If you’re looking for the best things to do in York this week, there are lots of great events that will keep your calendar filled. Discover some of Yorkshire’s most significant Roman artefacts, experience a film screening at a new open-air cinema, or enjoy some last-minute half term fun at York Designer Outlet.

Anne Lister in York Walking Tour

Follow in the footsteps of Anne Lister, popularised in the BBC Television series Gentleman Jack. Offering a peak into 19th century life and brought to life by her incredible diaries, immerse yourself further into Anne’s world and explore the places she regularly visited and loved.

The Ryedale Hoard: A Roman Mystery

Yorkshire Museum has reopened with a new exhibition, The Ryedale Hoard, which contains a collection of significant Roman objects and for the very first time in Yorkshire, visitors will be able to see this exciting new discovery and explore the mystery of who buried the Hoard and why.

Half Term Fun at York Designer Outlet

Keep the children entertained at the undercover adventure playground, go on a Giant Yorkshire Easter Egg Hunt around the centre, where each little bunny can claim a chocolaty treat, plus shop local and discover the Artisan Market, filled with art, crafts, and food.

Outdoor Cinema Nights: The Greatest Showman 

An outdoor cinema is returning to York Marriott Hotel this Summer, with the schedule kicking off with a real showstopper that’s sure to get people on their feet – The Greatest Showman on Sunday 24th April. 

Magic Goes Wrong 

Raising the bar with their dare-devil stunts, jaw-dropping feats and irresistible comedy genius, Mischief’s Magic Goes Wrong comes to York Theatre Royal direct from the West End. Book your tickets now, before they vanish out of sight (or sell out!).

Diversity: Connected at York Barbican 

After nine sell-out UK tours, over 600,000 tickets sold, and countless television and live performances, Diversity have announced one of their biggest UK tours to date, Connected, which centres around the world of social media, the internet, and the digital era we now live in, but more importantly how this connects us all. 

The Wind in the Willows: The Musical 

Full of humour and wit, with a gorgeous soaring score and heart-warming lessons of friendship. The Wind in the Willows is the perfect fit for family audiences everywhere.