What’s On in York in April? 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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Want to check a different month? Have a look at our guide to what’s on in York throughout the year.
York Chocolate Festival
16th to the 20th April 2025
York has a proud heritage in chocolate making and celebrates with a Chocolate Festival in March. The festival including the markets and demos are FREE entry. Specific events are at various prices (which can be found on the website programme). The festival market, bars, food factory and demonstrations are located on Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square. Events such as wine tastings, dinners, trails etc are city wide.
What’s On at The Grand Opera House in April?
Clifford St, York YO1 9SW
Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of the Dubliners
Tribute
Sun 6 Apr 2025
The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe
Family
Tue 22 Apr – Sat 26 Apr 2025
What’s On at The York Theatre Royal in April?
St Leonard’s Pl, York YO1 7HD
There’s lots going on at The Theatre Royal in April.
Theatre Tour & Tea
Fri 28 Mar – Sat 02 Aug
Wise Children’s Theatre Maker Workshop
Wed 02 Apr
Wise Children’s Technical Taster Workshop
Fri 04 Apr
Krapp’s Last Tape
Mon 14 Apr – Sat 17 May
The Storm Whale
Tue 15 Apr – Sat 19 Apr
Youth Theatre Summer Term 2025 (Backstage)
Tue 22 Apr
Youth Theatre Summer Term 2025 (8-11s)
Tue 22 Apr – Mon 28 Apr
Youth Theatre Summer Term 2025 (11-14s)
Tue 22 Apr – Mon 28 Apr
Youth Theatre Summer Term 2025 (14-19s)
Tue 22 Apr – Wed 23 Apr
The Thankful Village
Thu 24 Apr – Sat 26 Apr
Crafty Tales Summer 2025
Fri 25 Apr – Fri 18 Jul
Youth Theatre Summer Term 2025 (5-8s)
Sat 26 Apr
Adult Theatre Workshop – Summer Term
Mon 28 Apr
What’s On at The York Barbican in April?
Paragon St, York YO10 4AH
Here are some of the highlights at The York Barbican, but please check their listings for lots more events.
Wed 02 – Fri 05 Apr 2025
Greg Davies – Full Fat Legend
Greg Davies is heading back out on tour for the first time in 7 years with his brand-new 2025 stand-up show Full Fat Legend.
Sun 06 Apr 2025
Al Murray: Guv Island
Al Murray: Guv Island Extended into 2025 with New Extra Brew Material!
Fri 11 Apr 2025
Elkie Brooks – The Long Farewell Tour
Having started her career in music in 1960, a remarkable 64 years of performing live, Elkie Brooks will embark upon her ‘Long Farewell Tour’.
Sat 12 Apr 2025
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.
Sat 12 Apr 2025
Bongo’s Bingo
Bongo’s Bingo is a night full of madness, mayhem and sheer joy that will keep you coming back for more.
Sat 19 Apr 2025
Bongo’s Bingo
Bongo’s Bingo is a night full of madness, mayhem and sheer joy that will keep you coming back for more.
Fri 25 Apr 2025
Matt Goss: The Hits & More
From the award-winning musician who bought you ‘When Will I Be Famous’, Matt Goss ‘The New King of Las Vegas’ will embark upon a brand-new tour for 2025.
Sat 26 Apr 2025
UWCB Ultra White Collar Boxing
Enjoy a fantastic evening of boxing and support our boxers who have trained hard for 8 weeks to step in the ring and raise money for charity.
Tue 29 Apr 2025
Murder Trial Tonight III – The Doorstep Case
Tigerslane Studios, renowned for its captivating true-crime productions, is thrilled to announce the launch of the new season of “Murder Trial Tonight – The Doorstep Case.”
What’s On at The Joseph Rowntree Theatre in April?
Haxby Rd, York YO31 8TA
The Joseph Rowntree Theatre in April.
Check the Joseph Rowntree Theatre for up to date information.
Play, 17-25Hannay Stands Fast
Thu 3 – Fri 4 AprThe thrilling sequel to The 39 Steps!
LimitedLive MusicThe Manfreds are heading to the Joseph Rowntree Theatre for the very first time
Musical, 17-25RENT
Thu 10 – Sat 12 AprA timeless celebration of life, even in the face of adversity.
Tribute ActThe Counterfeit Sixties Show
Sat 19 AprRelive the sounds of the swinging sixties
Live MusicJoin the UK’s hardest swinging band, Down for the Count All-Stars for “one helluva celebration of vintage music”
Live MusicRock Ballads
Sat 26 AprTribute to one of the greatest periods in the history of music
Musical, 17-25The Sound of Music
Tue 29 Apr – Sat 3 MayThe hills are alive…
What Festivals are on in York in April?
