Poetry for Breakfast
Join local poets in a relaxed sharing session in the comfortable front room of 'Spoons. Settle down with a coffee or even a bacon sarnie for 45 mins of inspiration …
FREE
73 events found.
Events for July 11, 2026
Singing with Flo – Morning Chorus for Early Birds
Start your day the feelgood way with a jolly good sing! Led by dynamic Rock Choir conductor, Florence Glen. Rock Choir is the nation’s most popular, local and award-winning contemporary …
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PWYC
Morris Dance from 400 Roses & Slubbing Billy’s
Formed in 2005, the 400 Roses are a unique dance troupe, that combine Tribal Belly Dance with UK-style Folk and Morris Dance. The Black, Red and White themed costumes use …
Hampsthwaite Primary School
Hampsthwaite CE Primary School Rock Band and Musical Theatre Group The School Rock Band performs modern chart hits, while the Musical Theatre Group brings favourite songs from productions including The …
Ye Birdz
A magical walkabout act featuring stunning stilt costumes, live percussion and a soundtrack by BORG. Two beautiful birds have travelled far from a time long, long ago. In search of …
Big Family Weekend: Saturday
Walkabout acts, crazy characters, circus and clowning bring the streets and open spaces of Ripon to life throughout the day. Spend the day in Ripon soaking up the atmosphere - …
Around the World with Phileas Fogg: Day 79
Join Phileas Fogg and his valet Passepartout as they attempt to circumnavigate the world in just 80 days. The year is 1872 and it’s day 79 of the journey. Our …
Frankie Magilligan
The man, the myth...the leg end! Hailing from the North Coast of Ireland, Frankie has packed his lunch box, filled his flask and given his teeth and extra special polish! …
Astro Norma and the Cosmic Piano
A musical comedy that’s out of this world! Blast off with ASTRO NORMA on a madcap, musical quest to find Grandpa’s lost star. But beware! The sneaky Silencer is hot …
£6
The Museum of Memorable Trees
Take a visit to The Museum of Memorable Trees and let the curator guide you around this miniature exhibition on wheels. Discover amazing stories of great trees that have woven …
Stories with Liv
The story of The Mischievous Monkey in the comfortable and relaxed surroundings of the front room of The Unicorn (Wetherspoons'). Olivia Corbin-Phillip is a popular professional storyteller from Leeds. She …
FREE
The Lost Bus
An Audio Adventure from Ragged Edge Productions An interactive audio show for kids, their grown ups and grown ups who still think they’re kids. Hop on board, pop on some …
Poetry at the Pig
Join local poets in a relaxed sharing session upstairs at The Pig. Pop in for poems and pints. "Cross the market square in Ripon to find a poet. Perhaps, the …
FREE
Peelers on the Prowl
Ripon Museums Theatre Group presents Peelers on the Prowl The return of the Workhouse Walkabouts. Come and meet Ripon's overworked Peelers as they deal with drunks and ne'er-do-wells and maybe …
Out of the Blue
Out of the Blue Fra Martó All the way from Turin! Wash away your troubles and immerse yourself in laundry, laughter and bubbles with Italy’s leading female clown. Never has …
Puppetry for Beginners
Meet some puppets and learn some basic techniques with Mark Edwards from Puppet Power North. Create a simple puppet and learn how to make it move. Mark Edwards has …
PWYC
St Aelred’s Irish Dance
St Aelred's Principal Dance Teacher, Una says: "We are a traditional Irish dance group made up of 25 dancers. We go from young talent, all the way to incredibly skilled …
Count Ocular
A captivating, gothic vaudeville piece for the whole family like no other, featuring table-top puppetry, close-up magic and enchanting original music to transport audiences back to the bizarre delights of …
Ripon Youth Theatre
A volunteer-run youth musical theatre group providing inclusive, affordable access to the performing arts for 8-18 year olds. Support and leadership from previous members, enthusiasts and industry experts offers a …
Ye Birdz
A magical walkabout act featuring stunning stilt costumes, live percussion and a soundtrack by BORG. Two beautiful birds have travelled far from a time long, long ago. In search of …
The Lost Bus
An Audio Adventure from Ragged Edge Productions An interactive audio show for kids, their grown ups and grown ups who still think they’re kids. Hop on board, pop on some …
Around the World with Phileas Fogg: Day 79
Join Phileas Fogg and his valet Passepartout as they attempt to circumnavigate the world in just 80 days. The year is 1872 and it’s day 79 of the journey. Our …
Astro Norma and the Cosmic Piano
A musical comedy that’s out of this world! Blast off with ASTRO NORMA on a madcap, musical quest to find Grandpa’s lost star. But beware! The sneaky Silencer is hot …
£6
Count Ocular
A captivating, gothic vaudeville piece for the whole family like no other, featuring table-top puppetry, close-up magic and enchanting original music to transport audiences back to the bizarre delights of …
Do What Ya Mamma Told Ya!
Comedy circus and cooking from mother and daughter duo. A joyous journey of plate spinning, food juggling and fire blazing! Will clumsy assistant, Tiny T finally get to taste the …
Short + Sweet Pop-Ups
Short + Sweet Yorkshire is an annual festival of 10 minute new writing with participants showcased here at Ripon Theatre Festival. Enjoy four of the best short pieces from up-and-coming …
FREE
The Museum of Memorable Trees
Take a visit to The Museum of Memorable Trees and let the curator guide you around this miniature exhibition on wheels. Discover amazing stories of great trees that have woven …
Morris Dance from 400 Roses & Slubbing Billy’s
Formed in 2005, the 400 Roses are a unique dance troupe, that combine Tribal Belly Dance with UK-style Folk and Morris Dance. The Black, Red and White themed costumes use …
Lily Worth
Lily is a well-known local singer and performer. She is also a regular director and committee member of the Ripon Charity Pantomime Group. What Lily says: "I have an absolute …
Out of the Blue (Walkabout)
Out of the Blue (Walkabout) Italian clown Fra Martó brings her laundry with her - laughter and bubbles on the move. About the performer: After studying Art History at the …
FREE
Stage Combat for the Fearless
Inspired by the swashbuckling Three Musketeers or the street fights in Romeo and Juliet? Learn the secrets behind the action in a fun and active session including safe techniques for punches, slaps, and …
PWYC
Hodman and Sally
Enchanting and heart-warming puppetry walkabout. Hodman and Sally have lived happily by themselves for hundreds of years, blissfully unaware of the changing world around them. Now they have ventured out in search …
Tony and Ray Find Their Feet
Friendship, rivalry, work tools, tomfoolery and dance as a pair of workers become distracted from their tasks. Slapstick, eccentric dance, clowning and squeak wrangling inspired by the golden era of …
Stories with Liv
The story of Jack and the Flumflum Tree (Julia Donaldson) in the backroom of our favourite bookshop. Jack's Granny is sick with a bad case of the moozles! The only …
FREE
St Aelred’s Irish Dance
St Aelred's Principal Dance Teacher, Una says: "We are a traditional Irish dance group made up of 25 dancers. We go from young talent, all the way to incredibly skilled …
Janice Hopkinson
Janice Hopkinson Janice brings traditional folk and Morris tunes to life on the melodeon, entertaining audiences with lively, foot-tapping performances. FREE EVENT 1.00-1.30pm Kirkgate (Cathedral end) 3.30-4.00pm Kirkgate (Cathedral end) …
Yorkshire Voices
Yorkshire Voices say: "We are a true Community Choir embracing all that makes singing in a choir so joyful. We rehearse in nine different locations throughout the week around Harrogate, …
FREE
Somewhere Road
Somewhere Road A four-piece band playing original folk music and folk covers – songs, tunes and stories – on pipes, mandolins, guitars and percussion. The members are Paul Greenwood (Tunstall), …
Peelers on the Prowl
Ripon Museums present Peelers on the Prowl The return of the Workhouse Walkabouts. Come and meet Ripon's overworked Peelers as they deal with drunks and ne'er-do-wells and maybe chase a …
The Music Bank Guitar Group
The Music Bank Guitar Group Adult students from The Music Bank in Knaresborough. The Music Bank is an independent business with a team consisting of over 100 years of combined …
FREE
Frankie Magilligan
The man, the myth...the leg end! Hailing from the North Coast of Ireland, Frankie has packed his lunch box, filled his flask and given his teeth and extra special polish! …
FREE
Costa Cabaret Corner
Take the weight off your festival feet. Enjoy favourite show tunes or discover a new musical to fall in love with. Presented by talented performers from local groups. A FREE …
FREE
Count Ocular
A captivating, gothic vaudeville piece for the whole family like no other, featuring table-top puppetry, close-up magic and enchanting original music to transport audiences back to the bizarre delights of …
Florence Glen
Florence Glen Flo is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and teacher based in Ripon. After completing a Masters degree in Music Production at Leeds Beckett University and went on to record …
The Museum of Memorable Trees
Take a visit to The Museum of Memorable Trees and let the curator guide you around this miniature exhibition on wheels. Discover amazing stories of great trees that have woven …
Hodman and Sally
Enchanting and heart-warming puppetry walkabout. Hodman and Sally have lived happily by themselves for hundreds of years, blissfully unaware of the changing world around them. Now they have ventured out in search …
The Lost Bus
An Audio Adventure from Ragged Edge Productions An interactive audio show for kids, their grown ups and grown ups who still think they’re kids. Hop on board, pop on some …
Yorkshire CREATE – Orpheus
Yorkshire CREATE presents Orpheus Yorkshire CREATE is a Knaresborough-based arts organisation dedicated to making creativity accessible to all. They deliver inclusive arts opportunities that support well-being, build confidence, and empower …
FREE
Astro Norma (Walkabout)
Meet Norma from Fladam Theatre's intergalactic musical adventure as she explores the streets of Ripon. FREE EVENT 2.00 -2.30pm The Arcade and City Centre Fladam are performing Astro Norma and …
FREE
Pop-Up Poetry
Join local poets in a relaxed sharing session in the back room of our favourite Bookshop. "Cross the market square in Ripon to find a poet. Perhaps, the barista serving …
FREE
Irish Dance for First Timers
Come and join St Aelred’s Irish Dancers for a fun, relaxed céilí! This isn't a structured class; it is all about getting involved and having a go. Our dancers will …
PWYC
Out of the Blue
Out of the Blue Fra Martó All the way from Turin! Wash away your troubles and immerse yourself in laundry, laughter and bubbles with Italy’s leading female clown. Never has …
Skellsiders
Skellsiders Traditional folk tunes, mostly English, Welsh, Scottish and French played on fiddle, mandolin, European bagpipes, whistle, guitar and recorder. What they say: "We are mostly retired and have a …
FREE
Around the World with Phileas Fogg: Day 79
Join Phileas Fogg and his valet Passepartout as they attempt to circumnavigate the world in just 80 days. The year is 1872 and it’s day 79 of the journey. Our …
Morris Dance from 400 Roses & Slubbing Billy’s
Formed in 2005, the 400 Roses are a unique dance troupe, that combine Tribal Belly Dance with UK-style Folk and Morris Dance. The Black, Red and White themed costumes use …
HG33 Band
HG33 is a local band performing classic pop hits from the 1960s to the 2010s. Featuring lead and backing vocals with bass, drums, guitar and keyboards, the band delivers lively …
The Mischievous Monkey
Join storyteller Olivia Corbin-Phillip (Stories with Liv) in this interactive outdoor storytelling event, perfect for children aged 3-7. Crocodile is not well and needs some monkey liver soup to get …
FREE
The Music Bank Rock Band
The Music Bank Rock Band A 5-piece band made up of teenage students from The Music Bank in Knaresborough. Drums, vocals, 2 guitars, keyboards. The Music Bank is an independent …
FREE
The Lost Bus
An Audio Adventure from Ragged Edge Productions An interactive audio show for kids, their grown ups and grown ups who still think they’re kids. Hop on board, pop on some …
Do What Ya Mamma Told Ya!
Comedy circus and cooking from mother and daughter duo. A joyous journey of plate spinning, food juggling and fire blazing! Will clumsy assistant, Tiny T finally get to taste the …
Ripon Dance Academy
Ripon Dance Academy offers high quality dance training in Ballet, Modern Jazz, Tap, Contemporary and Acro. Classes are offered from pre school to 18 and pupils have the opportunity to …
FREE
Tony and Ray Find Their Feet
Friendship, rivalry, work tools, tomfoolery and dance as a pair of workers become distracted from their tasks. Slapstick, eccentric dance, clowning and squeak wrangling inspired by the golden era of …
Ye Birdz
A magical walkabout act featuring stunning stilt costumes, live percussion and a soundtrack by BORG. Two beautiful birds have travelled far from a time long, long ago. In search of …
Calle Oche
Calle Oche is a group of U3A musicians who enjoy playing music that has a Latin beat. What they say: "The group is called Calle Oche as this is a …
FREE
Hodman and Sally
Enchanting and heart-warming puppetry walkabout. Hodman and Sally have lived happily by themselves for hundreds of years, blissfully unaware of the changing world around them. Now they have ventured out in search …
All for One Choir
All for One Choir Ripon All For One Choir brings an uplifting performance packed with feel-good songs, joyful harmonies, and plenty of personality. A large and friendly community choir that …
FREE
St Aelred’s Irish Dance
St Aelred's Principal Dance Teacher, Una says: "We are a traditional Irish dance group made up of 25 dancers. We go from young talent, all the way to incredibly skilled …
Janice Hopkinson
Janice Hopkinson Janice brings traditional folk and Morris tunes to life on the melodeon, entertaining audiences with lively, foot-tapping performances. FREE EVENT 1.00-1.30pm Kirkgate (Cathedral end) 3.30-4.00pm Kirkgate (Cathedral end) …
Short + Sweet Pop-Ups
Short + Sweet Yorkshire is an annual festival of 10 minute new writing with participants showcased here at Ripon Theatre Festival. Enjoy a handful of the best short pieces from …
FREE
Morris Dance from 400 Roses & Slubbing Billy’s
Formed in 2005, the 400 Roses are a unique dance troupe, that combine Tribal Belly Dance with UK-style Folk and Morris Dance. The Black, Red and White themed costumes use …
Kirkgate Street Party
The fun continues on Kirkgate with local musicians from 4-8pm. Enjoy a meal in one of the restaurants, or have an al fresco drink before taking in another show. Presented …
FREE
The Three Musketeers
All for One - and One for All! Alexandre Dumas wrote five Musketeers novels, the first appearing in 1844. They have enjoyed enormous popularity worldwide and are not just textbook …
£11 – £18
Down to Chance
One woman, a radio, and the largest earthquake in US History. Anchorage, Alaska. 1964. A part-time radio reporter, her teenage intern, a general on leave, and a local hobbyist find …
£15