We’re gearing up for the weekend!
But what’s happening in York? YorkMix are hosting the Relay For Life York Carnival with plenty of fundraising fun, Bishy Road are hosting a street party that everyone’s invited to, the Witches Coven is back for its fourth year, and see some wartime vehicles with Cold War Wheels at Yorkshire Air Museum.
This Sunday is also Father’s Day! Why not treat the fatherly figure in your life to a Classic Car Show at Castle Howard or run for a good cause with R U Taking the P…?
Take a look at our full guide below.
What’s on in York this weekend, Friday 19 – Sunday 21 June
Relay For Life York Carnival
Relay for Life York is back! Join us for the 24 hour relay, and lots of family entertainment, live music, carnival rides, and much more.
Bring your camping chairs and picnic blankets down on Saturday 20th June, food on offer, grab yourself an ice cold drink from the York RI New Lane Clubhouse Bar and enjoy the FREE entertainment!
- York RI, New Lane, York, YO24 4NT
- Sat 20 Jun
- 11am – 9:30pm
- More info
Oh Zeus!
Kings of Comedy Le Navet Bete are back! For lovers of Fawlty Towers, Bottom and The Play That Goes Wrong, Oh Zeus! is a riotous, all-out, hilarious ride through Greek mythology.
When the stability of Olympus is threatened by the marriage of Zeus’s daughter Hebe to a mere mortal, the King of the Gods hatches a plan to derail the wedding. Three actors play 40 characters in this mythical farce through Ancient Greece, the Underworld and back. Expect sensational physical comedy, outrageous jokes, fast-paced chaos, and more togas than you can smash a plate at.
- York Theatre Royal, St. Leonard’s Place, York, YO1 7HD
- Thu 18 – Sat 20 Jun
- 7:30pm (2:30pm Sat matinee)
- More info
Bishy Road Street Party
Bishy Road Street party incoming on Sunday 21st June 11-4. We have a fantastic day planned with loads of live music, street food, children’s area, mini market and much more.
- Bishy Road
- Sun 21 Jun
- 11am – 4pm
- More info
Beverley Knight
The Queen of British Soul, Beverley Knight MBE, announces a huge UK headline tour for June 2026. A testament to her incredible talent and much-loved hits, this unique show will also share inspiring stories from Beverley’s life on the stage. She will perform her biggest hits as well as favourites from musical theatre and cherished songs which have inspired her journey alongside her legendary live band.
- York Barbican, Paragon St, York, YO10 4AH
- Sat 20 Jun
- 7:30pm
- More info
Father’s Day Car Show
The Father’s Day Classic Car & Motor Show features over 500 vintage, classic and modern classic cars and motorcycles on display, in addition to live commentary, vehicle judging and awards, live music, trade and autojumble stalls and quality food, drinks and ice cream.
- Castle Howard, York, YO60 7DA
- Sun 21 Jun
- From 10am
- More info
R U Taking the P..? 2026
R U Taking the P…? is back this Father’s Day! On 21st June 2026, head to Rowntree Park to run 5K or 10K your way to raise awareness of prostate cancer and raise vital funds for York Against Cancer.
We’re thrilled to add an option of a 10k this year, which will be the 5k route twice – pick your challenge and get running!
R U Taking the P…? is open to anyone over 8 years old who would like to join us to help to raise awareness of prostate cancer, a disease which more than 50,000 people are diagnosed with in the UK every year. The event will raise funds for York Against Cancer to help us support cancer patients and their loved ones in York, North and East Yorkshire.
- Rowntree Park, York
- Sun 21 Jun
- From 9am
- More info
Les Misérables (School Edition)
The epic tale of redemption and revolution is retold in this abridged edition, performed by the young talent of the award-winning NETheatre York. After 19 years as a prisoner, Jean Valjean is freed by Javert, the officer in charge of the prison workforce. But after Valjean breaks parole and uses stolen silver to reinvent himself as a mayor and factory owner, Javert vows to bring Valjean back to prison. Eight years later, Valjean becomes the guardian of a child named Cosette after her mother’s death, but Javert’s relentless pursuit means that peace will be a long time coming. Will Valjean ever escape from Javert and will justice finally come to pass?
- Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Road, York, YO31 8TA
- Tue 16 – Sat 20 Jun
- 7:30pm (2:30pm Sat matinee)
- More info
Cold War Wheels Car and Bike Show
Our celebration of cars and bikes (and even the odd bus) from the 1960s, 70s and 80s, against a backdrop of our Cold War jets.
Including display of classic 1960s Minic Motorway (a mix of slotcar track and model railway). Peak 60s nostalgia!
- Yorkshire Air Museum, Halifax Way, Elvington, York YO41 4AU
- Sun 21 Jun
- 10am – 5pm
- More info
The Witches Coven 2026
Our Witches’ Coven returns on 20th June at 6 pm, gathering outside Hocus Pocus Hotel on Patrick Pool.
As the evening unfolds, expect live entertainment and singing, a shared group meditation, and the chance to step inside and explore the hotel itself. Guests can enjoy a complimentary drink, take part in our Best Dressed Competition, and gather with like-minded souls as the city begins to shift around us.
As night settles, the Coven will move out into the streets of York, led by Mad Alice, guiding you through the stories and shadows that linger long after dark. All ages, genders and mystical creatures are welcome.
- Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel, 2 Patrick Pool, York, YO1 8BB
- Sat 20 Jun
- 6pm
- More info
What’s Love Got To Do With It? A Tribute To Tina Turner
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of high-energy, feel-good rock and soul, brought to life by a phenomenal live band. Packed with all the classic hits you know and love, the show delivers showstopping performances of Proud Mary, River Deep – Mountain High, Simply The Best, Private Dancer, Nutbush City Limits, and many more.
- Grand Opera House York, Cumberland Street, York YO1 9SW
- Sun 21 Jun
- 7:30pm
- More info
Freida Nipples presents…The Exhibitionists
Join York’s own Internationally Award-Winning Burlesque Artist Freida Nipples as she welcomes some of her favourite & most fabulous performance artists from across the UK and further afield to YTR this June.
From Burlesque to Drag and beyond, be sure to expect the unexpected. Get ready to be dazzled, shocked and in awe by these performers. Only a few things are guaranteed, glamour, gags and giggles. Get ready to explore the world of The Exhibitionists.
- York Theatre Royal, St. Leonard’s Place, York, YO1 7HD
- Sat 20 Jun
- 8pm
- More info
Jukebox Idols Starring Nadiya and The Overtones
Brought to you by the producers of the West End smash hit Rip It Up 60s, Jukebox Idols is a non-stop whirlwind of the greatest hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s’ biggest music icons that celebrates the era-defining music that poured from jukeboxes around the globe to create the unforgettable soundtrack of a generation.
Joining The Overtones and Nadiya will be a stellar supporting cast of dancers as they swing, bop, jive and rock ‘n’ roll their way throughout the ultimate jukebox show, bringing to life the show-stopping hits from legends such as Nat King Cole, Elvis Presley, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Motown and many more – a song and dance spectacle for music lovers everywhere.
- York Barbican, Paragon St, York, YO10 4AH
- Fri 19 Jun
- 7:30pm
- More info
