Events in York From 25th May – 31st May 2026

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This week in York offers a varied selection of events from May 24 to May 31, 2026. For a quiet evening, look out for film screenings and stage shows at venues across the city. A stage adaptation of a classic children’s tale is on at York Theatre Royal, while a musical film with live band is at York Barbican. If you're after something more social, there are events for singles and comedy nights at Pocklington Arts Centre. Live music runs across genres, from blues at Milton Rooms to a full concert of classic hits at York Barbican. Workshops and interactive exhibitions are available, including one on climate and breastfeeding at All Saints’ Church Pavement. Families can head to York Theatre Royal for a show or visit a green space. Commuting in York works best using public transport, with First Bus and the railway network covering most areas. Be mindful of congestion near the Railway Station, especially around major events. Flooding risks from the rivers Ouse and Foss can also affect travel. You can find a range of options in York this week, whatever suits your mood. Check the listings below for times and locations.

Monday 25th May

The Devil Wears Prada 2 (12a)

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Culture & Arts

A film screening of 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' at Whitby Pavilion Theatre Cinema.

The Magic Faraway Tree (u)

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Family & Kids

A magical theatrical performance of The Faraway Tree takes place at Forum Northallerton.

Tuesday 26th May

Chair Based Move & Stretch

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Fitness & Outdoors

A gentle move and stretch session for all abilities at Pocklington Arts Centre.

Poc-docs Presents: Iron Maiden - Burning Ambition

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Culture & Arts

POC-DOCS presents Iron Maiden's Burning Ambition at Pocklington Arts Centre.

Unified Dating - Meet Singles in York

· Nightlife & Music

A social networking event in York offers a relaxed setting to meet local singles.

Wednesday 27th May

Introduction to Musical Theatre Workshop

· York Theatre Royal · Nightlife & Music

A workshop exploring the basics of musical theatre at York Theatre Royal.

Dirty Dancing in Concert - Film With Live Band - Venue Premium Ticket

· York Barbican · Nightlife & Music

A live band performs the soundtrack to Dirty Dancing during a screening at York Barbican.

Speed Dating - York - Ages 50-65

· Nightlife & Music

A speed dating event for singles aged 50 to 65 at Slug And Lettuce York.

Speed Dating - York - Ages 35-55

· Nightlife & Music

A speed dating event for singles aged 35 to 55 at Slug And Lettuce York.

Thursday 28th May

Sea of Flowers: an Interactive Exhibition

· York Theatre Royal · Culture & Arts

An interactive exhibition titled 'Sea of Flowers' opens at York Theatre Royal.

Ryedale Blues Club - The Lightning Threads

· Milton Rooms · Nightlife & Music

The Lightning Threads perform blues music at The Milton Rooms as part of Ryedale Blues Club.

National Theatre Live: The Playboy of The Western World (12a)

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Culture & Arts

The National Theatre Live brings a 12A-rated performance of The Playboy of the Western World to Forum Northallerton.

National Theatre Live: The Playboy of The Western World

· Selby Town Hall · Culture & Arts

The National Theatre Live broadcasts a performance of The Playboy of the Western World at Selby Town Hall.

Breastfeeding And Climate Change: a Public Health And Sustainability Solution

· Culture & Arts

A University of York lecture links breastfeeding to climate resilience and sustainable public health.

Dirty Dancing Live in Concert - With Band And Singers

· Nightlife & Music

A live concert performance of Dirty Dancing featuring a full band and singers at York Barbican.

Friday 29th May

Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox - Venue Premium Tickets

· Nightlife & Music

Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox performs a live music show at York Barbican.

Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox - The Future is Vintage Tour 2026

· Nightlife & Music

Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox performs vintage-style covers in a live concert at York Barbican.

Saturday 30th May

Comedy Festival 2026: Seeta Wrightson - Middling (Wip)

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Seeta Wrightson performs her new comedy show 'Middling' at Pocklington Arts Centre.

Comedy Festival 2026: Sarah Roberts (Wip)

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Sarah Roberts performs her new stand-up show at the 2026 Comedy Festival at Pocklington Arts Centre.

Comedy Festival 2026: Tom Neenan (Wip)

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Tom Neenan performs his new material 'WIP' at Pocklington Arts Centre as part of the Comedy Festival 2026.

Comedy Festival 2026: Mixed Bill Show

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Nightlife & Music

A mixed bill comedy show takes place at Pocklington Arts Centre as part of the Comedy Festival 2026.

Confluence For Change: Revealing The Hidden Chemical Crisis in Yorkshire's…

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Culture & Arts

An exhibition at Sliding Water Gallery reveals the hidden chemical pollution affecting rivers in Yorkshire.

National Crime Reading Month Launch Event

· All Saints Church, York · Culture & Arts

Launch event for National Crime Reading Month takes place at All Saints' Church Pavement in York.

Paperback Theatre Presents The Wind in The Willows at York Theatre Royal

· York Theatre Royal · Culture & Arts

Paperback Theatre performs 'The Wind in the Willows' at York Theatre Royal in a live stage production.

The Wind in The Willows

· York Theatre Royal · Culture & Arts

A stage adaptation of Kenneth Grahame's classic children's story is performed at York Theatre Royal.

Comedy Festival 2026: Out of The Box

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Nightlife & Music

A stand-up comedy showcase at Pocklington Arts Centre as part of the 2026 Comedy Festival.

Comedy Festival 2026: Marcel Lucont - Les Enfants Terribles - a Gameshow For…

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Marcel Lucont performs his gameshow 'Les Enfants Terribles' at Pocklington Arts Centre.

Comedy Festival 2026: Brennan Reece - New Jokes (Wip)

· Pocklington Arts Centre · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Brennan Reece performs new stand-up material at Pocklington Arts Centre.

A Comedy Extravaganza With Shappi Khorsandi

· York Theatre Royal · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Shappi Khorsandi performs a stand-up comedy show at York Theatre Royal.

Beyond The Woods >> Hazlewood Castle

· Nightlife & Music

A forest festival at Hazlewood Castle features live music from SLAPFUNK, LOCKLEAD, ALISHA, SAOIRSE, and DUNGEON MEAT.

Pierre Novellie: You Sit There, I'll Stand Here

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Pierre Novellie performs his new stand-up show at Theatre at 41 in York.

Sunday 31st May

Comedy Club: Ingrid Dahle, Marty Gleeson & Faizan Shah

· Selby Town Hall · Nightlife & Music

Comedians Ingrid Dahle, Marty Gleeson, and Faizan Shah perform stand-up at Selby Town Hall.