What's On In York, February

Colour & Light 2026

4 to 22 February 2026
Colour & Light back for 2026. For the first time, two of York’s landmark buildings will be illuminated together, as York Castle Museum and Clifford’s Tower become a combined canvas for a fully choreographed projection show, transforming the Eye of York.

The continuous, looped, 10 minute show will bring York’s historic characters to life in a family-friendly projection that’s welcoming to all, completely free to see and with no tickets required.

• Dates: Nightly, 4th – 22nd February 2026
• Times: Nightly 6-9pm (shows every 10 minutes)
• Completely free, no ticket required
• Best viewing point: Eye of York, York, YO1 9WZ
• Accessibility: the final hour of each evening features a quiet hour with reduced noise and crowd levels. There are benches available for those who need it.

York Ice Trail 2026

Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 February 2026 10:30am - 4pm
This February, York’s city centre will be transformed into An Enchanted City, where a mysterious spell has taken hold...

Wander through the historic streets and discover dazzling ice sculptures inspired by magic, mystery, and the weird and wonderful. Each corner reveals something new - from curious creatures to mythical marvels - in a trail bursting with enchantment. But beware... who cast the spell, and why? Follow the trail with the whole family to uncover the truth, before the magic melts away.

New for 2026 - Step into the Ice Village - a brand new addition filled with family-friendly fun and themed traders offering magical delights. Make sure to book a place on one of the Ice Carving Masterclasses and learn how to carve a polar bear! visityork.org/york-ice-trail

Show your art at SPARK:York during the February half-term holiday!
Tuesday 17 February to Saturday 21 February 2025

The Wizard Walk Of York - Five-Star Family Fun!
WINNER ‘Best Tour of York’ – Little Vikings Awards