Acoustic Music Nights
Yorkshire Heart Vineyard & Brewery
Pool Lane, Nun Monkton, York YO26 8EL
Our monthly acoustic music nights continue in 2025.
Get your friends together and come along to join us at the vineyard for an evening of live acoustic music, great drinks and lovely supper. The last Friday of each month we will be joined a local musician, duo and bands playing and singing live in the Winehouse, or outside in the courtyard in the summer and the weather is kind.
Acts lined up for 2025:
Friday 23rd May 2025 – Kelly Ann Bolland
Friday 30th May – Billy & LU
Friday 27th June – Chris Berry
Friday 18th July – Simon Snaize
Friday 15th August – Lu Brown
Friday 29th August – Adam Dawson
Friday 19th September – Kelly Ann Bolland
Friday 26th September – Revinyl Duo yorkshireheart.com
Evening Of Entertainment
In Aid Of Parkinson's UK Friday 23 May 2025
Held in the Glass Marquee at Hazlewood Castle you will experience a cocktail reception to the backdrop of a live swing band, followed by a 3 course gourmet dinner.
Throughout the evening there will be fun, games and an auction as well as broadway vocals, high energy and comedy from the fabulous Jayne Curry.
Tickets are £95 with all profits from the evening going to Parkinson's UK. For further information and tickets, please contact Nichi on 4charity@mail.com hazlewood-castle.co.uk
Takuya Taniguchi & Tengu Taiko Drummers In Concert Saturday 24 May 2025 The Memorial Hall Theatre, St Peter's School, York
Top Japanese soloist Taiko performer Takuya Taniguchi and York’s own Tengu Taiko Drummers, team up to bring you an
exciting show of dynamic contemporary rhythms and traditional Japanese music.
Taiko is a traditional style of drumming from Japan, which uses martial arts style movement and energy, along with driving rhythms to produce a performance that is as thrilling to watch as it is to listen to.
The show will be held at the prestigious Memorial Hall Theatre at St Peter's school in York, Clifton, YO30 6AB
On Saturday 24th May
Doors 7pm for a 7.30 start.
You can book your tickets via the Ticketsource website at: www.ticketsource.co.uk/tengu-taiko-drummers
Bootham Baroque present FOLIES & BERGÈRES Saturday 24 May 2025 Venue: St Denys' Church, Walmgate York
Foolish vows, faithful shepherdesses, vengeful gods - and cake!
Vocal and instrumental music by Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre and her contemporaries.
Rash promises made by powerful males have fatal consequences for Jeptha and Semele in dramatic cantatas by Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre, a keyboard prodigy and favourite of Louis XIV; in vocal works by Julie Pinel, Jean-Baptiste Morin, and Michel Pignolet de Monteclair our shepherdesses range from amorous to spurning love altogether. The afternoon also includes instrumental pieces of charm and character by Jean Danican Philidor and Joseph Bodin de Boismortier.
Tickets on the door: £10 (unwaged £5). Under 16s free
Rachel Smith - Soprano
Sarah Sketchley - Soprano, Baroque flute
Felicia McCormick - Baroque Violin
Christopher Sketchley - Harpsichord
William Hunt - Baroque cello
All Ages Live Music Show - Some Lions + Supports Saturday 24 May 2025 Venue: Haxby Sports Bar
Some Lions + Vagabond + Wrath + Scamp - All Ages Live Music Show
SHOWCASING THE BEST YOUNG MUSICAL TALENT IN 2025.
This all ages showcase event gives local live music lovers an opportunity to discover up and coming young bands from across Yorkshire.
Some Lions - alternative rock originals & covers (York)
www.instagram.com/somelionsband
Vagabond - rock & punk covers (York)
www.instagram.com/vagabond.321
Wrath - pop punk (Sheffield)
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Scamp - homegrown slacker pop rock (Haxby)
A family friendly evening for all ages. Band members are aged 14-16. A chance for York's young people to enjoy a night of music from their peers. Well behaved adults, parents and (accompanied) younger folk are also welcome. Tickets
Flook Sunday 25 May 2025 Venue: National Centre For Early Music
St. Margarets Church, Walmgate, York, YO1 9TL
Doors: 19:30. Tickets: £22/£20(concs). Contact: 01904 632220.
After 30 years Flook show no sign of letting up in their brilliance, their dynamism, or their inventive flair. What began in 1995 as a ground-breaking union of musicians and instruments, has continued as a unique musical offering through one live album, four studio albums and countless outstanding performances. In 2025, Flook’s enduring class shines bright as they step into their 4th decade with an exhilarating new release, Sanju, and an extensive tour schedule, taking them around UK, Europe and Japan.
The band early on evolved an inimitable trademark sound and hold fast to their rightful reputation as exceptional musical innovators; the whistles and flutes of Brian Finnegan and Sarah Allen, the guitar of Ed Boyd and the bodhran of John Joe Kelly weaving and spinning tunes rooted in tradition over precise acoustic grooves, with a rare blend of fiery technical brilliance, delicate ensemble interaction and a bold, adventurous musical imagination.
The East Pointers Wednesday 28 May 2025 The Crescent Community Venue. 8 The Crescent, York YO24 1AW
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YO UNDERGROUND 3 Saturday 31st May 2025 The Basement, City Screen, York
A superb and varied line-up for the third event of our series of live and left-field new music, words and more, featuring inspiring local and regional innovators. Tickets
"Outside the box creativity... filling a gap in the York events scene." (BBC UPLOAD)
JOE ALLEN & FRIENDS - from the Storytelling Ensemble @thestorytellingensemble
KATIE LAING & DAN FISHWICK - pianist/saxophonist @katie.e.laing.music
SPARTACUS T RUTH - Passionate poetry
THE JAMMINGTONS EXPERIENCE - truthful songs with wit and wonder @thejammingtonsexperience
Poppleton Beer & Music Festival Friday 6 June 2025 4pm-11pm, headliners – The 5.15s Saturday 7 June 2025 12pm-11pm, headliners – Cop Owt & Homemade Monsters.
It’s the lucky for everyone 13th Poppleton Beer & Music Festival, serving perfectly conditioned cask ales, keg, lagers, ciders, wines, a collection of gins and soft drinks. The hugely popular Pimms and Prosecco tent returns of course, along with lots of music and dancing, a fantastic line up of bands, and a selection of food outlets serving popular festival fodder. We can’t wait to throw open the doors and welcome you all again. Tickets
Holly Taymar Sings Eva Cassidy Thursday 12 June 2025 7.30pm The Basement, 11 Coney Street, York
Holly Taymar sings Eva Cassidy* @ The Basement, York (with Sarah Dean)
Join us for a summer's evening at The Basement, York, for a heartfelt tribute to the late, great Eva Cassidy, performed by home-grown talent Holly Taymar.
With her delicate yet powerful vocals, Taymar brings new life to Cassidy’s timeless classics, including Over the Rainbow, Fields of Gold, and Songbird.
Known for her heartfelt performances and charming connection with audiences, Holly has been performing for 20 years, earning a reputation for her sensitive interpretations of classic songs.
In her stunning new show, ‘Holly Taymar sings Eva Cassidy’, she brings to life the timeless music in appreciation of one of the most beloved voices of the 20th century - with a voice perfectly suited to Eva Cassidy’s unique blend of folk, jazz, and blues.
Support comes from the enchanting Sarah Dean, whose ethereal folk sound will set the perfect tone for the evening. wegottickets.com
Amy Winehouse’s Back to Black.
Played by the Belgrave House Band Friday 13 June 2025 Venue: The Crescent, York, YO24 1AW
7.30pm. Tickets are £16 (+b/f) in advance (more on the door) and available from See Tickets. *This is a standing show
The Belgrave House Band, on a mission to celebrate and honour that historic art form, the album, are back once again for edition No.9 to take on the multi-award winning, chart-topping, Doo Wopping, Soul, Reggae and Jazz masterpiece “Back To Black”. Amy Winehouse’s second and most well-known album produced by the esteemed Mark Ronson and Salaam Remi with The Dap-Kings as backing band. thecrescentyork.com
The Bon Jovi Experience
Live at Grand Opera House York Wednesday 18 June 2025
Venue: Grand Opera House York.
The Bon Jovi Experience features smash-hits such as 'Livin’ On a Prayer,’ 'Always’, ‘It’s My Life‘, 'You Give Love a Bad Name‘, 'Bad Medicine‘ and many more. Our talented musicians and charismatic front man, Tony Pearce, deliver an authentic and high-energy rock ‘n’ roll extravaganza that will have you singing and dancing all night!
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Pickup the new programme from the box office.
Address: Cumberland Street, York YO1 9SW
Verdi: Requiem - York Minster Saturday 21 June 2025
York Musical Society and Orchestra with Elinor Rolfe Johnson – soprano.
Alison Kettlewell – mezzo-soprano, Peter Davoren – tenor and Felix Kemp – Bass
Conductor David Pipe
Drums, trumpets and a wall of choral harmony from the 150 voices of YMS will make York Minster reverberate to the thrilling yet deeply moving sound of Verdi's outstandingly beautiful requiem for an unmissable experience.
Tickets £6.00 - £27.50 yorkmusicalsociety.org.uk
Sacred Rhythms from Chant to Tango Saturday 28 June 2025 7.30-9.15pm
Venue: York Guildhall The Courtyard, York YO19QN Map
Celebrate 15 years of Prima Choral Artists, York-based 60-strong mixed voice choir, with a stunning night of sacred and choral music from Mozart to Piazzolla. With the New World String Quintet, Marcelo Nisinman (international bandoneon virtuoso and composer), Greg Birch (piano), Lucy Jubb (mezzo-soprano), directed by Eve Lorian. This wonderfully uplifting evening includes works by Ola Gjeilo, John Leavitt, Shawn Kirchner and Randall Thompson, and culminates in Martin Palmer’s Misatango, a setting of the Latin mass infused with the passion and syncopation of the tango. Featuring intense rhythmic drive, lush harmonies and spiritual depth, this modern mass is a showcase of Latin American sacred innovation.
General admission £28, under 25 £12.
Tickets and information primachoral.com
Bouji York Presents Après Chic Friday 4 July 2025 Venue: The Impossible Wonderbar, York YO1 8QN
Riding on the disco wave on Friday July 4, Bouji York presents
THE Unofficial Nile Rodgers & CHIC Afterparty at one of York's most famously beautiful and historic venues – The Impossible Wonderbar.
With doors opening at 8pm, join this uptown-chic night out where Release Radio's DJ Jonah will be spinning feel-great uplifting disco blended with funky house for a whole night of fabulous glitterball vibes until 1am.
Tickets are from on sale now from Eventbrite, with limited early bird availability starting from £7 + booking fee - (T&Cs apply) Tickets Facebook & Instagram @BoujiYork
🎶 Choir of the World and BGT Finalists at York Minster 🎶 Saturday 19 July 2025 Venue: York Minster
Get ready for a night to remember as Johns' Boys Welsh Male Choir, winners of Choir of the World and finalists on Britain's Got Talent, hit the road for their highly anticipated 2025 UK Tour! 🌟
Catch them live in York Minster on July 19th, where they'll perform a mix of stunning renditions, including their viral hit "Biblical," the powerful Calum Scott cover, and fan favourites like Harry Styles' "Falling" and the iconic Welsh hymn "Calon Lan."
From their chart-topping single Biblical to unforgettable performances at The Royal Variety Show and The Last Night of the Proms, Johns' Boys have captivated audiences worldwide with their signature harmonies and unique take on the Welsh Male Voice Choir tradition.
Don't miss this opportunity to experience the passion and talent of one of the most exciting choirs in the world. 🎤✨
Music Showcase Weekend 2025 Friday 25 - Saturday 26 July 2025 York Racecourse
Sophie Ellis-Bextor, with special guest Natasha Bedingfield will take to the stage after racing on Friday 25th July evening. Ronan Keating, who found the nation's heart through perfoming in Boyzone, will perform live after racing on Saturday 26 July. yorkracecourse.co.uk
