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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.
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Masham Steam Engine and Fair Organ Rally
Type
Fete / Fair
Masham
A fabulous celebration of our heritage with over 800 glorious entries. Something for everyone, Children's entertainers, stalls, fair, cookery theatre, displays, arena entertainment and much more.
A festive weekend that takes over the pretty market town of Masham with fun for all the family!
Dates
- From:
- 21 Jul 2018 To 22 Jul 2018
Pateley Bridge 1940's Weekend
Type
Historic
Pateley Bridge
Pateley Bridge winds back the clock across the whole area taking you right back to 1940s and war time period. This fun 1940s themed weekend has lots going on for young and old alike in Pateley Bridge, this being the capital of Nidderdale set in the Yorkshire Dales and a designated Area of...
Dates
- From:
- 28 Jul 2018 To 29 Jul 2018
St. Wilfrid's Day Ripon
Type
Family Event
Ripon
This procession around The City of Ripon is in honour of Ripons' Patron Saint: Saint Wilfrid.
In 1108 King Henry 1 granted permission to the city to hold a fair to mark the birth of the Saint on 30th July and Ripon has held on to this tradition.
The Parade is led by an Actor playing the Saint on...
Dates
- From:
- 4 Aug 2018 To 4 Aug 2018
FEVA: Knaresborough's Festival of Visual Arts and Entertainment
Type
Festival
Knaresborough
10-day annual festival of art, entertainment, music, shows, plays, dance performances, children's attractions, a free picnic, exhbitions and other events that turn this market town magenta! See 80 different events, workshops - something for everybody.
More details will made available through...
Dates
- From:
- 10 Aug 2018 To 19 Aug 2018
Ripley Show
Type
Fete / Fair
Harrogate
With competitive events, demonstrations, competitions, country activities and trade stands, there really is something for everybody at the Ripley Show.
The Show takes place in the shadow of Ripley Castle near Harrogate and is a traditional country show in a beautiful location. Come and visit us...
Dates
- From:
- 12 Aug 2018 To 12 Aug 2018
NiddArt Trail
Type
Exhibition
Pateley Bridge
The NiddArt Trail of local artisan crafts and artists runs from Hampsthwaite, Dacre, Summerbridge, Smelthouses, Glasshouses, through the thriving artistic hub of Pateley Bridge and Bewerley, and into Upper Nidderdale to Lofthouse and Middlesmoor with some scenic detours to Blubberhouses, Brimham...
Dates
- From:
- 18 Aug 2018 To 28 Aug 2018
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Ripon International Festival
Type
Festival
Ripon
The City of Ripon's now established International Festival brings the best of the Arts to Ripon and the surrounding area. This year's performers of note include London Mozart Players, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Kathryn Tickell, Red Priest, The Busch Piano Trio, The Carnival Band and Ferio Saxophone...
Dates
- From:
- 6 Sep 2018 To 6 Oct 2018
Heritage Open Days: Free to Explore
Type
Participatory Event
Harrogate
Every year on four days in September, buildings of every age, style and function throw open their doors. It is a once-a-year chance to discover architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities that bring local history and culture to life.
Free of charge and right...
Dates
- From:
- 13 Sep 2018 To 16 Sep 2018
Nidderdale Show
Type
Show / Display
Pateley Bridge
Nidderdale's Big Day Out is a classic and timeless event and includes many varied events such as sheep dog trials, a dog show, show jumping, livestock classes, cookery demonstrations, trade stands and an exhibtion cricket match.
‘Pateley Show’, as the Nidderdale Show is affectionately known,...
Dates
- From:
- 24 Sep 2018 To 24 Sep 2018
Masham Sheep Fair
Type
Agricultural Show
Masham
Masham boasts one of the largest and finest market squares in England, famous for its sheep sales where in the past as many as 70,000 sheep were sold each year.
The popular Masham Sheep Fair commemorates these times, raising much money for Yorkshire charities, and filling the town with sheepy...
Dates
- From:
- 29 Sep 2018 To 30 Sep 2018
Nidderdale Food & Drink Festival
Type
Food & Drink
Pateley Bridge
This first Nidderdale Food and Drink Festival is to be held on Saturday 28th October and will showcase the fantastic range of local produce the area has to offer.
This FREE event will be held throughout Pateley Bridge starting at 9am and finishing at 5.30pm.
Meet local talented people...
Dates
- From:
- 27 Oct 2018 To 27 Oct 2018
Knaresborough Christmas Market
Type
Christmas
Knaresborough
Knaresborough market square and the surrounding streets and courtyards overflow with festive delights and christmas cheer for the first weekend in December.
Visit our traditional Yorkshire Christmas Market for a feast to greet the senses, Fine local food and drink stalls, lovely handmade...
Dates
- From:
- 1 Dec 2018 To 2 Dec 2018
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Masham Traditional Christmas Fair
Type
Fete / Fair
Masham
Great crafts and gift ideas, stalls and activities and seasonal delights. Santa’s Grotto. Delicious refreshments provided by Fearby & Healey WI.
Dates
- From:
- 8 Dec 2018 To 8 Dec 2018
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Great Knaresborough Bed Race
Type
Carnival
Knaresborough
The Great Knaresborough Bed Race is one of the most spectacular community events held in the UK.
It was first staged in 1966 and have been never cancelled. 90 teams of six runners and a passenger take part in the glorious fancy dress pageant that comprises the first half of the event, before...
Dates
- From:
- 9 Jun 2019 To 9 Jun 2019
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