percy
when? 25th July – 27th July
time? various times
how much? tickets from £26
other info:
- unique experience for all
- various showings
- within the Castle Howard grounds
York Proms Picnic Concert
where? Museum Gardens, Museum St, York, YO1 7FR
closest resort? Kilnwick Percy
when? 27th July
time? 5pm – 10.30pm
how much? adults from £40, children from £16
other info:
- night of orchestral music and soloists
- pack a picnic and bring chairs
- fireworks at the end of the evening
The Whitby Beer Festival
where? The Whitby Mission & Seafarers Centre, Haggersgate House, Haggersgate, Whitby, YO21 3PP
closest resort? Kilnwick Percy
when? 3rd July – 4th July
time? 12pm – 10pm
how much? tickets £5
other info:
- 30 of the very best artisan ales, beers and ciders
- all from award-winning local and regional brewers
- unique experience perfect for beer lovers
Great Yorkshire Show
where? Regional Agricultural Centre, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, HG2 8NZ
closest resort? Kilnwick Percy
when? 8th July – 11th July
time? 8am – 6pm
how much? adults £36.50, children £15
other info:
- celebrating agriculture, farming, food and countryside
- best in British livestock competing
- unique show for all the family
Yorkshire Dales Food & Drink Festival
where? Aireville Park, Skipton, BD23 1UD
closest resort? Kilnwick Percy
when? 18th July – 20th July
time? 9am – 10.45pm
how much? day tickets from £25.55
other info:
- The UK’s biggest food and drink festival
- Cookery classes for all ages
- Live bands, DJ’s & more

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