A Weekend of Yorkshire Celebration
Ilkley is celebrating Yorkshire Day with a lively weekend of music, entertainment, shopping and family fun on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August 2026. Across the weekend, The Grove will be filled with local makers, bakers and creators, alongside a tempting selection of street food and drink. There will be live music and entertainment throughout both days, with performances from local bands, singers, musicians, choirs and community groups.
On Saturday, don’t miss the official Yorkshire Day Proclamation at Station Plaza, plus a brand-new Children’s Activity Area at Canker Well featuring circus skills, a magician and plenty more to keep younger visitors entertained.
Come along for an hour, stay for the day or make a full weekend of it!
Saturday 1st August 2026
Yorkshire Day Proclamation
Station Plaza, 11.30am–12.30pm
Live Music & Entertainment
Across the Main Stage and Bandstand Arena, 10.30am–9.30pm
Children’s Activity Area
Canker Well – circus skills, a magician and more
Local Makers’ Market
Browse stalls from local makers, bakers and creators
Street Food & Drink
Delicious food and drink available throughout the day
Sunday 2 August 2026
Live performances at the Bandstand, 11am–6.30pm
Local Makers’ Market
Browse stalls from local makers, bakers and creators
Street Food & Drink
Delicious food and drink available throughout the day
Live Music & Entertainment
Saturday • Main Stage
Saturday • Bandstand Arena
Sunday • Bandstand
Performance times and acts may be subject to change.