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What's On Around Harrogate
Harrogate is fantastic all year round with plenty to see and do – but you might want to time your visit to catch one of our very special events when you see what’s on in Harrogate.
The Harrogate Spring Flower Show along with its sister show in autumn attracts some 100,000 green fingered plant enthusiasts each year and is the go-to event for anyone seeking inspiration for their garden.
The out of this world experience of hosting the finish of the first day of the Tour de France Grand Depart in 2014 put Harrogate firmly on the UK cycling map and the legacy endures in the form of a number of events for amateurs and professionals alike.
Harrogate International Festivals now takes its place alongside the leading cultural events in the UK, with a varied program including the Crime Writing Festival, the Children’s festival, and the History Festival.
As well as attracting leading lights in their fields, the Festivals act as a showcase for up and coming talent.
As you’d expect on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales rural life is never far away, but every July it comes to town with the Great Yorkshire Show, the largest agricultural show in Britain.
Around 130,000 visitors flock to Harrogate to see competitive classes of 5000 cattle, sheep and pigs – show jumping and equine competitions – Food Hall – Cookery Theatre - Fashion shows - demonstrations and much much more.
There’s nearly always a show on in Harrogate, with the wealth of music, comedy and drama provided by the Harrogate Theatre, touring companies, the nation’s hottest comics and world renowned orchestras can all be found in the constantly updating line up.
As the new home of the International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival you also can count on things going a little topsy turvy in August.
Live music has many homes in Harrogate from cover bands to stars of the underground music scene there’s always a distinctive sound to be found here.
Harrogate enjoys a wealth of world class venues in its Conference Centre, Pavilions, the Great Yorkshire Showground and the grade II Listed Royal Hall which host numerous events and exhibitions including BBC Good Food, Country Living, Cake & Bake and the Knitting Stitching show just to name a few.
Many of our local attractions also stage their own programmes of events appealing to all the family – take a look at National Trust Brimham Rocks, Ripley Castle and RHS Garden Harlow Carr.
You will be amazed by what’s on in Harrogate so don’t forget to check these pages before you visit!
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Alpine Winter Afternoons
Type
Food & Drink
Harrogate
Grab some friends or family & join us for an alpine-inspired cosy treat as the sun sets on some wintry afternoons
Every Saturday December 2020 - February 2021
3pm-5pm
Pre-booking & deposit required
Only £27.95 per person (Excludes 26th Dec & 2nd Jan. 13th February £5.50 per person supplement)Dates
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- 5 Dec 2020 To 27 Feb 2021
Tribute Nights 2021
Type
Music
Harrogate
If you like tribute nights then you are in for a treat!!
Our tribute nights included a 2 course dinner with coffee, tribute act and a disco until midnight for only £29.00pp. If you wanted to dance the night away without the worry of travelling home after, then why not book accommodation from…
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- 20 Mar 2021 To 20 Mar 2021
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- 22 May 2021 To 22 May 2021
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- 3 Jul 2021 To 3 Jul 2021
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- 18 Sep 2021 To 18 Sep 2021
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- 20 Nov 2021 To 20 Nov 2021
The Red Hot Chili Pipers
Type
Music
Harrogate
There has never been anything quite like The Red Hot Chilli Pipers, from their formation in 2002 and a cameo appearance at T in the Park in 2004 with the Darkness to opening the main stage in their own right in 2014. The past fifteen years has seen the Red Hot Chilli Pipers become the most famous…
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- 10 Apr 2021 To 10 Apr 2021
Big Girls Don't Cry
Type
Music
Harrogate
Celebrating a decade of Big Girls Don't Cry featuring The East Coast Boys.
Step back in time, to the era of romance. Where gents were gents, and gals were gals! Come and experience the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons authentically recreated by a phenomenal cast and live band…
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- 16 Apr 2021 To 16 Apr 2021
Banff Mountain Film Festival
Type
Film
Harrogate
The Banff Mountain Film Festival joins the world's best adventure film-makers and explorers as they push themselves to the limits in the most remote and stunning corners of the globe. Witness epic human-powered feats, life-affirming challenges and mind-blowing cinematography – all on the big…
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- 24 Apr 2021 To 24 Apr 2021
Islands In The Stream - The Music Of Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers
Type
Concert
Harrogate
slands in the Stream - The Music of Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers
Enjoy the songs of the Queen and King of country music - Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers.
Leave your 9 to 5 worries at the door and get ready for a night in the company of Country Music Royalty!
This thigh-slapping stage show brings…Dates
- From:
- 29 Apr 2021 To 29 Apr 2021
Omid Djalili - The Good Times Tour
Type
Comedy
Harrogate
After experimenting with a Zoom gig where he got muted by 639 people and a Drive-in gig where Omid witnessed an audience member get out his car, attach a hose pipe to his exhaust and feed it through the window; multi award-winning comedian and actor Omid Djalili is now where he belongs, on a stage…
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- 6 May 2021 To 6 May 2021
80's Live
Type
Concert
Harrogate
You may have heard of throwback Thursday, now it's time for the ultimate throwback decade -80s Live!
Join us as we travel back in time to one of the most iconic eras of music for an exciting night out – put your hands together and get into the groove as our live band 'Electric Dreams' perform over…
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- 14 May 2021 To 14 May 2021
Texas
Type
Concert
Harrogate
For over 30 years, Texas have proved themselves to be one of Scotland's best ever bands and nothing short of a national treasure south of the border. A new album, the follow up to their acclaimed 2017 release 'Jump On Board,' will be unveiled August 28th on BMG. To follow the release, the band will…
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- 15 May 2021 To 15 May 2021
Jive Talkin'
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that have actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin performed LIVE on HEART FM with THE BEE GEES and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry…
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- 15 May 2021 To 15 May 2021
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the world's finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, returns to the stage with a brand new show celebrating the very best of Fleetwood Mac, including a very special blues set paying tribute to Fleetwood Mac's legendary Peter Green era.
Channelling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at…
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- 18 Jun 2021 To 18 Jun 2021
The Harrogate Proms
Type
Concert
Harrogate
wo leading music organizations are joining forces to present a special showcase concert, which will be compèred by popular BBC Look North broadcaster Harry Gration, to raise funds for the Harrogate Hospital and Community Charity.
Singers from Harrogate Choral Society (HCS) will be joined by other…
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- 26 Jun 2021 To 26 Jun 2021
Barnstorm Motor Festival
Type
Family Event
Harrogate
Barnstorm Motor Events brings you, The Barnstorm Motor Festival.
Set in the Great Yorkshire Showground over 1000 vehicles will be on display. Supercar and Hypercar display. Luxury Vehicles, Modified Car Zone, Classic cars, Car clubs, Offroad and Miltary display, Fun Fair and Kids Zone.
Prepare…
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- 15 Aug 2021 To 15 Aug 2021
Jimmy Carr: Terribly Funny
Type
Comedy
Harrogate
Contains jokes about all kinds of terrible things.
Terrible things that might have affected you or people you know and love.
But they're just jokes - they are not the terrible things.
Having political correctness at a comedy show is like having health and safety at a rodeo.
Now you've been…Dates
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- 23 Sep 2021 To 23 Sep 2021
Billy Ocean
Type
Concert
Harrogate
BILLY OCEAN PREMIUM SEAT VIP PACKAGE
This package includes a premium seat within the front 8 rows
A specially designed Billy Ocean VIP tour gift
Billy Ocean tour art print, numbered and exclusive to VIP guests
A show specific set list signed by Billy
An official Billy Ocean VIP tour laminateDates
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- 24 Sep 2021 To 24 Sep 2021
Michael Bolton
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Michael Bolton is a multiple Grammy Award-winning Singer, Songwriter and Social Activist, who has sold more than 65 million records globally and continues to tour the world.
Here's a rare chance to see him, right here on stage in Harrogate!
Standard tickets are £64.00, £44.00, or £29.00.
For…
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- 25 Sep 2021 To 25 Sep 2021
Levison Wood - The Art of Exploration
Type
Lecture
Harrogate
Join critically acclaimed author and explorer Levison Wood as he takes to the stage for his third UK tour, The Art of Exploration.
In this entertaining two-hour one-man show, Levison shares his experiences and learnings from a lifetime of travel, from his army career and the front-lines of…
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- 27 Sep 2021 To 27 Sep 2021
Jon Richardson : The Knitwit
Type
Comedy
Harrogate
Part of Harrogate Comedy Festival
Will the recycling be put out on the right day? Who is going to smooth over the top of the margarine? How many lights are on upstairs when everybody is downstairs?
Watch Jon pretend that these aren't his foremost concerns as he leaves home on his first tour since…
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- 30 Sep 2021 To 30 Sep 2021
Paloma Faith Infinite Things
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Paloma Faith has announced the details of her fifth studio album, Infinite Things out on 13th November via RCA Records. Brand new single 'Better Than This' is out now. Also, today Paloma announces a nationwide 26 date tour for September - October 2021 in support of her upcoming album.
Paloma wrote…
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- 3 Oct 2021 To 3 Oct 2021
Tim Vine Is Plastic Elvis
Type
Comedy
Harrogate
he total sell out at the Edinburgh festival is now on tour! Feel the electricity as Plastic Elvis hits the stage backed by his incredible five piece THE HIGH NOON BAND. He'll shake, he'll smoulder, he'll try and control his hair and in the end he'll break your heart. Sing along with some of the…
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- 5 Oct 2021 To 5 Oct 2021
Jools Holland and His Rhythm And Blues Orchestra
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Jools Holland and The Rhythm & Blues Orchestra will once again take their much-loved annual tour around the UK featuring dazzling long-term vocalist Ruby Turner, with her breathtaking gospel, soul, blues vocals and songs written with Jools, as well as Louise Marshall, whose mellifluous voice…
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- 6 Oct 2021 To 6 Oct 2021
Katherine Ryan - Missus
Type
Comedy
Harrogate
Katherine Ryan is currently dominating the television and live comedy scenes both in the UK and abroad. Katherine's debut 6 x 30' Netflix sitcom The Duchess was released on the 11th September 2020 and leapt to the top of the UK Netflix chart. Katherine not only stars in the lead role but also wrote…
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- 14 Oct 2021 To 14 Oct 2021
Martin Hughes-Games and Lolo Williams
Type
Wildlife/Nature
Harrogate
Martin Hughes-Games and Iolo Williams
TV Wildlife presenters from Springwatch, Autumnwatch and Winterwatch.
Natural history broadcasters Martin Hughes-Games and Iolo Williams team up to perform this informative and amusing wildlife show packed with fascinating facts and fun.
Their exciting…
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- 17 Oct 2021 To 17 Oct 2021
Steve Hackett Genesis Revisited
Type
Concert
Harrogate
The show will feature the 1977 Genesis live album Seconds Out in full, plus More!
Steve will be joined on the tour by regular musicians Roger King (keyboards), Jonas Reingold (bass), Rob Townsend (saxes/flutes) with Nad Sylvan on vocals. Craig Blundell (Steven Wilson, Pendragon) will be on drums &…
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- From:
- 22 Oct 2021 To 22 Oct 2021
An Evening with Sir Michael Parkinson
Type
Lecture
Harrogate
An Evening with Sir Michael Parkinson celebrates the life and career of a man who has interviewed over 2000 of the most important cultural figures of the 20th and 21st centuries.
In conversation with his son Mike and showing highlights from the Parkinson archive, An Evening with Sir Michael…
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- 26 Oct 2021 To 26 Oct 2021
Whitney - Queen Of The Night
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Taking us on a magical rollercoaster ride through three decades of classic hits that include, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, One Moment In Time, I'm Every Woman, Saving All My Love and so much more.
This award winning production features a sensational line-up of musicians and artistes, and together…
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- 29 Oct 2021 To 29 Oct 2021
Collabro 2021
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Having met for their first rehearsal in a pub at London Bridge in 2014, they auditioned for Britain's Got Talent a month later and received a full standing ovation from both the audience and the judges after their performance. They went on to win the competition with one of the biggest majorities…
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- 5 Nov 2021 To 5 Nov 2021
Northern Homebuilding & Renovating Show 2021
Type
Exhibition
Harrogate
Let the Northern Homebuilding & Renovating Show help bring your project to life! If you're planning to add a new extension, remodel the internal layout or create a brilliant new kitchen overlooking a landscaped garden, a visit to the Northern Homebuilding & Renovating Show is a must.
Be inspired…
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- 5 Nov 2021 To 7 Nov 2021
The Australian Pink Floyd
Type
Concert
Harrogate
All That You Feel VIP Package
Get closer to the live show with one of the best seats in the house
A bespoke Tour gift chosen by the band, exclusive to VIP package holders
A limited edition A4 tour art print
An official VIP tour laminateDates
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- 19 Nov 2021 To 19 Nov 2021
The Bootleg Beatles
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Tracing the Fab Four's journey through the swinging 60s, every tiny detail is forensically observed from their authentic period costumes and instruments, to their witty stage banter and 'inflection perfect' vocals. With a little help from their own orchestral ensemble, and featuring a special set…
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- 9 Dec 2021 To 9 Dec 2021
Steve Harley And Cockney Rebel
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Steve Harley celebrates his 47th year in music and continues to play concerts around the world. He says that playing Live is more than a job, it's almost his life's blood.
Considered one of the most charismatic Live performers at work today, the original Cockney Rebel tours with a full 6-piece…
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- 10 Dec 2021 To 10 Dec 2021
Il Divo Plus Special Guests
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Il Divo Christmas Magic VIP Guest Package
Experience this festive concert from one of the very best seats in the house
A unique opportunity to meet Il Divo before the concert and have your photograph taken with them
Receive an exclusive Il Divo VIP seasonal gift
Pick up your commemorative VIP…Dates
- From:
- 11 Dec 2021 To 11 Dec 2021
Kate Rusby at Christmas 2021
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Forever proud to call herself folk singer, Kate Rusby's beautiful, expressive vocals never fail to connect the emotional heart of a song to that of her audience. Famously down to earth, Kate's engaging personality and sharp, Yorkshire wit have further endeared her to concert goers everywhere for…
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- 12 Dec 2021 To 12 Dec 2021
Elkie Brooks - Live In Concert
Type
Music
Harrogate
Long before the end of a live show and the frequent standing ovations that accompany it, there comes a point where Elkie does something so amazing that it leaves her audience almost spellbound. It could be a particularly emotional rendition of one of her ballads, a powerhouse blues vocal or one of…
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- From:
- 16 Dec 2021 To 16 Dec 2021
Jason Manford: Like Me
Type
Comedy
Harrogate
He's back! It's been a busy few years for Jason since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn't changed a bit. 'Like Me' is Jason's latest comic offering set to hit the road, and is sure to be 'expert observational…
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- From:
- 5 Feb 2022 To 5 Feb 2022
The Rocket Man - Tribute to Elton John
Type
Concert
Harrogate
The Rocket Man – A Tribute to Sir Elton John
Are you ready for Love?
Get ready for take-off as we bring you the number one tribute to one of the greatest musicians of all time, Sir Elton John!
Starring world renowned tribute artist Jimmy Love, no one else recreates the flamboyant megastar with as…Dates
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- 22 Apr 2022 To 22 Apr 2022
Diversity - Connected
Type
Concert
Harrogate
After nine sell out UK tours, over 600,000 tickets sold, and countless television and live performances Diversity have announced one of their biggest UK tours to date.
Last year marked 10 years since Diversity took the nation by storm when they won the third series of Britain's Got Talent. Over…
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- From:
- 8 May 2022 To 8 May 2022
A Night at the Proms
Type
Concert
Harrogate
A NIGHT AT THE PROMS is the ultimate, musical celebration in honour of last years 75th Anniversary of V.E DAY. This incredible concert show takes you on a musical journey through World War II, providing an insight in to how music played a pivotal role throughout the most extraordinary period in…
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- From:
- 8 May 2022 To 8 May 2022