The Little Vikings Awards 2026 winners announced! What better way to kick off the new year than celebrating the very best that York has to offer for families? Once again, you voted in your thousands (thank you!) and now we’re delighted to reveal the Little Vikings Awards winners 2026, sponsored by Indie York. Now in […]

February half term in York 2026 takes place from 14th to 22nd February 2026 February half term in York is great fun. Resist the urge to hibernate, wrap up warm and enjoy the best activities and events on offer in and around York this February. There’s lots to do in York with kids at this […]

York Residents Festival is the annual opportunity for York residents to explore their city for free (or a lot less) and it’s back for 2026! Taking place on Saturday 31st January and 1st February 2026, it’s just what we need to look forward to at the end of the bleakest time of the year. As […]

York’s a great place to visit with kids, and it’s bursting with free things to do. Children are easily pleased, so you really don’t need to spend a fortune in York to have a good time – in fact there are lots of things to do in York that are free or cheap (even by […]

Looking for what’s on this weekend in York? You’ve come to the right place. This guide is put together by the Little Vikings team, who spend their weekends doing exactly what you’re probably planning: finding great things to do with kids, making the most of the city or heading out on a day trip. We […]

York Ice Trail is returning for 2026 and we couldn’t be more excited! One of the city’s coolest events, York Ice Trail – organised by Make It York’  – will take place on February 7th and 8th 2026 and the theme will be ‘An Enchanted City’, with each sculpture telling a unique story. As always, the […]

York’s always a wonderful place to visit with kids, and 2026 is shaping up to be no exception. Whether, like us, you’re lucky enough to live here, or you’re planning a trip with your family, there are already lots of events, activities and attractions to get excited about. Here are our top picks for family-friendly […]

The JORVIK Viking Festival returns this February! York will be taken over by Viking warriors from Monday 16th February to Sunday 22nd February 2026. The world-renowned festival features living history encampments, workshops, tours, traditional crafts, feasts, family events, evening entertainment, and dramatic combat performances. This year’s Festival has so much for adults and children alike, […]

The very best things to do in York with kids Discover the best family-friendly adventures in and around York York is one of the UK’s most family-friendly cities, with activities, hands-on museums and outdoor adventures galore. From dinosaurs to Vikings, chocolate-makers to history-shapers, York is bursting with unforgettable things to do with kids. Whether you’re […]

If you’re looking for family-friendly winter walks near York, you’re spoilt for choice. A walk works wonders for everyone’s moods, especially during winter. Even if the weather’s uninspiring, getting outside and letting the little ones run free is the perfect antidote to too much sofa time (for them or the grown-ups). Whether they’re tiny or […]

Looking for an unforgettable family outing in York in 2026? York’s much-loved Colour & Light event, brought to the city by The York BID, is back and set to dazzle visitors. Two York landmarks will be illuminated together for the first time, as York Castle Museum and Clifford’s Tower become a huge projection canvas for […]

Kick off the holiday season with York’s 2025 Nutcracker Trail! It’s one of the best things to do in York at Christmas with kids, and it’s totally free. This year’s theme is a kids’ takeover. Each nutcracker has been designed by a school-aged child from York and re-created by talented local artist, MarcoLooks. RECOMMENDED 🎄 […]

This season, step inside the National Railway Museum’s cosy guard’s carriage to meet Father Christmas and his jolly elf in the newly reopened Station Hall.  Share your Christmas wishes with Father Christmas himself before taking away a special gift. Soak up the sparkle of Station Hall, brimming with twinkling lights, joyful Victorian carol singers and […]

Wondering where to eat in York with kids? Good news – you’re in the right city. From brilliant brunch spots to incredible independents serving dishes you won’t find anywhere else, York has plenty of places that make eating out with kids a pleasure rather than a chore. Whether you’re grabbing something on the go, or […]

Jingle bells! Christmas in York 2025 will be here before we know it, and it’s going to be another magical festive season for families. If you’re looking for the best family-friendly Christmas events in York, you’ve come to the right place. From enchanting Santa’s grottos to sparkling Christmas light trails, side-splitting pantomimes to festive days […]

Snow is forecast in York this November, and this time, it’s guaranteed! Running from 10 November 2025 to 22 February 2026, JORVIK Viking Centre has been transformed into a spectacular snowy scene for A Winter Adventure at JORVIK. We stepped back in time to AD 960 to experience how York’s Vikings braved the cold, kept […]

The Little Vikings Awards 2026 shortlists announced! Voting is now open Drumroll, please… We’re thrilled to unveil the Little Vikings Awards 2026 shortlists, proudly sponsored by Indie York! Huge thanks to our sponsors Indie York, The York Proms, Stockeld Park, Mint Sauce Media, The Bloody Tour of York, Stonegate Medical Clinic, Yorkshire Foundry and Caramel […]

Piglets’ Adventure Farm’s Magical Sleigh Ride Experience is one of the best Santa experiences in York, and we’re giving away a ticket on one of the most sought-after dates to one lucky family! We went along last year and absolutely loved it – take a look at our review to find out what to expect. […]

Don’t let the rain stop play! There are plenty of things to do on a rainy day in York, and these are some of the best indoor activities, whether you fancy visiting an attraction, losing yourselves in a movie or getting creative and making something lovely to take home with you. Rainy days in York […]

It’s been a busy week of pantomime-going at Little Vikings HQ, and we’re delighted to say that York’s lucky enough to have two top-class pantos to choose from again this year. Last night we headed to the press night of Sleeping Beauty at York Theatre Royal and it’s spectacular. We’ve been YTR panto regulars for […]