
Live music from local bands and artists at THOR'S tipi, Parliament Street, under a giant disco ball.

The Micklegate Singers perform excerpts from their programme inspired by the Making Waves exhibition at York Art Gallery.

A demonstration of Jiu Jitsu, the unarmed self-defence martial art, suitable for all ages, as part of the Making Waves festival.

A relaxed outdoor arts session in the Merchant Adventurers' Hall garden where attendees can draw with guidance from the Clavis Mentis artists.

A half-hour outdoor choral concert by the acclaimed Norwegian choir Fanakoret, performed in the historic York Museum Gardens.

A choral concert featuring the Prima Choral Artists of York and the Norwegian ensemble Fanakoret.

The UK's first academic conference dedicated to grunge, exploring its legacy and influence on music, culture, politics, and society, featuring talks and a presentation by Gordon Raphael.

An evening with a film screening, expert panel discussion and open dialogue on climate and nature challenges.

Author Ben Robinson chats about his debut historical biography Finding Charlotte and displays historical documents from his archive.

A music speed quiz hosted by Rob Scott-South, free to play with prizes and vouchers, with a maximum of six people per team.

A talk by Fabrication Crafts CEO Dawn discussing the changing face of York's high streets, with records, artwork and artifacts on display.

A family-friendly dog-friendly session at The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring, allowing well-behaved dogs to explore the attraction's illusion rooms with their owners.

A free event at The Milner York to explore wedding spaces and meet the coordinator, aimed at engaged couples and those planning their wedding.

Open House event showcasing Quaker creativity with music, poetry and arts, open to all.

A free festival giving public access to York's most fascinating buildings and hidden spaces, exploring the city's architecture and heritage.

An apple picking experience in the historic 200-year-old heritage orchard at Ampleforth Abbey, featuring over 60 varieties of apples.

Wedding fayre with wedding suppliers, canapés and bridal inspiration at The Milner York.

Screening of the documentary 'Internal Victories' followed by a Q&A session with Michael Betteridge, hosted by Emily Crossland, with music by Clare Hammond.

Open studios event across artists' studios throughout York, featuring over 160 artists in more than 100 pavilions.

Outdoor play activity in the Artist Garden behind York Art Gallery, inspired by the exhibition Making Waves, inviting visitors to experiment with mark-making techniques.

Members of the Japanese Gardening Society share their knowledge and expertise in Japanese gardening, from construction and maintenance to restoration, in the Artists' Garden.

Summer holiday activities and exploration in the Yorkshire countryside, featuring self-led family activities on the lawn, walking trails, and children's activities in the Visitor Centre.

The Aesthetica Art Prize returns to York Art Gallery, celebrating its twentieth year as an international platform for contemporary art with 20 finalists.

A city-wide self-guided sculpture trail featuring larger-than-life figures inspired by York Minster's historic stone carvings, designed for visitors of all ages.