What's On in Harrogate
No matter what time of year you visit there will always be a long and varied answer to the question, “What’s on around Harrogate?”
Long established or newly founded
Some of the events that take place through the year have a long history dating back hundreds of years, while other newly created events celebrate hobbies or passion with a likeminded audience.
Harrogate International Festivals organise an eclectic calendar of music, literary and visual events throughout the year.
Heart of local tradition
Events that are part of the local heritage can give the best window into what makes a community tick, from agricultural shows to whacky events that bring the whole town out.
Your passions and interests
The events that take place across the area cater to every interest imaginable, whether your passion is gardening, food and drink, comedy, culture, live music, or history – you can be sure there will be something taking place that will be right up your street.
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Whether it’s your first time or your fiftieth, get ready to (re)discover… Whether it’s your first time or your fiftieth, get ready to (re)discover Harrogate in the most delightful way — with two self-guided,…
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Welcome to the comedy competition where the audience is king and every… Welcome to the comedy competition where the audience is king and every joke counts. The Offbeat Comedy Awards throws stand-ups on the comedy circuit,…
The John Godber Company returns this Autumn with a thrilling theatrical… The John Godber Company returns this Autumn with a thrilling theatrical adventure ‘The Highwayman’. It’s 1769 and everyone is flocking north, every…
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Join us for the Harrogate Autumn Flower Show at our fabulous new home,… Join us for the Harrogate Autumn Flower Show at our fabulous new home, Newby Hall & Gardens. Visitors to the show can also enjoy Newby Hall's…