Events

York Residents’ Weekend – Sat 31 Jan 2026

Date: Saturday 31 January 2026, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

York Residents’ Weekend

10am – 5pm | 31 January and 1 February 2026 | Book now

Calling all residents of the City of York! We are offering free entry across all our sites (York Castle Museum, Yorkshire Museum, and York Art Gallery’) to York residents on 31 January and 1 February 2026.

Please note: The downstairs temporary exhibition galleries will be closed due to an exhibition changeover.

Tickets are limited – please book via our online system as normal, selecting ‘Residents’ Weekend’ ticket option. Proof of residence will be required at the door. Please note that we are only able to accept postcodes under York City Council.

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Viking North Creative Workshop: Natural Dyeing – Sat 31 Jan 2026

Date: Saturday 31 January 2026, 10:30 am-4:30 pm
Venue: Yorkshire Museuem

Viking North Creative Workshop: Natural Dyeing

Saturday 31 January 2026, 10:30am-4:00pm

Suitable for ages 16+ | £55 per person | Sold out

Explore the intriguing process of natural dyeing onto cloth on this one day introductory workshop with Textile Artist & Printmaker Kirstie Williams. Taking inspiration from plants and vegetables the Vikings would have used for dyeing, you will explore a range of colours onto different fabrics, as well as looking at how mordants and modifiers will help to change the shades you can achieve. Come away with your own colour chart of small fabric swatches and a whole lot of knowledge to continue natural dyeing at home!

Kirstie Williams is a practising printmaker and textile artist based in Wakefield. Her practice is process led and primarily explores the research and application of natural dyes and handmade plant based printing inks. She draws inspiration from textile heritage, historic buildings and archival material from which to develop her work and ideas. She primarily works with dyeing and screen printing methods and enjoys working on specific projects, and commissions as a focus for her practice.

All materials will be provided. No experience is necessary

Ages 16+ (under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult)

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York Residents’ Weekend – Sun 1 Feb 2026

Date: Sunday 1 February 2026, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Venue: York Castle Museum

York Residents’ Weekend

10am – 5pm | 31 January and 1 February 2026 | SOLD OUT

Calling all residents of the City of York! We are offering free entry across all our sites (York Castle Museum, Yorkshire Museum, and York Art Gallery’) to York residents on 31 January and 1 February 2026.

Tickets are limited and have now sold out. Proof of residence will be required at the door. Please note that we are only able to accept postcodes under York City Council.

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York Residents’ Weekend – Sun 1 Feb 2026

Date: Sunday 1 February 2026, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Venue: Yorkshire Museum

York Residents’ Weekend

10am – 5pm | 31 January and 1 February 2026 | SOLD OUT

Calling all residents of the City of York! We are offering free entry across all our sites (York Castle Museum, Yorkshire Museum, and York Art Gallery’) to York residents on 31 January and 1 February 2026.

Tickets are limited and have now sold out. Proof of residence will be required at the door. Please note that we are only able to accept postcodes under York City Council.

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York Residents’ Weekend – Sun 1 Feb 2026

Date: Sunday 1 February 2026, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

York Residents’ Weekend

10am – 5pm | 31 January and 1 February 2026 | Book now

Calling all residents of the City of York! We are offering free entry across all our sites (York Castle Museum, Yorkshire Museum, and York Art Gallery’) to York residents on 31 January and 1 February 2026.

Please note: The downstairs temporary exhibition galleries will be closed due to an exhibition changeover.

Tickets are limited – please book via our online system as normal, selecting ‘Residents’ Weekend’ ticket option. Proof of residence will be required at the door. Please note that we are only able to accept postcodes under York City Council.

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York LGBTQ+ History Month 2026 – Sun 1 Feb 2026

Date: Sunday 1 February 2026, 6:00 pm-8:30 pm
Venue: York Castle Museum

Sunday 1 February 2026, 6:00pm-8:30pm

Free | Book here

Join us as we kick off LGBT History Month 2026 in York with an inspiring launch event celebrating diversity, inclusion and the rich history of LGBTQ+ communities. This year’s theme is “Science and Technology”, focusing on the stories and contributions that have shaped progress and continue to drive equality forward.

The event will feature:

Performers sharing lived experiences and insights on LGBTQ+ history and activism.
Talks exploring current challenges and opportunities for inclusion.
Community Organisations highlighting local projects and initiatives.
Networking opportunities to connect with advocates, allies, and community members.

Free and open to all – everyone is welcome, although donations are appreciated. Donations will be held by York LGBT Forum (registered charity 1162234)

Let’s come together to honour the past, celebrate the present and inspire a future where equality and diversity thrive.

For tickets and more information please visit the York LGBT forum Claim your ticket – York LGBT History Month 2026 – Castle Museum

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Gallery Babies – Thu 5 Feb 2026

Date: Thursday 5 February 2026, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Gallery Babies

Thursday 5 February 2026, 10am – 12pm, Burton Gallery (term-time only)
Free|Sold Out

Drop-in sensory play sessions for pre-walking babies and their grown-ups in the atmospheric surroundings of York Art Gallery.

Using our beautiful sensory toolkit, a collection of colourful squishy sculptural objects, sessions will be gently facilitated, exploring shape, colour and texture.

Gallery Babies is a welcoming and supportive space to relax, bond with your baby and meet other parents and carers, providing a bit of calm and care to your daily routine.

The session starts at 10am and finishes at 12pm, but you can drop in and out at any time. Even after the session has finished, our sensory toolkit will remain on gallery for you to continue to explore with your baby.

These sessions are designed for pre-walking babies, however we understand that you may have your hands full with more than one child! If that’s the case the Studio will be open and can be used as a space to play, read and eat much needed snacks outside of the galleries if needed. Buggy parking and baby changing facilities available.

We are also offering a special offer in Sketch café for anybody attending a session: Hot drink and cake £6.00 and lunch and drink £12.00.

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Art for Wellbeing – Sun 8 Feb 2026

Date: Sunday 8 February 2026, 10:30 am-12:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Art for Wellbeing
Sunday 8 February 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.

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Art for Wellbeing – Sun 8 Feb 2026

Date: Sunday 8 February 2026, 10:30 am-12:30 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

Art for Wellbeing
Sunday 8 February 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.

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