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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Ripon City Bonfire night and Firework Display is organised by Ripon Rowels… Ripon City Bonfire night and Firework Display is organised by Ripon Rowels Rotary. Taking place at Ripon Racecourse on Friday 7th November…
Curious About Ripon - Ripon City Centre
Closing Date
25 Oct 26
Have fun discovering the surprising city of Ripon with two self-guided,… Have fun discovering the surprising city of Ripon with two self-guided, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Buy in booklet or…
Join us at Queen Mary's School for two fun-filled days of Christmas arts… Join us at Queen Mary's School for two fun-filled days of Christmas arts and crafts! Boys and girls are welcome from aged 5-11.
Ripon's Illuminated Winter Wonderland - Ripon Spa…
Closing Date
22 Dec 25
Join us for a magical festive experience.Wander through sparkling… Join us for a magical festive experience.Wander through sparkling illuminations and enjoy activities including snowball throwing, carol singing, a…
Sound Bath: Crystal Singing Bowls, Aura Gong, and…
Closing Date
21 Dec 26
Welcome to Sound Healing Magic with Liz including the 7 Chakra Crystal… Welcome to Sound Healing Magic with Liz including the 7 Chakra Crystal Singing Bowls, Aura Gong & Reiki Drumming. Sound Journey in Richmond North…
New Year's Eve in Ripon - Ripon Market Place
Closing Date
2 Jan 26
The festivities begin with the Hornblowing ceremony at 9pm, followed by an… The festivities begin with the Hornblowing ceremony at 9pm, followed by an evening of live entertainment on the Market Square. Enjoy spectacular…
Students from Chetham's School of Music: Shaping…
Closing Date
12 Jan 26
We are very pleased to welcome students from this famous school which has… We are very pleased to welcome students from this famous school which has launched so many talented musicians on their careers. Many have become…
Ripon Rock Choir - Methodist Church Hall
Closing Date
6 Mar 26
If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Ripon?' then… If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Ripon?' then why not join your local Rock Choir.The Ripon Rock Choir is led by choir…
Ripon Charity Pantomime Group's Sinbad & His…
Closing Date
1 Feb 26
Ripon Charity Pantomime Group presentsSinbad & His Eighth VoyageRipon Arts… Ripon Charity Pantomime Group presentsSinbad & His Eighth VoyageRipon Arts Hub - Allhallowgate - HG4 1LQFriday 23rd January 20257:30pm(Doors open at…
Janice Burns & Jon Doran - St Wilfrid's Community…
Closing Date
31 Jan 26
Janice Burns & Jon Doran are an Anglo-Scottish duo with a shared love of… Janice Burns & Jon Doran are an Anglo-Scottish duo with a shared love of traditional music. They find their songs in archives that span the depths of…
Take a journey to Vienna with a programme showcasing two of the greatest… Take a journey to Vienna with a programme showcasing two of the greatest composers ever to live and work in the city: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and…
Ripon Community Orchestra Winter Concert - Bishop…
Closing Date
2 Feb 26
Ripon Community Orchestra, conducted by Xenophon Kelsey, is playing a… Ripon Community Orchestra, conducted by Xenophon Kelsey, is playing a selection of music including,1st Movement of Borodin Symphony Number 2 in B…
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