Future events

One of the best things about living in Knaresborough is the sheer number of local events happening throughout the town. Many of these are brought to life by dedicated volunteers who generously give their time and skills to help our community come together - to socialise, have fun and raise funds for the local community.
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  • The Kingfisher Kiosk at Conyngham Hall, Knaresborough HG5 9AY
November 13 Friday

13 Nov, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Looking for a relaxed way to get some steps in and meet people in the area?

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  • The Kingfisher Kiosk at Conyngham Hall, Knaresborough HG5 9AY
November 14 Saturday

14 Nov, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Join us for a walk through nature, taking time to find moments of quiet, and celebrating our local area through all the seasons - FREE adults only event.

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  • COGS, 4 Chapel St, Knaresborough HG5 8AN
November 16 Monday

16 Nov, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM

A monthly drop-in clinic where anyone can bring their digital questions or problems to our Digital Champions.

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  • Chain Lane Community Hub, Chain Lane, Knaresborough HG5 0AS
November 17 Tuesday

17 Nov, 2026

Seasonal crafting and refreshments.

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  • Knaresborough Library, Market Place, Knaresborough HG5 8AG
November 18 Wednesday

18 Nov, 2026 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Free fitness taster session for adults aged 60+ as part of Self-Care Week 2026.

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  • Knaresborough Library, Market Place, Knaresborough HG5 8AG
November 19 Thursday

19 Nov, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

A free workshop, where you'll explore simple and enjoyable writing activities designed to support emotional wellbeing, creativity and a greater sense of calm.

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  • Knaresborough Castle and Courthouse Museum, Knaresborough, HG5 8AS
November 27 Friday

27 Nov, 2026 from 05:30 PM to 07:00 PM

Annual Knaresborough Christmas lights switch on, lantern parade and much more.

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  • Scotton Village Hall, New Road, Scotton, Knaresborough HG5 9HR
November 28 Saturday

28 Nov, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM

St Thomas' Church fundraising Christmas event.

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December 5 Saturday

05 Dec, 2026 to 06 Dec, 2026

Knaresborough's annual Christmas market is centred around the historic Market Place.

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  • St. John's Church, Church View Terrace, Knaresborough, HG5 9AG
December 5 Saturday

05 Dec, 2026 to 20 Dec, 2026

Annual charity event with 90 different Christmas trees decorated in imaginative and varied ways by local groups and businesses, and displayed in the beautiful St. John's Church in the heart of Knaresborough.

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  • Knaresborough
December 6 Sunday

06 Dec, 2026 from 04:30 PM to 04:45 PM

The market weekend will close at 4.30pm with a fantastic firework finale, set against the dramatic backdrop of Knaresborough’s famous viaduct and the Nidd Gorge.

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December 17 Thursday

17 Dec, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Details will be confirmed nearer the time.

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  • The Kingfisher Kiosk at Conyngham Hall, Knaresborough HG5 9AY
December 20 Sunday

20 Dec, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM

As we move towards the depths of winter, take time to reconnect with nature, find peace and make new connections though writing - FREE adults only workshop.

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  • Market Place, Knaresborough, HG5 8AG
December 24 Thursday

24 Dec, 2026 from 06:00 PM to 07:00 PM

Annual outdoor Christmas evening nativity play held in Knaresborough's historic Market Place.

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  • Low Bridge - over the River Nidd, between The Half Moon Free House and Mother Shipton's Inn - Knaresborough
December 26 Saturday

26 Dec, 2026

Annual boxing day tradition.

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  • Starts at the High Bridge, finishes at The Marigold
January 1 Friday

01 Jan, 2027 from 01:30 PM to 02:30 PM

An annual event organised by Knaresborough Cricket Club

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March 14 Sunday

14 Mar, 2027

10 year anniversary of this annual event to raise money for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

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  • Henshaws Art & Crafts Centre, 50 Bond End, Knaresborough HG5 9AL
April 24 Saturday

24 Apr, 2027

A day celebrating everything that makes our town special.

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June 12 Saturday

12 Jun, 2027

The annual Great Knaresborough Bed Race is something different: it is part fancy dress pageant and part gruelling time trial over a 2.4-mile course, ending with a swim through the icy waters of the River Nidd.

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  • Knaresborough
August 14 Saturday

14 Aug, 2027 to 23 Aug, 2027

Knaresborough's annual Festival of Entertainment and Visual Arts run by a team of volunteers. Various free and paid for events take place over 10 days.

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  • Low Bridge - over the River Nidd, between The Half Moon Free House and Mother Shipton's Inn - Knaresborough
December 26 Sunday

26 Dec, 2027

Annual boxing day tradition.

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  • Starts at the High Bridge, finishes at The Marigold
January 1 Saturday

01 Jan, 2028 from 01:30 PM to 02:30 PM

An annual event organised by Knaresborough Cricket Club

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June 10 Saturday

10 Jun, 2028

The annual Great Knaresborough Bed Race is something different: it is part fancy dress pageant and part gruelling time trial over a 2.4-mile course, ending with a swim through the icy waters of the River Nidd.

  • 2028-12-26T00:00:00+00:00
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  • Low Bridge - over the River Nidd, between The Half Moon Free House and Mother Shipton's Inn - Knaresborough
December 26 Tuesday

26 Dec, 2028

Annual boxing day tradition.

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  • Starts at the High Bridge, finishes at The Marigold
January 1 Monday

01 Jan, 2029 from 01:30 PM to 02:30 PM

An annual event organised by Knaresborough Cricket Club

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June 9 Saturday

09 Jun, 2029

The annual Great Knaresborough Bed Race is something different: it is part fancy dress pageant and part gruelling time trial over a 2.4-mile course, ending with a swim through the icy waters of the River Nidd.

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  • Low Bridge - over the River Nidd, between The Half Moon Free House and Mother Shipton's Inn - Knaresborough
December 26 Wednesday

26 Dec, 2029

Annual boxing day tradition.

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  • Starts at the High Bridge, finishes at The Marigold
January 1 Tuesday

01 Jan, 2030 from 01:30 PM to 02:30 PM

An annual event organised by Knaresborough Cricket Club

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June 8 Saturday

08 Jun, 2030

The annual Great Knaresborough Bed Race is something different: it is part fancy dress pageant and part gruelling time trial over a 2.4-mile course, ending with a swim through the icy waters of the River Nidd.

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  • Low Bridge - over the River Nidd, between The Half Moon Free House and Mother Shipton's Inn - Knaresborough
December 26 Thursday

26 Dec, 2030

Annual boxing day tradition.