Winter Light Display
From 16th Nov throughout winter. The city's spectacular citywide light scheme brings joy to residents and visitors throughout the darker winter months. The scheme is an elegant and immersive design in keeping with the rich and long history of the city, but with a modern touch to add to York’s star appeal. Lights will be…
York Nutcracker Trail
From 16th November 2023 to 6th January 2024, celebrate the winter season with the memorable York Nutcracker Trail. York BID has partnered with local charities, schools and artist Sian Ellis to bring you 10 bespoke nutcracker statues, dotted around the city. What's more, a giant illuminated post box in Museum Gardens gives you the opportunity…
York Quest Santa Search
16th Nov - 6th Jan. We need your help! Santa and Mrs Claus brought some of their festive friends to York to see the lights and get in the festive spirit, but now they’re lost in the City Centre. Join the Santa Search and discover 7 jolly augmented reality virtual characters along the way at…
York Ice Trail
The UK’s biggest outdoor Ice Trail, and one of York’s best loved events, is back for more family-friendly fun on 3rd and 4th February 2024, with a range of magnificent ice sculptures transforming the city centre. Get ready for an icy adventure as you walk through history and enjoy the 'coolest' sculptures lining the streets.…
Colour & Light at York Art Gallery
York BID is excited to announce the return of Colour & Light from 7th - 25th February 2024. This project will transform part of the city with a vibrant light display during the colder winter months, creating a magical and memorable experience for visitors and residents alike. This year, York BID is thrilled to be…
Snooks – York’s Character Trail
York BID are delighted to be sponsoring The Snooks Trail, an exciting new sculpture trail coming to York from early March to April 2024. Organized by Make It York in collaboration with charity partner St. Leonard's Hospice, this trail will take you on a captivating journey through York's historic cobbled streets and hidden gardens. Prepare to be…
York Chocolate Festival
York is set to be transformed into a chocolate lover’s dream as the annual Chocolate Festival returns. The five-day festival celebrates York’s rich chocolate heritage, and will feature a bustling market of chocolatiers and confectioners, as well as hands-on activities, taste trails, Easter egg hunts, and much more. Where? Parliament Street, York When? 27th to…
Reignite III: Global Stages – Reframing the Creative Industries in York
Reignite is back for its third event ‘Global Stages - Reframing the Creative Industries’ on Thursday 11th April from 6pm. The event begins at the Yorkshire Museum with informative talks and Q&As, followed by an interactive programme at York Art Gallery from 7:15pm, marking the gallery's first-ever LATE event. Reignite III brings together leading figures…
Reignite IV: The Next Generation
Reignite is returning for its fourth event ‘The Next Generation’ at the end of this month. This exciting event features presentations from York graduates who have gone on to work for global organisations, and a showcase of exceptional work from 60 graduating artists across Fine Art, Photography, and Illustration as part of the York St…
York BID AGM 2024
York BID is pleased to invite local business representatives and partners to its upcoming Annual General Meeting which will take place on the evening of Thursday 11th July 2024, at the Principal York Hotel Events Centre, starting 6pm. During the event we will hear from the following speakers: David Skaith, Mayor for York & North Yorkshire - An overview of his early days in…
Dinosaur Experience
Parliament Street Parliament Street, YorkExperience a roarsome Saturday with the Dinosaur Experience in York city centre! Join us on 7th September for an adventure you won't forget – nothing will tricero-top it! From 2pm until 6pm, get ready on Parliament Street to meet Betsy the Triceratops and Roxy the T-Rex, along with a selection of adorable baby dinosaurs and…
Autumn Rejuvenation Days
Due to the popularity of our Spring project, we are pleased to announce more rejuvenation days, taking place on 10th, 12th & 18th September. If you or your team members would like to be involved with the Autumn Rejuvenation Days, offering a helping hand to get York looking its best, please contact info@theyorkbid.com with the…