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The Ryedale Festival returns from 10 to 26 July with world-class music, family events and performances across 40 venues in North and East Yorkshire: https://t.co/NHgAtYGL8H Discover this summer's programme and plan your visit.

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Young Marketeers from schools across Yorkshire will be selling fruit and vegetables they've grown themselves at markets in Barnsley, Bradford, Leeds and Sheffield this July: https://t.co/ojOG5UOyBW - raising money for local charities while learning valuable life skills.

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Don Toliver is bringing his NITROUS Tour to the First Direct Arena in Leeds on 18 November 2026: https://t.co/u3wnIlxSBi - as part of a major UK and European tour. Find out when tickets go on sale and how to book.

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Lumas Winds has won the Dorothy Parkinson Memorial Award at the HACS Harrogate Music Festival: https://t.co/KcPQtuzwVc - after an outstanding performance, recognising the young ensemble as one of classical music's rising talents. Read more.

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Halifax's own Ellie Sax brought Ibiza-inspired anthems to The Piece Hall, with club classics, live saxophone and DJ sets from Sigma, Patrick and Taylor Shipley: https://t.co/EjkODW8Dav A huge summer party in the historic courtyard.

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Hobbycraft has unveiled football-themed yarn-bombed postboxes across England, including Sheffield: https://t.co/McY6iTMLfK - celebrating the World Cup while inspiring communities to get creative and support the team. Read more.

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The National Railway Museum in York is launching a packed programme of free family activities this summer: https://t.co/Pg7hHaZ7sd - with hands-on experiences, interactive trails and special events running from 20 July to 6 September. Find out what's on.

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Pontefract Liquorice Festival returns on 12 July: https://t.co/xddMzY7SAg - with family entertainment, colourful market stalls, street performances and plenty of liquorice-inspired food and drink, celebrating one of Yorkshire's sweetest traditions.

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Electronic music pioneer Chicane will bring a special daytime show to Sheffield's Electric Studios on 7 November: https://t.co/RPN4pXcLdm - giving fans the chance to enjoy classics including Offshore and Saltwater at one of the city's newest live music venues.

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Bradford Markets has unveiled a packed programme of events for late June and July: https://t.co/g1g4DXiL4a - with live music, comedy, artisan markets, cultural festivals and family activities bringing plenty of summer entertainment to venues across the district.

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Bolton Castle has opened its new Cancer Garden: https://t.co/8RuVt1inhw - a peaceful space dedicated to the memory of the 8th Lord Bolton, where visitors can explore the fascinating history of medieval medicinal plants within the castle's historic grounds.

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The Flower Belt is blooming in Harrogate this summer, opening on 18 July: https://t.co/nOhUWQXGAC - with pick-your-own flowers, delicious food, family-friendly events and stunning countryside views, bringing a colourful new attraction to North Yorkshire.

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Strawberry picking season has arrived at Spilmans Farm near Thirsk: https://t.co/aflIa6QlMy - with pick-your-own strawberries and summer fruits available until the end of August. #summer #yorkshire

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Royel Otis brought their signature indie sound to The Piece Hall in Halifax on Thursday night: https://t.co/kys8hfgA5H - treating fans to a memorable set packed with favourites, standout covers and plenty of energy. See our photos from a brilliant evening of live music.

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Public voting has opened for the 2026 Shed of the Year competition: https://t.co/5Kln8sbt4e - with creative Yorkshire entries from Otley, Halifax and Kirk Smeaton among the finalists competing for this year's title.

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Shibden Park celebrates 100 years as a public space with Stage at the Lake from 13–16 August,: https://t.co/AN2sEsqGnU - bringing four days of music, comedy, brass bands, family performances and community activities to Halifax, with free entry for under-16s.

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Following last year's success, the York Youth Festival returns to Rowntree Park on 22 July: https://t.co/zwga5nlpoO - with free food, live music, VR experiences and games for young people aged 11–18, all organised by York Youth Council. No booking needed – just turn up and join in.

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Hull and East Riding Museum of Archaeology has been shortlisted for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award 2026 in the Best Accessible category: https://t.co/e6s58lNR8M The nomination recognises the museum’s work to make history engaging and welcoming for visitors of all ages and abilities.

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Ethel Cain captivated a packed Piece Hall with a powerful performance on her Willoughby Tucker Forever tour: https://t.co/g1WHWNa5Gs - marking a memorable return to Halifax after her previous appearances at the iconic venue in 2023.

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A new exhibition at Bradford’s Peace Museum is marking 50 years since a unique local peace carnival with a celebration of creativity, humour and joyful resistance: https://t.co/rgESoHBGln Tactical Frivolity: Joy in Resistance explores how art and imagination have been used to inspire change around the world. #resistance #protest