Information courtesy of Visit York

See also – Festivals in York throughout the year

Things may be a little different, so it’s worth making sure you have the most up-to-date information on the things you’d like to see and do before you set out.

When spending time in York we ask that you be considerate and observe social distancing to allow yourself and others to enjoy the city safely.

It’s Love Culture week, and York is blessed with a rich and varied cultural offering. Here’s some of the highlights.

York’s Green Spaces
There’s never been a better time to stretch your legs and reconnect with nature in one of the many beloved gardens and green spaces of York and the surrounding area.
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York’s Indie Food Scene 
Our latest blog highlights the mouth-watering experiences in the city. With dishes to suit all palates no visit to the city is complete until you’ve had a Taste of York.
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Argentinian Asado Inspired Roast  18 and 20 Sept
Shambles Kitchen invite you to a Sunday roast, cooked all day using only fire – with ingredients sourced from the Shambles Market. The meal is inspired by a recent trip to Argentina and a love of Asado… with a twist.
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Heritage Open Days  Until 19 Sept
See inside some of York’s hidden treasures. The 500-year-old Postern Tower on Fishergate is full of surprises and open just a handful of times a year, including this Saturday. The concealed idyll of Holy Trinity Goodramgate is also open this week until Saturday.

York’s Foodie Experiences
Read our blog on some of the different ways to enjoy a Taste of York, from pairing wines with food to getting crafty with chocolate, and from buying your food from a shipping container to throwing an axe.
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York Chamber Music Festival  18 – 20 Sept
The National Centre for Early Music bring you a digital festival of online concerts celebrating Beethoven’s 250th birthday, with the music he wrote and the music he inspired.
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Jukebox Divas  18 – 20 Sept
After a sold-out three-night run of their first ever outdoor show last month, York Stage Musicals return to bring Jukebox Divas to Rowntree Park. Expect numbers from your favourite musicals and some classic hits.
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Food Festival Weekend  25 – 27 Sept
It’s not long now until the delicious food and drink weekend, coming to York at the end of the month. Highlights will include the Produce Market, Demonstration Tent, Taste Trail, and Food Factory.
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Carlton Towers Outdoor Market  Until 24 Oct
An outdoor market with Carlton Towers as your backdrop, featuring an array of small, local retail businesses, offering some of the best products and produce in Yorkshire.
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Taste of York Event  25 – 27 Sept
Look out for more information coming soon on the Taste of York weekend event, where you can let your taste buds shape your #OnlyinYork experience.
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These events have been hand picked by Visit York.

Go to Visit York’s What’s On page to see a full list of things to do in York.