Join in with Yorkshire Dales life in the wonderful collection of events and festivals that take place throughout the year.
From local agricultural shows to walking festivals, legendary arts and music in Dales villages, to the warmth and atmosphere of the Christmas Markets,
there’s always something to see and do whatever the time of year.
2025 Events
Yorkshire Dales Dark Skies Festival – Friday 14th – Sunday 2nd March 2025
Skipton Car Show – Sunday 1st June 2025
Great Yorkshire Show, Harrogate – Tuesday 8th – Friday 11th July 2025
Yorkshire Day Celebrations – Friday 1st August 2025
Gargrave Show – Saturday 16th August 2025
Art in the Pen, Skipton – Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th August 2025
“Lovely stay - would recommend the Black Horse in Giggleswick for great food and atmosphere, also 'Off the Rails' cycle tour from Ribblehead Station to Ingleton and Clapham - both very pretty areas. Check out the size of the gobstoppers at the tea shop in Gargrave!”