The celebrations take place on The Grove, Ilkley on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August 2026.
Admission is completely free, and the event is open throughout the day. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, and Ilkley is easily accessible by bus and train, with the station just a short walk from the event.
We recommend travelling by public transport where possible, as temporary road closures will be in place throughout the weekend to create a safe, pedestrian-friendly event space.
Live Music & Entertainment
The heart of the celebration is our live entertainment programme on The Grove. Curated by the team from Ilkley Live, the wide variety of performances guarantee something for everyone to enjoy!
On Saturday, the Main Stage and Acoustic Stage will showcase an incredible line-up of local musicians, bands, choirs, dancers and performers throughout the day before a fantastic evening of live music to round off the celebrations.
On Sunday, the entertainment continues at the Bandstand with a relaxed programme of live performances, providing the perfect soundtrack as you browse the market or enjoy lunch in the sunshine.
With almost 30 performances across the weekend, there’s always something to discover.
Yorkshire Market
Browse one of the regions biggest ever Yorkshire markets, featuring more than 60 carefully selected traders from across the county.
Discover artisan food and drink, handmade crafts, gifts, homeware, artwork, jewellery, clothing and much more while supporting independent Yorkshire businesses.
The market takes over The Grove on Saturday before returning on Sunday with Real Food Ilkley, giving visitors another opportunity to shop local.
Food & Drink
No Yorkshire celebration would be complete without great food and drink.
Enjoy everything from street food and sweet treats to locally brewed beer, alongside artisan coffee and soft drinks. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack or settling in for an afternoon with friends, you’ll be spoilt for choice from our fantastic selection of local vendors.
Elsewhere in Ilkley
East Holmes Field Parkrun are hosting a special ‘Yorkshire Edition’ at 9AM on Saturday 1st, celebrating Yorkshire Day and their one year anniversary. Expect plenty of flat caps and tweed!
Ilkley Manor House are hosting an afternoon of activities on August 1st including maypole dancing, crafts and traditional victorian games.
Ilkley Town Council are hosting the traditional Yorkshire Day proclamation and sing-along at the station plaza at 11:30AM on Saturday 1st.