7 things to do in Yorkshire this Bank Holiday weekend
Leeds Festival
Leeds festival returns this weekend to Bramham Park. This year’s headliners include Muse, Kasabian and Eminem. Other acts taking to the stage include Fatboy Slim, Korn, Bastille, Liam Gallagher and The Black Lips. There are also set to be a whole host of comedians at the festival over the weekend, including Katherine Ryan, Bill Bailey and Simon Amstell. Find out more here.
The Wedding Singer
It’s 1985; Hair is huge, greed is good and rock-star wannabe Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s favourite wedding singer. When his own fiancée dumps him at the altar, Robbie makes every wedding as disastrous as his own. Can Julia and her best friend Holly lure Robbie back into the limelight? Or is he going to see her head off down the aisle with Wall Street bad boy Glenn? Head along to Leeds Grand Theatre this weekend to find out. Find out more here.
Brew York Summer Bash
Brew York are opening up their brewery and throwing a summer party this weekend. As well as a whole host of beers to enjoy, there will be a range of food to enjoy alongside live music and entertainment from local acts. There will also be two new beer launches, as well as some old favourites returning. Find out more here.
Sewerby parkrun
Sewerby parkrun returns this weekend. Now in its fifth year, not only is the event the perfect opportunity to explore the grounds of Sewerby Hall and Gardens, but also a chance for the whole gang to get together as the run is for all abilities. The run is 5k and you can run, jog or walk. Alternatively, cheer on the locals. Find out more here.
York River Art Market
Take a stroll down the river this weekend whilst enjoying some of the region’s best art. Artists from all over Yorkshire, and beyond, exhibit and sell their art along the Dame Judi Dench walk on the River Ouse. Not only is there set to be art and textiles to take a look at, there will also be jewellery makers and much more, as well as music. Find out more here.
Sheffield Fayre
Now in its 16th year, the Sheffield Fayre returns to Norfolk Heritage Park this weekend. Taking place from 10.30am until 5.30pm on Monday, August 28, the day is set to be packed full of carnival arts, dance, live music and entertainment, cultural workshops, a parade with incredible costumes to see as well as much more. Find out more here.
Leeds Feast
Head along to Water Lane Boathouse this weekend for Leeds Feast. There will be a whole host of breweries at the event, giving you the chance to taste some of the best UK ales. There will also be a wide range of food traders to enjoy, as well as cocktails, live music and entertainment. Find out more here.
