What’s On in York in November?  Whether you are visiting the city or, like me, you live here it’s always good to have a list of what’s on so you can plan your month ahead!  As always, things are subject to change, so do check with the individual venue to make sure of the most up to date details.  Links to venues can be seen below highlighted in red. 

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November sees some of the Christmas festivities starting such as York Christmas Market.  Also check out our post on what’s on at Christmas in York.

Candlelit Concerts – Candlelit Christmas

St Olaves Church, York

November 30, December 1st and 2nd 2023  8PM to 9PM

There will be a series of candlelit concerts from September until Christmas with different themes.  Check out all the details at Ignite Concerts. 

Buy Candlelit Concert tickets here.

Enchanting harmonies beneath flickering flames: A timeless celebration of Christmas with our mesmerizing candlelit concert and captivating string quartet. Set in the beautiful St Olaves church in York, a string quartet will take you on a festive journey with classic Christmas songs, from the likes of The Pogues and George Michael to Christmas carol favourites. Enjoy a mulled wine and take in the magical atmosphere.

Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer

St Saviourgate, York YO1 8NQ

Saturday 25th November, 2023  6.00pm or 8.30pm

Candlelight Concerts – The Best of Hans Zimmer.

Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Programme

• Dune Suite
• Dunkirk – Supermarine
• Gladiator – Now We Are Free
• Gladiator Suite
• Inception – Time
• Interstellar – Cornfield Chase
• Madagascar – Zooster’s Breakout
• Man of Steel – Flight
• Pirates of the Caribbean Suite
• Sherlock Holmes – Discombobulate
• The Dark Knight – A Dark Knight
• The Lion King – This Land
• The Pacific – Honor
• Wonder Woman Theme

Buy tickets here for Candlelight Concerts – The Best of Hans Zimmer.

Poetry Night/Howl

Howl, 7 Castlegate, York / 16th November 

Enjoy an evening of candlelit poetry at a relaxed cafe-bar. Gather some friends, bring a date, or come independently- this event is for everyone, plus it’s free!

Small plates, sharing boards, cheese and charcuterie, and other snacks are available all evening too, alongside wine, cocktails, and craft beer. For more information visit https://www.howlyork.co.uk/events or to book a table for the evening contact hello@howlyork.co.uk

Lunchtime Concert

St Denys’ Church, off Walmgate 4th November from 12-1pm

Bootham Baroque present

Love or Liberty?

Can love and liberty exist in harmony, or do we always have to choose? Join Bootham Baroque to explore this essential question through gorgeous but little-known soprano duets by Bernier and Bononcini. We’ll take a breather from the emotional tension with a beautiful trio sonata by Boismortier for flute, violin and cello.

Rachel Smith—Soprano
Sarah Sketchley—Soprano, Baroque flute
Felicia McCormick—Baroque Violin
Christopher Sketchley—Harpsichord
William Hunt—Baroque cello

Tickets on the door: All adult tickets £5 / Under 16s free
We regret that this venue is via stepped access only

What’s On at The Grand Opera House in November?

Clifford St, York YO1 9SW

What’s On at The York Theatre Royal in November?

St Leonard’s Pl, York YO1 7HD

Here is what’s on at The York Theatre Royal in November.  Click through to The York Theatre Royal for more details on each event.

What’s On at The York Barbican in November?

Paragon St, York YO10 4AH

Here are some of the highlights at The York Barbican, but please check their listings for lots more events.

What Festivals are on in York in November?

To be announced

What’s On at The Joseph Rowntree Theatre in November?

Haxby Rd, York YO31 8TA