York Christmas Shows 2026

Set inside the candlelit nave of York Minster, this festive show features vocalist Alistair Griffin and the Ebor Quartet performing holiday favourites. Guests will hear reimagined arrangements of hits like Fairytale of New York, Last Christmas, and Rockin' Around The...

Audiences are invited to put on their favourite Christmas jumpers and sing along to a mix of traditional Christmas carols, modern festive favourites, and timeless classics. Aled Jones performs beloved highlights, including his signature rendition of Walking in the Air....

Audiences can enjoy a festive concert featuring folk singer Kate Rusby performing alongside her acclaimed band and the 'Brass Boys'. The performance blends traditional carols, sparkling original tunes, and seasonal classics filled with Yorkshire wit and charm.

Tony Hadley performs big band and swing favorites from legendary crooners including Sinatra, Bennett, and Presley. The evening highlights his singing voice, showmanship, and charm as a raconteur.

The Unthanks present a dream-like winter fantasia that embraces both the dark and light of the season through a mix of traditional and original songs. Audiences can hear international carols reimagined across diverse musical styles, from a Beach Boys-inspired German...

Audiences experience Charles Dickens' festive classic performed on a bare stage using the author's unaltered 1853 reading script. Through voice alone, solo performer Mathew Jones brings Victorian London, Scrooge's counting house, Fezziwig's ball, and the visiting spirits to life. The...

Created by folk musician Olivia Graham specifically for historic churches, this performance combines traditional music with storytelling. Carols, hymns, and chants drawn from historical sources are presented alongside tales of 7th-century Northumbrian saints. The performance takes place amid candlelight tailored...

Audiences follow Clara's adventures as she is swept away by her Nutcracker Prince into an enchanting winter wonderland. The stage production features dancing snowflakes, the Sugar Plum Fairy, and the notorious Mouse King. The ballet is performed to Tchaikovsky's enduring...

The concert presents an orchestral programme focused on the music of Johann Strauss II, including The Blue Danube, the Die Fledermaus Overture, and the Tritsch-Tratsch Polka. The performance also features pieces from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite and The Sleeping Beauty, Shostakovich’s...

When thieves break into Father Christmas' grotto and steal all the presents, Katie hitches a ride on a magical bird to the North Pole to help save the holiday. Audience members join Katie on an interactive adventure to solve clues...

Guests experience a live concert performed by a 16-piece chamber orchestra accompanied by full sound production and a lighting show. The performance features compositions from classic holiday films including Home Alone, Elf, The Muppet Christmas Carol, and The Nutcracker, as...

The concert features an orchestral programme centered on the music of Johann Strauss II, including the Die Fledermaus Overture, Tritsch-Tratsch Polka, and The Blue Danube. Audiences will also hear pieces from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite and The Sleeping Beauty, alongside waltzes...

The Piccadilly Sinfonietta and a violin soloist perform an evening of classical works by candlelight inside Leeds Cathedral. The concert features Vivaldi's The Four Seasons alongside Corelli's Christmas Concerto and Pachelbel's Canon in D. The programme also includes Elgar's Nimrod,...

Classical soprano and The Voice UK star Nadia Eide performs alongside special guests in a festive concert. The performance showcases music from stage and screen, including songs from Phantom of the Opera, The Sound of Music, Matilda, Home Alone, and...

Folk musician Olivia Graham presents a touring performance that reimagines Advent and Christmas through the perspective of 7th-century Celtic Christians. The program weaves carols, hymns, and chants drawn from historical sources alongside traditional tales of the saints of Northumbria. Staged...

A live orchestra performs Craig Armstrong's score for 'Love Actually' during a film screening. The event projects the film on a large screen while the orchestra plays the soundtrack.

Northern Ballet presents a magical rendition of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol.' Follow Ebenezer Scrooge on a transformative journey guided by three spectral visitors, encountering the warmth of family and the promise of a brighter future. This visually stunning ballet,...

Kick off the holiday season with a spectacular 'Fanfare for Christmas' concert. This cherished annual event at the Royal Hall features the renowned Brighouse and Rastrick Band and the singers of the Harrogate Gilbert and Sullivan Society. Prepare for an...

Join the Carriageworks Theatre for 'The Lost Present: A Christmas Adventure,' a magical theatrical experience perfect for the holiday season. This enchanting play promises a festive journey filled with excitement and holiday spirit, making it an ideal outing for families...

Get ready for a festive and hilarious evening with World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker's 'Harry Christmas!' show in Leeds. He's bringing his unique blend of poetry, humor, and holiday spirit to the city. Expect brand new poems, beloved festive...