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What’s On This Weekend
Discover events happening this weekend in Knaresborough, Ripon, Thirsk, Easingwold, Masham, Boroughbridge, Bedale and North Yorkshire with our useful event directory.
Planning your weekend in North Yorkshire has never been easier than with our comprehensive what’s on this weekend guide for events across Ripon, Boroughbridge, Thirsk, Easingwold, Knaresborough, Bedale, Leyburn, Wetherby, and beyond. Ensure you never miss out on the exciting happenings in your local area by bookmarking this page and checking back regularly for updated weekend event listings, last-minute additions, and special seasonal celebrations that make North Yorkshire such a wonderful place to live and visit.
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What’s On This Week
Your Weekly Guide to North Yorkshire Events
What to always know ‘what’s on near me?’ Bookmark this page to stay up-to-date with whats on this week near you.
Stay connected with everything happening across North Yorkshire this week with our weekly events guide that brings you the latest entertainment, cultural experiences, community gatherings, and family activities across Ripon, Thirsk, Knaresborough, Easingwold, Wetherby, Boroughbridge, Bedale, and Leyburn. Whether you’re planning weeknight entertainment, searching for midweek activities, or looking ahead to the weekend, our curated listings ensure you’re always in the know about live music, theatre performances, exhibitions, workshops, markets, sports events, and community celebrations.
Luminescence – A Winter Light Trail
Swinton Estate, Masham
An illuminated woodland experience with magical trails, sculptures and light installations for all ages.
Half Price Entry at Thorp Perrow
Thorp Perrow, Bedale
Visit the arboretum in all its wintery glory, meet the animals, watch the birds of prey demonstrations, and enjoy food and drinks in the delightful cafe.
Land of Lights Lantern Festival
Gullivers Rother Valley (near Sheffield)
Spectacular lantern display and illuminated trail transforming the valley into a colourful world of light and creativity.
Quiz Night at The Black Lion
The Black Lion, Skelton-on-Ure
Let’s get quizzical! A fun evening quiz night at the newly-renovated village pub. Grab a team together, socialise and sample the January drinks, snack and food menu.
Local History Talk: Roman Yorkshire
Easingwold Town Hall
An illustrated talk exploring Roman history and archaeology across North Yorkshire.
Cork and Cask Night at The Black Lion
The Black Lion, Skelton-on-Ure
From 4pm every Thursday, you can get 20% off all wines plus cask ales at just £3.80 a pint. Cask of the Week is Theakston’s Best Bitter.
York Ghost Tour by Lantern Light
City Centre, York
A guided evening walk uncovering York’s darker history, legends and ghostly tales.
Acoustic Night
The Golden Lion, Northallerton
A relaxed evening of acoustic music featuring local performers and guest musicians.
Friday Night Live Music
The Crown Hotel, Boroughbridge
Kick off the weekend with live music and a welcoming atmosphere in the heart of town.
Ripon Medley Coworking
The Ripon Inn
Instead of working from home, meet local, friendly business people over coffee. Bring your laptop and work with us from 9.30 am – 5.30 pm. £7.50 ticket includes a free hot drink and utilities.
A Taste of Art: Mixed Media Journalling
The Courthouse
A relaxed mixed media journalling workshop suitable for all abilities, with all materials provided.
Romanby Jazz & Cabaret Club
Romanby Golf & Country Club
An afternoon of swing, jazz and classic entertainment with live performers.
Burns Night Celebration
The Grantham Arms, Boroughbridge
Celebrate Burns Night with classic Scottish food and drink specials.
Sunday Afternoon Cinema
Ritz Cinema, Thirsk
Enjoy a relaxed Sunday afternoon film screening at the local independent cinema.
Burns Night Supper
Local venues across Harrogate
Traditional Burns Night celebrations with Scottish food, poetry and whisky.
Winter Wellness Yoga
Village Hall, Boston Spa
A calming evening yoga session focused on relaxation, balance and winter wellbeing.
An Evening Talk: Life in the Dales
Leyburn Methodist Hall
An illustrated local history talk exploring rural life in the Yorkshire Dales.
Live Band Night
Blues Bar, Harrogate
A lively evening of live music featuring local and touring bands.
Knaresborough Artisan Market
Knaresborough Castle and Museum
A free artisan market showcasing independent local makers in the castle grounds.
Guns ’n’ Yorkshire Roses
Park Place Social Club, Knaresborough
The UK’s leading Guns N’ Roses tribute band brings classic rock anthems to town.
The Great Pretenders – A Tribute to Queen
Starbeck Conservative Club
A high-energy Queen tribute night packed with iconic hits and live performance.
Festal Eucharist and Procession for Candlemas
Ripon Cathedral
The annual Candlemas service celebrating light, tradition and choral worship.
Sunday Winter Walk
Meet at Market Place, Masham
A gentle guided winter walk exploring the countryside around Masham.
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What’s On This January
Discover events happening this month in Knaresborough, Ripon, Thirsk, Easingwold, Masham, Boroughbridge, Bedale and North Yorkshire with our useful event directory.
Looking for what’s on near me this January? Our monthly guide brings together the latest January activities and events near you, making it easy to discover what’s happening across North Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. From Ripon and Boroughbridge to Thirsk, Knaresborough, Bedale, Leyburn, Easingwold and beyond, you’ll find a wide range of events in January, from live entertainment and community gatherings to family-friendly activities and seasonal experiences.
Whether you’re searching for what’s on this month, planning weekends ahead or simply looking for inspiration close to home, this page is your go-to source for what’s on near me in January. Bookmark this guide and check back regularly for updated listings, newly added events and local highlights happening throughout the month.
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Get ready for an exciting lineup of events happening next month, inclduing concerts, festivals, and local activities you won’t want to miss. Explore our event guide to plan ahead and make the most of the upcoming month’s entertainment and experiences. Embrace the season with markets, activities, experiences, trails, and seasonal celebrations across North Yorkshire