Big Events out of Harrogate

Here you will find some of the biggest events in each of our six towns and city, covering the best of the musical and visual arts, comedy, food and drink, literature and agriculture.

The Landmark Events

If you want to know what the big events are taking place in and around Harrogate look no further, from the biggest of the Festivals to the biggest of the shows, from the most festive of Christmas markets the most unique of town races, be it sheep or beds it’s all here.

In Harrogate these events are often big national festivals that bring together the very best of a genre in one place for a unique showcase of a particular musical or literature style. 

In the smaller towns these are large community events that fill the town and show case the surrounding countryside and way of life.

You will also find events celebrating our history and heritage throughout the year including 1940s weekends and Heritage Open Days where you can explore some of the historical gems that usually off limits.

All Year round

From the early spring and the events such as the Tour de Yorkshire and the Harrogate Spring Flower show its all go in the Harrogate District!

So check out the events below and see what you couldn’t bear to miss when you visit.

Harrogate has a strong Festival scene, the most prominent are listed here but you can find the full list on our festivals page.

Through the summer months there are agricultural shows and local fates and fairs almost every weekend, but the big ones are quite spectacular and none is bigger show than the Great Yorkshire Show in July.

As the year draws to a close the festive season gets underway, first with the Harrogate Christmas Market, then following events take place across the district from the late night shopping in the towns to carol services in the Ripon Cathedral and other venues.