What’s On

Not sure what to do this month? Discover local events and what's on in Harrogate, Ripon & the wider District below...

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Latest Events

  • 14th July - 8th December

    Guided social walk at Brimham Rocks

    Summerbridge, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 4DW
    Head to Brimham Rocks on the second Sunday of every month for a free social walk led by our volunteers.
  • 4th - 12th October

    Wetherby Festival

    Wetherby
    The 46th Wetherby Festival starts on FRIDAY 4TH OCTOBER and runs until 12th OCTOBER. Yes, we know, it’s the height of summer (we do hope summer arrives soon) but it’s...
  • 8th October - 1st December

    Raworths Book Trail

    The Pinewoods, Harrogate
    The Mission: A Magical Adventure Awaits! Join us in celebrating the Children’s Festival as part of the Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival with an exciting interactive adventure through the Pinewoods! Gather...
  • 10th October

    Theresa May | The Abuse of Power

    The Crown Hotel, Harrogate
    Theresa May | The Abuse of Power Thursday 10 October 2024 | 7pm The Crown Hotel, Harrogate Ticket pricing includes a book. Bundle Prices 1 Book + 1 Ticket: £34...
  • 11th October

    William Hanson | Just Good Manners

    The Old Swan Hotel, Harrogate
    William Hanson | Just Good Manners Friday 11 October 2024 | 6pm The Old Swan Hotel, Harrogate Tickets: £16 Please note all bookings are subject to a £2.50 transaction fee....
  • 11th October - 2nd November

    Fountains by Floodlight

    Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 3DY
    Explore glowing ruins and shadowed archways and hear choral music echoing through the abbey this autumn. Bring all the family and discover Fountains Abbey lit up after dark. Join a...

Community Events

1st October - 4th March

Knaresborough and District Men’s Forum

Knaresborough House, High Street, HG5 0HW
All sorts of retired gents meet 10am Tuesday mornings throughout winter for a cuppa and an hours talk by guest speakers on every topic imaginable. Entrance £3. No subs

8th October

Autumn Gathering of the Yorkshire Agricultural Society’s Women In Farming…

Hornington Manor, Bolton Percy, York
Inspiring stories about stepping into agriculture as a second career will be shared as rural women are brought together in celebration.

10th - 13th October

ACQUIRE – Fine Jewellery & Silverware Event

Crown Hotel, Harrogate, Crown Pl, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2RZ.
Following the success of the inaugural ACQUIRE event in 2023, organisers are pleased to announce its return for 2024. Taking place from the 10th to the 13th of October in Harrogate’s historic town centre, this premier selling event will feature 28 contemporary artisans, each showcasing fine jewellery and silverware. Hosted at the elegant Crown Hotel, the event provides a unique opportunity for visitors to discover high-quality craftsmanship from across the UK. Find out more at: https://www.acquire.uk.com/.

11th - 14th October

Yorkshire Dales Cheese Festival

Yoredale, Bainbridge, Leyburn, North Yorkshire DL8 3EL.
The festival celebrates the incredible produce of the Dales – cheese very much included! – with local businesses throughout the National Park hosting their own special events, menus and tastings to mark the occasion. One weekend may not be long enough to pack in everything delicious that the Dales has to offer, but we’re going to give it a good try. Look out for cheesy bites and themed dishes in local cafes and restaurants, demos using local produce, cookery courses, dining experiences, Yorkshire gin and ales, specially created dairy ice creams and sorbets, jams, jellies and chutneys, locally-reared meat on menus, and the chance to meet the makers. Find out more at: https://www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/things-to-do/whats-on/shows/cheese-festival/. 

11th - 13th October

Haworth Steampunk Weekend

Haworth, BD22.
You will see Steampunk Victorian/ Edwardian fashion, Steampunk vehicles, dancers, tea duelling, best dressed, Steampunk accessories and Steampunk traders. Steampunks gather to socialise, shop and be entertained whilst taking in the lovely atmosphere and pretty surrounds. This is annual charity event raised money for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice last year. Find out more at: https://www.facebook.com/haworthsteampunkweekend. 

11th October

Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

King James's School Knaresborough
Rotary Club of Knaresborough presents 'A formal meeting of experts or specialists to discuss topics of interest'. Three speakers: Brian Forshaw - Mother Shipton Prof Kate Adams - Children's Imaginary Friends Andy Wilkins - Future of Health

12th October

Harrogate Grammar School 50 Years Reunion – Class of 74…

Harrogate Grammar School, Main Hall, HG2 0DZ
From 7:30pm to 11:00pm. Ticket to include buffet. Pay As You Go Bar. Partners welcome. Profits to PTA. To express interest email here by 31st July

12th October - 5th January

New Light Prize Exhibition

Mercer Art Gallery, Harrogate
Visit Mercer Art Gallery in Harrogte to see the latest exhibition. Find out more HERE: https://newlight-art.org.uk/

13th October

Saint Michael’s Ripon Sunrise Trail

Sawley Village Hall to Ripon
Calling all early birds! Run, jog or walk this 6-mile scenic route from Sawley to Ripon Cathedral via Studley Royal Deer Park as the sun rises. REGISTER HERE>