Information about York Festivals
York has a busy annual calendar, with many festivals, fairs and parades held throughout the year. There are also many sporting and cultural events, not to mention some excellent craft shows held in or around the York area.For up-to-date listings, keep an eye out for local publications that feature upcoming events. Here's a selection of some of York's most popular events:
- York Festival of Food and Drink, held September to October and featuring themed gastronomic days.
- Jorvik Viking Festival, a historic festival held in February.
- Travis Perkins UK Championship, held in December, UK snooker championships.
- St Nicholas Fayre, held in November, the celebrations include seasonal festivities, illuminations and carols.
- York Early Music Christmas Festival, held in December, with festive music and entertainment.
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