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York boasts bands within mainstream music like The Seahorses and Shed Seven as being influential on the current music scene in York.

York Barbican

The city is never short of established artists visiting and the largest venue ‘The Barbican’ is where they gravitate towards. Working with some of the biggest promoters in the industry such as SJM and Live Nation has ensured acts like Morrissey, Paolo Nutini, Paloma Faith and Example have graced the stage. For lovers of mainstream music this live music venue is the place.

York Fibbers

For those who prefer a more relaxed environment to enjoy music, the pub ‘The Fulford Arms’ is dedicated to showcasing live music with affordable prices offering local upcoming bands or music legends performing an intimate set. However, another venue that dominates the York scene is ‘Fibbers’ that has played host to The Killers, Biffy Clyro and Arctic Monkeys. Gig goers can expect to catch artists from genres such as heavy metal, 90s indie and country. York offers good variety within its music scene and the environments of which you can consume it within.

York Barbican Gigs

06/12/2024 - The Bootleg Beatles
11/12/2024 - Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
16/12/2024 - The Holiday - Film With Live Orchestra
17/12/2024 - Kate Rusby: Winter Light Tour
19/12/2024 - STEP INTO CHRISTMAS
20/12/2024 - FLEETWOOD MAC'S RUMOURS & PAUL SIMON'S GRACELAND
01/02/2025 - Boyzlife Featuring Keith Duffy & Brian McFadden
05/02/2025 - Transatlantic Sessions
20/02/2025 - Alison Moyet
01/03/2025 - Elvana: Elvis Fronted Nirvana
08/03/2025 - Jason Donovan - DOIN' FINE 25
09/03/2025 - Levellers Collective
14/03/2025 - Mike and The Mechanics: Looking Back - Living the Years 2025 Tour
17/03/2025 - The Darkness 2025 - Dreams on Toast
18/03/2025 - Stiff Little Fingers, Ricky Warwick & the Fighting Hearts
22/03/2025 - Wardruna
27/03/2025 - Public Service Broadcasting
04/05/2025 - Anastacia
07/05/2025 - Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox
08/05/2025 - The Australian Bee Gees Show: Feel the Fever - Again