Date: Saturday 14 February 2026, All Day
Venue: York Castle Museum
Saturday 14 February 2026 | Throughout the day | Included in general admission
Watch live cooking demonstrations throughout the day in our studio kitchen.
Events
Saturday Kitchen – Sat 14 Feb 2026
Life Drawing – Model as Muse – Sat 14 Feb 2026
Date: Saturday 14 February 2026, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery
Join us at York Art Gallery for life drawing workshops; whether you are a regular participant, would like to hone your skills, or try life drawing for the first time, these regular two-hour immersive Saturday sessions, led by Rob Oldfield, are a wonderful way to experience life drawing in a supportive and friendly environment.
Viking North Creative Workshop: Make a Silver Wrap Ring – Sat 28 Feb 2026
Date: Saturday 28 February 2026, 10:30 am-1:30 pm
Venue: Yorkshire Museum
Viking North Creative Workshop: Make a Silver Wrap Ring
Saturday 28 February 2026 10:30am-1:30pm
Suitable for ages 16+ |£55 per person | Tickets coming soon
Learn the basics of silversmithing as you design and make your own silver ring, this is a wrap ring so there is no soldering involved in the workshop. After choosing from a range of designs you will be guided through the making process by your tutor. You will learn how to use basic jewellery making tools to form your ring and how to apply different techniques to create textures and finishes.
What you will make Using techniques such as forming, stamping and texturing you will produce your own silver wrap ring. Who is the workshop for? This workshop is suitable for beginners, no experience is needed, it is a great introduction to basic jewellery making techniques.
Do I need to bring anything? All materials and tools are provided, please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty or bring your own apron. The process of hammering metal can get a bit noisy, ear plugs will be provided but please feel free to bring your own ear defenders if you have them.
Your Tutor Genevieve Broughton is a jewellery designer and maker with over 20 years experience, her work combines precise geometric shapes and stylised natural forms in minimal designs created using traditional silversmithing techniques. Genevieve is based in Wakefield and her jewellery is exhibited and sold in numerous shops and galleries around the UK.
All materials will be provided. No experience is necessary
Ages 16+ (under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)
Life Drawing – Model as Muse – Sat 14 Mar 2026
Date: Saturday 14 March 2026, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery
Join us at York Art Gallery for life drawing workshops; whether you are a regular participant, would like to hone your skills, or try life drawing for the first time, these regular two-hour immersive Saturday sessions, led by Rob Oldfield, are a wonderful way to experience life drawing in a supportive and friendly environment.
Art for Wellbeing – Sun 22 Mar 2026
Date: Sunday 22 March 2026, 10:30 am-12:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery
Art for Wellbeing
Sunday 22 March 2026, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Suitable for ages 16+ | Included in general admission | Booking not required
Art activities to release your creative energy!
Set in the beautiful surroundings of York Art Gallery’s Studio space, this 2-hour workshop gives opportunity for discovery and time to explore a variety of art materials and inspiring themes designed to promote wellbeing.
Enjoy the company of others, creating art with gentle guidance from artist Griselda Goldsbrough.
Please note: This practical art workshop is for ages 16+ and runs one Sunday each month. There is no need to pre-book for this session and it is suitable for all abilities.
Sketchbook Circle at York Art Gallery – Wed 25 Mar 2026
Date: Wednesday 25 March 2026, 1:30 pm-3:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery
Sketchbook Circle
Wednesday 25 March 2026, 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Suitable for ages 16+ | £5 per person | Tickets available soon
Pick up a pencil – draw and discover!
Give yourself time to sharpen and share your drawing skills in this 2-hour sketching workshop with artist Griselda Goldsbrough.
Enjoy working in sketchbooks in a relaxed and friendly group, taking inspiration from the collections at York Art Gallery.
These informal practical art sessions run one Wednesday each month for beginners or those who create regularly. Suitable for ages 16+. Materials are provided.
Please book separately for each session.
Viking North Creative Workshop: Ceramics – Sat 28 Mar 2026
Date: Saturday 28 March 2026, 10:30 am-4:00 pm
Venue: Yorkshire Museum
Viking North Creative Workshop: Ceramics
Saturday 28 March 2026, 10:30am- 4:00pm
Suitable for 16+ | £55 per person | Tickets coming soon
Join us for a full-day ceramics workshop, where history and hands-on creativity come together in an inspiring and relaxed setting. Guided by ceramicist Emily Stubbs, you’ll learn a range of handbuilding techniques – including slab building, coiling, and pinching – to create your own unique clay vessel.
Taking inspiration from one of the star objects in the Viking North exhibition – a remarkable vessel that once held silver coins from the Vale of York Hoard – you’ll be encouraged to explore your own interpretations of form, function, and decoration. Emily will also guide you through surface design using slips and underglazes, introducing techniques such as monoprinting, screenprinting, and sgraffito to help you add texture, pattern, and meaning to your final piece.
The workshop is designed for a small group of 12 participants, ensuring individual support throughout the day. All materials, tools, and refreshments are included, and your finished pots will be kiln-fired and available to collect at a later date. Just bring yourself and an apron – everything else is provided!
All materials will be provided. No experience is necessary
Ages 16+ (under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)
Home and Garden Fair – Sat 20 Jun 2026
Dates: Saturday 20 June 2026–Sunday 21 June 2026, 10:00 am-4:30 pm
Venue: York Museum Gardens
Home & Garden Fair
Saturday 20 – Sunday 21 June 2026 | 10am – 4:30pm
York Museum Gardens | Tickets available soon
York Museums Trust is thrilled to announce its very first Home & Garden Fair in the beautiful York Museums Gardens – a celebration of style, creativity and inspiration for every corner of your home and garden.
Wander through colourful displays of plants and flowers, discover unique garden furniture and outdoor living ideas, and browse a wide selection of beautiful homeware, from soft furnishings and kitchen treasures to elegant decorations.
The show will also feature natural body and skincare products, stylish clothing and accessories, and a mouth-watering choice of artisan food and drink from local makers.
Alongside the stalls, enjoy a lively programme of talks from experts, demonstrations and live music, making this a day out to remember for all ages.
We are now welcoming applications from businesses who would like to showcase their products at this exciting new event in the heart of York City Centre. Applications are open until 31 January 2026. To register your interest, please complete the trader booking form. Our Events Team will endeavour to acknowledge to your application within 5 working days. You can view the T&Cs here.
Admission tickets will be on sale soon – keep an eye out for updates and join us for a wonderful day out with family and friends, celebrating homes, gardens and good living.
Futuresounds Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark – Thu 9 Jul 2026
Date: Thursday 9 July 2026, 5:00 pm
Venue: York Museum Gardens
Thursday 9 July 2026 | 5pm | Tickets available soon
New wave trailblazers Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark will play York Museum Gardens on Thursday 9th July alongside fellow new wave luminaries Heaven 17 and China Crisis as well as rising star singer-songwriter Andrew Cushin, fresh from supporting the likes of Louis Tomlinson and Noel Gallagher.
To purchase tickets and for more information please visit the Futuresounds website Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark Tickets
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