Pickering 1940s Weekend

Pickering’s beloved 1940s Weekend returns this October, transforming the charming North Yorkshire market town into a living tribute to civilian life during WWII. visitors can immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of the era with live swing music, vintage fashion, and historic vehicles lining the streets.

All Weekend events (from 10am):

- Live acts in the pubs

- Vintage Emporium

- 'Pickering at War' Exhibition at the Beck Isle Museum

- Live Performances at the Kirk Theatre

- Military Vehicle Display at Pickering Castle

- Barry noble as Winston Churchill

- North York Moors Railway trains running all weekend

EDEN CAMP Event Line-up:

Saturday 10th October

- Kyle Evans as George Formby

- Karen Colin

- Don Gentile

- Hattie Bee

- Saturday Evening Dance

Sunday 11th October

- Kyle Evans as George Formby

- Karen Colin

- Don Gentile

- Hattie Bee

PICKERING Event Line-up:

Friday 9th October

- Victory Ball at GALTRES featuring The Lahdidahs

Saturday 10th October

- The Lahdidahs

- Johnny Victory

- 1940s Wedding

- March of the Evacuees

- Grand Old Dukes of Jazz

- 1940s Quiz

Sunday 11th October

- Marine Mae

- Johnny Victory

- DJ Murray Rose

- DJ Paddy O’Kaye

- Stape Silver Band

- Tuneless Choir

Transport Details:

PARK & RIDE at Galtres

FREE Shuttle bus between Pickering, Eden Camp and Galtres on Saturday and Sunday.

Whether you're a history buff or simply love vintage charm, this weekend promises joy, resilience, and a true sense of community. Dress up, dance along, and relive the spirit of the 1940s!

Image credit: Tim Bruce Photography