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
Chris Packham's World of Wonder
Tuesday 3 November 2026
For nearly forty years Chris Packham has been the voice of nature in the UK. Through his groundbreaking work on The Really Wild Show, Springwatch, Inside Our Autistic Minds and Earth, Chris has devoted his remarkable life to engaging with t...
The Legends in Vegas - After Hours
Wednesday 4 November 2026
The Legends: Brendan, James, Pasha, Vincent and Ian in their brand new show Vegas: After Hours-Where the Dance Floor Never Sleeps! Get ready for the ultimate night out-Vegas: After Hours brings five Strictly dance legends together for a spe...
The Legends in Vegas - After Hours
Wednesday 4 November 2026
The Legends: Brendan, James, Pasha, Vincent and Ian in their brand new show Vegas: After Hours-Where the Dance Floor Never Sleeps! Get ready for the ultimate night out-Vegas: After Hours brings five Strictly dance legends together for a spe...
The Shires
Friday 6 November 2026
Renowned for their sublime vocal harmonies, talented country-pop duo Ben Earle and Crissie Rhodes - hailing from Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire - have fast become a firm favourite in the UK country music scene. And now they're making t...
Gipsy Kings by André Reyes
Sunday 8 November 2026
One of three line-ups currently touring, Gipsy Kings by original guitarist Andre Reyes, will be bringing their Catalan rumba, flamenco, and salsa party to town. Founded in 1979 in Arles, France, by French born Catalan musicians from the ...
Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes
Sunday 8 November 2026
One of three line-ups currently touring, Gipsy Kings featuring original vocalist Nicolas Reyes will be bringing their Catalan rumba, flamenco, and salsa party to town. Founded in 1979 in Arles, France, by French born Catalan musicians fr...
Boyzlife (Keith Duffy & Brian McFadden)
Saturday 14 November 2026
Two of the world's biggest bands Boyzone and Westlife come together, featuring Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy. Performing many of their greatest hits, their catalogue includes a record breaking 18 Number 1 singles and 9 number 1 albums, ...
Del Amitri
Monday 16 November 2026
Formed in 1982, Glaswegian semi-acoustic jangly rockers Del Amitri boast a back catalogue of pure pop gems that cover a gamut of rock styles and observations on life's ironies. With six million record sales worldwide, the Dels are best...
On Earth and Space - Chris Hadfield's Guide To the Cosmos
Tuesday 17 November 2026
Join Canadian astronaut and ex-commander of the International Space Station, Chris Hadfield, for a mind-expanding evening of exploration, imagery, stories, and music. What does this new age of space travel mean, and what can it bring to li...
Chris Hadfield: Navigating the New Space Age
Tuesday 17 November 2026
Chris Hadfield: Navigating the New Space AgeWhat happens when space becomes the new economic frontier? Who controls the resources beyond our atmosphere? How will the coming space revolution transform life on Earth?What happens above our hea...
Alison Moyet
Wednesday 18 November 2026
How time flies. It's been 40 years since Alison Moyet stepped out of Yazoo and fired up a solo career with her #1 debut album 'Alf' and Top 10 hits 'Love Resurrection' and 'All Cried Out'. That unmistakable voice - big enough to fill a stad...
Adam Rowe
Thursday 19 November 2026
Host of the global smash-hit podcast Have A Word & star of Live At The Apollo, Adam Rowe is hitting the road across the UK with his brand-new stand-up tour Fashionism. ...
Midge Ure (Ultravox / Visage)
Friday 20 November 2026
At the start of 1981, Ultravox were laying their claim to be one of the defining acts of the 80's, following the global success of hit "Vienna". Heading back into the studio the same year invigorated, they recorded their second album wit...
Tony Hadley (Spandau Ballet)
Saturday 21 November 2026
Co-founder and frontman of '80s New Romantic legends Spandau Ballet, Tony Hadley has announced a brand new UK tour for 2025, which will be a spectacular celebration of swing and crooner classics, as well as his own hits reimagined. The C...
Venue Premium Tickets - Troy Hawke
Tuesday 24 November 2026
Angry security guards, barked compliments and crossed wires abound as Troy navigates various conversational minefields, both online and in real life. 'I like the videos but how does it translate to the stage?' COME AND FIND OUT FOR YOURSELF...
UK Championship Snooker 2026
Saturday 28 November - Sunday 6 December 2026
The world's greatest snooker players return to York for the Victorian Plumbing UK Championship, one of the biggest events on the sport's global calendar. The event runs from November 29th to December 7th at York Barbican and once again the ...
Kate Rusby
Thursday 10 December 2026
Often hailed as the "First Lady of Folk," the enchanting Kate Rusby has earned numerous accolades, including multiple BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and a Mercury Music Prize. Her album 'Hand Me Down' peaked at #12 in the Official UK Album Charts,...
Love Actually In Concert - The Film with Live Orchestra
Saturday 12 December 2026
Directed by Richard Curtis and originally released in cinemas in 2003, Love Actually tells ten separate yet interweaving stories of love around Christmas time. The film features an all-star ensemble cast, including Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson...
The Bootleg Beatles
Monday 14 December 2026
The world's Premier Beatles band continues to draw critical acclaim with their flawless recreation of the greatest songbook in history. Tracing the Fab Four's journey through the swinging 60s, every tiny detail is forensically observed fro...
The Holiday In Concert - The Film with Live Orchestra
Tuesday 15 December 2026
Cherished 2006 Christmas romcom The Holiday is set presented live in concert this festive season. The show will see the film's enchanting score by world renowned, highly celebrated and multiple Academy Award® and Golden Globe® winning co...
Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
Wednesday 16 December 2026
Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra are a rhythm and blues band led by boogie-woogie pianist Jools Holland. Holland formed the band in 1994 and the current 20-piece band consists of piano, organ, drums, female vocals, electri...
Step Into Christmas
Sunday 20 December 2026
Step Into Christmas for the most magical show of the year from Entertainers. This Christmas feel-good show brings all the magic of the season to life, with all your favourite songs you will know and love! Including - All I Want for Ch...
Ed Gamble
Saturday 6 February 2027
Everyone's annoying cousin, Ed Gamble, is going back on tour in 2027 across the UK & Ireland with some more of his stand-up grot. So come and see the self-appointed Crown Prince of Visualised Companion Podcasts harrumph about the stage. Co-...
Greg Davies
Saturday 20 - Sunday 21 February 2027
Star of shows such as Taskmaster, The Inbetweeners, The Cleaner, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Man Down and Cuckoo, comedian Greg Davies is heading back out on tour for the first time in 7 years with his brand-new 2025 stand-up show Full Fat Le...
Clinton Baptiste
Saturday 27 February 2027
Hot on the heels of his fourth sell-out UK tour, the nation's favourite clairvoyant medium, from Peter Kay's 'Phoenix Nights', Clinton Baptiste is back with a new live show for 2026 and beyond! In a rudderless world, mankind needs an envoy ...
Man In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
Saturday 6 March 2027
Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP. This is the "Man in the Mirror" - The brand new must-see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson. Starring CJ, one of the world's greates...
Alan Carr
Saturday 13 March 2027
Alan Carr's back on tour and his lips are unsealed! With a big mouth and a talent for oversharing, Alan's ready to dish some drama. Expect stories of dipping into the dating pool, navigating showbiz green rooms and a sprinkling of tales fro...
Kim Wilde
Sunday 28 March 2027
Blending nostalgic elements with contemporary sounds, ever since bursting on to the scene in 1981 "Love Blonde" Kim Wilde's signature mix of pop, new wave, and rock - known for its infectious hooks, powerful vocals, and anthemic choruses...
Roy Chubby Brown
Saturday 3 April 2027
Roy Chubby Brown's rude, crude and rip-roaring brand of comedy is world renowned. Performing his own unique style of stand-up since the 190s, Chubby's belly-busting banter has never held back from sharing his outlandish views on news, wome...
Rocky Horror Delete
Monday 26 April 2027
"The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the longest-running theatrical release in film history, celebrates its 48th Anniversary kicking-off two national tours in over 40 cities starting on September 28th in Florida. Fans will be able to meet and ta...
Steve Steinman's BAT
Friday 30 April 2027
Steve Steinman is a critically acclaimed show producer and no1 recording artist. He is famously known for his hit shows Anything For Love - The Meat Loaf Story and Vampires Rock....
Scott Bennett
Friday 14 May 2027
As heard on BBC Radio 4!As a society we love stuff, it's a statement about who we are and who we want to be. But apparently, this message is at odds with the looming environmental crisis. We're now struggling to balance these worlds, to foc...
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Most Popular Shows and Events at York Barbican, York
Sat 31 Oct - Sun 1 Nov 2026
