Visit York - Seven Days in York

Welcome to 7 days in York, your weekly listing to find out what’s going on in York and beyond.

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Spring Museum Gardens Activities

Have fun exploring the Museum Gardens before you head inside to explore The Yorkshire Museum! Follow their springtime garden trail to discover new plants and flowers, and make a spring nature hat with craft materials provided by the Museum!

Easter at North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Spend family time together taking in some of the best views the UK has to offer this Easter, with a journey on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Explore 24 miles of glorious heritage railway, taking in the breathtaking scenery of the North York Moors National Park, including Goathland railway station, known to millions as the filming location for the iconic Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.

Peasants' Revolt at The York Dungeon

This Easter, the peasants are taking the power at The York Dungeon. Make your way to the Mickelgate Bar in 1537, the most important gateway to our city of York where we find ourselves in a religious upheaval…will you find yourself the traitor amongst the masses and face the Halifax Gibbet?

Face your consequences at The York Dungeon…if you dare.

The GIANT Easter Egg Hunt at RHS Garden Harlow Carr

Enjoy a supersized family adventure at RHS Garden Harlow Carr this Easter, as dozens of larger-than-life eggs await discovery on the Giant Egg Hunt. This year’s trail features colourful designs by competition winners whose artwork is being recreated on the giant eggs.

Easter at the National Railway Museum

Celebrate 100 years of the most famous name in steam, Flying Scotsman! Learn how a steam engine works, build your own loco, or join our explainers for an interactive Scotsman story – there’s something for everyone. During your visit, discover the story of the legendary locomotive like never before with a brand-new Flying Scotsman VR experience.

Open Acoustic Music Session at The Last Drop Inn

Weekly open acoustic session at The Last Drop Inn. Bring an instrument and join in for a free pint, or simply sit back and enjoy the music!

Children's Easter Craft Workshop at SPARK*

Make this Easter holiday truly special with your child's unique creations! Join Emily and Rosie for a fun-packed hour of arts and crafts, including designing your own Easter card, making a cute pom pom bunny, and collaging an Easter Egg. For the super-creative ones, there will also be colouring sheets at hand. The little participants can take home their makes in a small bag which can be decorated too.