The weekend is coming!
There’s an Oktoberfest celebration at Spark York, the horror-themed Dead Northern Film Festival returns, train enthusiasts will love NYMR’s Annual Steam Gala, David Walliams’ Awful Auntie is at the Grand Opera House, and there’s an Apple Throwing Championship at Newby Hall.
Take a look at our guide for a full run-down of what’s on.
What’s on in York this weekend, 27-29 September
Oktoberfest Weekend
Gather your friends, put on your lederhosen, and get ready to experience an unforgettable Oktoberfest celebration! We’re bringing you the best of Bavarian fun with a weekend filled with festive vibes and plenty of good times. With silent discos, beer tastings, games room and family fun.
- Spark York, 17-21 Piccadilly, York YO1 9PB
- Fri 27 – Sun 29 Sep
- 5-11pm
- More info
Dead Northern Horror Film Festival 2024
York’s scariest film festival is back! With three days of horror movies, events, q&a’s, parties, food & drink in the world’s most haunted city.
- City Screen Picturehouse, 13-17 Coney St, York YO1 9QL
- Fri 27 – Sun 29 Sep
- Various times
- More info
Annual Steam Gala
Enjoy our 2024 Annual Steam Gala as we showcase up to eleven magnificent locomotives in steam at the NYMR. Journey behind both our special guest locomotives and our fantastic home-fleet engines throughout the four-day event. Other activities at the stations include trade stalls, beer festival, and live music.
- North Yorkshire Moors Railway, YO18 7AJ
- Thu 26 – Sun 29 Sep
- 9am – 7pm
- More info
Awful Auntie
Following their acclaimed productions of Gangsta Granny, Billionaire Boy and Demon Dentist, Birmingham Stage Company are proud to present a fabulous new production of David Walliams’ amazing adventure, featuring a small ghost, a huge owl and a very awful Auntie!
- Grand Opera House York, Cumberland Street, York YO1 9SW
- Thu 26 – Sun 29 Sep
- Multiple times
- More info
Medieval Feast at Barley Hall
You are invited to attend a special Medieval-inspired dining experience at the historic Barley Hall. Step into our traditional candlelit banqueting hall and step back in time. The evening includes a three-course Medieval-inspired menu and live entertainment from professional actors who will delight you with stories of old.
- Barley Hall, 3 Coffee Yard, York, YO1 8AR
- Sat 28 Sep
- 7-10pm
- More info
York Food & Drink Festival
This weekend is your last chance to visit the York Food Festival for another year. Don’t miss all the culinary delights, street food, taste trails, exciting workshops, local chefs, live music and family fun. Check out our guide to 17 of the tastiest highlights of the festival here.
- Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square
- Fri 20 – Sun 29 Sep
- Multiple times
- More info
Apple Day & Apple Throwing Championships
Central to Apple Day is the hotly contested Apple Throwing Championships where whoever throws an Apple the furthest over the River Ure wins the prestigious title and trophy! There will also be apple pressing demonstrations, Cider tasting, a display of the many apple varieties grown in our orchards and advice on all things fruity from our expert friends at the Northern Fruit Group.
- Newby Hall, Ripon, HG4 5AE
- Sun 29 Sep
- 11:00am – 5:30pm
- More info
The Art of Wallpaper: Morris & Co.
A new exhibition at York At Gallery. Showcasing over 130 works from the archives of Morris & Co., the original home of the Arts & Crafts textile designer, William Morris, this inspirational exhibition will celebrate the designer, his work, influence and legacy in UK wallpaper innovation.
- York Art Gallery, Exhibition Square, York YO1 7EW
- Fri 27 Sep – Sun 23 Feb
- 10am – 5pm
- More info
The Crescent 9th Birthday Disco w/ Horse Meat Disco
Can you believe it’s been a whole 9 years since we took over this beautiful space! We’ve decided to invite back one of our favourite past guests to celebrate, Horse Meat Disco! A legendary queer night from London with over 20 years of parties to their name, playing all flavours of disco. Support comes from Crescent regulars, Jono, Alilou, Chompy Ras (Carlos) and a disco debut for Mike Jones.
- York Art Gallery, Exhibition Square, York YO1 7EW
- Sat 28 Sep
- 8pm
- More info
York Spectacular Shopping Event
There will be over 100 stalls in the Knavesmire Suite at York Racecourse with a huge selection of handcrafted artisan gifts and a selection of quality retail stalls.
- York Racecourse, York YO23 1EX
- Sat 28 – Sun 29 Sep
- 10am – 4:30pm
- More info
York 50+ Festival 2024
The York 50+ Festival is back for its 19th year, offering 118 diverse events organised by local enthusiastic individuals and groups. Events include talks, workshops, sport and leisure, walks and more.
- Various locations
- Sat 21 Sep – Sun 6 Oct
- Various times
- More info
Come What May
Experience a night of pure entertainment as we transport you to the dazzling world of the Moulin Rouge, starring AJ and Curtis Pritchard (Strictly Come Dancing, Dancing With The Stars, Love Island) and a cast of West End performers. This show features all your favourite hits from the iconic movie-musical, including Come What May, Your Song, and Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend. But that’s not all – timeless hits from other modern movie musicals will really get your feet moving.
- York Barbican, Paragon St, York, YO10 4AH
- Sun 29 Sep
- 7:30pm
- More info
Gothic Moth – Melancholy to Euphoria
The musical worlds of Classical, Gothic, and Opera have a lot in common, and this candlelit soiree in the beautiful York Cemetery Chapel will bring these similarities to life in awe-inspiring style.
- York Cemetery Chapel, The Gatehouse, 49 Cemetery Road, York YO10 5AJ
- Sat 28 Sep
- 7:30pm
- More info
York Kilo Sale
Discover a treasure trove of Designer and Highstreet brands. Top Brands – Napapijri, Dickies, North Face, Vans and more! Brand new with tags.
- The Hospitium, York, YO30 7DR
- Sat 28 Sep
- 10am – 4pm
- More info
Shipton Scarecrow Festival
The festival will include a scarecrow trail, unveiling of a new village noticeboard, raffle, cake stalls, ice creams, teas & coffees, lunches, games, crafts, tombola, and more. Proceeds will go to the Shipton Playground Fund.
- Shipton by Beningbrough
- Sun 29 Sep
- 11am – 3pm
- More info
The Bizarre Bazzar – Horror & Fantasy Market
As part of Dead Northerns Horror and Fantasy Film Festival at City Screen Picturehouse York, we are bringing the ‘BIZARRE BAZZAR’. A free entry Horror and Fantasy marketplace in the Basement dungeon of the City Screen cinema. Come explore our amazing vendors from horror apparel to tabletop gaming and all the strange things in between.
- City Screen, 13-17 Coney St, York YO1 9QL
- Sat 28 – Sun 29 Sep
- 12-6pm
- More info
Emergency Services Day at Yorkshire Air Museum
Our annual display of vehicles, equipment and personnel from across the emergency services. Normal ticketing applies.
- Yorkshire Air Museum, Halifax Way, Elvington, York YO41 4AU
- Sun 29 Sep
- 10am – 5pm
- More info
Scratch Night at Theatre@41
Partnering with Four Wheel Drive, Theatre@41 is delighted to present you with Test Drive Scratch Night in association with Junk Drawer Theatre Co; an exciting sharing for new short works in progress. A night that allows creatives to test drive new work with a live audience and gives the audience a sneak peek under the bonnet of the creative development process. We’re taking new ideas for a spin and we’d love you to come down and support, offer feedback and be a part of bringing new work to life!
- Theatre@41, 41 Monkgate, York, YO31 7PB
- Sat 28 Sep
- 7:30pm
- More info
Helperby Sports & Classics Car Show
The Helperby & Brafferton Sports Association would like to invite you along to their charity car show. The event is open to all classic cars and cars of interest. We would love you to come and either view or display your vehicle at our village show. Everyone welcome, refreshments available. Donations on the day to the Sports Association Charity to fund improvements to the pavilion building.
- Helperby Sports Association Field, York, YO61 2PT
- Sun 29 Sep
- 10am – 2pm
- More info
Act Now! For a Sustainable Acomb
Drop in and join local businesses, organisations and charities to explore how to live more sustainably in Acomb and West York. Discover sustainable living tips, eco-friendly products, and green initiatives. Engage with local experts, enjoy family-friendly activities, and explore a variety of booths showcasing renewable energy, zero-waste solutions, and organic gardening.
- Acomb Parish Church, 18A Front St, Acomb, York YO24 3BZ
- Sat 28 Sep
- 10am – 1pm
- More info
Autumn Flower Arranging Workshop
Brighten your home with an autumnal floral arrangement of your own creation! In this workshop, expert tutor Kay Ford will guide you in creating a beautiful seasonal flower arrangement using sustainable foam-free techniques. Flowers, containers, supporting materials, and refreshments are included in the ticket price but please bring your own scissors or secateurs.
- All Saints North Street, North Street, York YO1 6JD
- Sat 28 Sep
- 2-4pm
- More info
More Poetry by Candlelight
Join us for a delightful evening of poetry from the pulpit. Antony Dunn, Charlotte Shevchenko Knight and Robert Powell will share readings to be enjoyed by candlelight.
- Holy Trinity, Goodramgate, York YO1 7LF
- Sat 28 Sep
- 7-9pm
- More info