What's On in Harrogate
No matter what time of year you visit there will always be a long and varied answer to the question, “What’s on around Harrogate?”
Long established or newly founded
Some of the events that take place through the year have a long history dating back hundreds of years, while other newly created events celebrate hobbies or passion with a likeminded audience.
Harrogate International Festivals organise an eclectic calendar of music, literary and visual events throughout the year.
Heart of local tradition
Events that are part of the local heritage can give the best window into what makes a community tick, from agricultural shows to whacky events that bring the whole town out.
Your passions and interests
The events that take place across the area cater to every interest imaginable, whether your passion is gardening, food and drink, comedy, culture, live music, or history – you can be sure there will be something taking place that will be right up your street.
Explore what's on in Harrogate...
Paint Monets Antibes, Harrogate - Major Tom’s…
Closing Date
1 Sept 25
Unleash your creativity wine glass or prosecco in one hand, paint brush… Unleash your creativity wine glass or prosecco in one hand, paint brush in the other. No experience? No problem! Whether you are looking for a fun…
Harrogate Triathlon & Junior Aquathlon - Ashville…
Closing Date
27 Apr 26
Organised by Harrogate Tri Club, taking place in and around the beautiful… Organised by Harrogate Tri Club, taking place in and around the beautiful spa town of Harrogate. Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or taking part…
Literary Lunch with Steph McGovern - The Crown…
Closing Date
17 Oct 25
Bookings open to Friends of the Festival at 10am on Friday 27 June… Bookings open to Friends of the Festival at 10am on Friday 27 June 2025.General bookings open at 10am on Wednesday 2 July 2025.Steph McGovern is an…
Elio Pace: The Billy Joel Songbook - The Royal…
Closing Date
3 Mar 26
The ultimate uptown experience returns! Hugely acclaimed singer-… The ultimate uptown experience returns! Hugely acclaimed singer- songwriter and pianist Elio Pace is set to thrill audiences as he tours his…
Monogrammed Leather Purse Workshop - Just Makers
Closing Date
6 Jul 25
Join designer and leatherworker Katie Roe for a relaxed, hands-on workshop… Join designer and leatherworker Katie Roe for a relaxed, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the art of traditional hand leatherwork. A former…
Not Truly Dead - Harrogate Theatre
Closing Date
14 Mar 26
Three ghost stories by M R James, performed by R M Lloyd Parry.“His eyes… Three ghost stories by M R James, performed by R M Lloyd Parry.“His eyes were deep-sunk. And over them, from the brows to the cheek-bone, hung…
Explaining Being Pan to Nan - Harrogate Theatre
Closing Date
1 Oct 25
Sexting in your 80s, knitting kinks and discovering Grandad’s penchant for… Sexting in your 80s, knitting kinks and discovering Grandad’s penchant for a Sunday blow job - this stand up/poetry show unpacks explaining your…
9 to 5 the Musical - Harrogate Theatre
Closing Date
19 Apr 26
RAOS Musical Theatre Company - the team that brought you Calendar Girls… RAOS Musical Theatre Company - the team that brought you Calendar Girls and Sister Act, present 9 to 5 The Musical - with music and lyrics by Dolly…