Death in The Mesolithic. What The Rituals of Death Tell us About Mesolithic…
A university lecture explores Mesolithic burial rituals and their insights into ancient human experiences.
What's on in York This Weekend
Events in York From 5th June – 7th June 2026
Looking for things to do in York this weekend? You can find a mix of live music, talks, and comedy across the city. Anna Lapwood performs at York Barbican on 5 June at 18:30, and again on 6 June at 13:00. These shows are part of her venue premium ticket series and offer a focused, intimate set. For something different, Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club hosts stand-up at The Basement at Cityscreen Picturehouse on 6 June at 21:00. A short drive away, the National Railway Museum offers insight into York’s transport history. You’ll also find a lecture on Mesolithic burial rituals at 5 June at 17:30. All events are accessible via First Bus or the railway. Note that congestion can occur near the Railway Station, and the city centre sees heavy footfall during events like the UK Snooker Championship. Check listings for times and venues.
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Events in York This Weekend
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Friday 5th June
Anna Lapwood - Venue Premium Tickets
Anna Lapwood performs a live music set at York Barbican as part of a venue premium ticket event.
Anna Lapwood
Singer-songwriter Anna Lapwood performs a live concert at York Barbican.
Saturday 6th June
Haus of Games: Pride Month Party
Haus of Games hosts a Pride Month Party at the Theatre Royal, celebrating LGBTQ+ community.
Story Time With Mama g
Children enjoy stories with Mama G at York Theatre Royal.
The York Ghost Gathering Summer Market
York Ghost Gathering Summer Market takes place at ST Sampson's Centre.
Abba by Moonlight at Carlton Towers
ABBA By Moonlight performance takes place at Carlton Towers.
Elgar: The Dream of Gerontius
The Dream of Gerontius performed by Elgar at York Theatre Royal.
Daytime on The Dancefloor - Summer Edition!
Join a daytime dance event featuring summer vibes and various music genres.
Colour of Fire
An event titled Colour Of Fire takes place at The Crescent in York.
Harry Klaus
Harry Klaus performs at The Arts Barge in York.
Operation Mincemeat: a New Musical
Grand Opera House hosts new musical 'Operation Mincemeat'.
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Clubs York
Top professional comedians perform stand-up at York's longest-running comedy club.
Sunday 7th June
Bring The Drama - The Allerton Players
The Allerton Players present a drama production at the forum in Northallerton.
Sunday Revs Summer Send-off! Last Revs Until September 🎉
York Students gather for the final Sunday Revs event of summer at Revolution.
Batman Begins
Batman Begins screens at Everyman York, featuring Bruce Wayne's fight against Gotham City's corruption.
Eagles of The Republic
Actor George El-Nabawi faces downfall in Egyptian film showing at City Screen Picturehouse.
David Attenborough: a Life on Our Planet
David Attenborough's documentary film screened at City Screen Picturehouse in York.
Ruby Wax: Absolutely Famous Clive Tulloh
Comedian Ruby Wax headlines with her show 'Absolutely Famous' at York's Grand Opera House.
Tim Key: Loganberry
Comedian Tim Key performs his new show Loganberry at the Theatre Royal in York.
Riskee & The Ridicule
Riskee & the Ridicule perform at The Crescent in York.
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