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York Festival of Ideas will return from 1-14 June 2024 under the banner of ‘The Power Of…’ Why not sign up to our mailing list and be among the first to hear about our exciting programme of mostly free events? With talks, performances, exhibitions and family-friendly activities covering a huge range of subjects, the Festival promises something for all ages and interests. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Read the York Festival of Ideas 2023 Impact Report

'Such a festival. Such a welcome. To be able to perform, to tell my story with my friends in one of the great buildings of the world [York Minster], and to do it as part of a festival that enables everyone to come who wants to come, I found hugely inspiring. I love the idea of a festival of ideas that is free at the point of delivery. In an ideal world that is how it should always be.  Long may this festival continue and may I be invited back from time to time to enjoy the place, the people and the idea.’ 

Sir Michael Morpurgo

That we can access such high quality talks and events for free is extraordinary - it is one of the best things about living around York and an absolute gem in York’s cultural crown. 

Feedback from 2023 Festival