What's on in Yorkshire this week...

Featured Picks…

Whitby Steampunk Festival
Whitby – 26–27 July – Free

A standout steampunk celebration returns to Whitby Pavilion with 70+ unique traders, live entertainment, costumed creativity, talks, and hands-on workshops—all free to enjoy. A must for fans of alternative fashion and fantasy.
https://whatsoninyorkshire.co.uk/event/whitby-steampunk-festival

Tramlines Festival
Sheffield – 25–27 July
Yorkshire’s biggest inner-city music festival lands at Hillsborough Park with acts like Pulp, Kasabian, Hot Chip and more across five stages. Expect comedy, street food, family areas and a buzzing citywide fringe scene. No ticket? Check out the Fringe Stage for a free alternative (end of email).
https://whatsoninyorkshire.co.uk/event/tramlines-festival-2025

Leeds Championship Dog Show
Leeds – 25–27 July
Set in the scenic grounds of Harewood House, this top-tier Crufts-qualifying show features pedigree competitions, spectator rings, and a Good Citizen training zone. Dog lovers welcome—with or without a four-legged friend.
https://whatsoninyorkshire.co.uk/event/leeds-championship-dog-show

Saltburn Food Festival 2025
Saltburn – 27 July – Free
One of the coast’s tastiest days out returns with 120+ food stalls, live cookery demos, kids’ workshops and a buzzing atmosphere. Grab a bite and soak up the seaside vibes.
https://whatsoninyorkshire.co.uk/event/saltburn-food-festival

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It’s Not All That Bad…

• Brew York has unveiled a new ale called "Yorkshire Rider" in collaboration with Kelham Island Brewery to mark Yorkshire Day, with the announcement shared on Instagram.

• Wensleydale Creamery has scooped a series of prestigious awards for its Yorkshire Wensleydale and other cheeses, as reported by the Yorkshire Post.

• One of the UK’s oldest former music shops in Huddersfield is set to reopen as a Thai restaurant, bringing new life to the historic building, according to BBC News.

• A dramatic funnel cloud over West Yorkshire had locals wondering if their bins would take flight, but as Sky News confirms, it never touched down (so no need to spiral into panic just yet).

What’s on across Yorkshire this Week

West Yorkshire

• Sheffield by the Seaside 2025 – Sheffield, from 24 July – Beach vibes in the city with sandpits, games and summer fun.

• Dinosaur Fun Day at Boston Park – Doncaster, 25 July – Meet lifelike dinosaurs and join themed activities on the farm.

• Zee and The City – Bradford, 26 July – Follow a giant puppet through Bradford for a free city-wide street performance.

• FarmTrax Music Festival 2025 – Pontefract, 26–27 July – A weekend of tribute acts and countryside vibes near Pontefract.

• IRONMAN in Leeds 2025 – Leeds, 27 July – Watch elite athletes tackle a legendary endurance triathlon at Roundhay Park.

• Halifax Artisan Market – Halifax, 27 July – Browse handmade goods and enjoy live music inside the historic Dean Clough Mills. – Free

East Riding

• Pride In Hull 2025 – Hull, 26 July – Join Yorkshire’s biggest LGBT+ celebration with a city-wide parade and live stages. – Free

• Hull Global Food Festival 2025 – Hull, 27 July – Tuck into international flavours, handmade goods and community celebration at Pearson Park. – Free

North Yorkshire

• Whitby Beer Festival 2025 – Whitby, 24–27 July – Sample 30+ local ales and ciders in a relaxed harbour setting.

• Deer Shed Festival – Ripon, 25–28 July – A creative, family-friendly music and science festival in Baldersby Park.

• Borrowby Show 2025 – Northallerton, 26 July – Marking its 75th year with animals, races, crafts and a Yorkshire pudding throwing contest!

• Pickering Motor Show 2025 – North Yorkshire Moors, 27 July – Explore classic cars and live action at Galtres Pickering Showground.

• Ripon Classic Car Gathering 2025 – Ripon, 27 July – A huge vintage vehicle showcase raising funds for Yorkshire charities.

• Aldborough and Boroughbridge Agricultural Show 2025 – York, 27 July – Traditional competitions and rural displays near Boroughbridge.

• York Proms 2025 – York, 27 July – Enjoy orchestral music and fireworks under the stars in the Museum Gardens.

• Ryedale Show 2025 – Kirkbymoorside, 29 July – Celebrate countryside life with animals, crafts, family fun and food at Duncombe Park.

South Yorkshire

• The Fringe Stage at Devonshire Green 2025 – Sheffield, 26–27 July – Enjoy free live music and DJs in the heart of Sheffield. – Free