WHAT'S ON AT THE YORK BARBICAN, YORK
What's On at the York Barbican, York
Most Popular Shows and Events at York Barbican, York
Sat 31 Oct - Sun 1 Nov 2026
What's On at the York Barbican, York
Scouting for Girls
Tuesday 17 March 2026
Friends since they were five, London indie pop three-piece Scouting For Girls have never changed to chase success. Success came to them; their 2007 self-titled debut went on to become triple platinum and birthed the generation-bridging anth...
London Symphonic Rock Orchestra
Wednesday 18 March 2026
Boundary breaking pioneers fusing the omnipotent power of the orchestra with innovative technology the raucous rebellion of rock, London Symphonic Rock Orchestra deliver iconic rock hits in the most spectacular way.​​A collective of 12 ...
Venue Premium Tickets - London Symphonic Rock Orchestra
Wednesday 18 March 2026
Boundary breaking pioneers fusing the omnipotent power of the orchestra with innovative technology and the raucous rebellion of rock, London Symphonic Rock Orchestra deliver iconic rock hits in the most spectacular way. Adorned in the guise...
The Brand New Heavies
Thursday 19 March 2026
Since debuting in 1990, The Brand New Heavies have translated their love of sophisticated '70s funk grooves into an ever-evolving sound that has ignited dance floors and inspired fans for over thirty years. Their huge success with 'Brother ...
Chris Ramsey
Friday 20 March 2026
Chris Ramsey is a critically acclaimed Stand Up Comedian and regular face on TV. He has hosted two series of his own show The Chris Ramsey Show on Comedy Central as well as Chris Ramsey's Stand Up Central and the panel show Virtually Famous...
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Friday 20 March 2026
Following overwhelming demand (mainly from his wife Rosie who is desperate to get him out of the house), Chris Ramsey will be back on the road in 2026 with a brand-new stand-up show. 'Here Man' is the hotly anticipated follow-up to Chris' l...
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club - York
Saturday 21 March - Saturday 20 June 2026
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Clubs ? Treat Yourself to a Laugh!Come and see the best in live stand-up with comedians from such hit TV shows as BBC1?s Michael McIntyre?s Big Show, BBC1?s Would I Lie to You?, BBC2?s Live at the Apollo, Channel 4?s 8...
Murder Trial Tonight IV - Death Of A Landlord
Sunday 22 March 2026
Murder Trial Tonight is back for it's fourth season with a brand new show "Death of a Landlord". Victor Sloane, a powerful landlord, is discovered dead in his office - his young child the only witness. Tenant, Tre Bennet, struggling with me...
Spider-Man: No Way Home - Live in Concert
Sunday 29 March 2026
Spider-Man™: No Way Home, one of the most successful Super Hero films of all time, will be presented live in concert, in what will be the ultimate experience for Spider-Man™ fans. The box office smash hit will have its incredibl...
James B Partridge - Primary School Bangers
Saturday 4 April 2026
Join James B. Partridge for an evening of pure nostalgia, stepping back in time with some joyous singalong tunes to take you back to your Primary School days. You won't have to sit cross legged on the school hall floor, but you will be enco...
Horrible Histories - The Concert
Monday 6 - Tuesday 7 April 2026
For the very first time, your favourite songs and actors from the BAFTA Award-winning CBBC TV series will be appearing live (and dead!) on stage in a very special production! When William Shakespeare is asked to create the greatest show on ...
Jason Fox
Wednesday 8 April 2026
Some people are built to Embrace the Chaos. Ex-special forces soldier, star of TV's SAS: Who Dares Wins, Inside The Real Narcos and author of The Number One Bestseller Battle Scars, Jason Fox is one of them, having survived some of the m...
An Evening with Aggers and Tuffers
Thursday 16 April 2026
Cricket legends Aggers and Tuffers are BACK and ready to bowl you over as they return to the stage with their highly anticipated 2025 tour! With a collective career of over 5 decades, Aggers and Tuffers have remained connected to the sporti...
Jo Whiley's 90s Anthems
Friday 17 April 2026 - Friday 26 February 2027
BBC Radio 2 DJ Jo Whiley brings you all the best tracks from the greatest decade for music. Think Blur vs Oasis, Fatboy Slim, Primal Scream, The Verve, The Chemical Brothers, Faithless, The Prodigy and a whole lot more. ...
Aljaz & Janette - A Night to Remember
Saturday 18 April 2026
A Night to Remember is the brand-new show from Strictly favourites Aljaz & Janette! It will be a night of unforgettable dancing, great music and plenty of laughter! Aljaz and Janette have graced UK stages across the country for over 6 years...
JUSTIN LIVE
Sunday 19 April 2026
Are You Ready To Rock?.... Because Justin has got the band back together! Famous for his BAFTA Award-winning appearances in hit programmes including Something Special, Justin's House, Gigglebiz and Gigglequiz, Justin and his friends are ba...
Diversity
Monday 20 - Tuesday 21 April 2026
Diversity is set to take to the road on a major new tour of the UK and Ireland in spring 2026. The UK's most successful dance group will bring their new concept tour SOUL to 31 towns and cities, performing over 60 dates between February and...
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Monday 20 - Tuesday 21 April 2026
Diversity is set to take to the road on a major new tour of the UK and Ireland in spring 2026. The UK's most successful dance group will bring their new concept tour SOUL to 31 towns and cities, performing over 60 dates between February and...
Jalen Ngonda
Wednesday 22 April 2026
With shades of Marvin Gaye, Liverpool-based US singer Jalen Ngonda is one of the most captivating performers on today's soul scene. His voice, equal parts raw feeling and elegance, exudes confidence and charm. Despite still being in his twe...
Blue
Saturday 25 April 2026
The Blue boys are back in town! Simon Webbe, Duncan James, Antony Costa and Lee Ryan are ready to make new memories with the news that they will release their all-new studio album 'Reflections' on January 9th 2026 - the first taste of which...
The Rocky Horror Picture Show - 50th Anniversary Spectacular
Sunday 26 April 2026
Join the original Brad Majors - Barry Bostwick, the original Magenta - Patricia Quinn, and the original Columbia - Nell Campbell, for this once-in-a-lifetime screening event! Come and celebrate the Rocky Horror Picture Show's 50th anniv...
Jim Henson's Labyrinth in Concert
Monday 27 April 2026
Experience the 80s Cult Classic on Screen with the Iconic Soundtrack Performed by a Live Band on Stage with David Bowie's Legendary Vocals. An Exciting Fusion of Film and Live Music, audiences are invited to experience an epic evening as Ji...
Alfie Boe
Tuesday 28 April 2026
Alfie's homage to rock, Open Arms - The Symphonic Songbook sees the tenor rework versions of rock's finest tracks such as Bon Jovi's 'Livin' On A Prayer', Metallica's 'Nothing Else Matters', Bryan Adams' 'Summer of '69, & many more, into si...
The Extra Mile
Wednesday 29 April 2026
We are delighted to be able to bring you an event and give you the opportunity of spending time with a very special person. You will hear all about the life of an achiever who has given himself a reason to go on and do superhuman things, su...
Gary Stewart presents: The Songs of Paul Simon
Friday 1 May 2026
"Gary Stewart presents: The Songs of Paul Simon."York-based singer/songwriter Gary Stewart and his superb band return to The Barbican after a triumphant sell-out show in December 2024 to bring you an evening of the music of Paul Simon, incl...
Venue Premium Tickets - Weetwood Mac - an Evening of Fleetwood Mac
Saturday 2 May 2026
Experience luxury and ease with Gateway+. Skip the queue with a dedicated premium entrance and enjoy early access to the venue. Sip a complimentary drink and relax in Clifford's Lounge, our private bar. Then, settle into your exclusive balc...
Weetwood Mac presents an evening of Fleetwood Mac's Greatest Hits
Saturday 2 May 2026
Weetwood Mac presents an evening of Fleetwood Mac's Greatest Hits(plus special guests). Sat 2nd May 2026. York Barbican.'After their sell-out evening in December 2024, Weetwood Mac return to York Barbican. Fast making a name for themselves ...
The James Brown Experience
Monday 4 May 2026
Celebrate the original soul legend in an immersive concert experience that goes beyond imitation and captures the essence of the Godfather's unmatched legacy with The James Brown Experience. Get involved in the movement as you watch high-oc...
Haircut One Hundred
Friday 8 May 2026
 The return of Nick Heyward's 1980's new wave jazz funk pop band forty years on from the release of their much-loved debut album, "Pelican West", which saw the group move from being London underground darlings to chart sensations in less ...
Haircut 100
Friday 8 May 2026
Can you guess the year? Excitement is building for a new, much-anticipated album and gigs by one of Britain's most-loved and creative pop bands. They are Haircut 100, and actually, there are two correct answers. One is 1982, and the other i...
York Guildhall Orchestra
Sunday 10 May 2026
The first concert in the orchestra's 45th season continues with this year's celebration of the life and compositions of Dmitri Shostakovich with a performance of his 10th Symphony. The third movement contains a motif that spells out, in not...
James Morrison
Wednesday 13 May 2026
 From the West Midlands town of Rugby, the Brit Award winning Best British Male Solo Artist singer James Morrison became an overnight sensation in the U.K. with the release of his debut album, 2006's "Undiscovered", which wasted little ti...
The Ultimate Classic Rock Show
Friday 15 May 2026
Dust off your air guitars for an evening of the very best classic rock anthems from legends past and present! Let The Ultimate Classic Rock Show take you on a roller coaster journey of classic rock nostalgia. Performing hit after hit live w...
Christopher Cross
Saturday 16 May 2026
Christopher Cross was by far the biggest new star of 1980, virtually defining adult contemporary radio with a series of smoothly sophisticated ballads including the #1 hit, "Sailing."Christopher Cross' 1980 self-titled debut album with the ...
PIXIES
Wednesday 20 May 2026
With elements of indie rock and surf rock, 1980's Boston alternative rockers The Pixies have been cited by avowed fan Kurt Cobain as a heavy influence on Nirvana with "Smells Like Teen Spirit" a conscious attempt to co-opt the Pixies' sty...
Daniel Sloss
Thursday 21 May 2026
 The biggest ticket selling comedian in the world for most of 2021, selling out six New York solo off-Broadway seasons, appearing on U.S TV's 'Conan' ten times, breaking box office records in Edinburgh and touring in 55 countries, Scotlan...
Dirty Dancing in Concert
Thursday 28 May 2026
You fell in love with their first dance, now it's your turn to relive it. Dirty Dancing in Concert is a cinematic live-to-film concert event that brings the iconic love story back to the big screen, with a twist. Watch the digitally remaste...
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Most Popular Shows and Events at York Barbican, York
Sat 31 Oct - Sun 1 Nov 2026
