Mon 31 Mar 2025

North Yorkshire Moors Railway, NYMR Pickering station, YO18 7AJ. The main 2025 season opens - visitors can experience the heritage and beauty of one of Britain’s most beloved railways.
Off-Peak (April–June & September–October): Services will operate on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Peak (Easter, July & August): Services will run seven days a week. tel: 01751 472508 email: info@nymr.co.uk web: https://nymr.co.uk

Wed 2 Apr 2025

Bookmarked: Stories with Liv, Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Step into a world of calm, connection, and creativity. These gentle storytelling sessions are perfect for you and your little one to bond through stories and songs. Suitable for 0 - 24 months (siblings welcome too). 10.30am-11.15am. £5, adults free. tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Book online or phone email: info@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/workshops/drawing-in-wire/

Sat 5 Apr 2025 until
 Sun 27 Apr 2025

Ripon Big Sky Wheel, Market Place, Ripon HG4 1BW. The Ripon Big Sky Wheel offers panoramic city views, towering above the obelisk and providing unique perspectives of Ripon's landmarks. The wheel aims to attract a wide audience, increasing visitor time and spending in Ripon. 11am-7pm daily. £5 (under 1.4m) or £7 (over 1.4m). tickets: No booking, just turn up

Sat 5 Apr 2025 until
 Sun 13 Apr 2025

First visit of Bahamas, North York Moors Railway, Pickering YO18 7AJ. Not Wed. Experience the sights and sounds of steam history as No. 45596 Bahamas takes to the tracks at the NYMR for the very first time. Thanks to the Bahamas Locomotive Society, this iconic locomotive will be running on our standard services, dates as above, offering visitors the chance to witness its power and charm up close. web: https://nymr.co.uk

Sat 5 Apr 2025 until
 Sun 6 Apr 2025

The Sloth Lane (U), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. FAMILY FUN animated adventure. After a terrifying storm destroys their home, a speedy sloth named Laura and her kooky family move to the big city in their rusted old food truck, Gordito, hoping to make their business a success. 2.30pm. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Sat 5 Apr 2025 until
 Tue 22 Apr 2025

Easter Egg & Fairy Hunt, Studfold Farm, Lofthouse, Harrogate, HG3 5SG. Studfold Easter Egg & Fairy Hunt. tel: 01423 755084 web: https://www.studfold.com

Sat 5 Apr 2025

Bookmarked: Bookends with Rhubarb Theatre, White Rose BookCafe, Library & Rural Arts. The Bookends pop-up across Thirsk to bring their stories to life. With a rickety old book cart and some novel ideas, surprises leap off every page wherever our papery pals roam. Join our book-bonkers buddies as they act out tales of whales, bonkers bears and manic monsters. Be amazed as they twist fantastic adventures of pathetic pirates, merry musketeers and hairy hairdressers. 10.15–10.45am White Rose Bookcafe, 12.00–12.30pm Thirsk Library, 2.45–3.30pm Rural Arts. Free event.

Sun 6 Apr 2025

Sunday Jazz, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Enjoy the fabulous sounds of the Big Band Era performed, in an open session, by Alan Owens and The Forum Big Band. The bar is open. Noon-2pm. £4. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 11 Apr 2025 until
 Thu 17 Apr 2025

Easter Base Camps, Baldersby Park, Park Rd, Thirsk YO7 3BZ. Fri 11 Apr - Spring detectives and natural art – 5 to 11 year-olds.
Mon 14 Apr - Forage, fire and cooking – 7 to 13 year-olds.
Tue 15 Apr - Archery and den building – 7 to 13 year-olds.
Thu 17 Apr - Spring treasure hunt and nest-making – 5 to 11 year-olds. tel: 07979 526883 email: hannahsecouet@me.com web: https://basecamplearning.co.uk

Fri 11 Apr 2025 until
 Tue 15 Apr 2025

Dog Man (U), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Only Mon Tue Fri. When a faithful police dog and his human police officer owner are injured together on the job, a harebrained but life-saving surgery fuses the two of them together and Dog Man is born. Fri 6.00pm, Mon 2.30pm, Tue 10.30am. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Wed 16 Apr 2025 until
 Thu 17 Apr 2025

A Sketch Book Party, Helmsley Arts Centre, Meeting House Ct, Helmsley, YO62 5DW. Half Term Art Workshop. Join us this Easter holiday for another exciting creative workshop with local artist Nicola Hutchinson. This time it is character design workshop. We will explore the many techniques of drawing & illustration & delve into a world of character creation. Booking essential. 10am, 9.30am & 1pm. tel: 01439 771700 web: http://www.helmsleyartscentre.co.uk

Fri 18 Apr 2025 until
 Mon 21 Apr 2025

The Great Yorkshire Egg Hunt, Monk Park Farm, Green Lane, YO7 2AG. Get ready for an egg-stra special Easter adventure! Explore the Easter Woods, find hidden eggs, and enjoy adorable bunny meet & greets, barrel train rides, wallaby feeding, guinea pig fishing, woodland walks, giant jumping pillows, and more. Every child taking part gets a chocolate treat. 10am. Adult £13.95 Child £16.95 Under 1 £5. tel: 01845 421124 tickets: Online or on the door (For the cheapest price book online) email: admin@monkparkfarm.co.uk web: https://www.monkparkfarm.co.uk

Fri 18 Apr 2025 until
 Thu 24 Apr 2025

Snow White (PG), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot. A beautiful girl, Snow White, takes refuge in the forest in the house of
seven dwarfs to hide from her stepmother, the wicked Queen. The Queen is jealous because she wants to be known as 'the fairest in the land', and Snow White's beauty surpasses her own. Live action remake of the classic. 7.30pm, also 2.30pm Sat & Sun. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Sat 19 Apr 2025 until
 Sun 20 Apr 2025

Easter Living History Weekend, Eden Camp, Malton YO17 6RT. The unique atmosphere of the 1940s will be brought to life with re-enactors, creating a vibrant atmosphere with displays, talks, and engaging activities.
Discover first-hand what life was like to be a soldier in the British and US Armies, as well as the intriguing perspective of German Prisoners of War. Engage in conversations with re-enactors, explore authentic uniforms, and immerse yourself in the challenges faced by those who served during wartime. 10am to 5pm daily, 4pm last entry. £17, Child (5-16) £14, Under 5s free. tel: 01653 697777 tickets: Book online or just come email: admin@edencamp.co.uk web: https://edencamp.co.uk

Sat 26 Apr 2025

Forest School Family Sessions, Willow View Farm, Catton Lane, Topcliffe, Thirsk YO7 3SA. If your children Curious by Nature they'll enjoy the first Forest School Family Session. Take your little explorers and discover the wonders of nature as a family. These family-friendly sessions will be packed with outdoor activities, adventure and hands-on learning in the farm's beautiful surroundings.                     . 9:30am to 11am. £15. tickets: Book online email: curious_by_nature@outlook.com web: https://curiousbynature.simplybook.me

Tue 29 Apr 2025 until
 Sat 3 May 2025

The Sound of Music, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd. York YO31 8TA. The hills are alive once more as award-winning NETheatre York present the ever-popular Rodgers and Hammerstein musical. 7.30pm, also 2.30pm Sat. £20-£24. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sat 10 May 2025

Meet the Emergency Services, Monk Park Farm, Bagby, Thirsk YO7 2AG. Join us for a day packed with family fun, fresh air, and furry friends, with a special twist. On our Emergency Services Day, not only can you enjoy all the farm has to offer, but you'll also have the chance to meet real-life heroes from the Fire Brigade, Police, Red Cross, and DocBike. It’s an exciting day for all ages. 10am-4.30pm (Fri to Mon term-time), every day in school holidays. Adult £12, Child £12, under 1s £3 (Online Prices). tel: 01845 421124 tickets: Online or on the door (For the cheapest price book online) email: eyup@monkparkfarm.co.uk web: https://monkparkfarm.co.uk

Sat 17 May 2025

Beer & Pizza Night, Thirsk Hall, Kirkgate YO7 1PL. Enjoy an evening of live music, high-quality Neapolitan pizzas and refreshing drinks in the Thirsk Hall Sculpture Garden. From 5pm. Entry £6.50 inc drinks token. Child (0-15) free. tickets: Online booking only web: https://thirskhall.com/events

Sat 24 May 2025 until
 Sun 1 Jun 2025

Teddy Bears Picnic, Studfold Farm, Lofthouse, Harrogate, HG3 5SG. Studfold Teddy Bears Picnic. tel: 01423 755084 web: https://www.studfold.com

Tue 1 Jul 2025 until
 Sun 6 Jul 2025

Ripon Theatre Festival, Venues in and around Ripon. A high-quality and friendly programme of performing arts, from street entertainment and open-air theatre to family shows, puppetry, storytelling, dance and comedy. tickets: Book online email: info@ripontheatrefestival.org web: https://ripontheatrefestival.org

Sat 12 Jul 2025

Beer & BBQ Night, Thirsk Hall, Kirkgate YO7 1PL. an evening of tasty food and refreshing drinks in the Thirsk Hall Sculpture Garden. We are delighted to be teaming up with the fantastic Frank Family Butcher’s team for our new Beer & BBQ event. Vegan and gluten free options will be available. From 5pm. Entry £6.50 inc drinks token. Child (0-15) free. tickets: Online booking only web: https://thirskhall.com/events

Sun 20 Jul 2025

Malton Roman Festival, Old Maltongate, Malton YO17 7DX. Dawn awakens with birdsong, heralding a sunny day. Distant marching signals the Malton Museum Roman Festival's return to Delgovicia (Orchard Field). Witness Roman military displays, archaeology, and daily life. Children can join the Kids Roman Army, while adults enjoy author talks. Food and drinks from local vendors will be available. All are welcome to experience this historical reenactment. 10am-4pm. web: https://www.visitmalton.com