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…
Eucharist for St Stephen’s Day and Pilgrimage to Fountains Abbey,… Eucharist for St Stephen’s Day and Pilgrimage to Fountains Abbey, retracing the steps of the abbey’s founders centuries ago.
Brennan Reece - as seen on Live at the Apollo. Best Newcomer (nominee),… Brennan Reece - as seen on Live at the Apollo. Best Newcomer (nominee), Edinburgh Comedy Festival 2016. "A powerfully entertaining, unstoppable…
Raphael Wallfisch plays Bach - Holy Trinity Church
Closing Date
9 Mar 26
One of the greatest cellists of our time plays Bachs cello suites 1, 3 4… One of the greatest cellists of our time plays Bachs cello suites 1, 3 4 and 6 and provides insights into Bachs extraordinary life with readings from…
Grave Condition - Ripon Arts Hub Theatre
Closing Date
15 Mar 26
The Dark Musical Comedy world premiere. The Dark Musical Comedy world premiere.
Ripon Monthly Artisan Market - Ripon Market Place
Closing Date
23 Nov 26
Join us in the heart of the historic city of Ripon for our monthly… Join us in the heart of the historic city of Ripon for our monthly celebration of local talent!Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Market…
The Great Village Bake Off - George Armitage House
Closing Date
26 Mar 26
Join us for the 2nd Great Village Bake Off!Show off your baking skills and… Join us for the 2nd Great Village Bake Off!Show off your baking skills and support a wonderful cause. Enter your best cake for just £5, and you could…
Queen Mary's School is proud to host Story Craft Theatre forThe Case of… Queen Mary's School is proud to host Story Craft Theatre forThe Case of the Missing Bunny - An Easter ShowIts one thing going on an egg hunt but…
Queen Mary's School Charity House Show - Queen…
Closing Date
27 Mar 26
The eagerly anticipated Charity House Show in aid of Yorkshire Cancer… The eagerly anticipated Charity House Show in aid of Yorkshire Cancer Research, Yorkshire Children's Charity and Pendragon Community Trust. This…
Drag mechanic Natalie Spanner would like to teach you all about holistic… Drag mechanic Natalie Spanner would like to teach you all about holistic car care – how to look after our cars, but also ourselves – and invite you…
Tom McConville & Michael Biggins Guest Night - St…
Closing Date
28 Mar 26
Award winning fiddle player and singer Tom McConville is internationally… Award winning fiddle player and singer Tom McConville is internationally renowned for his fiery, heart-stopping performances. Winner of the BBC Folk…
Rare Concert by John Kirkpatrick, Sue Harris and…
Closing Date
29 Mar 26
John & Sue met in 1970, married in 1971, and began making music together… John & Sue met in 1970, married in 1971, and began making music together as a duo on the English Folk Scene and beyond. In 1973 they moved to…
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