Get into the Festival Spirit

North Yorkshire is home to some amazing festivals taking place throughout the year across the county.

Music fans can experience live music festivals jammed packed with performances by rock, pop, jazz and classical acts, with venues ranging from intimate indoor theatres and candlelit performances to outside venues that give serious Glasto vibes.

Literature festivals are a must for book lovers. These events cover many genres including crime, historical and female literature. Festival goers can meet and listen to well-known authors, join in the conversation and meet like-minded fans.

Visit garden festivals, perfect for our green-fingered visitors and see unique countryside events like scarecrow festivals and there’s even a flowerpot festival!

Food is an important part of North Yorkshire life and there are many food festivals that take place across the county. This is your chance to meet passionate local producers, try some amazing local food and take some foodie treats home with you. Your thirst is also catered for with beer, gin and wine festivals.

Get belly laughs at comedy festivals that attract big names on the comedy circuit, watch Shakespeare performed in beautiful gardens and outdoor settings and enjoy seasonally themed festivals at Christmas, Easter and during the summertime.

Fill up your festival calendar by browsing our events below.