What’s On in York in August? 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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This post is up to date at the point I publish it – but I’ll update it as we get closed and more events appear.
What’s On at The Grand Opera House in August?
Clifford St, York YO1 9SW
What’s On at The York Theatre Royal in August?
St Leonard’s Pl, York YO1 7HD
There are no listings for The Theatre Royal at the time I am updating this. Do check their website for updates in the meantime.

What’s On at The York Barbican in August?
Paragon St, York YO10 4AH
At the moment The York Barbican does not have many listings, but please check their site for lots more events.
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What Festivals are on in York in August?
What’s On at The Joseph Rowntree Theatre in August?
Haxby Rd, York YO31 8TA
At the moment The Joseph Rowntree Theatre does not have any listings, but please check their site for lots more events.
What’s On for the Kids in August?
Have a look at our post on things to do with kids in York.