Now until
 Sun 4 Jan 2026

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Castle Howard, near Malton, York YO60 7DA. Follow in Dorothy's footsteps. The House is transformed into the magical world of Oz. Experience our festive take on this much-loved story, told through installations, soundscapes and projections. From £23+booking fee, including access to the Gardens. tickets: Book online web: https://castlehoward.co.uk

Now until
 Sun 4 Jan 2026

Sleeping Beauty Family Pantomime, York Theatre Royal, St. Leonard's Place, York YO1 7HD. The magical Sleeping Beauty is brought to life by Evolution Productions. Starring Jennie Dale as Fairy Moonbeam, Robin Simpson, Jocasta Almgill, Tommy Carmichael, Aoife Kenny, and Christian Mortimer, this festive family show promises adventure, laughs, and dazzling effects. A sparkling seasonal treat you won’t want to miss!. tickets: Book online web: https://yorktheatreroyal.co.uk/show/sleeping-beauty

Fri 2 Jan 2026 until
 Sun 4 Jan 2026

Zootropolis 2 (PG), Ritz Cinema, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. After cracking the biggest case in Zootropolis history, rookie cops Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find their partnership isn't as solid as they thought when Chief Bogo orders them to join the Partners in Crisis counseling program. 2.30pm. £6 on door, £7 online. tel: 01845 524751 tickets: Online or on door web: https://ritzcinema.co.uk

Fri 2 Jan 2026 until
 Sun 4 Jan 2026

Wicked for Good, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, Glinda and Elphaba will need to come together one final time. With their singular friendship now the fulcrum of their futures, they will need to truly see each other, with honesty and empathy, if they are to change themselves, and all of Oz, for good. Fri 2.30pm, Sat 11.30am, Sun 7.30pm. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Fri 9 Jan 2026 until
 Mon 12 Jan 2026

Zootropolis 2 (PG), The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Not Sun. Detectives Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (voiced by Jason Bateman) find themselves on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile who arrives in Zootropolis and turns the mammal metropolis upside down. Fri 10.30pm, Sat 2.30pm, Mon 2.30pm. £6, Child/Senior/Student £5. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sun 18 Jan 2026 until
 Sat 24 Jan 2026

Mother Goose Pantomime NAVC, The Forum, Bullamoor Rd, Northallerton DL6 1LP. Not Wed. Northallerton Amateur Variety Company presents Mother Goose written by an expert panto script writer Alan Frayn. We have Priscilla the Goose who the children will love and our wonderful dame Mother Goose who with her son, Billy Gosling, will no doubt be getting into all sorts of trouble. Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 7.15pm. Also Sun & Sat 2.15pm,. £14, Child £12. tel: 01609 776230 tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door. email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk web: https://forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sat 7 Feb 2026

Thirsk Brick Show, Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QR. A small, one day LEGO show featuring exhibits, traders and activities for LEGO fans of all ages. 10am-4pm. £4, Child (5-15) £2. tickets: On the door, cash or card email: events@brickalleylug.co.uk web: https://brickalleylug.co.uk/events/thirsk-brick-show

Sat 7 Feb 2026 until
 Sun 8 Feb 2026

York Ice Trail, York City Centre. Wander through the historic streets and discover dazzling ice sculptures inspired by magic, mystery, and the weird and wonderful. The same weekend sees the ‘Ice Village’ – a market filled with family-friendly fun and themed traders offering magical delights. Just around the corner, warm up with delicious street food at Shambles Food Court. web: https://visityork.org/york-ice-trail

Fri 13 Feb 2026 until
 Sat 28 Feb 2026

Moors Dark Skies Festival, North York Moors, Sutton Bank & elsewhere. Celebrate the wonders of our skies and explore this incredible International Dark Sky Reserve in the peak of our stargazing season. 23 different events at places all over the Moors. web: https://darkskiesnationalparks.org.uk/north-york-moors-events

Sat 14 Feb 2026 until
 Sun 15 Feb 2026

Peppa Pig & Baby Evie, Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate DL1 1RR. Peppa Pig Live is back with a brand-new ‘oinktastic’ stage show: Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show, which will feature the new addition to the family, baby Evie. Based on the much-loved animated preschool TV series, Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show is packed full of music, adventure and surprises for little ones and is the perfect introduction to theatre. 10am, 1pm & 4pm each day. £13 to £22. tel: 01325 405405 tickets: Book online email: hippodrome.boxoffice@darlington.gov.uk web: https://darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk

Sun 22 Mar 2026

Thirsk 10 Mile Road Race, Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road, Thirsk YO7 1QL. Also wheelchair race and Fun Run. With only 1100 places, it sells out every year, so secure your spot for the main race or the 1.5 mile children’s fun run. A share of proceeds supports charities, which in 2025 received £1500 each. Kids Fun Run 9.00am, main race 10.00am, wheelchairs at 9.50am. £23 affiliated, £25 unaffiliated, £3 Kids Fun Run. tickets: Book online (or on the day for kids) email: rdthirsk10@tasharriers.club web: https://tasharriers.club/thirsk10