Live For St Leonard’s 2024
Live For St Leonard's will return between 20th and 28th September. This live music event is organised by York BID and supported by YorkMix, as part of the York Food & Drink Festival, and all charitable funds raised are donated in aid of St Leonard's Hospice. Last year, Live For St Leonard’s was successful in…
Ghosts In The Gardens
Cementing York’s reputation as one of the most haunted cities in Europe, York BID brings you Ghosts in The Gardens – historic sculptures in beautiful settings. York BID has again partnered with local design agency Unconventional Design to create translucent 3D sculptures skillfully formed from narrow gauge wire mesh. This year’s display is bigger and…
York Restaurant Week
It’s time to dine! York Restaurant Week is back, running from 14th to 20th October 2024, and the exclusive offers are now live! With over 100 participating eateries, now is the perfect time to explore York’s thriving culinary scene. Whether a casual bite or a fine dining experience, you’ll find a wide range of offers,…
The Dragon Experience
The Dragons have hatched, and now they’re roaming around York city centre! Get ready to meet Ash the Giant Dragon, along with a selection of adorable baby dragons and their rangers to keep them in order! There’ll also be representatives from the police and fire services on site, with the opportunity to check out the…
Live Pumpkin Carving
Parliament Street Parliament Street, YorkYork BID and Make It York have partnered to celebrate Halloween with live pumpkin carving on Thursday 31st October, from 14:00 to 17:00. Local design agency Sand In Your Eye will be creating the spooky masterpieces on Parliament Street. This is a free event with no tickets needed.
Reignite VI: Culture Makes Places
Yorkshire MuseumReignite is returning for its sixth event, Reignite VI: Culture Makes Places on Thursday 7th November, from 18:30 at the Yorkshire Museum. The event will be opened by Mayor David Skaith and followed by an address from Cherie Federico, Director of Aesthetica and features representatives from three UNESCO Cities of Media Arts – Braga (Portugal),…
Ghosts After Dark
York Museum GardensExperience Ghosts in the Gardens like never before! Explore York Museum Gardens after dark and discover 45 ghostly sculptures inspired by York’s past, illuminated with dramatic lighting, smoke, and sound. Uncover the history behind the ghosts at six storytelling areas, featuring York’s top storytellers sharing both classic and new tales. Ticket prices are £7.50 per…
York Nutcracker Trail
The York Nutcracker Trail runs from 14th November to 5th January. York BID have partnered with local artist Marc Godfrey-Murphy to celebrate togetherness and community with this year's internationally inspired Nutcracker Trail. This year's theme, Christmas Around the World, celebrates the unique and diverse communities that make up York. Find out more here.
Winter Lights
York will be illuminated with Winter Lights from 14th November 2024 until the new year. Over 50 streets will be covered, with a total 175,000 bulbs in the city! The York Winter Lights scheme is delivered by York BID in partnership with Make It York.
Meet Inka the Polar Bear
St Helen's Square 5 St Helen's Square, York, United KingdomThis January, Inka the Polar Bear will be making her way to St Helen's Square. Experience an unforgettable encounter with Inka, a life-sized puppet, and her adorable cubs. This one-of-a-kind event invites families, children, and visitors of all ages to experience the magic of meeting the planet's largest carnivore. Inka the Polar Bear will be…
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. Each session will run from 09:00 to 13:00 and we ask that volunteers wear clothing they are happy to risk getting paint on. Find out more and sign up here: Rejuvenation Days |…
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. Each session will run from 09:00 to 13:00 and we ask that volunteers wear clothing they are happy to risk getting paint on. Find out more and sign up here: Rejuvenation Days | Eventbrite