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 know that your time is precious – not to mention your money! – so we’ll only share recommendations that we think you’ll love.
Updated every week, this feature rounds up the best things to do in York this weekend, including family-friendly events, seasonal activities, shows, exhibitions, day trips and ideas for all weathers and ages.
If you’re visiting York or lucky enough to call it home, this is your insider guide to the best of York for kids every weekend. Why not bookmark the page and check back each week for inspiration for your weekend in York with kids? And while you’re at it, subscribe to the weekly Little Vikings newsletter and you’ll never miss a thing!
⭐ Our Top Pick
Rebuild the Railway at the National Railway Museum – The NRM will be hosting their first Railway Bricks exhibition this half term. Come and see rail in a new (mini) dimension, in 10 of their biggest and best railway-themed layouts made entirely from LEGO® bricks. Find out more here.
💰 Free fun
Make the most of York without spending a penny! Discover the best free things to do in York with kids.
Admission’s free to Dalby Forest, just pay to park. Why not check out the brand new Room on the Broom Trail? Find out more about the trail here.
☔️ Indoor fun
Perfect for when the weather’s not on your side. Here are lots of ideas for things to do on a rainy day in York, and this is our recommendation for this week.
Discover the essence of the Unicorn at The Hole in Wand! This February marks The Celestial Convergence, a 900 year cycle of Unicorn Magic, where magic is at its strongest. During your magical adventure, use unicorn magic to aid your wizard golf quest. Take on 9 magical holes and see if you can spot all the hidden unicorn horns at The Hole In Wand York!
🌳 Day Trip of the Week
Fancy a little adventure beyond the city? Here’s a lovely family day out from York
February half term is a lovely time to visit Robin Hood’s Bay, just wrap up warm! Why not combine it with a trip to see the seals at Ravenscar? Find out more here.
🍰 Eat of the Week
There are loads of family-friendly places to eat in York, and here’s our recommendation of the week.
Ambiente Tapas – Fancy a family meal out to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Ambiente Tapas is one of our top picks, with a great kids’ menu and loads of tasty options for the grown-ups.
😊 Plan Ahead
It’s not long now until JORVIK Viking Festival kicks off, with loads of amazing activities for kids. Find the family-friendly highlights here.
✨ Little Vikings Family Card offer
Get a FREE golden dragon coin when you book The Wizard Walk of York and mention the Little Vikings Family Card! Don’t forget to take the card with you when you go.
Pick up your Little Vikings Family Card from the Visit York Information Centre for exclusive family discounts and offers across York.
For more inspiration for family days out, trails, events and places to eat, visit little-vikings.co.uk or follow us on Instagram @littlevikingsyork.
This guide was written by the Little Vikings editorial team. Little Vikings is an award-winning, independent guide to family-friendly activities in and around York, run by a local family with an in-depth knowledge of the best things to do and places to go.
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Little Vikings is York’s award-winning family guide, run by a local family who know the city inside-out. We explore, review and recommend the best things to do, see, eat and experience with kids in York and beyond.
