What’s On

From a Walking festival that showcases the very best of our beautiful Yorkshire Wolds, to the bustling markets and food events that offer the true tastes of our region, through to musical events in our Minster, literature festivals in our market towns, racing on our beaches and artful installations and exhibitions across our network of galleries, museums and stately homes, there’s always something special to see, hear, taste and be part of. 

Spring is a wonderful time to visit our rolling hills, rich tree-heavy woodlands and our rugged coastline alive with wildlife.  It is also the time when our event season really starts and you can choose from an electic mix of events, festivals and fairs.  The annual ArtWaves is just one example and happens in May with a vibrant showcase of traditional, digital and contemporary art and is open anyone who wants to get creative.  

Summer fun abounds with a myriad of events happening right across the region as the sun shines, the beaches are at their best and we can all enjoy the very best of the great outdoors.  Our annual Bridlington Kite festival fills the skies with a stunning array of creatures, shapes and colours and is a family favourite as everyone can get involved. This is also the time of year for delicious food fairs with local produce, real ales and outdoor dining. 

Autumn sees our wonderful landscapes change colour and fresher weather that is perfect for a countryside stroll before a hearty lunch in a cosy pub.  The Walking East Yorkshire festival is a great way to explore our paths and trails and attracts thousands every year. Then in October, half term is a great time to visit with the family to take part in one of the many Halloween themed events including spooky woodland walks, fun ghost hunts, fancy dress and pumpkin carving. You can also choose from a range of other events too, including Autumn festivals, a vegan food festival, craft fairs, beer festivals and exhibitions - so there is truly something for everyone. 

Winter sees the days shorten and the nights draw in and this means Christmas is in the air, the log fires are burning, the coast is bracing and cosy winter breaks are the perfect way to bring friends and family together.  Beverley’s festival of Christmas is one of the biggest events in the region with delicious local produce, unique handmade gifts, carol singers and the scent of mulled wine and roast chestnuts in the air.  This is the perfect place to kick off your festive season in style. 

This is a truly a year-round destination, so whenever you choose to visit East Yorkshire;  Spring, Summer, Autumn or Winter, and whether you enjoy arts and crafts, walking and racing, or kites and Christmas, you’ll always find something special to do and new experiences to enjoy.