{"id":46568,"date":"2025-07-29T17:06:44","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T16:06:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/?p=46568"},"modified":"2025-07-29T17:06:54","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T16:06:54","slug":"best-yorkshire-music-festivals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/","title":{"rendered":"The 19 Best Yorkshire Music Festivals"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#In_a_hurry\" >In a hurry?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#Best_Yorkshire_music_festivals\" >Best Yorkshire music festivals<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#1_Leeds_Festival_%E2%80%93_Leeds\" >1. Leeds Festival &#8211; Leeds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#2_Humber_Street_Sesh_%E2%80%93_Hull\" >2. Humber Street Sesh &#8211; Hull<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#3_Tramlines_%E2%80%93_Sheffield\" >3. Tramlines &#8211; Sheffield<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#4_Live_at_Leeds_In_the_City_%E2%80%93_Leeds\" >4. Live at Leeds: In the City &#8211; Leeds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#5_Live_at_Leeds_In_the_Park_%E2%80%93_Leeds\" >5. Live at Leeds: In the Park &#8211; Leeds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#6_Slam_Dunk_%E2%80%93_Leeds\" >6. Slam Dunk &#8211; Leeds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#7_Deer_Shed_%E2%80%93_Topcliffe\" >7. Deer Shed &#8211; Topcliffe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#8_Leeds_Jazz_Festival_%E2%80%93_Leeds\" >8. Leeds Jazz Festival &#8211; Leeds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#9_York_Blues_Festival_%E2%80%93_York\" >9. York Blues Festival &#8211; York<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#10_MiNT_Festival_%E2%80%93_Leeds\" >10. MiNT Festival &#8211; Leeds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#11_Get_Together_%E2%80%93_Sheffield\" >11. Get Together &#8211; Sheffield<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#12_Scarborough_Punk_Festival_%E2%80%93_Scarborough\" >12. Scarborough Punk Festival &#8211; Scarborough<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#13_Goodlife_Festival_%E2%80%93_Leeds\" >13. Goodlife Festival &#8211; Leeds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#14_Whitby_Folk_Week_%E2%80%93_Whitby\" >14. Whitby Folk Week &#8211; Whitby<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#15_Ryedale_Festival_%E2%80%93_North_Yorkshire\" >15. Ryedale Festival &#8211; North Yorkshire<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#16_HACS_Harrogate_Music_Festival_%E2%80%93_Harrogate\" >16. HACS Harrogate Music Festival &#8211; Harrogate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#17_TribFest_%E2%80%93_Driffield\" >17. TribFest &#8211; Driffield<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#18_Towerfest_%E2%80%93_Selby\" >18. Towerfest &#8211; Selby<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#19_Staxtonbury_Music_Festival_%E2%80%93_Scarborough\" >19. Staxtonbury Music Festival &#8211; Scarborough<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#What_famous_bands_come_from_Yorkshire\" >What famous bands come from Yorkshire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#Where_is_the_best_music_scene_in_the_UK\" >Where is the best music scene in the UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#What_are_the_UKs_biggest_festivals\" >What are the UK\u2019s biggest festivals?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-yorkshire-music-festivals\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #999999;\">Featured image: Credit: Humber Street Sesh\/Jamie Collins<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Countless bands hail from Yorkshire; the region is a melting pot for culture, music genres, and creativity. So, it should come as no surprise that this area of the country is also home to a fantastic array of music festivals \u2013 some new, some old \u2013 that attract all kinds of music lovers to this beautiful landscape.<\/p>\n<p>There are many you may have heard of, as well as smaller events that deserve just as much recognition, as they bring together local musicians and big names. These are great places to catch your favourite artists and discover new music.<\/p>\n<p>Need some inspiration? Here\u2019s our list of the <strong>best Yorkshire music festivals<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;In a hurry?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_hurry\"><\/span>In a hurry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Don\u2019t want to read the whole list? Here are our favourite festivals in Yorkshire:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Leeds Festival &#8211; Leeds<\/li>\n<li>Humber Street Sesh &#8211; Hull<\/li>\n<li>Tramlines &#8211; Sheffield<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Best Yorkshire music festivals&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Yorkshire_music_festivals\"><\/span>Best Yorkshire music festivals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Leeds_Festival_%E2%80%93_Leeds\"><\/span>1. Leeds Festival &#8211; Leeds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>When you think of live music in Yorkshire, chances are Leeds Festival comes to mind. Since 1999, this event &#8211; the sister to Reading Festival &#8211; has been welcoming some of the most prominent music artists, from The Charlatans, Blur, and Red Hot Chili Peppers for its debut weekend to Chappell Roan, Travis Scott, Hozier, and Bring Me the Horizon taking to the stage this year.<\/p>\n<p>The festival takes place at Bramham Park over the August bank holiday \u2013 four full days of rock, pop, alternative, hip-hop, and electronic music.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Humber_Street_Sesh_%E2%80%93_Hull\"><\/span>2. Humber Street Sesh &#8211; Hull<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Humber Street Sesh brings Hull\u2019s marina to life with an eclectic mix of the best local up-and-coming musicians around. There\u2019s folk, rock, pop, R&amp;B, and so much more on offer. And it\u2019s not just an outdoor event \u2013 you\u2019ll find an endless array of independent caf\u00e9s and bars to wander into, each with its own live music to enjoy.<\/p>\n<p>This year sees The Howl &amp; The Hum headline the main stage; other acts include Divorce, Fiona-Lee, and Casino.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Tramlines_%E2%80%93_Sheffield\"><\/span>3. Tramlines &#8211; Sheffield<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Tramlines first took place in 2009, and since then, it\u2019s become one of the most popular family-friendly festivals in Yorkshire. The event sees 40,000 music fans flocking to Hillsborough Park in Sheffield for three days of electrifying performances and culture. But it wasn\u2019t always held there \u2013 from 2009 to 2018, it was a city-wide event that filled venues throughout Sheffield. Now, it\u2019s all in one place \u2013 a hive of arts and culture.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_46571\" style=\"width: 1340px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-46571\" class=\"wp-image-46571 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/07\/Tramlines-Festival.jpg\" alt=\"Tramlines Festival\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/07\/Tramlines-Festival.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/07\/Tramlines-Festival-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/07\/Tramlines-Festival-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/07\/Tramlines-Festival-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/07\/Tramlines-Festival-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/07\/Tramlines-Festival-1280x640.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/07\/Tramlines-Festival-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/07\/Tramlines-Festival-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-46571\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Creative Commons License by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/tramlinesofficial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tramlines Festival<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Live_at_Leeds_In_the_City_%E2%80%93_Leeds\"><\/span>4. Live at Leeds: In the City &#8211; Leeds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Leeds is a catalyst for live music. It attracts the most creative of musicians and widely devoted music fans to its rich, cultural scene, and there\u2019s nothing more symbolic of this than Live at Leeds: In the City. Held in over 20 venues across Leeds, the festival is incredibly diverse and provides a great opportunity to discover new music.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Live_at_Leeds_In_the_Park_%E2%80%93_Leeds\"><\/span>5. Live at Leeds: In the Park &#8211; Leeds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you want that traditional stand-in-a-field, sun (or rain)-on-your-face feel, Live at Leeds: In the Park is the place to be. It takes place during the May bank holiday and has welcomed some big names over the years. This year saw Bloc Party headlining, last year had The Kooks, and 2023 brought out Two Door Cinema Club \u2013 a real hub for indie music lovers.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Slam_Dunk_%E2%80%93_Leeds\"><\/span>6. Slam Dunk &#8211; Leeds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The northern side of Slam Dunk Festival is held at Temple Newsam, Leeds, where all punk, emo, and rock fans unite for a day of head-banging, beer-spilling music. This year\u2019s event welcomed the likes of A Day to Remember, Alkaline Trio, and Electric Callboy. We caught up with drummer Frank Zummo, previously of Sum41, now of Electric Callboy, at Slam Dunk \u2013 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/frank-zummo-on-life-behind-the-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">read our interview here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-45850\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/06\/Frank-Zummo-SJC-drums.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/06\/Frank-Zummo-SJC-drums.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/06\/Frank-Zummo-SJC-drums-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/06\/Frank-Zummo-SJC-drums-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/06\/Frank-Zummo-SJC-drums-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/06\/Frank-Zummo-SJC-drums-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/06\/Frank-Zummo-SJC-drums-1280x640.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/06\/Frank-Zummo-SJC-drums-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/06\/Frank-Zummo-SJC-drums-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Deer_Shed_%E2%80%93_Topcliffe\"><\/span>7. Deer Shed &#8211; Topcliffe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Deer Shed organisers pride the event on being a \u201cwonderland of creativity\u201d \u2013 and it certainly is that. This family-friendly festival, held in Topcliffe, always has a diverse and exciting line-up. This year saw Wunderhouse, Kae Tempest, and The Big Moon; last year saw The Coral, Bombay Bicycle Club, and CMAT.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond music, the venue hosts a wide range of events to suit all interests, from comedy to science to special shows for under 5s.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Leeds_Jazz_Festival_%E2%80%93_Leeds\"><\/span>8. Leeds Jazz Festival &#8211; Leeds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If jazz is more your thing, this celebration of the genre is the place to be. Leeds Jazz Festival has only been going for three years, but it\u2019s become an eclectic hub for local and international music. You\u2019ll find performances all around the city, from Belgrave Music Hall to Headrow House to even the city\u2019s train station.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_York_Blues_Festival_%E2%80%93_York\"><\/span>9. York Blues Festival &#8211; York<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>York Blues Festival is held at The Crescent, one of York&#8217;s staple <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/what-are-grassroots-music-venues\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">grassroots music venues<\/a><\/strong> that lies at the heart of the city\u2019s music scene. You don\u2019t have to be a die-hard blues fan to enjoy this event; the atmosphere in the packed-out venue is enough to keep you fixed to each band\u2019s set. Traditional and contemporary blues are celebrated here by a fantastic mix of local and internationally recognised musicians.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EpMJy-p1fLk?si=7O6-yyK7MI-weEeM\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_MiNT_Festival_%E2%80%93_Leeds\"><\/span>10. MiNT Festival &#8211; Leeds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>For a weekend in May, Newsam Green Farm is taken over by a blanket of dance music fans and six stages, housing a lineup of drum and bass, techno, house music, and much more. Since 2012, Mint festival has been the place to be for local talent wanting to get their music heard by the masses, internationally renowned DJs and producers, and music lovers who just want to go and let loose for two days.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Get_Together_%E2%80%93_Sheffield\"><\/span>11. Get Together &#8211; Sheffield<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Get Together is Sheffield\u2019s hub for indie music lovers. For just one day, it brings some big names and local talent to a variety of venues across Kelham Island and Neepsend. This year welcomed English Teacher, BC Camplight, Katy J Pearson, and many more.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Scarborough_Punk_Festival_%E2%80%93_Scarborough\"><\/span>12. Scarborough Punk Festival &#8211; Scarborough<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The East Coast becomes a glorious celebration of all things punk at Scarborough Punk Festival. Held at Scarborough Spa, the event welcomes legends of the punk scene; 2025, for example, saw The Skids, Cockney Rejects, and many more.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DggorTePRDA?si=tzPOx5jxB-U_b0qT\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Goodlife_Festival_%E2%80%93_Leeds\"><\/span>13. Goodlife Festival &#8211; Leeds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Goodlife Festival made its debut in June 2025, and it\u2019s already a hit. The festival is located in the picturesque grounds of Harewood House, where it hosts a fantastic array of house, disco, funk, and soul music artists. If you\u2019re after a feel-good event in a breathtaking landscape, this is it.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Whitby_Folk_Week_%E2%80%93_Whitby\"><\/span>14. Whitby Folk Week &#8211; Whitby<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Heading back to the North Sea, we come to Whitby Folk Week, a joyful celebration of traditional music, dance, and storytelling. You\u2019ll find more than just music here; there are parades, workshops, and a Music and Craft Fair as well as dance displays and concerts. If creativity is your thing and you want to learn something new, Whitby Folk Week will have something for you.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Ryedale_Festival_%E2%80%93_North_Yorkshire\"><\/span>15. Ryedale Festival &#8211; North Yorkshire<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Ryedale Festival was founded in 1981, and since then, it has welcomed audiences captivated by the beauty of classical music. Performances are held at over 30 venues across North Yorkshire throughout July \u2013 so there\u2019s a lot to discover. The event makes classical music extremely accessible, with top-class musicians from all over the world uniting in Yorkshire in these breathtaking spaces.<\/p>\n<p>There are also jazz and folk performances, as well as poetry, talks, masterclasses, and much more.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pFPBCe7bBdc?si=pZdduEugDvOhl3rK\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_HACS_Harrogate_Music_Festival_%E2%80%93_Harrogate\"><\/span>16. HACS Harrogate Music Festival &#8211; Harrogate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>HACS Harrogate Music Festival takes place in venues across Harrogate, showcasing wonderfully unique classical, jazz, folk, and dance music. From budding musicians at the start of their career to internationally recognised artists, the line-up is always exciting and inspiring.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_TribFest_%E2%80%93_Driffield\"><\/span>17. TribFest &#8211; Driffield<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You\u2019ll know all the lyrics here. TribFest brings out some of the best tribute bands, from ABBA Revival to Oaces to Totally Tina. Held at Sledmere House in Driffield, you&#8217;ll find your favourite band here\u2026 just not quite the real thing.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Towerfest_%E2%80%93_Selby\"><\/span>18. Towerfest &#8211; Selby<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Country music comes to Selby in Yorkshire\u2019s Towerfest, an open-air event located in the grounds of Drax Power Station. It\u2019s a fantastic celebration of music, with great food and a lively, friendly atmosphere.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Staxtonbury_Music_Festival_%E2%80%93_Scarborough\"><\/span>19. Staxtonbury Music Festival &#8211; Scarborough<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Another family-friendly event, Scarborough\u2019s Staxtonbury festival has a lot to offer. It\u2019s not limited to one style of music; rather, it focuses on creating a brilliant, joyous vibe with a variety of music acts to catch. There\u2019s local talent, tribute bands, plenty of food and drink\u2026 basically, something for everyone and every family!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;FAQs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_famous_bands_come_from_Yorkshire\"><\/span>What famous bands come from Yorkshire?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>There are plenty of famous bands that come from Yorkshire, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Arctic Monkeys<\/li>\n<li>Pulp<\/li>\n<li>Soft Cell<\/li>\n<li>Bring Me the Horizon<\/li>\n<li>Kaiser Chiefs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_the_best_music_scene_in_the_UK\"><\/span>Where is the best music scene in the UK?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The best music scenes can be found in many cities, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Liverpool<\/li>\n<li>Manchester<\/li>\n<li>Leeds<\/li>\n<li>Edinburgh<\/li>\n<li>Newcastle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_UKs_biggest_festivals\"><\/span>What are the UK\u2019s biggest festivals?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Some of the biggest festivals in the UK include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Glastonbury<\/li>\n<li>Reading &amp; Leeds<\/li>\n<li>Download<\/li>\n<li>Victorious<\/li>\n<li>Creamfields<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Final thoughts&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;#f08000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts\"><\/span>Final thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Ah, humble Yorkshire! There\u2019s so much to love! And with such an array of excellent events throughout the year, you\u2019re never short of great music to discover. 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So, it should come as no surprise that this area of the country is also home to a fantastic array of music festivals \u2013 some new, some old \u2013 that attract [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":46570,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p><span style=\"color: #999999;\">Featured image: Credit: Humber Street Sesh\/Jamie Collins<\/span><\/p><p>Countless bands hail from Yorkshire; the region is a melting pot for culture, music genres, and creativity. So, it should come as no surprise that this area of the country is also home to a fantastic array of music festivals \u2013 some new, some old \u2013 that attract all kinds of music lovers to this beautiful landscape.<\/p><p>There are many you may have heard of, as well as smaller events that deserve just as much recognition, as they bring together local musicians and big names. These are great places to catch your favourite artists and discover new music.<\/p><p>Need some inspiration? Here\u2019s our list of the <strong>best Yorkshire music festivals<\/strong>.<\/p><hr \/><h3>In a hurry?<\/h3><p>Don\u2019t want to read the whole list? Here are our favourite festivals in Yorkshire:<\/p><ol><li>Leeds Festival - Leeds<\/li><li>Humber Street Sesh - Hull<\/li><li>Tramlines - Sheffield<\/li><\/ol><hr \/><h3>Best Yorkshire music festivals<\/h3><h4>1. Leeds Festival - Leeds<\/h4><p>When you think of live music in Yorkshire, chances are Leeds Festival comes to mind. Since 1999, this event - the sister to Reading Festival - has been welcoming some of the most prominent music artists, from The Charlatans, Blur, and Red Hot Chili Peppers for its debut weekend to Chappell Roan, Travis Scott, Hozier, and Bring Me the Horizon taking to the stage this year.<\/p><p>The festival takes place at Bramham Park over the August bank holiday \u2013 four full days of rock, pop, alternative, hip-hop, and electronic music.<\/p><hr \/><h4>2. Humber Street Sesh - Hull<\/h4><p>Humber Street Sesh brings Hull\u2019s marina to life with an eclectic mix of the best local up-and-coming musicians around. There\u2019s folk, rock, pop, R&B, and so much more on offer. And it\u2019s not just an outdoor event \u2013 you\u2019ll find an endless array of independent caf\u00e9s and bars to wander into, each with its own live music to enjoy.<\/p><p>This year sees The Howl & The Hum headline the main stage; other acts include Divorce, Fiona-Lee, and Casino.<\/p><hr \/><h4>3. Tramlines - Sheffield<\/h4><p>Tramlines first took place in 2009, and since then, it\u2019s become one of the most popular family-friendly festivals in Yorkshire. The event sees 40,000 music fans flocking to Hillsborough Park in Sheffield for three days of electrifying performances and culture. But it wasn\u2019t always held there \u2013 from 2009 to 2018, it was a city-wide event that filled venues throughout Sheffield. Now, it\u2019s all in one place \u2013 a hive of arts and culture.<\/p>[caption id=\"attachment_46571\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1330\"]<img class=\"wp-image-46571 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/07\/Tramlines-Festival.jpg\" alt=\"Tramlines Festival\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/> Creative Commons License by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/tramlinesofficial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tramlines Festival<\/a>[\/caption]<hr \/><h4>4. Live at Leeds: In the City - Leeds<\/h4><p>Leeds is a catalyst for live music. It attracts the most creative of musicians and widely devoted music fans to its rich, cultural scene, and there\u2019s nothing more symbolic of this than Live at Leeds: In the City. Held in over 20 venues across Leeds, the festival is incredibly diverse and provides a great opportunity to discover new music.<\/p><hr \/><h4>5. Live at Leeds: In the Park - Leeds<\/h4><p>If you want that traditional stand-in-a-field, sun (or rain)-on-your-face feel, Live at Leeds: In the Park is the place to be. It takes place during the May bank holiday and has welcomed some big names over the years. This year saw Bloc Party headlining, last year had The Kooks, and 2023 brought out Two Door Cinema Club \u2013 a real hub for indie music lovers.<\/p><hr \/><h4>6. Slam Dunk - Leeds<\/h4><p>The northern side of Slam Dunk Festival is held at Temple Newsam, Leeds, where all punk, emo, and rock fans unite for a day of head-banging, beer-spilling music. This year\u2019s event welcomed the likes of A Day to Remember, Alkaline Trio, and Electric Callboy. We caught up with drummer Frank Zummo, previously of Sum41, now of Electric Callboy, at Slam Dunk \u2013 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/frank-zummo-on-life-behind-the-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">read our interview here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-45850\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/06\/Frank-Zummo-SJC-drums.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4>7. Deer Shed - Topcliffe<\/h4><p>Deer Shed organisers pride the event on being a \u201cwonderland of creativity\u201d \u2013 and it certainly is that. This family-friendly festival, held in Topcliffe, always has a diverse and exciting line-up. This year saw Wunderhouse, Kae Tempest, and The Big Moon; last year saw The Coral, Bombay Bicycle Club, and CMAT.<\/p><p>Beyond music, the venue hosts a wide range of events to suit all interests, from comedy to science to special shows for under 5s.<\/p><hr \/><h4>8. Leeds Jazz Festival - Leeds<\/h4><p>If jazz is more your thing, this celebration of the genre is the place to be. Leeds Jazz Festival has only been going for three years, but it\u2019s become an eclectic hub for local and international music. You\u2019ll find performances all around the city, from Belgrave Music Hall to Headrow House to even the city\u2019s train station.<\/p><hr \/><h4>9. York Blues Festival - York<\/h4><p>York Blues Festival is held at The Crescent, one of York's staple <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/what-are-grassroots-music-venues\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">grassroots music venues<\/a><\/strong> that lies at the heart of the city\u2019s music scene. You don\u2019t have to be a die-hard blues fan to enjoy this event; the atmosphere in the packed-out venue is enough to keep you fixed to each band\u2019s set. Traditional and contemporary blues are celebrated here by a fantastic mix of local and internationally recognised musicians.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EpMJy-p1fLk?si=7O6-yyK7MI-weEeM\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>10. MiNT Festival - Leeds<\/h4><p>For a weekend in May, Newsam Green Farm is taken over by a blanket of dance music fans and six stages, housing a lineup of drum and bass, techno, house music, and much more. Since 2012, Mint festival has been the place to be for local talent wanting to get their music heard by the masses, internationally renowned DJs and producers, and music lovers who just want to go and let loose for two days.<\/p><hr \/><h4>11. Get Together - Sheffield<\/h4><p>Get Together is Sheffield\u2019s hub for indie music lovers. For just one day, it brings some big names and local talent to a variety of venues across Kelham Island and Neepsend. This year welcomed English Teacher, BC Camplight, Katy J Pearson, and many more.<\/p><hr \/><h4>12. Scarborough Punk Festival - Scarborough<\/h4><p>The East Coast becomes a glorious celebration of all things punk at Scarborough Punk Festival. Held at Scarborough Spa, the event welcomes legends of the punk scene; 2025, for example, saw The Skids, Cockney Rejects, and many more.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DggorTePRDA?si=tzPOx5jxB-U_b0qT\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>13. Goodlife Festival - Leeds<\/h4><p>Goodlife Festival made its debut in June 2025, and it\u2019s already a hit. The festival is located in the picturesque grounds of Harewood House, where it hosts a fantastic array of house, disco, funk, and soul music artists. If you\u2019re after a feel-good event in a breathtaking landscape, this is it.<\/p><hr \/><h4>14. Whitby Folk Week - Whitby<\/h4><p>Heading back to the North Sea, we come to Whitby Folk Week, a joyful celebration of traditional music, dance, and storytelling. You\u2019ll find more than just music here; there are parades, workshops, and a Music and Craft Fair as well as dance displays and concerts. If creativity is your thing and you want to learn something new, Whitby Folk Week will have something for you.<\/p><hr \/><h4>15. Ryedale Festival - North Yorkshire<\/h4><p>Ryedale Festival was founded in 1981, and since then, it has welcomed audiences captivated by the beauty of classical music. Performances are held at over 30 venues across North Yorkshire throughout July \u2013 so there\u2019s a lot to discover. The event makes classical music extremely accessible, with top-class musicians from all over the world uniting in Yorkshire in these breathtaking spaces.<\/p><p>There are also jazz and folk performances, as well as poetry, talks, masterclasses, and much more.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pFPBCe7bBdc?si=pZdduEugDvOhl3rK\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>16. HACS Harrogate Music Festival - Harrogate<\/h4><p>HACS Harrogate Music Festival takes place in venues across Harrogate, showcasing wonderfully unique classical, jazz, folk, and dance music. From budding musicians at the start of their career to internationally recognised artists, the line-up is always exciting and inspiring.<\/p><hr \/><h4>17. TribFest - Driffield<\/h4><p>You\u2019ll know all the lyrics here. TribFest brings out some of the best tribute bands, from ABBA Revival to Oaces to Totally Tina. Held at Sledmere House in Driffield, you'll find your favourite band here\u2026 just not quite the real thing.<\/p><hr \/><h4>18. Towerfest - Selby<\/h4><p>Country music comes to Selby in Yorkshire\u2019s Towerfest, an open-air event located in the grounds of Drax Power Station. It\u2019s a fantastic celebration of music, with great food and a lively, friendly atmosphere.<\/p><hr \/><h4>19. Staxtonbury Music Festival - Scarborough<\/h4><p>Another family-friendly event, Scarborough\u2019s Staxtonbury festival has a lot to offer. It\u2019s not limited to one style of music; rather, it focuses on creating a brilliant, joyous vibe with a variety of music acts to catch. There\u2019s local talent, tribute bands, plenty of food and drink\u2026 basically, something for everyone and every family!<\/p><hr \/><h3>FAQs<\/h3><h4>What famous bands come from Yorkshire?<\/h4><p>There are plenty of famous bands that come from Yorkshire, including:<\/p><ul><li>Arctic Monkeys<\/li><li>Pulp<\/li><li>Soft Cell<\/li><li>Bring Me the Horizon<\/li><li>Kaiser Chiefs<\/li><\/ul><hr \/><h4>Where is the best music scene in the UK?<\/h4><p>The best music scenes can be found in many cities, including:<\/p><ul><li>Liverpool<\/li><li>Manchester<\/li><li>Leeds<\/li><li>Edinburgh<\/li><li>Newcastle<\/li><\/ul><hr \/><h4>What are the UK\u2019s biggest festivals?<\/h4><p>Some of the biggest festivals in the UK include:<\/p><ol><li>Glastonbury<\/li><li>Reading & Leeds<\/li><li>Download<\/li><li>Victorious<\/li><li>Creamfields<\/li><\/ol><hr \/><h3>Final thoughts<\/h3><p>Ah, humble Yorkshire! There\u2019s so much to love! And with such an array of excellent events throughout the year, you\u2019re never short of great music to discover. 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