Make It York Events
Make It York delivers a year-round programme of flagship events for residents, visitors and businesses, from large scale city-wide events like the York Ice Trail, corporate events such as the Visit York Tourism Awards, through to the hugely popular York Christmas Market.
Register Your Interest For Our Upcoming Specialty Market Events
Make It York are delighted to confirm the following Specialty Markets taking place as part of our events programme for 2026.
▸Halloween Night Market
Apply here to get involved.
Find out more about what we do below:
Visit York Tourism Conference
The Visit York Tourism Conference is a must for anyone working in tourism and associated sectors across the city. Each year the conference leads on topical issues for the industry, with guest speakers and a themed discussion for an audience of 250 attendees.
York Residents
Festival
York’s annual Residents Festival is our way of saying ‘thank you’ for the warm welcome our residents continue to give to York’s visitors. Businesses and attractions across the city come together in curating a programme of discounts and offers for residents.
York Ice Trail
York Ice Trail is a signature event for the city. The UK’s biggest outdoor Ice Trail features a range of magnificent ice sculptures and brings tens of thousands of visitors into the city each February. Following our trail map, attendees can explore the city streets and uncover the sculptures as they go, complete with interactive pieces, live carvings and photo opportunities.
Visit York Tourism Awards
The prestigious Visit York Tourism Awards take place annually, providing a platform for local tourism businesses and individuals to be recognised for their contribution, shine a spotlight on excellence in York’s tourism sector and reward outstanding service, innovation, quality and resilience.
Yorkshire Day
A weekend of Yorkshire-themed events and activities taking place across the first weekend of August, putting York at the heart of Yorkshire Day. In past years we’ve seen giant screens, photo opportunities, market stalls and pop-up attractions. Venues across the city contribute with special offers, events and experiences inspired by Yorkshire.
York Christmas Market
Rated in the top ten Christmas Markets in the UK, the five-week York Christmas Market features over sixty charming alpine chalets lining the streets, with local businesses selling everything from handmade gifts to delicious treats. The Make It York team work with partners to deliver a safe and magical event in York, one of the UK’s most festive cities.
Haunted York
As the ‘most haunted city in Europe’, York has so much to offer during Halloween. In past years we’ve seen a big wheel, tentacles emerging from the Visit York Information Centre, and a ghost train. York keeps its haunted status all year round, with plenty of ghost walks and spooky attractions to suit all tastes.
