Northumberland Events & Activities

Northumberland Balloon Festival

12–14 July, Tynedale Rugby Club (Corbridge) – A spectacle of around 25 hot-air balloons, complete with an evening Night Glow light show, music, fairground rides and food stalls. Great for all ages!

Dinky Dub Fest

26–28 July, Druridge Bay Country Park – A chilled weekend by the beach with live music, food vendors, and water sports like kayaking and paddle boarding—family-friendly and relaxed. More info here.

Tom Fool shows at Alnwick Castle

21–25 July – Daily family-friendly performances filled with laughter and interactive fun. Visit Alnwick Castle’s website for more events! They always have something going on. Visit here.

American Car Show at Bamburgh Castle

13th of July- American cars R Us (North East)  we will be hosting an American Car show exclusively in the splendid grounds of Bamburgh Castle. With a range of vehicles spanning the decades this is your chance to see some of America’s finest automobiles up close. Find out more here. 

Bamburgh Castle Events

Bamburgh Castle has all sorts going on this July, here’s a sneak peak and what they have planned!

• Treasure Hunt- 21.07.25-31.08.25
• Ahoy Academy- 21.07.25-31.08.25
• Pirate Critters- 24.07.25-28.08.25
• Pirates Craft – 24.07.25-31.08.25
• Redcoats and Pirates weekend- 26.07.25-17.08.25

Visit their ‘What’s on’ page for more info on each activity! 

Astronomy at Kielder Observatory

Throughout July – Space-kids events like rocket building, stargazing, and night sky talks. Book ahead here!

Northumberlandia Summer Nature Celebration

5 July, Cramlington – Drop-in craft sessions, den-building, bug hunts and more in this beloved “Lady of the North” sculpture park. Free, but booking required. Ages 4+. Book here.

Heatherslaw Light Railway

All summer – A charming narrow-gauge ride through scenic countryside between Heatherslaw and Etal—fun for train-loving kiddos.

North Yorkshire Events & Activities

York Comedy Festival

6 July 2025, York Museum Gardens
One-night outdoor stand-up comedy event featuring Dara Ó Briain, Maisie Adam, Eshaan Akbar and more. Held in a stunning open-air setting, with food and drink vendors on-site- Here

Hearty Festival

(25–27 July, Nun Monkton Vineyard near York). Vineyard festival with live acoustic sets, craft beers, food stalls, and relaxed vibes

Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival

(17–20 July, Harrogate). Prestigious crime-writing festival—panels, signings, author Q&As in Harrogate

Great Yorkshire Show

(8–11 July, Harrogate). While largely agricultural, this iconic event includes food demos, chef stages, local producers, and evening entertainment

Yorkshire Dales Food & Drink Festival

(18–20 July, Skipton). Street food, celebrity chefs, cocktail demos, plus entertainment and music

Masham Steam Traction Engine Rally

(20–21 July, Masham). Vintage steam engines, trade stalls, crafts and hearty refreshments

North Yorkshire Moors Railway 200

Special heritage celebrations and themed trail-lines marking 200 years of rail heritage

Live Music Events this July

July is full with live music concerts near Nutkin Yurt- take a look below!

• Elbow – Live at Museum Gardens, York (3 July)

• Nile Rodgers & CHIC – York Museum Gardens (4 July)

• The Script – Scarborough Open Air Theatre (5 July)

• McFly – Scarborough Open Air Theatre (12 July)

• Deer Shed Festival (26–29 July, Baldersby Park)
  A hybrid of music, comedy, science and wellness—with adult-friendly headliners alongside family programming. Very community-oriented vibe.