Fri 6 Nov 2026

National Theatre Live: Golden Boy, Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. (15) Bookmarked: Brought to life with a live string quartet, this propulsive drama explores ambition, identity, and the high price of success. 1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with extraordinary talent and a future in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him into the brutal world of professional boxing. 7.30pm. £15 on door, £16 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Sun 15 Nov 2026

Heritage Show, Thirsk Auction Mart YO7 3AB. Only Sun. Indoor Classic and Vintage Tractors show. Collections, Bygones, Models & Crafts in Entrance Hall, Stationary engines running outside. Lots to see. 10am onwards. £6 adults under 14's free. tel: 07801 709410 email: thirskheritageshow@gmail.com web: https://antiquesfairs.com/thirsk.html

Sat 21 Nov 2026 until
 Sun 22 Nov 2026

Forgotten Island (PG), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. While celebrating their last night together, high school graduates and best friends Jo and Raissa stumble upon a mysterious portal that transports them to the fantastical island of Nakali. 2.30pm. £7 on door, £8 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Sat 28 Nov 2026 until
 Thu 24 Dec 2026

Magical Christmas Experience, Mother Shipton's Cave, Knaresborough, HG5 8DD. Experience award-winning festive magic at Mother Shipton’s Christmas Experience. Wander illuminated woodland, meet Santa and his elves, enjoy festive activities, explore the Christmas Village, and discover the Cave and Petrifying Well. Warm up with seasonal treats. Santa tickets include a soft toy gift. 9.30am - 5.30pm or 8.30pm on selected dates. £44-£46 for a Car or Group Ticket (covering up to 5 people), plus £18-£19 for a Santa Ticket per child. tel: 01423 864600 tickets: online only www.mothershipton.co.uk/events/christmas email: info@mothershipton.co.uk web: https://www.mothershipton.co.uk

Sat 28 Nov 2026 until
 Thu 24 Dec 2026

Santa’s Grotto, Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bedale DL8 2PR. Follow the twinkling woodland trail through the Arboretum to Santa’s Grotto, where elves welcome you into a magical world of festive scenes and hidden surprises. Peek inside Santa’s Office, then enjoy a personal visit with Santa himself: a chat, a keepsake photo, and a Christmas gift to take home!. Varies by day, please check the website. £21. tel: 01677 425323 tickets: Book online email: enquiries@thorpperrow.com web: https://thorpperrow.com

Sat 28 Nov 2026 until
 Mon 4 Jan 2027

Santa’s Missing Christmas Presents Trail, Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bedale DL8 2PR. The big day is almost near, but Santa has misplaced a few presents in the arboretum! Journey through our winter woodland twinkling with lights and help Santa find the missing gifts. Closed Christmas Day. Standard opening times. Standard admission applies. tel: 01677 425323 tickets: online or on the door email: enquiries@thorpperrow.com web: https://thorpperrow.com

Tue 1 Dec 2026

Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker (U), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. At a cosy Christmas party, young Clara meets the mysterious magician Drosselmeyer, who gives her a nutcracker doll. When the guests have departed and the house is asleep, Clara sneaks downstairs in search of the doll. Instead, she finds Drosselmeyer, who whisks her away on a journey into a whole world of enchantment. 7.15pm. £16, Child £10, Senior £13. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 5 Dec 2026 until
 Sat 12 Dec 2026

Sleeping Beauty, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd, York YO31 8TA. Not Mon. Rowntree Players: Stilton-on-the-Mould has a problem. A royal baby, a wicked curse, and absolutely no sharp things allowed anywhere in the kingdom. Not a needle, not a pin, not even a pointy kumquat. Various times. £24, 18 & under £20. tel: 01904 501935 tickets: Book online email: boxoffice@jrtheatre.co.uk web: https://josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk

Sun 6 Dec 2026

André Rieu 2026 Christmas Concert, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. This heartwarming festive spectacular, filled with beloved Christmas classics, enchanting waltzes, and magical surprises, will leave you smiling long after the final encore. 7.00pm. £16, Child £10, Senior £13. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 18 Dec 2026

Goldilocks Pantomime, Thirsk Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QR. Join SD Theatre for an interactive and comedic pantomime perfect for children and their families. 7pm - 8pm. £10.00 - £12.00. tel: 01845 526536 tickets: Online email: admin@ruralarts.org web: https://www.ruralarts.org/whats-on/performances/goldilocks-at-thirsk-town-hall/

Sun 20 Dec 2026 until
 Thu 24 Dec 2026

The Nice List Santamime, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. As Christmas Eve approaches, excitement fills Santa’s workshop… until disaster strikes - the all-important Nice List has gone missing. Join Santa, Mrs Claus, and their mischievous elf Jingles on a magical, laugh-out-loud journey to save Christmas before it’s too late. Multiple times 11am to 3.30pm, see website. £13 (all ages). tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk