Date: 26 August 2026 

What’s on this week: Events not to be missed! 

York Museums Trust have some incredible events happening across the bank holiday weekend that are not to be missed! 

The last Evening in the Garden event in York Museum Gardens was a brilliant success, with live music, fresh street food, drinks and summer ambience surrounded by the historic ruins and beautiful gardens. Exclusive access to the city’s best loved green space after hours can be experienced again on Friday 28 August, 6.30pm to 9.30pm, for the second Evening in the Garden event, to soak up the last of the summer vibes and kick off the bank holiday weekend in style.  

Also taking place in the Gardens and at York Art Gallery on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August, will be a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture marks the close of Making Waves: The Art of Japanese Woodblock Print, the Gallery’s acclaimed exhibition. Enjoy free activities outdoors and exclusive experiences inside, including printmaking, face painting, tea tasting, sun ring making, jiu-jitsu demonstrations, Japanese harp and drumming performances, choir performances, and more.  

Make the most of the final weekend of the exhibition, stay all day to eat, play and relax alongside the beautiful Japanese Garden at the back of the Gallery. For tickets, times and more information see York Art Gallery’s website here: Making Waves: The Art of Japanese Woodblock Print Events Programme | York Art Gallery 

To secure a place to the Evening in the Gardens, book online here: Evening in the Gardens | York Museums Trust