Sunday 17th February: International Day

Continental Market                   09.00 - 17.00

Parliament Street                      FREE

A taste of the continent in York city centre. Foods, flavours and crafts from across Europe.

Ancient Churches Coach Tour              10:00

Depart York city centre                        £12 adult, £10 conc.

Voyage out into the countryside ravaged by the Viking raiders of the Humber and Ouse to see the ancient churches menaced by the Viking King Harald Hardrada. Sturdy footwear and outdoor clothing is essential.
Pre-booking: 01904 615505

Hungate Open Day                   10:00-15:00

Hungate, off Stonebow

Visit York’s largest archaeological excavation for over 20 years. Meet the archaeologists and find out what they have uncovered about the history of this important area of York, from modern day back to the Romans.

Viking Market                          10:00-17.00

Barley Hall, Coffee Yard, off Stonegate
£2.00 adult, £1.00 conc., £5 family (2ad +2ch)

See working craftsmen demonstrating and selling their wares.

Viking Arts for Early Years     10:00-16:00

DIG, St. Saviour’s Church, St. Saviourgate  

Price included in DIG admission (£5.50 adult, £5 conc., family of 4 £16.00: joint admission to JORVIK also available).

Activities for the under 5s.

Viking Settlement    10:30-16:00

Coppergate Square                  FREE

See our Vikings demonstrating their replica boat, ancient crafts and telling tales of their journeys.

*The Way of the Sword       10:30-15:30

Coppergate Square                              FREE

Explore two great warrior civilisations – the Japanese Samurai and the Vikings - through a series of multicultural events.

Tenth-Century Traders             10:00-17.00

Festival Marquee, St. Sampson’s Square                      £2 adult, £1.50 conc., £5 family

Vikings from around the world will gather to sell their wares.

Viking Living History       11:00-16.00

The Guildhall                            £2 adult, £1 conc.

Join the Vikings in a historic setting as they demonstrate Viking life skills, weaponry and cooking.