News & Insights

How is the city centre evolving? What are the latest improvements the BID are delivering in the city? Find out about all the latest developments here…

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Creative Brief for North Street Gardens Mural

York BID and partners are commissioning a mural project for North Street Gardens to mark the centenary of Joseph Rowntree and his significant contributions to the city of York, with…
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Reignite VIII: The Stories We Tell Ourselves

The eighth edition of Reignite, the hugely popular and leading cultural event for York & North Yorkshire, returns at the end of this month. Reignite VIII: The Stories We Tell…
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York Restaurant Week Returns this March with an Unmissable Two-Week Special

York Restaurant Week is back, running from 10-23 March 2025, for an exciting two-week special. For the first time ever, diners will have twice as long to enjoy the incredible…
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York City Centre Insights December-2024

Monthly report on the economic performance for York city centre. This report is divided into sections focusing on key indicators of commercial success, such as debit card spend, footfall, and…
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Meet Inka the Polar Bear on St Helen’s Square in York

York BID is delighted to announce a truly special event this January as Inka the Polar Bear makes her way to St Helen’s Square. Experience an unforgettable encounter with Inka,…
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York BID launches ‘Shop York’ initiative to support York’s High Streets

York BID is excited to announce the launch of its brand-new initiative, Shop York, a city-wide campaign designed to encourage residents to explore and shop locally on York’s vibrant and…
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Driving the Creative Industries in 2025 – Reignite VII: The Intersection of Art & Technology

Reignite is set to return for its seventh event this February, celebrating York’s rich creative heritage and commitment to shaping the future of the creative industries. York has long stood…
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Upcoming Events

Meet Titan the Robot

This April, get ready to meet the world-famous Titan the Robot in York! Watch as the larger-than-life robot interacts with the crowd, cracks jokes, and shows off his futuristic mechanical…
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Reignite VIII: The Stories We Tell Ourselves

Join us for the eighth edition of Reignite, the leading cultural event for York & North Yorkshire, to explore the transformative power of culture in shaping our places and communities.…
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Volunteers painting posts on King's Staith

June Rejuvenation Days

Join York BID to help keep York looking its best by cleaning and repainting street furniture like bike racks, benches, bollards, and more. The June sessions will take place on Tuesday…
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Volunteers painting posts on King's Staith

September Rejuvenation Days

Join York BID to help keep York looking its best by cleaning and repainting street furniture like bike racks, benches, bollards, and more. The September sessions will take place on Tuesday…
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