August Bank Holiday Events in Yorkshire

Make It Harewood: Weekend Two | Harewood House, Leeds | Saturday 24th – Monday 26th August

Join Harewood House this August bank holiday for an action-packed weekend filled with music, workshops, a BBQ and a pop-up bar. Enjoy a live DJ set in the day taking place in the courtyard along with tasty BBQ food and artisan pizzas. Get stuck into a craft workshop or two or a free talk about the history of the house itself.

Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds LS17 9LG – 0113 218 1010

Open Air Cinema | Burton Constable Hall, Hull | Saturday 24th – Sunday 25th August

For something different to do this bank holiday, how about an open-air cinema? Choose from film family favourites including a Grease sing-a-long or Pretty Woman with an exclusive soundtrack played before every film to get you in the mood. Get your camping chairs and picnics at the ready for a film experience like no other!

Burton Constable, Skirlaugh, East Yorkshire HU11 4LN – 01964 562400

Brunch & Sunday Sunsets | Tattu, Leeds | Saturday 24th – Sunday 25th August

The popular Chinese restaurant Tattu in Leeds city centre is hosting some special bank holiday celebrations this August. On Saturday, you can expect their iconic Tattu Brunch, with free-flowing cocktails for 90 minutes along with a range of small plates from Short-Rib Spring Rolls to Balsamic Teriyaki Salmon. Their Sunday Sunset sessions are back too, with a sundowner dining experience including a special sharing menu in partnership with Enemigo Tequila. Experience live DJs whilst feasting on Lobster and Prawn Toast and Shanghai Black Cod.

Minerva, 29 E Parade, Leeds LS1 5PS – 0113 245 1080

Malham Show | Saturday 24th August

Taking place in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales is the Malham Show, an event celebrating all things agricultural and sport. Watch sheep and cattle parades, listen to the Haworth Brass Band or experience a variety of locally made food and crafts at the Dales’ Marquee. If you’re looking for a wholesome day out this bank holiday, this could be the one for you.

Malham Show, Chapel Gate, Malham, North Yorkshire BD23 4DA 

African and Caribbean Food Fest | Kirkgate Market, Leeds | Saturday 24th August

With over 25 different food stalls celebrating the best of African and Caribbean flavours, the African and Caribbean Food Fest is back for 2024. Celebrating its 4th year running, this food fest helps to unite foodies, and cultural enthusiasts from across Yorkshire for their love of African and Caribbean cooking.

Coinciding with the West Indian Street Carnival, you can expect a carnival parade, a live resident DJ and a steel pan orchestra as well as a pop-up cocktail bar. The family-friendly event also has face painting and carnival mask-making for your little ones. If you’re looking for August bank holiday events near you, this is a great idea.

Leeds Kirkgate Market, Kirkgate, Leeds LS2 7HY 

Wensleydale Show | Leyburn | Saturday 24th August

Experience the scenic North Yorkshire countryside at the Wensleydale Show this bank holiday! From vintage car displays to pony parades, sheep-dog trials and a children’s fun fair, expect a fun-filled day for the whole family. With over 200 trade stands and a packed schedule celebrating all things agricultural, it’s a great day out for August bank holiday events near Yorkshire.

Richmond Rd, Leyburn DL8 5JG

Sunday Sessions | Grantley Hall, Ripon | Sunday 25th August

⁠Expect a warm welcome, relaxed atmosphere, refreshing cocktails and outstanding food at Yorkshire’s renowned five-star hotel at Grantley Hall’s Sunday sessions. Their last Sunday Session in August will feature female vocals and piano from Chris Hilton’s Little Big Band, performing a mixture of Swing, Motown and Pop. Sip on a glass of Champagne or a Chandon Garden Spritz and bask in beautiful countryside views at sunset in Yorkshire this August bank holiday weekend.

Grantley Hall, Ripon HG4 3ET – 01765 620070

Terrace Party | Three’s a Crowd, Harrogate | Sunday 25th August

Head over to Three’s A Crowd in Harrogate this bank holiday weekend for the terrace party of all terrace parties. Enjoy some delicious dishes from the Barbie with a pint or two in the August sunshine. Feast on Jerk Chicken Wings, Corn Riblets and Native Lobster while listening to the chilled house tunes. There’s no need to book either, just simply turn up to one of the best August Bank Holiday events in Yorkshire.

11 W Park, Harrogate HG1 1BL – 01423 391459

Sheffield Fayre | Sheffield | Monday 26th August

To round off your August bank holiday, head over to Sheffield for their 21st annual Sheffield Fayre. This free-to-attend event hosts various activities, from a fairground archive exhibition to birds of prey displays and plenty of food and trade stands to choose from. Visit the 1950s vintage village to see what life was like in Sheffield before visiting the board games corner for some proper family fun.

Norfolk Heritage Park, Guildford Avenue, Sheffield S2 2PL

Summer Holidays | Mother Shipton’s Cave, Knaresborough | Throughout August Bank Holiday Weekend

Taking place across the whole weekend, visit the mystical Mother Shipton’s Cave for some August bank holiday fun near Yorkshire. This Peter Pan-themed adventure takes your little ones on a journey through Neverland where you can discover enchanting displays, meet Tinkerbell and visit the vintage-style kiosks for some sweet delights. If you fancy something different this bank holiday, this is not one to miss for a quirky August bank holiday event near Yorkshire.

Prophecy House, Harrogate Rd, High Bridge, Knaresborough HG5 8DD