February 2026 Days Out in Yorkshire!
February Highlights
Splendid Snowdrops
Wrap up and head out to see the first beautiful signs of spring on a snowdrop walk. Carpets of snowdrops on woodland floors are a spectacular sight.
February Half Term Family Fun
February half term is going to be local, take a look at our selection of local and home activities to keep the family entertained.
Valentines Day
Valentines Day in Yorkshire, special and varied ways to show your soulmate, your family, friends you love or enjoy a special treat just for you. Alternative ideas for ways to enjoy a day out on Valentines day.
2nd to 8th February 2025
February Half Term Family Fun
February half term is going to be local, take a look at our selection of local and home activities to keep the family entertained.
Snowdrops in the Woodlands at Burton Agnes
2026 Dates TBC
Every February, thousands of hardy snowdrops push through the cold winter ground to create a magnificent ‘white carpet’ across the woodland floor here at Burton Agnes.
Whitby Steampunk Weekend
2026 Dates TBC
Whitby Steampunk Weekend XVII a cornucopia of delightful indulgences and fanciful extravagances for all your sumptuous decadent desires, dreams and pleasures, and all held indoors at Whitby Pavilion.
Festival of British Railway Modelling
2026 Dates TBC
The Festival of British Railway Modelling is a celebration of the amazing world of model railways from around the British Isles. 30+ hand-picked, British working layouts from a variety of major scales and gauges.
Ilkley Beer Festival
2026 Dates TBC
Charity Beer Festival run by Ilkley Round Table with over 120 beers, plus, lager, prosecco, gin and cider. Live music at each session and food available.
Luminescence A Winter Light Trail
6th November 2025 to 28th February 2026
Set amidst the 17-acre wooded gardens of Swinton Park Hotel, you will be transported to an ethereal illuminated experience depicting the magic of the natural world through an extensive light installation and using the beauty of Mother Nature as the inspiration for the various tableaux around the mile-long trail.
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The Turner Prize Exhibition
27th September 2025 to 22nd February 2026
The world’s most exciting visual arts prize is coming to Bradford for the first time. In the year the UK celebrates the 250th anniversary of JMW Turner’s birth, the Turner Prize heads to Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, Bradford.
9th to 15th February
Splendid Snowdrops
Wrap up and head out to see the first beautiful signs of spring on a snowdrop walk. Carpets of snowdrops on woodland floors are a spectacular sight.
Yorkshire Games Festival
2026 Dates TBC
An extravaganza of games culture, design, and production as the museum celebrates all things gaming across two weeks of exciting activity including a packed half term of gaming fun. At National Science and Media Museum, Bradford
Snowdrops in the Woodlands at Burton Agnes
2026 Dates TBC
Every February, thousands of hardy snowdrops push through the cold winter ground to create a magnificent ‘white carpet’ across the woodland floor here at Burton Agnes.
Dark Skies Festival - North York Moors
2026 Dates TBC
Tenth Dark Skies Festival in the up-coming year - this festival will be full of activities and opportunities for you to appreciate the wonders of the night sky. Celebrate this fantastic anniversary by attending a stargazing event in the North York Moors, there's lots to choose from!
Dark Skies Festival - Yorkshire Dales
2026 Dates TBC
Local businesses in and around the Yorkshire Dales National Park are hosting various events to help visitors get under the starry skies and experience the best of the Yorkshire Dales by night.
Stage4Beverley Winter Festival
2026 Dates TBC
Stage4Beverley traditionally brings a celebration of music to the town, featuring styles ranging from Folk to Blues, Jazz to Classical, Americana to World Music, mixed with a touch of comedy, spoken word and drama, to appeal to all tastes and ages.
The Turner Prize Exhibition
27th September 2025 to 22nd February 2026
The world’s most exciting visual arts prize is coming to Bradford for the first time. In the year the UK celebrates the 250th anniversary of JMW Turner’s birth, the Turner Prize heads to Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, Bradford.
Luminescence A Winter Light Trail
6th November 2025 to 28th February 2026
Set amidst the 17-acre wooded gardens of Swinton Park Hotel, you will be transported to an ethereal illuminated experience depicting the magic of the natural world through an extensive light installation and using the beauty of Mother Nature as the inspiration for the various tableaux around the mile-long trail.
Leeds Storytelling Festival
2026 Dates TBC
A brand-new family festival to enthral and inspire! The magic of storytelling unites cultures and generations. From award-winning family theatre and acclaimed author readings to costume-making workshops and a city-wide trail - this truly is a festival for everyone!
What's On in March
Mad March Days Out in Yorkshire. Ideas for great days out in March in Yorkshire, discover springtime in Yorkshire, plan a mothers day for everyone to remember and the start of festival season.
16th to 22nd February
Wakefield Rhubarb Festival
2026 Dates TBC
Rhubarb lovers rejoice – Wakefield’s celebration of its most famous vegetable, the Rhubarb Festival, returns to paint the city pink for three days. One of the first food and drink festivals in the national calendar, it promises to start things off with a bang!
East Riding Stages Rally 2024
2026 Dates TBC
Competitors will start from the beautiful market town of Beverley, before tackling the fast stages through the Yorkshire countryside. Once again there will be a Superspecial Stage on Beverley Westwood, just ten minutes walk from the FanZone in Saturday Market.
Dark Skies Festival - Yorkshire Dales
2026 Dates TBC
Local businesses in and around the Yorkshire Dales National Park are hosting various events to help visitors get under the starry skies and experience the best of the Yorkshire Dales by night.
Sunday Snowdrops at Goldsborough Hall
2026 Dates TBC
A spectacular display of snowdrops in the 12-acre grounds. In the very heart of the picturesque North Yorkshire countryside, this powerful winter display showcases our impressive range of snowdrops!
Snowdrops in the Woodlands at Burton Agnes
2026 Dates TBC
Every February, thousands of hardy snowdrops push through the cold winter ground to create a magnificent ‘white carpet’ across the woodland floor here at Burton Agnes.
Dark Skies Festival - North York Moors
2026 Dates TBC
Tenth Dark Skies Festival in the up-coming year - this festival will be full of activities and opportunities for you to appreciate the wonders of the night sky. Celebrate this fantastic anniversary by attending a stargazing event in the North York Moors, there's lots to choose from!
Leeds Storytelling Festival
2026 Dates TBC
A brand-new family festival to enthral and inspire! The magic of storytelling unites cultures and generations. From award-winning family theatre and acclaimed author readings to costume-making workshops and a city-wide trail - this truly is a festival for everyone!
The Turner Prize Exhibition
27th September 2025 to 22nd February 2026
The world’s most exciting visual arts prize is coming to Bradford for the first time. In the year the UK celebrates the 250th anniversary of JMW Turner’s birth, the Turner Prize heads to Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, Bradford.
Luminescence A Winter Light Trail
6th November 2025 to 28th February 2026
Set amidst the 17-acre wooded gardens of Swinton Park Hotel, you will be transported to an ethereal illuminated experience depicting the magic of the natural world through an extensive light installation and using the beauty of Mother Nature as the inspiration for the various tableaux around the mile-long trail.
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18th January to 7th September 2025
The statues of Graham Ibbeson at The National Coal Mining Museum. A captivating sculpture trail leads you around inside and outside spaces, introducing memorable moments of mining history and much-loved performers. Figures include Coal Widow, Eric Morecambe, Laurel & Hardy and Ken Dodd.
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19th December 2024 to 1st March 2025
While exploring the Sports Heritage display in the Community Corridor on the second floor, look out for the answers to some important questions about Leeds sports icons.
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23rd February to 1st March 2025
Rainy Days Out Guide
Where to go when the rain is pouring down, it's cold or you just feel like being indoors.
The Turner Prize Exhibition
27th September 2025 to 22nd February 2026
The world’s most exciting visual arts prize is coming to Bradford for the first time. In the year the UK celebrates the 250th anniversary of JMW Turner’s birth, the Turner Prize heads to Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, Bradford.
Luminescence A Winter Light Trail
6th November 2025 to 28th February 2026
Set amidst the 17-acre wooded gardens of Swinton Park Hotel, you will be transported to an ethereal illuminated experience depicting the magic of the natural world through an extensive light installation and using the beauty of Mother Nature as the inspiration for the various tableaux around the mile-long trail.