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SUMMARY:Grace Hughes
DESCRIPTION:Grace says: “I am a violinist who can play a variety of genres. I regularly play in orchestras\, but I also play my electric violin in rock bands and I also love to play folk and pop. In September\, I am going to study violin at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester. “. \nFREE EVENT \n3.30-4pm Kirkgate (outside Davis & Lund Estate Agents)
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/grace-hughes/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:The Wakeman Mummers' Musicians
DESCRIPTION:Founded in 1986 – the year of Ripon’s 1100th Charter Anniversary\, The Wakeman Mummers are proud to continue the ancient tradition of “mumming”.  This year we once again welcome the Mummers’ musicians\, playing some of the folk music which accompanies their performances at other times of the year. \nMumming plays are a type of drama which was historically performed by local men (rather than professional actors) at specific times of the year such as Boxing Day\, Easter\, or Halloween. In the 18th and 19th centuries mumming plays were part of a wider number of cadging activities. They were performed on the street\, in pubs\, and in people’s homes\, in return for money\, food and drink. Modern mumming groups today often make up their own plays which can incorporate references to local and national politics and important issues such as global warming. \nFREE EVENT \n11.30am-12noon Kirkgate (outside Davis & Lund Estate Agents)\n2-2.30pm Ripon Cathedral forecourt\n3-3.30pm Kirkgate (outside Davis & Lund Estate Agents)
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-wakeman-mummers-musicians-3/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
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SUMMARY:Lily Worth
DESCRIPTION:Lily is a well-known local singer and performer. She is also a regular director and committee member of the Ripon Charity Pantomime Group. On 5th July she may well be joined by other pantomime performers – come along to see who might be popping up! \nWhat Lily says: “I have an absolute love and passion for singing and performing. I hope I can encourage others to sing and smile and also do things that they love”. \nFREE EVENT \n2.30-3pm Kirkgate (outside Davis & Lund Estate Agents)
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/lily-worth-2025/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
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SUMMARY:Ripon City Morris\, Betty Lupton's Ladle Laikers & Slubbing Billy's
DESCRIPTION:Ripon City Morris will be joined this year all-female side\, Betty Lupton’s Ladle Laikers and by The Slubbing Billy’s – a mixed side from West Yorkshire. \nAbout the Ripon City Morris: “We are a North West Morris Dancing team from Ripon. We practice most Monday evenings from 7.45pm in Bishop Monkton Village Hall\, which is between Ripon and Harrogate. In the summer months we dance at various pubs in the area on Monday evenings and at Festivals\, weekends of dance and at many other events. We are instantly recognisable by our patriotic kit and fresh flowered hats.” \nAbout Betty Lupton’s: A ladies morris dance team\, formed in 1977 – the year of the Queen’s silver jubilee. The kit of the dancers reflects the national colours; red tights\, white smocks and blue dresses with black shoes and bell pads. The team took its name from a local character from Harrogate\, North Yorkshire\, who was responsible for ladling out the medicinal spa waters to the visitors to the town during the 19th century. She was based at the pump room\, now a museum\, where you can still sample the waters and see a model of Betty Lupton. \nAbout Slubbing Billy’s: A mixed North West Morris Team\, with a reputation for colourful costumes (we call it ‘kit’) and lively\, entertaining dances. The team was formed in 1986\, and has a healthy age range\, from enthusiatic teenagers to more experienced (mature!) members who have danced with the side since it started. Based in the Colne Valley but new members from all areas welcome. They attend events as far north as Barnard and as far south as the Cotswolds. \nFREE EVENT \n10-10.30am Ripon Market Place\n12.30-1pm Cathedral Forecourt\n2.30-3pm Cathedral Forecourt\n3.45-4.15pm Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/ripon-city-morris-betty-luptons-ladle-laikers-3/
LOCATION:Cathedral Forecourt\, Minster Road\, Ripon\, HG4 1QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance,music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T143000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
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SUMMARY:The Daytones
DESCRIPTION:What they say: “We are a male harmony chorus based near Boston Spa. We sing popular music\, interspersed with some banter. We very much like audience participation\, and our repertoire reflects this\, with songs such as YMCA\, Sweet Caroline and Amarillo. We have performed at Choir Festivals in York and Harrogate. We are men of a certain age\, and don’t take ourselves too seriously – fun for us and the audience is our aim.” \nFREE EVENT \n2-2.30pm Kirkgate (outside Davis & Lund Estate Agents)
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-daytones/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T143000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
CREATED:20250420T144830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T130334Z
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SUMMARY:The Wakeman Mummers' Musicians
DESCRIPTION:Founded in 1986 – the year of Ripon’s 1100th Charter Anniversary\, The Wakeman Mummers are proud to continue the ancient tradition of “mumming”.  This year we once again welcome the Mummers’ musicians\, playing some of the folk music which accompanies their performances at other times of the year. \nMumming plays are a type of drama which was historically performed by local men (rather than professional actors) at specific times of the year such as Boxing Day\, Easter\, or Halloween. In the 18th and 19th centuries mumming plays were part of a wider number of cadging activities. They were performed on the street\, in pubs\, and in people’s homes\, in return for money\, food and drink. Modern mumming groups today often make up their own plays which can incorporate references to local and national politics and important issues such as global warming. \nFREE EVENT \n11.30am-12noon Kirkgate (outside Davis & Lund Estate Agents)\n2-2.30pm Ripon Cathedral forecourt\n3-3.30pm Kirkgate (outside Davis & Lund Estate Agents)
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-wakeman-mummers-musicians-2/
LOCATION:Cathedral Forecourt\, Minster Road\, Ripon\, HG4 1QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
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SUMMARY:Skellside Folk Group
DESCRIPTION:What they say: “The ‘Skellsiders’ have played together during the day in various locations and with different group names for about 11 years. We are mostly retired and have a keen interest in some form of folk music. Some of us also play in orchestras\, ceilidh bands or for local dance groups. We currently meet twice monthly at Ripon Rugby Club and welcome anyone who can already play any instrument.” \nFREE EVENT \n1.30-2pm Kirkgate (outside Davis & Lund Estate Agents)
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/skellside-folk-group/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
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SUMMARY:Soul Choir
DESCRIPTION:Choir leader\, Dan Price says: “We are a community based choir with three groups based in West Yorkshire. We sing uplifting music to a good standard. We mostly sing classic soul but have also learnt some blues and gospel. The sessions are relaxed and all levels of ability and confidence are welcome. We are fun and inclusive.” \nSoul Choir began in the Summer of 2018 with 5 people learning ‘I Wish I Knew How it  Feels to be Free.’ Since then Soul Choir has gone from strength to strength growing to over 90 members and expanding their repertoire. \nFREE EVENT \n1.30-2pm Ripon Cathedral Forecourt
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/soul-choir/
LOCATION:Cathedral Forecourt\, Minster Road\, Ripon\, HG4 1QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T131500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T134500
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
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SUMMARY:Rock Choir
DESCRIPTION:The UK’s original award-winning\, local\, contemporary choir. \n“We are a choir made up of choirs from all over North and West Yorkshire! We sing bespoke arrangements of contemporary pop and rock songs. We are all about fun and inclusivity!” \nLocal leader Flo Glen says “If you love to sing\, you’ll love Rock Choir! No auditions and no musical knowledge needed. We meet every Thursday in Ripon at Harrogate Road Methodist Church 10am-11:30am. Harewood Rd\, Ripon HG4 1TG\nYou can book a taster session https://www.rockchoir.com/join/\nFacebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Rock.Choir.Flo.Glen/ \nFREE EVENT \n10.00-10.30am Ripon Cathedral Forecourt \n1.15-1.45pm Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/rock-choir-2025/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T082101Z
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SUMMARY:Flamenco de Leeds
DESCRIPTION:Flamenco de Leeds was started in 2015 after looking for local Flamenco workshops and events and found they were few and far between. Since then\, they are providing regular workshops\, events and performers across Leeds and further afield. \nThe ethos of Flamenco de Leeds is very much focused on enthusiasm and ensuring everybody feels welcome to participate in any way they can. If you can clap your hands\, stamp a foot\, bang a stick or shout Ole you can get involved! \nFREE EVENT \n1-1.30pm Kirkgate (outside Davis & Lund Estate Agents) \n*Want to give Flamenco a go? Sign up for the Flamenco Dance Taster Session – 10-11am at our Participation Zone in Allhallowgate Methodist Church Hall. Led by Vanessa from Flamenco de Leeds. Perfect for beginners.*
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/flamenco-de-leeds/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance,music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
CREATED:20250321T090013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T070946Z
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SUMMARY:African Drumming Workshop
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve got a heartbeat you’ve got rhythm! Learn to tap your natural human potential in this relaxed and friendly one-hour beginners’ session led by Alison Lyon from Drums Agogo. \nAlison has been teaching drumming for twenty-one years\, and her fun (and sometimes rather silly) style has made her classes and workshops a hit with adult students and children alike. She has studied under some of the world’s greatest masters. Her teachers include Guinean djembefolas Mamady Keita\, Famoudou Konate\, Nansady Keita and Iya Sako\, as well as Seckou Keita and the late Magatte Dieng from Senegal\, Ivorian Sidiki Dembele and respected teachers of Ghanaian drumming\, such as Ben Lawrence. \nDrums Agogo have classes in Harrogate\, Otley and York. As one of Alison’s evening class students says: “She makes the complicated seem simple!” \nNo previous experience necessary.\nParticipants must be aged 8+ & under 16s accompanied by an adult. \nAllhallowgate Methodist Church Hall\n12.30-1.30pm \nTaster sessions are Pay What You Can (PWYC) events. You can just turn up\, but booking in advance is recommended and helps us plan for numbers.
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/african-drumming-workshop/
LOCATION:Allhallowgate Methodist Church & Halls\, Victoria Grove\, Ripon\, HG4 1LG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
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SUMMARY:Ripon City Morris\, Betty Lupton's Ladle Laikers & Slubbing Billy's
DESCRIPTION:Ripon City Morris will be joined this year all-female side\, Betty Lupton’s Ladle Laikers and by The Slubbing Billy’s – a mixed side from West Yorkshire. \nAbout the Ripon City Morris: “We are a North West Morris Dancing team from Ripon. We practice most Monday evenings from 7.45pm in Bishop Monkton Village Hall\, which is between Ripon and Harrogate. In the summer months we dance at various pubs in the area on Monday evenings and at Festivals\, weekends of dance and at many other events. We are instantly recognisable by our patriotic kit and fresh flowered hats.” \nAbout Betty Lupton’s: A ladies morris dance team\, formed in 1977 – the year of the Queen’s silver jubilee. The kit of the dancers reflects the national colours; red tights\, white smocks and blue dresses with black shoes and bell pads. The team took its name from a local character from Harrogate\, North Yorkshire\, who was responsible for ladling out the medicinal spa waters to the visitors to the town during the 19th century. She was based at the pump room\, now a museum\, where you can still sample the waters and see a model of Betty Lupton. \nAbout Slubbing Billy’s: A mixed North West Morris Team\, with a reputation for colourful costumes (we call it ‘kit’) and lively\, entertaining dances. The team was formed in 1986\, and has a healthy age range\, from enthusiatic teenagers to more experienced (mature!) members who have danced with the side since it started. Based in the Colne Valley but new members from all areas welcome. They attend events as far north as Barnard and as far south as the Cotswolds. \nFREE EVENT \n10-10.30am Ripon Market Place\n12.30-1pm Cathedral Forecourt \n2.30-3pm Cathedral Forecourt\n3.45-4.15pm Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/ripon-city-morris-betty-luptons-ladle-laikers-2/
LOCATION:Cathedral Forecourt\, Minster Road\, Ripon\, HG4 1QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance,music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T123000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
CREATED:20250421T135447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T125824Z
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SUMMARY:Ripon Youth Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Ripon Youth Theatre (RYT) runs on Saturday mornings and has over 50 members aged between eight and eighteen from the City and surrounding areas. Here\, young people are given the chance to work on the musical theatre skills of singing\, dancing and acting as well as taking part in activities such as trips to see professional shows. \nFREE EVENT \n12-12.30pm Cathedral Forecourt
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/ripon-youth-theatre-2025/
LOCATION:Cathedral Forecourt\, Minster Road\, Ripon\, HG4 1QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance,family,music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T114500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T121500
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
CREATED:20250420T142947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T153826Z
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SUMMARY:Yorkshire Voices
DESCRIPTION:“We are a community choir who practice in nine choirs through the week in Ripon\, Harrogate\, Northallerton\, Thirsk\, York\, Wetherby and Selby and come together to perform under our brilliant Choir Leader Steve Brown. Our performances are joyous! We are an eclectic group who love to sing and we have so much fun and our audiences do too. We have recently performed at The Royal Hall in Harrogate and throughout the year we try to perform at a variety of locations\, such as stately homes\, the cathedrals in our area\, fairs and galas as well as private events and charity functions. Last year we raised over £5000 for the Teenage Cancer Trust.” \nFREE EVENT \n11.45am-12.15pm Ripon Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/yorkshire-voices-2025/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
CREATED:20250420T144519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T144910Z
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SUMMARY:The Wakeman Mummers' Musicians
DESCRIPTION:Founded in 1986 – the year of Ripon’s 1100th Charter Anniversary\, The Wakeman Mummers are proud to continue the ancient tradition of “mumming”.  This year we once again welcome the Mummers’ musicians\, playing some of the folk music which accompanies their performances at other times of the year. \nMumming plays are a type of drama which was historically performed by local men (rather than professional actors) at specific times of the year such as Boxing Day\, Easter\, or Halloween. In the 18th and 19th centuries mumming plays were part of a wider number of cadging activities. They were performed on the street\, in pubs\, and in people’s homes\, in return for money\, food and drink. Modern mumming groups today often make up their own plays which can incorporate references to local and national politics and important issues such as global warming. \nFREE EVENT \n11.30am-12noon Kirkgate (outside Davis & Lund Estate Agents)\n2-2.30pm Ripon Cathedral forecourt\n3-3.30pm Kirkgate (outside Davis & Lund Estate Agents)
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-wakeman-mummers-2025/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T113000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
CREATED:20250420T133518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T125528Z
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SUMMARY:Slubbing Billy's
DESCRIPTION:“We are The Slubbing Billy’s\, a mixed Morris side dancing in the North West style. We dance in clogs \, and bowler hats decorated with fresh flowers. Our large bass drum keeps us in time and our musicians play traditional folk dance tunes. In purple kit \, sticks and bells we put on a colourful energetic display.” \nThe Slubbing Billy’s will also be dancing on Sunday in Ripon Spa Gardens and at the Little Bird Artisan Market. \nFREE EVENT \n10-10.30am Ripon Market Place (with Ripon City Morris & Betty Lupton’s Ladle Laikers)\n11-11.30am Cathedral Forecourt\n12.30-1pm Cathedral Forecourt (with Ripon City Morris & Betty Lupton’s Ladle Laikers)\n2.30-3pm Cathedral Forecourt (with Ripon City Morris & Betty Lupton’s Ladle Laikers)\n3.45-4.15pm Market Place(with Ripon City Morris & Betty Lupton’s Ladle Laikers)
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/slubbing-billys-2/
LOCATION:Cathedral Forecourt\, Minster Road\, Ripon\, HG4 1QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance,music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
CREATED:20250421T091958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T091958Z
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SUMMARY:Belebele
DESCRIPTION:Drums Agogo presents – Belebele ! This is African drumming with a Yorkshire accent! It’s funky\, fun and folky – come and stomp your feet to the joyful sound of Belebele – It means “ a big personality\,” and you’ll see what they mean. \nFREE EVENT \nMinster Gardens 10.30 – 11am \n**Fancy having a go at some African drumming? Join Alison from Drums Agogo in a workshop for beginners in our Participation Zone at Allhallowgate Methodist Church Hall” from 12.30-1.30pm**
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/belebele/
LOCATION:Minster Gardens\, Minster Road\,\, Ripon\, HG4 1QS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
CREATED:20250321T090059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T173359Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday Street Entertainment
DESCRIPTION:Walkabout acts\, crazy characters\, circus and clowning bring the streets and open spaces of Ripon to life throughout the day. \nSpend the day in Ripon soaking up the atmosphere – the best in street theatre\, circus\, dance\, magic and fun. \nProfessional acts come together with community performers. \nPerformances will be staged at Ripon Market Place\, Minster Gardens (in front of the Courthouse Museum)\, on Ripon Cathedral Forecourt and on Kirkgate. \nAll events are FREE. \n\n\n\nCalamity Dames \nThese rootin tootin\, gun slingin’\, whip crackin’ cowgirls will give any cowboy a run for their money! Buckle up\, it’s going to be a bumpy ride! Presented by Kitsch n Sync.\n\n\nBooks! \nA high energy show featuring acrobatics\, fire-juggling\, jokes and\, of course\, books. Four bedraggled book enthusiasts travel from town to town – forced between the margins – on a mission to protect literature. Presented by Tit for Tat Circus.\n\n\nCloudscapes \nTake some time to chill out\, festival-style. Visit the Cloud Museum Trailer and relax on a giant beanbag to enjoy this fabulous part-installation/part-performance. As you lie back and look up\, you’ll listen on headphones to a story all about the clouds\, the sky and Lorna’s journey of a lifetime with her father. Presented by Gobbledegook Theatre.\n\n\nThe Dame Judy & Mr Punchinello Show! \nClassic seaside mayhem with a family friendly modern twist!\nDame Judy (not that Dame Judi) has finally taken over! About time too! The show was getting far too rambunctious for it’s own good. But will Mr Punchinello agree to the new rules? It seems highly unlikely!\nAll the puppet show favourites are here in a topsy-turvy\, parallel universe\, reimagining of the seaside classic. That’s the way to do it….hopefully. Presented by Grandly Strange Puppet Theatre.\n\n\n\nLula Hoopa \nDynamic hula hoop circus act. Rhythmic gymnastics\, dance and fun. You might even get a chance to give it a go yourself.\n\n\nThe Knighty Knights \nTwo brave and fearless knights on a quest to travel the land and bring forth joy and laughter.\n\n\nThe Fantastic Mr Forster \nPrepare to be amazed! The Fantastic Mr Forster brings 45 minutes of wonder\, laughter\, and a touch of magic to audiences of all ages. Mr Forster’s dazzling tricks and fun-filled performances will have everyone talking long after the final “abracadabra”!\n\n\nVictoria Sponge & Flour Power \nA living\, breathing and beautifully-dressed dessert\, accompanied by her proud baker. The sweetest duo in town! \nPresented by Chicks on Sticks.\n\n\nTooti Fruity \nA “pear” of flamboyant\, fruit-obsessed\, banana-battling eccentrics take to the streets. \nPresented by Kerfuffle Street Theatre.\n\n\nThe Story Cart \nA travelling storyteller and his medieval cart. Choose a myth or a monster and see where the story leads. Presented by Stories Alive.\n\n\n\nPlus a line-up of community performers from across the region\, including: \n\nRipon City Morris\nYorkshire Voices\nSlubbing Billy’s\nBelebele\nThe Wakeman Mummers’ Musicians\nRipon Dance Academy\nBetty Lupton’s Ladle Laikers\nLily Worth\nCalle Oche\nGrace Hughes\nThe Daytones\nSkellside Folk\nFlamenco de Leeds
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/saturday-street-entertainment-2025/
LOCATION:Ripon City Centre
CATEGORIES:comedy,dance,family,music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T103000
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SUMMARY:Rock Choir
DESCRIPTION:The UK’s original award-winning\, local\, contemporary choir. \n“We are a choir made up of choirs from all over North and West Yorkshire! We sing bespoke arrangements of contemporary pop and rock songs. We are all about fun and inclusivity!” \nLocal leader Flo Glen says “If you love to sing\, you’ll love Rock Choir! No auditions and no musical knowledge needed. We meet every Thursday in Ripon at Harrogate Road Methodist Church 10am-11:30am. Harewood Rd\, Ripon HG4 1TG\nYou can book a taster session https://www.rockchoir.com/join/\nFacebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Rock.Choir.Flo.Glen/ \nFREE EVENT \n10.00-10.30am Ripon Cathedral Forecourt \n1.15-1.45pm Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/rock-choir-2-2/
LOCATION:Cathedral Forecourt\, Minster Road\, Ripon\, HG4 1QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T103000
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SUMMARY:Ripon City Morris\, Betty Lupton's Ladle Laikers & Slubbing Billy's
DESCRIPTION:Ripon City Morris will be joined this year all-female side\, Betty Lupton’s Ladle Laikers and by The Slubbing Billy’s – a mixed side from West Yorkshire. \nAbout the Ripon City Morris: “We are a North West Morris Dancing team from Ripon. We practice most Monday evenings from 7.45pm in Bishop Monkton Village Hall\, which is between Ripon and Harrogate. In the summer months we dance at various pubs in the area on Monday evenings and at Festivals\, weekends of dance and at many other events. We are instantly recognisable by our patriotic kit and fresh flowered hats.” \nAbout Betty Lupton’s: A ladies morris dance team\, formed in 1977 – the year of the Queen’s silver jubilee. The kit of the dancers reflects the national colours; red tights\, white smocks and blue dresses with black shoes and bell pads. The team took its name from a local character from Harrogate\, North Yorkshire\, who was responsible for ladling out the medicinal spa waters to the visitors to the town during the 19th century. She was based at the pump room\, now a museum\, where you can still sample the waters and see a model of Betty Lupton. \nAbout Slubbing Billy’s: A mixed North West Morris Team\, with a reputation for colourful costumes (we call it ‘kit’) and lively\, entertaining dances. The team was formed in 1986\, and has a healthy age range\, from enthusiatic teenagers to more experienced (mature!) members who have danced with the side since it started. Based in the Colne Valley but new members from all areas welcome. They attend events as far north as Barnard and as far south as the Cotswolds. \nFREE EVENT \n10-10.30am Ripon Market Place\n12.30-1pm Cathedral Forecourt\n2.30-3pm Cathedral Forecourt\n3.45-4.15pm Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/ripon-city-morris-2025/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance,music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240707T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240707T143000
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SUMMARY:Freddie Cleary
DESCRIPTION:Freddie performs as a solo acoustic act (guitar/vocals) playing well-known Indie Rock/Pop/Folk covers such as Oasis\, Stone Roses\, Plain White T’s and Ed Sheeran as well as his own original songs. \n\nAs a busker Freddie can often be found entertaining crowds in Ripon\, Harrogate\, Leeds\, York\, Robin Hoods Bay and as far a field as Edinburgh! \nSet lists can be tailored for private events and weddings. \nIf you want to discuss the requirements for your event\, please email freddieclearymusic@outlook.com or telephone 07966484338 \nFREE EVENT \n2-2.30pm Little Bird Market
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/freddie-cleary/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240707T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240707T140000
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SUMMARY:Lily Worth
DESCRIPTION:FREE EVENT \n1.30-2pm Little Bird Market
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/lily-worth/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240707T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240707T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091117
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T175412Z
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SUMMARY:The U3A Ukulele Group
DESCRIPTION:FREE EVENT \n12.30-1pm Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-u3a-ukulele-group/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240707T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240707T123000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091118
CREATED:20240428T180342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240616T124953Z
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SUMMARY:Ripon Walled Garden Performers
DESCRIPTION:We can’t wait to welcome these performers back to the festival. Here’s what they told us about their group: \n“At Ripon Walled garden\, members attend the day service and take part in different activities such as dance\, drama and singing with Makaton signs. Through singing\, they learn Makaton sign language which improves communication. Dance and drama promote a sense of well-being and confidence. All our members are now well-rehearsed and have performed many times\, both at the garden and at community events. Our theatre performers will be bringing you a selection of numbers from their recent show\, Mary Poppins which was a huge hit” \nFREE EVENT \n12-12.30pm Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/ripon-walled-garden-performers/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family,music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240707T123000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091118
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SUMMARY:Trinity Singers
DESCRIPTION:Ripon Trinity Singers is a local community chamber choir rehearsing at St. Wilfrid’s Community Hall every Thursday evening during term time. We sing a wide range of a cappella repertoire from medieval to contemporary in many different genres: classical\, folk\, world music\, pop….. and are happy to sing at any community event. We are currently almost at full capacity but do have a few vacancies for Sopranos. Please contact Nicky Brierley-Woods for more information: nicky_woods@btinternet.com \nFREE EVENT \n10.30-11am Ripon Spa Gardens \n12-12.30pm Little Bird Market
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/trinity-singers-2/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240707T113000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091118
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SUMMARY:Cricket on the Hearth
DESCRIPTION:Cricket on the Hearth is an Appalachian step dancing team that meets in St. John’s Church Hall\, Harrogate\, HG1 3DT\, on Sundays at 6.30pm to 8pm.  We are a mixed side and dance mostly to American old time music played on the fiddle\, banjo\, guitar and mandolin.  New members – dancers and musicians – are welcome. If interested\, please contact Stella by email\,  sfzealand@hotmail.co.uk \nFREE EVENT \n11-11.30am Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/cricket-on-the-hearth/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance,music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240707T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240707T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091118
CREATED:20240322T061540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T102644Z
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SUMMARY:Opera Brunch
DESCRIPTION:*SOLD OUT* \nWith the Down-to-Earth Diva\, Nicola Mills.An uplifting start to your Festival Sunday with a truly unique performer. Choose from a wide-ranging Song Menu from Italian arias to crossover classics.\n“I laughed and was amazed in a matter of minutes” \nTickets £16 – includes brunch\nBrunch includes sweet or savoury pastries with Bucks Fizz or a hot drink. \n 
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/opera-brunch/
LOCATION:Valentino’s Restaurant\, 14 Westgate\, Ripon\, HG4 2AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240707T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091118
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T175627Z
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SUMMARY:Trinity Singers
DESCRIPTION:Ripon Trinity Singers is a local community chamber choir rehearsing at St. Wilfrid’s Community Hall every Thursday evening during term time. We sing a wide range of a cappella repertoire from medieval to contemporary in many different genres: classical\, folk\, world music\, pop….. and are happy to sing at any community event. We are currently almost at full capacity but do have a few vacancies for Sopranos. Please contact Nicky Brierley-Woods for more information: nicky_woods@btinternet.com \nFREE EVENT \n10.30-11am Ripon Spa Gardens \n12-12.30pm Little Bird Market
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/trinity-singers/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240706T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240706T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091118
CREATED:20240427T153241Z
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SUMMARY:Ripon City Morris & 400 Roses and Thorns
DESCRIPTION:We are a North West Morris Dancing team from Ripon. We practice most Monday evenings from 7.45pm in Bishop Monkton Village Hall\, which is between Ripon and Harrogate. In the summer months we dance at various pubs in the area on Monday evenings and at Festivals\, weekends of dance and at many other events. We are instantly recognisable by our patriotic kit and fresh flowered hats. \nWe are joined by the incredible 400 Roses and Thorns \nFREE EVENT \n10.30-11.15 Ripon Cathedral forecourt \n12-12.30pm Market Place \n2-2.30pm Ripon Cathedral forecourt \n3.30-4pm Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/ripon-city-morris-400-roses-and-thorns-4/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance,music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240706T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240706T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T091118
CREATED:20240323T131036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T131229Z
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SUMMARY:Kirkgate Street Party
DESCRIPTION:The fun continues on Kirkgate with buskers\, bands and more. Enjoy a meal in one of the restaurants\, or have drink before taking in more theatre. \nFREE EVENT – just turn up! \n 3 – 6pm Kirkgate
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/kirkgate-street-party/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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