August 2026 Events in Yorkshire
Enjoy new experiences in August over the summer, head out and be entertained.
Free and Low Cost Summer Family Days Out
Days Out Yorkshire guide to free and low cost days out in Yorkshire this summer. Summer Holidays stretching out before you, take advantage of the many free days out in Yorkshire for some summer family fun.
Summer Holidays in Yorkshire
Entertain your family this school summer holiday in Yorkshire. Great ideas to keep everyone entertained, many are free. From outdoor theatre and cinema, to summer trails, water time fun, beaches and great family fun events.
Weekly Guide to Summer Holiday Fun in Yorkshire
Family summer holidays events and attractions. Summer family fun across Yorkshire, create wonderful family memories at Yorkshire great summer holiday events and attractions.
27th July to 2nd August
Yorkshire Day
1st August 2025
Yorkshire Day is the 1st August. Celebrate with a fantatsic day out in Yorkshire, check our guide to the best Yorkshire Day events across beautiful and historic Yorkshire.
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Whitby Traction Engine Rally
31st July to 2nd August 2026
A full programme of top steam fair attractions including: Tractor Pulling, Steam Engines, Classic Cars, Vintage Tractors, Classic Motorcycles, Fairground Organs, Miniature Steam Engines, Stationary Engines and Vintage Commercials.
Ryedale Show
28th July 2026
Ryedale Show is a traditional Agricultural Show providing a showcase of British farming and associated rural activities. Established in 1855. This year returnign to Duncombe Park. More Yorkshire Country Shows
St Wilfrid's Procession - Ripon
1st August 2026
The St Wilfrid’s Procession around the City of Ripon dates back to 1108, the procession as we know it today with brightly decorated lorries and a carnival like atmosphere.
Thirsk and Sowerby Festival
2nd August 2025
Thirsk and Sowerby Festival on the flatts is a free volunteer run family event, with loads of full on fun, live music and much much more.
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3rd to 9th August
Summer Holidays Events in Yorkshire
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Withernsea Blue Light Weekend
8th and 9th August 2025
A fantastic free family weekend, with air show, mascot championships, colour run, raft races and live music all for fun and to highlight the importance of the emergency services on land and sea.
Yorkshire Wartime Experience
7th to 9th August 2026
The Yorkshire Wartime Experiece has some of the most respected Living History Groups presenting their magnificent displays from the 1st and 2nd world war.
Saltburn Folk Festival
7th to 9th August 2026
Saltburn Folk Festival is a friendly, multivenue festival, set in a historic seaside town on the stunning North Yorkshire coast.
Driffield Steam Fair
8th and 9th August 2026
A family fun weekend filled with nostalgia of steam. Plenty for all the family to enjoy, from the large range of steam engines to the fairground there’s something for everyone.
Egton Bridge Gooseberry Show
4th August 2026
Egton Bridge, eight miles from Whitby in the North York Moors National Park, is the setting for the oldest surviving gooseberry show in the country, established in 1800. More Yorkshire Country Shows
VW Festival
7th to 9th August 2026
Bring the family for a great day out at VW Festival at Harewood House in Leeds. It's a full weekend of live entertainment, live music, kids rides and lots of VWs with a laid back atmosphere.
Whitby Regatta
8th to 10th August 2026
The Whitby Regatta presents to you a full weekend of entertainment, embracing yacht racing, rowing races and various free forms of entertainment finishing with a prize presentation and spectacular firework display.
Halifax Agricultrual Show
8th August 2026
Vintage Vehicles, Heavy Horse, craft Market, farmyard animals, Jonathan Marshall free Spirits, The Fire Band, Carsosel and Kids area, beekeeping and much more.
Autumn Cactus and Succulent Show at RHS Harlow Carr
8th August 2026
A spectacular showcase of these resilient and captivating plants, set against the picturesque backdrop of our stunning garden.
Thornton-Le-Dale Show
5th August 2026
Thornton le Dale Show attracts visitors from far and near. There is something for everyone to enjoy from livestock to crafts to trade stand.More Yorkshire Country Shows
Filey Food Festival
8th and 9th August 2026
At Filey Food Festival there are over 65 stalls showcasing the very best of Yorkshire food and drink as well as fantastic produce from outside the region. Taking place within the Evron Centre and Crescent Gardens.
Elvington Large Model Airshow
8th and 9th August 2026
experience the airshow, but there are also many model trade stalls, arts/ crafts stalls, food/drink stalls, childrens play area, evening entertainment and more!
Yorkshire Attractions
Yorkshire Attractions and days out. Discover a wealth of attractions across the county; historic buildings, animal attractions and the great outdoors - something for everyone.
What's On in September
September is one of the busiest months in Yorkshire for festivals with a wide range of food, music, walking and arts events scheduled to keep you and the family entertained.
Summer Holidays Events in Yorkshire
Family summer holidays events and attractions. Summer family fun across Yorkshire, create wonderful family memories at Yorkshire great summer holiday events and attractions.
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10th to 16th August
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What's On in September
September is one of the busiest months in Yorkshire for festivals with a wide range of food, music, walking and arts events scheduled to keep you and the family entertained.
The Magpies Festival
14th and 15th August 2026
The boutique festival offers an eclectic line-up of folk, americana, acoustic, swing, world music and everything in between.
FEVA
14th to 23rd August 2026
FEVA - Festival of Entertainment and Visual Arts is a 10 day annual event in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire. The event compromises a mixture of paid and free events, with lots of free family orientated events.
Staithes Lifeboat Weekend
14th to 16th August 2026
Come along to annual fundraising weekend. From dressing in your finest nightie, building rafts to cheering on yellow ducks racing down the beck!
Mirfield Show
23rd August 2026
Mirfield Show is an annual agricultural country show and family fun day, it is held at the Showground Huddersfield Road, Mirfield on the third Sunday in August.
Great British Food Festival at Wentworth Woodhouse
15th and 16th August 2026
Combining the nation's love of great food and drink with some of the country's most treasured locations. GBFF offers a chance to enjoy some very special time together.
Tribfest
21st to 23rd August 2026
Tribfest, the world's biggest, and best, tribute band music festival! The festival offers a full lineup and varied mix across all 6 stages. There’s something for everyone with bands from the 60s, to current chart acts.
Temple Newsam Food Festival
15th and 16th August 2026
Returning to 2026 to the grounds of Temple Newsam in Leeds. Chef demos, tribute acts, live entertainment, quality food and drink producers.
Danby Show
12th August 2026
Ferrets · Horses · Horticulture and Handicrafts · Livestock · Fur and Feather
Dog Show · Sheep dog trials
Vintage Machinery and Motorcycles · Bilsdale Silver Band · Vanguard Historical Re-enactment
Food and a Beer Tent
Arthington Show
16th August 2026
Held on the outskirts of Otley at the Showground opposite the garden centre. Expect a range of family entertainment and main ring agricultural and animal events.
FEVA
14th to 23rd August 2026
FEVA - Festival of Entertainment and Visual Arts is a 10 day annual event in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire. The event compromises a mixture of paid and free events, with lots of free family orientated events.
17th to 23rd August
What's On in September
September is one of the busiest months in Yorkshire for festivals with a wide range of food, music, walking and arts events scheduled to keep you and the family entertained.
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Whitby Folk Week
.22nd to 28th August 2026
A week of folk in Whitby, with a wide range of local and National performers, childrens events and a craft fair at venues across Whitby.
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What's On in September
September is one of the busiest months in Yorkshire for festivals with a wide range of food, music, walking and arts events scheduled to keep you and the family entertained.
Summer Holidays Events in Yorkshire
Family summer holidays events and attractions. Summer family fun across Yorkshire, create wonderful family memories at Yorkshire great summer holiday events and attractions.
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25th to 31st August
Yorkshire Attractions
Yorkshire Attractions and days out. Discover a wealth of attractions across the county; historic buildings, animal attractions and the great outdoors - something for everyone.
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Wensleydale Show
29th August 2026
Wensleydale Agricultural Show is a great day out. A traditional Dales show located close to Leyburn, North Yorkshire in the heart of Wensleydale. More Yorkshire Country Shows
Yorkshire Attractions
Yorkshire Attractions and days out. Discover a wealth of attractions across the county; historic buildings, animal attractions and the great outdoors - something for everyone.
Malham Show
29th August 2026
There is plenty to see at Malham Show, from sheep & cattle, horses & working dogs to music and even axemen displays! More Yorkshire Country Shows
Whitby Folk Week
.22nd to 28th August 2026
A week of folk in Whitby, with a wide range of local and National performers, childrens events and a craft fair at venues across Whitby.
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Yorkshire Events Calendar
Calendar of events for 2026 in Yorkshire, festivals,days out, fairs across Yorkshire, plan your time in Yorkshire around a great day out or show.
Yorkshire Attractions
Yorkshire Attractions and days out. Discover a wealth of attractions across the county; historic buildings, animal attractions and the great outdoors - something for everyone.
What's On in September
September is one of the busiest months in Yorkshire for festivals with a wide range of food, music, walking and arts events scheduled to keep you and the family entertained.
Summer Holidays Events in Yorkshire
Family summer holidays events and attractions. Summer family fun across Yorkshire, create wonderful family memories at Yorkshire great summer holiday events and attractions.
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