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.
NOISES OFF
Tue 31 Oct – Sat 04 Nov
AN EVENING WITH ANTON DU BEKE AND FRIENDS
Mon 06 Nov
STICK MAN
Tue 07 Nov – Wed 08 Nov
TOM DAVIS: UNDERDOG
Thu 09 Nov
CRIMES ON CENTRE COURT
Fri 10 Nov – Sat 11 Nov
THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936
Tue 14 Nov – Sat 18 Nov
UNDER THE LITTLE RED MOON
Thu 16 Nov – Thu 16 Nov
AN EVENING WITH SIR MICHAEL PARKINSON
Mon 20 Nov
UNCANNY: I KNOW WHAT I SAW
Tue 21 Nov
SWINGING AT THE COTTON CLUB
Wed 22 Nov
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.
RESCHEDULED – AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE
Roll up, roll up. . . the UK’s longest running burlesque show returns – bigger than ever. Expect the unexpected – it’s cabaret o’clock!
THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC
Calling all Dancing Queens, this is your night to say, Thank you for the Music! This international smash-hit tribute show brings all ABBA’s number one hits to the stage in a production like no other!
SIMON REEVE – TO THE ENDS OF THE WORLD
Simon is an author and TV presenter, and one of the world’s most adventurous travellers.
BEVERLEY KNIGHT
The Queen of British Soul will perform twenty very special headline dates across some of the UK’s major cities throughout October and November 2023.
SCOUTING FOR GIRLS
Indie Pop Band, Scouting for Girls, will visit York Barbican as part of their major UK headline tour this autumn!
LAUGH OUT LOUD COMEDY CLUB
Bringing the best live stand-up to York, featuring comedians from shows such as Mock The Week, 8 Out of 10 Cats, and many more.
SARAH MILLICAN: LATE BLOOMER
When Sarah Millican was a bairn, she wouldn’t say boo to a goose. Quiet at school, not many friends, no boobs til she was 16.
IGNACIO LOPEZ
Expect observational stand-up, wicked humour, and sharp lines, from the exotic outsider comedian with over 100 million video views online.
UK SNOOKER CHAMPIONSHIP 2023
The UK Championship will once again take place at York Barbican in 2023.
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