What's on in Yorkshire this week...

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Tribfest Music Festival 2025
Driffield – 15–17 August – Paid
The world’s biggest tribute band festival returns to the stunning grounds of Sledmere House. Expect over 50 tribute acts, six themed stages, comedy, kids’ entertainment, and a friendly, family-run atmosphere. From Queen and Oasis to Tina Turner and Coldplay, there’s something for everyone – plus fancy dress themes each day, great food, and capped numbers for comfort.
https://whatsoninyorkshire.co.uk/event/tribfest-music-festival

The Sheffield Festival of Reggae
Sheffield – 16 August – Paid
Three outdoor stages bring the sounds of reggae, dub, dancehall, and roots to life in a buzzing courtyard setting. Enjoy live performances from Iration Steppas, Sylvia Tella, Mungo’s Hifi, and Carroll Thompson, along with great local food and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. A vibrant celebration for music lovers of all ages.
https://whatsoninyorkshire.co.uk/event/the-sheffield-festival-of-reggae

The Temple Newsam Food Festival 2025
Leeds – 16–17 August – Paid
A brand-new summertime feast set in the scenic Temple Newsam estate. Enjoy street food, chef demos, live music, artisan markets, kids’ activities, a funfair, and foodie challenges. With over £127,000 already raised for local mental health charities, it’s a weekend packed with flavour, entertainment, and community spirit.
https://whatsoninyorkshire.co.uk/event/the-temple-newsam-food-festival

Hornsea Bike Show 2025
Hornsea – 17 August – Free
Hall Garth Park roars into life with classic, custom, and showpiece bikes, live music, food stalls, craft traders, and family entertainment. Judging begins at noon, with raffles and stalls raising funds for local causes. Free entry makes this a great day out for bike lovers and families alike.
https://whatsoninyorkshire.co.uk/event/hornsea-bike-show

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Yorkshire in the News

No crime, no politics, just the good stuff.

• Is Yorkshire the UK’s County of Curry? 20 Yorkshire curry houses featured in the list of the UK’s Top 100 Indian restaurants according to the British Indian Good Food Guide. Guess which city outside of London had the most entries??

• A 90 year old man kayaked 30km across the Yorkshire coast raising almost £1,000 for St Catherine's Hospice.

• Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival began last week. Here it is in photos.

• This £2.2m Georgian-style Leeds suburb home has just hit the market, offering 7,300 sq. ft of luxury with a showpiece kitchen, triple garage with annex, landscaped gardens and a treehouse on a private 0.81-acre plot.

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What’s on across Yorkshire this Week

West Yorkshire

• Huddersfield Foodie Fest 2025 – Sample street food, artisan goods, and live entertainment at this free indoor food festival. Huddersfield – 15 August – Free

• Kirkwood Summer Garden Party 2025 – Live music, BBQ, games, stalls, and Sunflower Memories at The Kirkwood Gardens. Huddersfield – 16 August – Free

• Mirfield Show 2025 – A huge community celebration with agricultural competitions, main ring shows, and kids’ entertainment. Mirfield – 17 August – Paid

• Arthington Show 2025 – Traditional rural show with animals, crafts, vintage displays, and family fun. Otley – 17 August – Paid

East Riding of Yorkshire

• Beverley Pride 2025 – Inclusive celebration with live performances, workshops, stalls, and a Pride afterparty. Beverley – 16 August – Free

• Classic Cars at Hesslewood 2025 – Vintage vehicles, Spitfire flypast, birds of prey, and family activities, raising funds for Humber Rescue. Hull – 17 August – Paid

North Yorkshire

• Northallerton Craft Beer Festival 2025 – Unlimited craft drinks, street food, and live music at the town’s first festival. Northallerton – 15–16 August – Paid

• Rosedale Show 2025 – Over 150 years of rural tradition with livestock, displays, and entertainment. North York Moors – 16 August – Paid

• Gargrave Show 2025 – Agricultural competitions, fell races, arena shows, and market stalls. Skipton – 16 August – Paid

• Whitby Folk Week 2025 – Seven days of concerts, ceilidhs, dance displays, and workshops by the sea. Whitby – 17–23 August – Paid

• Ayton Scarecrow Trail 2025 – Follow a quirky trail of themed scarecrows around East and West Ayton. Scarborough – 16–24 August – Paid

• Harrogate and District Allotment Show – Displays of local produce, stalls, live music, and free entry. Harrogate – 17 August – Free

• Egton Horse and Agricultural Show 2025 – Livestock, crafts, vintage machinery, and family activities. North York Moors – 20 August – Paid

South Yorkshire

• The Sheffield Festival of Reggae – Outdoor stages, big-name acts, and Caribbean food stalls. Sheffield – 16 August – Paid

• The Great British Food Festival at Wentworth Woodhouse 2025 – Chef demos, artisan markets, street food, and live music. Rotherham – 16–17 August – Paid

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