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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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PQA Harrogate
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
PQA is a weekend performing arts academy providing tuition for children and young people from 3-18 years. Students spend three hours with us, rotating through hour-long sessions in Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre and Film & Television. Students are split into groups according to their age and are...
Dates
- From:
- 11 Oct 2017 To 31 Dec 2018
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- 11 Oct 2017 To 31 Dec 2018
Liza Dracup: Landmarks
Type
Exhibition
Harrogate
New work by Yorkshire photographer Liza Dracup inspired by the visualisation of the landscape of northern England found in the work of early photographers in the Mercer's photographer collection.
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 17 Sep 2018 To 8 Jan 2019
Autumn Show
Type
Exhibition
Harrogate
An eclectic show for the coming months featuring talented emerging and established Yorkshire artists based in a welcoming informal environment. Original paintings, prints, ceramics, wood turned sculpture, fine art photography and drawings. Do visit! Open one weekend a month and every Friday or...
Dates
- From:
- 5 Oct 2018 To 18 Jan 2019
Stockeld Park: Christmas Adventure
Type
Christmas
Wetherby
Stockeld Park - where magic is made & adventures begin.... Nestled within ancient woodland, Stockeld Park hosts its Adventure Seasons from Halloween through to Christmas. We have a real outdoor ice skating rink, an Enchanted Forest filled with interactive sculptures and playgrounds, a huge...
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 1 Nov 2018 To 7 Jan 2019
Friday Night Dance Club
Type
Music
Harrogate
Social dance every Friday during school terms. If you can get round the floor please join us to do ballroom and latin american dancing with your partner. 7.30-10pm. £10 per couple which includes tea/coffee/herbal tea and cakes at about 8.30pm.
Dates
- From:
- 9 Nov 2018 To 21 Dec 2018
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- 11 Jan 2019 To 22 Feb 2019
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- 8 Mar 2019 To 12 Apr 2019
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- 3 May 2019 To 24 May 2019
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- 7 Jun 2019 To 19 Jul 2019
Festive Afternoon Tea at Rudding Park
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
Enjoy Festive Afternoon Tea in the conservatory with a complimentary glass of prosecco 1-14 December and a complimentary glass of Taittinger Champagne 15-23 December.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Dec 2018 To 23 Dec 2018
Glow - Winter Illuminations at RHS Garden Harlow Carr
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
Enjoy Harlow Carr in a different light this winter as special lighting effects bring a touch of magic to the garden. You'll find an illuminated trail around the magnificent trees and shrubs as dusk falls. See the Queen Mother's Lake, Winter Walk, Streamside, Doric columns and Alpine House as you've...
Dates
- From:
- 13 Dec 2018 To 15 Dec 2018
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- 20 Dec 2018 To 22 Dec 2018
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- 27 Dec 2018 To 29 Dec 2018
The Australian Pink Floyd
Type
Music
Harrogate
Performing the music of Pink Floyd with note for note perfection, this critically acclaimed tribute show has been astonishing audiences worldwide. Striving to reproduce the Pink Floyd experience and bring the music to new audiences, the show continues to include a stunning light and laser show,...
Dates
- From:
- 13 Dec 2018 To 13 Dec 2018
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Michael Jackson Festive Tribute Night
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
If you like tribute nights then you are in for a treat! Here at The Cairn Hotel we have a Michael Jackson Festive tribute night which also includes a 2 course dinner, coffee, tribute act and a disco until 1am.
If you'd like to book or find out more visit our website http://strathmorehotels-thecairn...Dates
- From:
- 14 Dec 2018 To 15 Dec 2018
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The Harrogate Christmas Concert
Type
Music
Harrogate
Every year Harrogate Convention Centre fills with musicians young and old for The Christmas Event in Harrogate. Approximately 300 primary school children join forces with Harrogate Choral Society and Harrogate Symphony Orchestra in this family friendly concert.
Every year there are three teams of...
Dates
- From:
- 15 Dec 2018 To 15 Dec 2018
Winter Ghost Stories: Oh Whistle
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Written and performed by R M Lloyd Parry
'A sad tale's best for winter: I have one
Of sprites and goblins '
Shakespeare, The Winters TaleThe tradition of the yuletide ghost story probably goes back centuries. But it arguably reached its highpoint in Cambridge, around 1900, when Montague Rhodes...
Dates
- From:
- 15 Dec 2018 To 15 Dec 2018
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Spofforth Christmas Fair
Type
Christmas
Wetherby
A Christmas Fair, including local craft stalls, games for the kids, Santas Grotto, Mulled Wine and a local school choir. Fun for young and old alike
Dates
- From:
- 16 Dec 2018 To 16 Dec 2018
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- 16 Dec 2018 To 16 Dec 2018
Winter Ghost Stories: A Warning to The Curious
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Written and performed by R M Lloyd Parry
'A sad tale's best for winter: I have one
Of sprites and goblins '
Shakesepare, The Winters TaleThe tradition of the yuletide ghost story probably goes back centuries. But it arguably reached its highpoint in Cambridge, around 1900, when Montague Rhodes...
Dates
- From:
- 16 Dec 2018 To 16 Dec 2018
Carols By Candlelight At Rudding Park
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
Join us at Rudding Park Chapel for music and carols from High Row Choir, followed by mulled wine and a two course dinner at Rudding House.
Carols 7pm
Drinks Reception 8pm
Dinner 8.15pmParty tables will be in use so smaller bookings...
Dates
- From:
- 19 Dec 2018 To 19 Dec 2018
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Turkish Baths Late Night Shopping
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
Give the gift of relaxation this Christmas. Enjoy taster treatments with our experienced therapists and discover our full range of Christmas gifts including luxury gift sets and gift cards.
At 6pm take a free tour and discover the most fully restored Victorian Turkish Baths in Britain.
Dates
- From:
- 20 Dec 2018 To 20 Dec 2018
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Freddie Mercury Festive Tribute Night
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
If you like tribute nights then you are in for a treat! Here at The Cairn Hotel we have a Freddie Mercury Festive tribute night which also includes a 2 course dinner, coffee, tribute act and a disco until 1am.
If you'd like to book or find out more visit our website http://strathmorehotels-thecairn...Dates
- From:
- 21 Dec 2018 To 22 Dec 2018
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Tom Jones Festive Tribute Night
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
If you like tribute nights then you are in for a treat! Here at The Cairn Hotel we have a Tom Jones Festive tribute night which also includes a 2 course dinner, coffee, tribute act and a disco until 1am.
If you'd like to book or find out more visit our website http://strathmorehotels-thecairn...Dates
- From:
- 22 Dec 2018 To 23 Dec 2018
Festive Family Lunch at Rudding Park
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
A relaxed family buffet lunch at Rudding House with Christmas activities to entertain the children and a prize for the best Christmas jumper!
And back by popular demand., follow the trail to meet Santa in his Garden Grotto and make sure he's received your Christmas list!
£47 per adult
£27 per child...Dates
- From:
- 23 Dec 2018 To 23 Dec 2018
New Year's Eve At Horto Restaurant, Rudding Park
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
Embark on an adventure of food and flavour combinations. Guests will receive a glass of Champagne on arrival followed by a nine course Tasting Menu which will make for an unforgettable dining experience.
To welcome 2019, head over to Clocktower which, for one night only, will be transformed into a...Dates
- From:
- 31 Dec 2018 To 1 Jan 2019
New Year's Eve at the Clocktower, Rudding Park
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
For one night only Clocktower will be transformed into a sophisticated club for the party crowd – the ultimate party destination.
With a DJ that mixes classics, current pop tracks and big party tunes, if you love dance music, this is the place to be.
Dinner 7.30pm for 8pm
Carriages ...Dates
- From:
- 31 Dec 2018 To 1 Jan 2019
Black & White Ball at Rudding House
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
A glamorous evening with dinner and dancing to welcome 2019. Chris Hilton's Little Big Band mix the greatest hits from the fifties onwards with the best of today's great tunes.
Experience an amazing show of exciting, energetic live musical entertainment right through into the New Year. One great...Dates
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- 31 Dec 2018 To 1 Jan 2019
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Wesley Centre Concerts: Kitty Whately
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Lunchtime song recital by Kitty Whately (mezzo-soprano) and Simon Lepper (piano). Kitty Whately (mezzo-soprano) and Simon Lepper (piano) will give a song recital entitled ‘From the Pens of Women’, including settings by Jonathan Dove and Vaughan Williams.
Dates
- From:
- 7 Jan 2019 To 7 Jan 2019
Harrogate International Sunday Series: Louis Schwizgebel
Type
Harrogate International Festivals
Harrogate
The Harrogate International Sunday Series returns once again to the Swan Hotel for a series of Sunday Morning Chamber Concerts. Opening the 2019 series is the incredibly talented pianist, Louis Schwizgebel. Born in Geneva in 1987, Swiss-Chinese pianist Louis Schwizgebel has been described as an...
Dates
- From:
- 13 Jan 2019 To 13 Jan 2019
Winter Ghost Stories: Shivers
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
By Adam Z Robinson
A trio of delightfully thrilling new ghost stories, set to the haunting sounds of the violin.
The Book of Darkness & Light contains within it some of the most chilling tales ever told. Supernatural mysteries stir from its pages.
You feel a prick on your neck. Your blood stills...
Dates
- From:
- 18 Jan 2019 To 18 Jan 2019
Berwins Salon North: What Matters Most
Type
Harrogate International Festivals
Harrogate
Berwins Salon North is a revolutionary movement for the heart and mind; consisting of a night of the most stimulating ideas in art, science and psychology designed to change your life for the better. Join three expert speakers at the Crown Hotel for three inspiring TED-style talks on the ‘Secrets...
Dates
- From:
- 24 Jan 2019 To 24 Jan 2019
Between Us
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Written and conceived by Elizabeth Carter
With music and lyrics by Josef Pitura-Riley
Directed by Rhonda Carlson and Kevan Patriquin 'A heart-warming and thought-provoking production... it holds a lot of resonance and appeal for those looking for a deeper understanding of what it might mean to...
Dates
- From:
- 24 Jan 2019 To 24 Jan 2019
Hyena Comedy Club January 2019
Type
Comedy
Harrogate
This excellent stand up show right on your doorstep is the perfect night out for people who like laughing.
Forget boring Saturday night telly and see stand-up at its best: live.Dates
- From:
- 26 Jan 2019 To 26 Jan 2019
Hyena Lounge Kids Comedy January 2019
Type
Comedy
Harrogate
The Hyena Lounge Kids Comedy Club
With jokes that are suitable for children but funny enough to get everyone laughing, it has all the feel of a real comedy club... but without the rude bits or swearing, it's cracking fun!
A great way to entertain the whole family.Line up to be announced later....
Dates
- From:
- 26 Jan 2019 To 26 Jan 2019
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Fun Burns Night Supper
Type
Music
Harrogate
Warm up in January with our Fun Burns Night. Join us on Saturday 29th January 2019 for only £27.00 per person, including bubbly drinks reception, 2 course 'Burns themed' dinner with tea or coffee & ceilidh band.
Dates
- From:
- 29 Jan 2019 To 30 Jan 2019
Harrogate International Sunday Series: Peter Moore
Type
Harrogate International Festivals
Harrogate
The Harrogate International Sunday Series returns once again to the Swan Hotel for a series of Sunday Morning Chamber Concerts. Performing in February, Yamaha International Artist Peter Moore became the youngest ever winner of the BBC Young Musician of the Year Competition in 2008, at the tender...
Dates
- From:
- 3 Feb 2019 To 3 Feb 2019
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Wesley Centre Concerts: Julien Brocal
Type
Concert
Harrogate
Lunchtime recital by the French pianist Julien Brocal, winner of the BBC Music Magazine Newcomer Award 2018; He will be performing three works, Paisajes by Mompou, Miroirs by Ravel and Variations Chopin by Mompou.
Dates
- From:
- 4 Feb 2019 To 4 Feb 2019
Rouse, Ye Women
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Mary Macarthur and the Women Chainmakers - a folk opera by Neil Gore and John Kirkpatrick
In 1910 the women chainmakers of Cradley Heath focussed the world's attention on the plight of Britain's low-paid women workers involved in the 'home-working sweated industries', hammering out chain-links in...
Dates
- From:
- 4 Feb 2019 To 9 Feb 2019
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- 9 Feb 2019 To 9 Feb 2019
Rouse, Ye Women
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Mary Macarthur and the Women Chainmakers - a folk opera by Neil Gore and John Kirkpatrick
In 1910 the women chainmakers of Cradley Heath focussed the world's attention on the plight of Britain's low-paid women workers involved in the 'home-working sweated industries', hammering out chain-links in...
Dates
- From:
- 4 Feb 2019 To 9 Feb 2019
- From:
- 9 Feb 2019 To 9 Feb 2019
Clare Teal's Mini Big Band 2019 Swing's The Thing
Type
Music
Harrogate
Swing's The Thing
A celebration of popular music from the golden age of song - upbeat and uplifting to the extreme.
This brand new show sees award winning vocalist and Radio 2 presenter Clare Teal and her excellent musicians effortlessly traverse a rich landscape of timeless and sparkling...Dates
- From:
- 8 Feb 2019 To 8 Feb 2019
Emergence
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Introducing the new postgraduate performance company of Joss Arnott Dance and the University of Salford.
Emergence's inaugural tour for 2019 will see two of the North's dance power house choreographers Joss Arnott (Joss Arnott Dance) and Sharon Watson (Phoenix Dance Theatre), create two original...
Dates
- From:
- 9 Feb 2019 To 9 Feb 2019
2019 Chinese New Year Extravaganza
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Come and join the celebration as Chinese New Year returns to Harrogate with another unique and exciting show of cultural spectacle.
Touring across the country to celebrate the biggest festive event on the Chinese calendar, 'Chinese New Year Extravaganza' features a team of performers showcasing...
Dates
- From:
- 14 Feb 2019 To 14 Feb 2019
DadMan; The Bathtime Warrior
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
This is a show about not baby-sitting your own kids.
DadMan is a warrior. He stands strong at the gates of an ideal Birth-Plan and sings the blues about Being The Only Man At A Parent And Baby Group. He courageously navigates the precipices of School Runs. DadMan enters the contest for the title...
Dates
- From:
- 14 Feb 2019 To 14 Feb 2019
- From:
- 14 Feb 2019 To 14 Feb 2019
An Audience with Sir Michael Parkinson 2019
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Sir Michael Parkinson 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...
Dates
- From:
- 15 Feb 2019 To 15 Feb 2019
Odd Encounter
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Everything I know about love, I learned from Brief Encounter. Oh, Fred.
But when it comes to matters of the heart, could it be time for us to move on? Isnt all that just a bit old fashioned now?
A riotous mash-up of cabaret, theatre show and wedding reception, Odd Encounter asks if the whole...
Dates
- From:
- 16 Feb 2019 To 16 Feb 2019
Lipstick On Your Collar
Type
Music
Harrogate
Direct from London's West End...
Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn't touch the floor. Get your dancing shoes at the ready, grab yourself a milkshake and relax - you are in for an evening of back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s!
From the...
Dates
- From:
- 16 Feb 2019 To 16 Feb 2019
Harrogate International Sunday Series: Ruisi Quartet
Type
Harrogate International Festivals
Harrogate
The Harrogate International Sunday Series returns once again to the Swan Hotel for a series of Sunday Morning Chamber Concerts. Winners of the Royal Philharmonic Society award for Young British String Players, the Ruisi Quartet has established a reputation as a charismatic and expressive ensemble,...
Dates
- From:
- 17 Feb 2019 To 17 Feb 2019
In Other Words
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
They call it 'the incident' now. What happened, when they first met. He always said it was part of his romantic plan, but they both know that's rubbish.
Join Arthur and Jane, at the beginning, as they tell us their story.
Connected by the music of Frank Sinatra, this intimate, humorous and deeply...Dates
- From:
- 21 Feb 2019 To 21 Feb 2019
Women - Wise
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
An evening of contemporary dance theatre presented by Untold Dance Theatre .
An intergenerational cast of seven women share stories of finding confidence through comedic and thought provoking dance theatre.
'We want to share our stories of love, loss, loathing and laughter!'
Women-Wise...
Dates
- From:
- 21 Feb 2019 To 21 Feb 2019
The Bon Jovi Experience
Type
Music
Harrogate
The Bon Jovi Experience are the world's first and finest tribute to the great Bon Jovi and are the world's only tribute to have been requested by and to have performed live on stage with Jon Bon Jovi himself. They are also the only tribute to have been featured on the official Bon Jovi website...
Dates
- From:
- 22 Feb 2019 To 22 Feb 2019
Wild
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
It's really hard to talk about birth without descending into enormous clichés. So we are going to do it with ferocity and comedy. And a glitter bomb.
Katie and Laura talk about birth in different ways. They made a show to challenge that talk, challenge each other and challenge the accepted.
WILD...
Dates
- From:
- 22 Feb 2019 To 22 Feb 2019
Beyond Belief
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Loss, immortality and our digital souls
What would happen if you could live forever? If you could bring your loved one back to life and resurrect their digital soul? Beyond Belief is a powerful and moving journey into the unnerving future of life and death in our social media obsessed, technology...
Dates
- From:
- 23 Feb 2019 To 23 Feb 2019
Horrible Histories A Brand New Barmy Britain
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead!
So its time to prepare yourselves for Horrible Histories live on stage with a brand new West End show that has never toured before featuring all new scenes!
Be reduced to rubble by the ruthless Romans! Would you be shaken...
Dates
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- 25 Feb 2019 To 26 Feb 2019
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- 25 Feb 2019 To 26 Feb 2019
A Lad in Pannal pantomime
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Get on board the magic carpet ride with Pannal Players this February half-term for their riotous pantomime 'A Lad in Pannal'. Will cheeky chappie Aladdin come good and get to marry his Princess Joanne or will the evil Shazabanaza set him under her spell to steal the magic lamp? Packed with...
Dates
- From:
- 27 Feb 2019 To 2 Mar 2019
ZOG
Type
Theatre
Harrogate
Large in size, and keen in nature, Zog is so eager to win a golden star at Madam Dragons school, where dragons learn all the things that dragons need to know. Zog tries so very hard, perhaps too hard, and he bumps, burns and roars his way through years one, two and three.
Luckily, the plucky...
Dates
- From:
- 28 Feb 2019 To 28 Feb 2019
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- 28 Feb 2019 To 28 Feb 2019
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- 28 Feb 2019 To 28 Feb 2019
Berwins Salon North: What Makes You Who You Are?
Type
Harrogate International Festivals
Harrogate
Drink, Think and Be Inspired…
Berwins Salon North is a revolutionary movement for the heart and mind, consisting of a night of the most stimulating ideas in art, science and psychology designed to change your life for the better. Join three expert speakers at the Crown Hotel for three...
Dates
- From:
- 28 Feb 2019 To 28 Feb 2019
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