What’s On in York in March? 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.
Sondheim We Remember by Pick Me Up Theatre
Theatre 41 – 41 Monkgate, York YO31 7PB
March 27-30 2024
A celebration of composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim. Featuring music from his Broadway shows, Film scores and TV specials. Pick Me Up are thrilled to be performing this show originally planned for 2020 – before his death in 2021 – he is now our true Giant In The Sky!
Brahms: Ein deutsches Requiem
York Barbican, Saturday 23 March, 7.30pm
Join York Musical Society chorus and orchestra for an evening of music by Brahms and Dvořák. Conducted by David Pipe and featuring soloists Anita Watson (soprano) and Alex Ashworth (bass), Brahms’ beautiful requiem will be sung in German, as originally written. The programme also includes Dvořák’s exultant Te Deum and Brahms’ Academic Festival Overture.
Tickets cost between £7–26 (children under 13 with a paying adult are free) and can be purchased here or on the door on the night.
York Chocolate Festival
27th to the 31st March 2024
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.
York Unleashed Comic-Con
York Racecourse, Knavesmire, York, YO23 1EX
Sunday 3rd March 2024, 11am to 5pm
York Unleashed Comic-Con is back at York Racecourse hosting another fun and friendly celebration of all things geeky! This is the big one!
On all 6 floors of the Knavesmire Stand, it’s the perfect day out for all the family as it is filled to the brim with media guests. There will also be movie scene attractions, costume characters, movie vehicles and so much more for you to enjoy!
York Unleashed has been designed to bring out the mega fan in everyone and there will be plenty of opportunities for those new to the convention scene and for seasoned con-goers to have fun and explore a range of pop culture interests such as superheroes, anime, manga, horror, gaming and Disney. There is everything from Lego to wrestlers, dinosaurs to Ghostbusters…..for Star Wars fans we also have the man behind Yak Face, Sean Crawford, for you to meet!
Advance entry 10am with an advance ticket. Advance tickets are £12 per adult, £6 for Under 16’s.
General entry tickets can be purchased on the door from 11am on the day of the event. These are £10 per person, and discounted rate of £5 for under 16s. (Please note, we take cash only on the door). General entry tickets cannot be pre-booked.
Buy your tickets here: https://www.unleashedtickets.co.uk/ourshop/
Candlelit Concerts – Candlelit Buble
St Olaves Church, York
Saturday March 9th 2024 8PM to 9PM
Fancy being serenaded by Buble by candlelight? Treat your loved ones this Mothers day with a night of magical music set in a stunning backdrop of 1000 candles. Performed by Jamie Flanagan, one of the worlds leading Michael Buble tribute acts, listen to old classics and new in the atmospheric setting of the Q church York.
Check out all the details at Ignite Concerts.
Buy Candlelit Concert tickets here.
Kids Dig York
Young people in York will have a unique opportunity to get their hands dirty and uncover hidden parts of the city’s past, as Kids Dig York returns. From 25 March to 6 April, children aged 8 to 12 can join a real dig alongside experts from York Archaeology at Willow House, just inside Walmgate Bar, for three-hour hands-on sessions.
What Festivals are on in York in March?
York Restaurant Week
11th – 17th March 2024
York Restaurant Week is a “celebration of the vibrant food and drink scene in York city centre. For a whole week restaurants, cafés, pubs, bars, hotels, and street food vendors offer fantastic fantastic savings on set menus all priced at £5, £10, £15, £20 or £30.
Diners have access to a wide variety of dining experiences, ranging from afternoon tea to a full three course meal. It’s a great opportunity to try somewhere new, and an affordable way for families and friends to dine out together.”
What’s On at The Grand Opera House in March?
Clifford St, York YO1 9SW
Sing-a-Long-a Matilda
What’s On at The York Theatre Royal in March?
St Leonard’s Pl, York YO1 7HD
There’s lots going on at The Theatre Royal in March.
What’s On at The York Barbican in March?
Paragon St, York YO10 4AH
Here are some of the highlights at The York Barbican, but please check their listings for lots more events.
Fri 01 Mar 2024
BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR
Featuring a brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography, the Banff Mountain Film Festival comes to York Barbican in 2024.
Sat 02 Mar 2024
THE MAKINGS OF A MURDERER
Join the Scottish Detective David Swindle, who brought Peter Tobin to justice, as he explores the world of the serial killer. 18+ advised
Sun 03 Mar 2024
CAROLINE QUENTIN – THE PLOT SO FAR…
Due to unforeseen circumstances the upcoming performance of Caroline Quentin’s The Plot So Far has been cancelled. Your point of purchase will be in contact to arrange for a refund.
Wed 06 Mar 2024
THE MUSICAL BOX
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of ‘Selling England By The Pound’.
Thu 07 Mar 2024
ADAM ROWE: WHAT’S WRONG WITH ME?
Host of the global smash-hit podcast Have A Word & star of Live At The Apollo; Adam Rowe is hitting the road with his brand new stand-up tour.
Fri 08 Mar 2024
TONY HADLEY – THE BIG SWING TOUR
Performing some of the greatest swing songs from a classic era of music from artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett, along with reworked classics from his own repertoire including Gold and True.
Sat 09 Mar 2024
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 09 Mar 2024
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.
Sun 10 Mar 2024
10CC THE ULTIMATE ULTIMATE GREATEST HITS TOUR 2024
Plus special guest Paul Canning. 50 years on from their debut album, art pop and soft rock legends 10cc have announced an extensive UK tour for Spring 2024.
Tue 12 Mar 2024
JAKE BUGG – YOUR TOWN TOUR 2024
Jake Bugg has announced his Your Town Tour for 2024.
Mon 18 Mar 2024
DIRTY DANCING LIVE IN CONCERT
The timeless love story of Baby and Johnny will be brought to life in concert-form next year, as Dirty Dancing in Concert will tour the UK, celebrating the soundtrack that defined a generation.
Tue 19 Mar 2024
FEEDER
All these years on and the Feeder juggernaut still thunders on, with no intention of slowing down.
Wed 20 Mar 2024
LEIGH FRANCIS – MY FIRST TIME
BAFTA-Award winning comedian, Leigh Francis, announces his first ever live tour ‘My First Time’.
Thu 21 Mar 2024
GIOVANNI PERNICE – LET ME ENTERTAIN YOU
Giovanni Pernice is back in 2024 for his brand new live tour – LET ME ENTERTAIN YOU! The Strictly Come Dancing champion and BAFTA winner is the epitome of live entertainment.
Fri 22 Mar 2024
SWIFTOGEDDON – THE TAYLOR SWIFT CLUB NIGHT
A night dedicated to worshipping at the altar of Taylor Swift.
Wed 27 Mar 2024
THE BILLY JOEL SONGBOOK STARRING ELIO PACE
The greatest love letter ever to the genius that is Billy Joel is returning.
Thu 28 Mar 2024
MICHAEL BALL
Michael Ball, Britain’s leading musical theatre star, a double Olivier Award-winning, Grammy nominated, multi-platinum recording artist and a hugely popular radio and TV presenter, is coming to York Barbican!
Fri 29 Mar 2024
MARTIN KEMP – THE ULTIMATE BACK TO THE 80’S DJ SET
Fancy a night of 80s ‘Gold’? Is this too good to be ‘True’?! The UKs hottest 80s club night is coming to town.
Sat 30 Mar 2024
YORK CLUBBERS REUNION / IKON & DIVA VS THE GALLERY
1995 – 2005 House & Trance anthems featuring the original resident DJs of both clubs and very special guests.
What’s On at The Joseph Rowntree Theatre in March?
Haxby Rd, York YO31 8TA
The Joseph Rowntree Theatre in March.
