Events

The Art of Kokedama – Sun 30 Aug 2026

Date: Sunday 30 August 2026, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Venue: York Art Gallery

The Art of Kokedama

Sunday 30 August 2026 | 11.00am-12.00pm

Suitable for ages 10+ | £25 per person | Tickets available soon

Kokedama, roughly translates into English as “moss ball’. This is a Japanese method of binding the root ball of a plant in a clay soil mix and moss so that it no longer needs a pot to grow in. Your mossy plant ball can then be hung up or displayed sitting on a decorative plate or piece of wood.

In this session, Alice from The Outside In will take you step-by-step through the traditional style of creating Kokedama: using leafy plants and moss. It’s a great opportunity to learn about handling plants, roots and soil, making the most of time well spent connecting to nature. When you finish, you’ll have a Kokedama plant ball to take home and love. All of the materials and guidance will be provided, along with aftercare instructions on how to help your Kokedama to thrive and a bag to safely transport your plant home.

All materials provided

Suitable for those aged 10+ (under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult)

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York Dog Show – Sun 20 Sep 2026

Date: Sunday 20 September 2026, 10:00 am-4:30 pm
Venue: York Museum Gardens

York Dog Show
Sunday 20 September 2026 | 10am – 4pm
York Museum Gardens | Tickets available soon

York Museums Trust is delighted to announce York Dog Show, a new outdoor event in York Museum Gardens. York Dog Show celebrates the bond we share with our beloved furry four-legged friends whilst supporting local organisations and charities.

Browse our pop-up shopping village, filled with pet accessories, toys and treats, informative stalls, and a delicious food and drink offer from local artisans and enjoy a lively programme of activity including talks by veterinary experts, professional dog photography in our beautiful grounds, exciting dog classes and impressive agility demonstrations.

More than just a day out, the York Dog Show brings together a dog loving community in one of York’s most popular outdoor spaces.

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 30 April 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 with family, friends and your canine companion for a wonderful day out.