What’s On This Weekend in Harrogate, Knaresborough & Ripon (27–28 June)

Looking for inspiration this weekend? Whether you’re planning a family day out, meeting friends, enjoying great food, discovering local history or simply making the most of the summer, there’s an excellent choice of events across Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon.

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🍴 Harrogate Food & Drink Festival

📅 Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 June
📍 The Stray, West Park, Harrogate, HG1 1BJ

One of Yorkshire’s biggest summer events returns with two days of fantastic food, artisan drinks, live music and family entertainment.

Highlights include:

• 🌮 International street food
• 🍺 Independent breweries, bars and cocktails
• 🛍️ Artisan food and craft market
• 👨‍🍳 Live chef demonstrations
• 🎶 Live music throughout the day
• 🎈 Children’s entertainment and activities

Whether you’re a dedicated foodie or simply looking for a great day out, this festival has something for everyone.

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🎪 Harrogate International Festivals Spiegeltent

📍 Crescent Gardens, Harrogate, HG1 2SZ

The iconic Spiegeltent returns with a packed programme of comedy, family shows, live music, cabaret and unique performances in the heart of Harrogate.

Perfect for all ages, it’s one of the town’s most exciting cultural attractions this weekend.

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🎼 Harrogate Music Festival

📍 Royal Hall, Ripon Road, Harrogate, HG1 2SY

Music lovers can enjoy performances from internationally acclaimed artists as the prestigious Harrogate Music Festival reaches its spectacular finale.

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🎭 Theatre in Harrogate

The Dresser
📍 Harrogate Theatre, Oxford Street, Harrogate, HG1 1QF Harrogate Theatre

Enjoy an evening of outstanding drama at one of Yorkshire’s finest theatres.

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🏰 Knaresborough

Heritage Centre Exhibition

📍 12 High Street, Knaresborough, HG5 0EQ Knaresborough Heritage Centre

Discover the fascinating history of Knaresborough through exhibitions celebrating the town’s heritage, people and natural environment.

While you’re there…

Don’t miss:

• 🏰 Knaresborough Castle
• 🚣 The River Nidd and rowing boats
• ☕ Independent cafés
• 🛍️ Boutique shops
• 📸 The famous viaduct viewpoint

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🛍️ Ripley Antique, Vintage & Collectables Fair

📍 Ripley Castle Estate, Ripley, Harrogate, HG3 3AY Ripley Castle

Browse dozens of stalls selling:

• Antiques
• Vintage furniture
• Jewellery
• Memorabilia
• Home décor
• Unique collectables

Perfect for bargain hunters and lovers of vintage treasures.

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⛪ Ripon

Ripon Market

📅 Saturday
📍 Market Place East, Ripon, HG4 1BW Ripon Market

Browse one of Yorkshire’s oldest markets featuring:

• Fresh local produce
• Artisan foods
• Plants and flowers
• Gifts and crafts
• Clothing and household goods

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Explore Historic Ripon

Make a day of it by visiting:

• ⛪ Ripon Cathedral (Minster Road, HG4 1QT)
• 🛍️ Market Square
• ☕ Independent cafés
• 🍽️ Excellent restaurants
• 🌳 Riverside walks
• 🏛️ Museums and historic attractions

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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great Family Days Out

This weekend also offers plenty for families including:

• 🎈 Children’s entertainment at the Harrogate Food & Drink Festival
• 🎪 Interactive family performances in the Spiegeltent
• 🏰 Knaresborough Castle
• 🚣 Rowing boats on the River Nidd
• 🍦 Ice cream by the riverside
• 🌳 Parks, gardens and picnic spots across the district

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🌞 Make the Most of Your Weekend

Whether you’re sampling delicious street food on The Stray, discovering hidden treasures at Ripley Castle, enjoying live entertainment in Harrogate, relaxing beside the river in Knaresborough, or exploring the historic streets of Ripon, there’s no shortage of fantastic days out this weekend.

From food festivals and live music to theatre, markets and family attractions, Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon are bursting with events. Get out, explore and enjoy everything our beautiful district has to offer this weekend.