The weekend is calling!
This weekend, step inside buildings normally closed to the public with York Unlocked, the Malton Harvest Festival is here, there’s comedy at the Grand Opera House with Simon Brodkin, a Candlit Beatles concert in Selby, and much more.
What’s on in York this weekend, 4-6 October
York Unlocked
York Unlocked opens the most interesting and significant buildings in York to the public completely for free. It’s a weekend festival that allows residents and visitors to see York in a new way, and aims to educate and inspire a love of architecture. Take a look at the 51 buildings and places you can explore for free here >>
- Multiple locations
- Sat 5 – Sun 6 Oct
- Various times
- More info
Malton Harvest Food Lovers Festival
The Malton Harvest Food Lovers Festival is the Autumn version of the Food Lovers Festival, celebrating Yorkshire’s finest produce and cooking – expect a top event of chef demos, 100+ artisan food stalls, live music, talks, tastings and much more.
- Malton Market Place
- Sat 5 – Sun 6 Oct
- Various times
- More info
Simon Brodkin: Screwed Up
In Screwed Up, Simon rips into celebrity culture, social media, the police, Putin, Prince Andrew and God! Nothing is off limits in this critically acclaimed show, including his own mental health, his family, his five arrests and how he once found himself at an underground sex party.
- Grand Opera House, Cumberland Street, York YO1 9SW
- Sat 5 Oct
- 8pm
- More info
York Kidical Mass
This is a fun, family-friendly protest cycle ride that welcomes everyone to join and campaign for safer riding around York. Cargo bikes, decorated bikes, placards, flags, and speakers encouraged.
- Meet at Hungate Library Bellerby Court, Hungate, YO1 7AF
- Sun 6 Oct
- 10:30am
- More info
World Seniors Darts Tour Matchplay
York Barbican is once again set to host the World Seniors Matchplay – featuring some of the biggest stars in Darts.
- York Barbican, Paragon St, York, YO10 4AH
- Fri 4 – Sat 5 Oct
- 1pm & 7pm
- More info
Candlelit Beatles at Selby Abbey
Candlelit Beatles is back promising an unforgettable journey through the band’s greatest hits, accompanied by the mesmerising Ebor string quartet and later joined by the captivating vocals of singer Alistair Griffin. In the magical Selby Abbey immerse yourself in the legendary songs that defined a generation. From Shes Loves You to Eleanor Rigby, prepare to be transported through the timeless hits of The Beatles in a night of pure magic and nostalgia.
- Selby Abbey, Selby YO8 4PU
- Sat 5 Oct
- 7:30pm
- More info
Irie Vibes Sound System
Kick off Black History Month 2024 with us to celebrate our 70 Objeks and Tings exhibition with Museumand and Irie Soundsystem. Join us for a night of beats from Irie Vibes on our Victorian Street! This is part of our programme for Black History Month 2024, and along with DJ sets from Irie Vibes, you will get to see Museumand’s exhibition, 70 Objeks and Tings along with a welcome drink and Jamaican Patty.
- York Castle Museum, Eye of York, York, YO1 9RY
- Fri 4 Oct
- 5:30-9pm
- More info
Rachel Croft
Hailing from London, with deep roots in the City of York, Rachel’s thunderous and cinematic works have been synced on the BBC and Netflix, premiered in leading global outlets such as CMT, BBC Radio and Fresh On The Net, and featured as “Caffè Nero Artist of the Month” in February 2024 across 600+ UK locations. After relocating almost three years ago, Rachel returns to York for an explosive hometown show, backed with full band.
- The Crescent York, 8 The Crescent, York, YO24 1AW
- Sat 5 Oct
- 7:30pm
- More info
Queen by Candlelight
Featuring a cast of West End Singers accompanied by an epic live rock band, experience Queen as you have never heard them before! Featuring some of the most iconic songs of all time, including Bohemian Rhapsody, It’s a Kind of Magic, We Are The Champions, Who Wants to Live Forever and many more.
- Grand Opera House York, Cumberland Street, York YO1 9SW
- Fri 4 Oct
- 7:30pm
- More info
Frankenstein (On a Budget)
One man, one monster, one glorious dream to singlehandedly tell the most famous cult horror story of all time, and absolutely no budget whatsoever. What could possibly go wrong? Frankenstein (On a Budget) features one actor, some decidedly dodgy backdrops, lots of weather based puns, plenty of cardboard props and more hats than you can throw a stick at. Can our ill fated doctor build his monstrous creation, play 25 characters, sing a lot of songs, attempt accents from across the world, perform a dance routine, and ultimately save the day in just 60 minutes?
- Friargate Theatre, York, YO1 9SL
- Sat 5 Oct
- 7:30pm
- More info
Disguised To Survive
You may have heard of Bonfire Night and York’s links to the Gunpowder Plot, but how much do you know about the lives of local Catholics during this time? Discover more about the people linked to the Plot, how it impacted those who weren’t involved and explore the extraordinary lengths that Catholics went to in order to hide their religion from the authorities. Find the clues to uncover the ingenious ways Catholics continued to practice their religion & how this convent remained a secret for 300 years! From hiding holes, disguises & invisible ink, and objects concealed as everyday household items.
- The Bar Convent Heritage Centre, 17 Blossom Street, York, YO24 1AQ
- Sat 5 Oct – Sat 9 Nov
- 10am – 4pm
- More info
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club
A night of comedy at The Basement with Eddy Brimson, The Halls Of Ridiculous, John Scott, and Damion Larkin.
- The Basement, 13-17 Coney St York, York YO1 9QL
- Sat 5 Oct
- 8pm
- More info
Fire Up With Perform
Electrifying dances, stunning vocals and captivating acting scenes from York’s Perform with Emma Bassett’s talented cast in Fire Up With Perform. A fusion of dance acting and singing sensations for all the family to enjoy! A feel good show which will leave you dancing in your seats!
- Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Road, York, YO31 8TA
- Sat 5 Oct
- 3pm & 7pm
- More info
UK Fungi Day at Yorkshire Arboretum
The Yorkshire Arboretum is joining in with British Mycological Society celebrations for UK Fungi Day with a range of interactive learning and activities in the Tree Health Centre. Learn about what foods in your cupboard wouldn’t exist without fungi, take a look at fungi under the microscope, find out about fungal pathogens we are concerned about and discover how fungal networks support our trees in the arboretum.
- Yorkshire Arboretum, YO60 7BY
- Sat 5 Oct
- 10am – 4pm
- More info
William Morris Inspired Lino Printing
In this half-day workshop, we will take inspiration from the wallpaper designs of Morris & Co. Transform a hand-drawn design into a print and produce a limited edition mini print run of your own. We will produce imagery by hand carving soft-cut lino, before printing with water-based inks. All materials will be provided. No experience is necessary.
- York Art Gallery, Exhibition Square, York, YO1 7EW
- Sat 5 Oct
- 10am – 1pm
- More info