Now until
 Sun 4 Jan 2026

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Castle Howard, near Malton, York YO60 7DA. Follow in Dorothy's footsteps. The House is transformed into the magical world of Oz. Experience our festive take on this much-loved story, told through installations, soundscapes and projections. From £23+booking fee, including access to the Gardens. tickets: Book online web: https://castlehoward.co.uk

Now until
 Wed 24 Dec 2025

Magical Christmas Experience, Prophecy House, High Bridge, Knaresborough, HG5 8DD. Step into a magical Christmas world at Mother Shipton’s. Meet Santa, enjoy festive activities, explore enchanting woodland displays, and toast marshmallows by the fire. Create unforgettable memories in one of the UK’s best-rated grottos this festive season. Check website for full details. From £54 for Car/Pedestrian Group Ticket (Covers up to 5 people) + Santa Ticket. tel: 01423 864600 tickets: Online - Booking is essential email: info@mothershipton.co.uk web: https://myfmx.uk?c=2lblmes

Now until
 Sun 4 Jan 2026

Sleeping Beauty Family Pantomime, York Theatre Royal, St. Leonard's Place, York YO1 7HD. The magical Sleeping Beauty is brought to life by Evolution Productions. Starring Jennie Dale as Fairy Moonbeam, Robin Simpson, Jocasta Almgill, Tommy Carmichael, Aoife Kenny, and Christian Mortimer, this festive family show promises adventure, laughs, and dazzling effects. A sparkling seasonal treat you won’t want to miss!. tickets: Book online web: https://yorktheatreroyal.co.uk/show/sleeping-beauty

Now until
 Wed 31 Dec 2025

Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate DL1 1RR. Strictly Come Dancing star Brendan Cole leads as the Evil Ringmaster, joined by Darlington panto regulars Josh Benson and Jamie Jones as Joey the Clown and Dame Betty Barnum. For four weeks only Darlington Hippodrome will be transformed into a sensational circus, where everything is possible, and anything could (and will) happen. 10.30am, 2pm, 5.30pm & 7pm: check website for dates. Family (3-6) £26. tel: 01325 405405 tickets: Book online, no show 25 Dec email: hippodrome.boxoffice@darlington.gov.uk web: https://darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk

Now until
 Tue 23 Dec 2025

It's a Wonderful Life (U), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Christmas Special, 2 nights only. A holiday favourite for generations... George Bailey has spent his entire life giving to the people of Bedford Falls. All that prevents rich skinflint Mr. Potter from taking over the entire town is George's modest building and loan company. But on Christmas Eve the business's $8,000 is lost and George's troubles begin. 7.30pm. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Fri 26 Dec 2025

Free entry, Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bedale DL8 2PS. On Boxing Day we’re offering admission to the arboretum free of charge so you can take time to reset and enjoy nature after the rush of the big day. From Sat 27 Dec to Sun 15 Feb, admission is at half price but you must use code ‘halfprice’ at checkout for the offer to apply. 10am-5pm. email: enquiries@thorpperrow.com web: https://thorpperrow.com

Sat 27 Dec 2025 until
 Tue 30 Dec 2025

Nuremberg, Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Starring Russell Crowe, Rami Malek, Michael Shannon, Colin Hanks, Richard E. Grant, John Slattery and Leo Woodall. In postwar Germany, an American psychiatrist must determine whether Nazi prisoners are fit to go on trial for war crimes, and finds himself in a complex battle of intellect and ethics with Hermann Göring, Hitler's right-hand man. Subtitled on Sunday. 7.30pm. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Sun 28 Dec 2025 until
 Mon 29 Dec 2025

Mince Pie Steam Specials, Wensleydale Railway, Leeming Bar Station, Leases Road, Leeming Bar DL7 9AR. For two-days only, travel back in time by steam locomotive and blow those post-Christmas cobwebs away. Enjoy a festive journey between Leeming Bar, Bedale and Leyburn and a complimentary mince pie and hot drink served on board Black Five steam locomotive No. 45407. You can also depart from Leeming Bar, Bedale or Leyburn stations,. 10am, 12.20pm & 2.40pm. £25, Child (3-15) £5. tel: 01677 425805 tickets: Booking essential email: admin@wensleydalerailway.com web: https://wensleydalerailway.com

Fri 2 Jan 2026 until
 Sun 4 Jan 2026

Wicked for Good, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, Glinda and Elphaba will need to come together one final time. With their singular friendship now the fulcrum of their futures, they will need to truly see each other, with honesty and empathy, if they are to change themselves, and all of Oz, for good. Fri 2.30pm, Sat 11.30am, Sun 7.30pm. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 9 Jan 2026 until
 Mon 12 Jan 2026

Zootropolis 2 (PG), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Not Sun. Detectives Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (voiced by Jason Bateman) find themselves on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile who arrives in Zootropolis and turns the mammal metropolis upside down. Fri 10.30pm, Sat 2.30pm, Mon 2.30pm. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sun 18 Jan 2026 until
 Sat 24 Jan 2026

Mother Goose Pantomime NAVC, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Not Wed. Northallerton Amateur Variety Company presents Mother Goose written by an expert panto script writer Alan Frayn. We have Priscilla the Goose who the children will love and our wonderful dame Mother Goose who with her son, Billy Gosling, will no doubt be getting into all sorts of trouble. Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 7.15pm. Also Sun & Sat 2.15pm,. £14, Child £12. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 7 Feb 2026

Thirsk Brick Show, Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QR. A small, one day LEGO show featuring exhibits, traders and activities for LEGO fans of all ages. 10am-4pm. £4, Child (5-15) £2. tickets: On the door, cash or card email: events@brickalleylug.co.uk web: https://brickalleylug.co.uk/events/thirsk-brick-show

Sat 7 Feb 2026 until
 Sun 8 Feb 2026

York Ice Trail, York City Centre. Wander through the historic streets and discover dazzling ice sculptures inspired by magic, mystery, and the weird and wonderful. The same weekend sees the ‘Ice Village’ – a market filled with family-friendly fun and themed traders offering magical delights. Just around the corner, warm up with delicious street food at Shambles Food Court. web: https://visityork.org/york-ice-trail

Fri 13 Feb 2026 until
 Sat 28 Feb 2026

Moors Dark Skies Festival, North York Moors, Sutton Bank & elsewhere. Celebrate the wonders of our skies and explore this incredible International Dark Sky Reserve in the peak of our stargazing season. 23 different events at places all over the Moors. web: https://darkskiesnationalparks.org.uk/north-york-moors-events

Sat 14 Feb 2026 until
 Sun 15 Feb 2026

Peppa Pig & Baby Evie, Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate DL1 1RR. Peppa Pig Live is back with a brand-new ‘oinktastic’ stage show: Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show, which will feature the new addition to the family, baby Evie. Based on the much-loved animated preschool TV series, Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show is packed full of music, adventure and surprises for little ones and is the perfect introduction to theatre. 10am, 1pm & 4pm each day. £13 to £22. tel: 01325 405405 tickets: Book online email: hippodrome.boxoffice@darlington.gov.uk web: https://darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk

Sun 22 Mar 2026

Thirsk 10 Mile Road Race, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road, Thirsk YO7 1QL. Also wheelchair race and Fun Run. With only 1100 places, it sells out every year, so secure your spot for the main race or the 1.5 mile children’s fun run. A share of proceeds supports charities, which in 2025 received £1500 each. Kids Fun Run 9.00am, main race 10.00am, wheelchairs at 9.50am. £23 affiliated, £25 unaffiliated, £3 Kids Fun Run. tickets: Book online (or on the day for kids) email: rdthirsk10@tasharriers.club web: https://tasharriers.club/thirsk10