Formed to celebrate the 1100 anniversary of Ripon's City Charter, the Wakeman Mummers are celebrating their 40th anniversary in 2026. Reviving a tradition which goes back many centuries, the “St Wilfrid Play” will be repeated around 5 of Ripon’s hostelries by a colourful band of performers and musicians telling, simply and with humour, the story of King …
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 song and dance and drums and a meadow where yellow flowers grow. On their way a drummer they found who vowed to tag along and …
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 - the best in street theatre, circus, dance, magic and fun. Professional acts come together with community performers. Performances will be staged at Ripon Market Place, …
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 intrepid adventurers are just hours away from crossing the finish line, if they can just coerce their hot air balloons to go in the right …
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 headphones and enjoy the adventure! Gary the driver is always getting lost - where on Earth will we end up next? Don’t worry - Mike …
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 chase a thief or poacher through the streets. FREE EVENT 11am-11.45am Kirkgate 1-1.45pm Kirkgaate
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 headphones and enjoy the adventure! Gary the driver is always getting lost - where on Earth will we end up next? Don’t worry - Mike …
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 love and passion for singing and performing. I hope I can encourage others to sing and smile and also do things that they love". FREE …
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 University of Bologna, Francesca joined the Circus World, first at Carampa Circus School in Madrid and then graduated in Circus Arts at theNational Centre for …
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) Janice will also be busking in the Arcade from 10.45-11.15am
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), Dave Hope (Ripon), Will Forster (Little Fencote) and Paul Hetherington (Hudswell). This year they have performed at Leyburn Festival, Thirsk De Mowbray Festival, local venues …
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 thief or poacher through the streets. FREE EVENT 11.00am 11.45am Kirkgate 1.00-1.45pm Kirkgate
