What's on in Ripon
Great events all year round
This busy little city boasts a varied and impressive events calendar with some big events you might expect, and a few you won’t. The Ripon Theatre Festival in June brings street theatre, dance and family shows for four days of performances.
The annual St Wilfrid’s Procession sees a carnival atmosphere take to the streets where a range of floats accompanied by music and dancing provide fun for visitors of all ages.
In September the Harrogate Autumn Flower Show takes place at the nearby historic house.
A budding grass roots arts scene sees regular exhibitions throughout the year and musical events are a regular feature at the cathedral.
There are always great events for you to enjoy, browse below to see what is coming up.
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Romeo & Juliet by Chapterhouse Theatre Company.This timeless… Romeo & Juliet by Chapterhouse Theatre Company.This timeless tragedy by William Shakespeare tells the story of two young lovers from feuding…
Dave Longley - Acid tongued and as sharp as a barrel full of tacks... As… Dave Longley - Acid tongued and as sharp as a barrel full of tacks... As intense and intelligent performer as youre likely to see - The List
Newby Hall near Ripon reopened for the new season on Saturday 29 March and… Newby Hall near Ripon reopened for the new season on Saturday 29 March and April sees the return of live theatre performances for children, as well…
UK’s largest tractor festival gears up for return to Newby HallTractor… UK’s largest tractor festival gears up for return to Newby HallTractor Fest returns to North Yorkshire this summer, marking its 19th anniversary as…
Work as a team to build and operate a giant puppet. A practical workshop… Work as a team to build and operate a giant puppet. A practical workshop creating the puppet from scratch then learning to move it…
RTFjoins forces with Ripon Arts Hubs monthlyHilarity Bites Comedy Club to… RTFjoins forces with Ripon Arts Hubs monthlyHilarity Bites Comedy Club to present a special show headlined byLarry Dean. Larrys credits include the…
Get ready for an electrifying showcase of Yorkshires finest up-and-coming… Get ready for an electrifying showcase of Yorkshires finest up-and-coming talent as the Short and Sweet Yorkshire Festival Finalists take to the…
Catherine is a modern girl in love with Jane Austen’s world. She can’t… Catherine is a modern girl in love with Jane Austen’s world. She can’t believe her luck when she meets her very own Mr Tilney.Through passages from…
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“The White Star Line merged itself out of existence. Those clever little… “The White Star Line merged itself out of existence. Those clever little educated boys. ”A one-man theatre show based on the life of Titanic…
A toe-tapping tennis musical with sixteen new original songs, live… A toe-tapping tennis musical with sixteen new original songs, live acoustic band, stylish sportswear, tennis commentators, on court action, plenty of…