Events in York in August 2026
York has 12 sourced events in August 2026. Compare dates, venues, and ticket sources below, then build the rest of your trip around the events you choose.
The York calendar for August 2026 leads with these:
- Paul Smith - Venue Premium TicketsAug 1York Barbican · Source: Ticketmaster
- Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club - YorkAug 1York Barbican · Source: Ticketmaster
- Velma Celli’s Bottomless Drag BrunchAug 1Impossible York · Source: Ticketmaster
By TripSapien Research · Updated May 20, 2026
Sourced events
- Aug 7
New York Brass Band & Hyde Family Jam - Venue Premium Tickets
York Barbican. Music · Other.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Aug 9
- Aug 14 - Aug 15
- Aug 15
- Aug 17
- Aug 20
- Aug 21
- Aug 22
- Aug 25
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Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Aug 1 - Aug 10
York Early Music Festival
A renowned festival featuring performances of early music by international artists across various historic venues in York.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Aug 14 - Aug 16
York Food and Drink Festival
A celebration of local and regional food and drink with stalls, tastings, and cooking demonstrations held in the heart of York.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Aug 20 - Aug 23
York Mystery Plays
A revival of the medieval cycle of mystery plays performed in outdoor settings around York, showcasing local talent and community involvement.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
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