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

  • 17th May

    Harrogate Celebration of Fashion

    Piazza outside Victoria Shopping Centre, Station Parade, Harrogate HG1 1AE
    Harrogate BID is pleased to announce the return of the Celebration of Fashion for 2025 – showcasing the town’s fashion and retail offer. Following the success of the inaugural event...
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  • 24th May - 1st June

    May half term at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

    Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, Ripon, HG4 3DY
    This May half term it's all about birds and nature at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal. Head to the bird hide, just 2 minutes from the main visitor centre, to...
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  • 5th June

    Berwins Salon North – The Healing Power of Sound

    The Crown Hotel, Harrogate, HG1 2RZ
    What if music could heal? What if the way we listen could transform our relationships? And what if what we’ve been told about mental health isn’t quite the whole story?...
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  • 14th June

    Summer Concert – Romantics and Radicals

    Holy Trinity Church, Kirkby Road, Ripon, HG4 2EY
    Schumann and Tchaikovsky meet Stravinsky and Prokofiev. This final concert of the season juxtaposes Schumann's intensely lyrical cello concerto and Tchaikovsky's poignant Andante Cantabile , performed by St Cecilia's principal...
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  • 26th June

    Mike Lovatt’s Brass Pack

    Royal Hall, Ripon Road, Harrogate HG1 2SY
    Mike Lovatt is a renowned UK virtuoso trumpeter, recording artist, and sought-after educator, celebrated for his versatility across genres. He is Principal Trumpet of the Grammy-nominated John Wilson Orchestra, the...
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  • 27th June

    Young Musician 1: Trio Concept

    Wesley Centre, Oxford Street, Harrogate HG1 1PP
    Founded in 2013 in Turin, Trio Concept have quickly established themselves as one of the leading ensembles in the classical music world. In 2023, they won First Prize at the...
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18th May

Little Ouseburn Open Gardens & Green Man Festival

Little Ouseburn, YO26 9TD
Enjoy a fantastic family day out with over 10 beautiful gardens open to explore! Discover a range of attractions including classic cars, plant sales, a tombola, and delicious lunches and teas. Kids will love taking part in the Green Man mask trail and competition. Free parking available – everyone’s welcome!

18th May

Nidderdale Walk & Run – Rotary Club of Harrogate

Pateley Bridge
Join the Rotary Club of Harrogate for a fundraising walk with a difference! Choose from six scenic routes - 4, 8, 15, 18, 22 or 26 miles and raise money for a charity close to your heart. Whether you're walking or running, it’s a great way to get active and support a good cause. Find out more here

19th May

Charity Quiz for Saint Michael’s Hospice

The Empress, 10 Church Square, Harrogate HG1 4SP
Join us for a Charity Quiz Night to raise vital funds for Saint Michael's Hospice. The event kicks off at 7:30 PM, offering a fun-filled evening of trivia, friendly competition, and community spirit. There will also be a raffle with some fantastic prizes up for grabs. All proceeds will go toward supporting the incredible work of Saint Michael's Hospice. Don’t miss out - call 01423 567629 to reserve your spot today.

22nd May

Becket, A Murder Mystery Play

St Andrew's Church, Kirkby Malzeard, HG4 3RT
Medieval Village of Kirkby Malzeard to première a play on the murder of Archbishop Becket during reign of Henry II, performed by professional actors and Mowbray Theatre Group. Find out more here

25th May

Climate Fresk – an interactive & sociable climate change awareness…

Prologue, Cold Bath Road, Harrogate, HG2 0NA
Climate Fresk is all about having fun while learning about climate change and how we can make a positive impact together! Find out more here

28th May

Tewit Youth Band ‘have a go’ session

Harrogate Library, Victoria Avenue, HG1 1EG
Tewit Youth Band is holding a ‘have a go’ session. If you're aged 7-17, come along on 28th May 10:00-12:00 or 12:00-14:30, to try our Brass instruments. Which one will you prefer?

29th May

Fundraising Fashion Show with Miss York – Action for Children

Boroughbridge Manor and Lodge Care Home, Roecliffe Lane, Boroughbridge, York YO51 9LW
Join us from 10:30am for a fundraising Fashion Show with special guest, Miss York - Marcie Reid. Raising money for Action for Children.

1st June

Great Ouseburn Garden Festival

Great Ouseburn, York, YO26 9RL
Great Ouseburn’s annual garden festival is a beloved event, drawing hundreds of visitors to explore over 15 beautiful gardens, enjoy live music, and relax with homemade treats in the café. Running since 1991, it’s grown steadily—attracting guests from across the Pennines—and raises vital funds for local causes like the church, school, cricket club, youth group, and village hall. In June 2024, it hit a record-breaking £14,000! Find out more here

7th - 15th June

North Yorkshire Open Studios

Harrogate
Across two weekends - 7–8 and 14–15 June, over a dozen Harrogate artists will open their private studios to the public. Showcasing a diverse mix of figurative art, coastal scenes, landscapes, metal leaf designs, and linocuts, this free event offers a rare chance to meet artists, explore their workspaces, and buy original art. A walking guide will be available from local businesses and studios for those planning a relaxed day of art discovery. Find out more here