Thirsk, North Yorkshire · Monday, 28th September 2026

Thirsk Events — Your guide to what's on in & around Thirsk

Markets, live music, family activities, workshops and local events — updated weekly for visitors and locals alike.

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Saturday, October 3rd 2026

Megaslam Wrestling
Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QR.

Get ready for a night of action-packed family wrestling as the 2026 Mega Tour brings all your favourite Megaslam stars back to the ring, alongside some exciting new faces. Watch Team Nasty take on Team Megaslam in a series of high-energy matches designed to have the whole family cheering from their seats.

7.30pm.

£15. Child £10. Plus booking fee.

Tickets: Book online
Email: support@megaslamtour.co.uk
Web: https://ticketsource.com/booking/category /gvykxnexylmp

Sunday, October 4th 2026

Thirsk Farmers Market
Market Place, Thirsk, YO7 1EY.

Browse a tempting selection of locally produced food and drink at the Thirsk Farmers' Market. Every stall is run by a local independent producer who grows, rears or makes the products they sell, giving visitors the chance to meet the people behind the produce and discover some of the best flavours from the area.

9am - 2pm.

Email: info@northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com
Web: https://northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

Planning your visit

Everything you need to know

Parking in Thirsk

Short-stay bays near the Market Place, plus long-stay car parks at Marage and Millgate. EV charging available. Blue Badge bays throughout.

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Accommodation

Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering options in and around Thirsk, from cosy countryside retreats to town-centre stays.

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Walking trails

Easy town routes and scenic countryside trails around Thirsk, including paths along the River Rye and into the Hambleton Hills.

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Pet friendly Thirsk

Dog-friendly pubs, walks, cafés and accommodation in Thirsk — because your four-legged companions deserve a day out too.

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Birds of Prey Centre

Over 70 birds of prey at Sion Hill Hall — hawks, eagles, falcons, kites and owls. Adults £10.95 · Children £8.95. Opening spring 2026.

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Thirsk market days — Monday and Saturday in the Market Place

Markets & shopping

Thirsk's famous market runs every Monday and Saturday in the Market Place. The Farmers Market takes place on the first Sunday of each month.

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Monday market

Every Monday · Market Place

Saturday market

Every Saturday · Market Place

Farmers Market

1st Sunday monthly · Market Place

Visitor Information

93a Market Place · Mon–Sat 10–3pm

About Thirsk

A market town with over 1,000 years of history

Thirsk is a charming North Yorkshire market town nestled between the Yorkshire Dales and the North Yorkshire Moors, situated on the River Rye. It's the birthplace of Thomas Lord and the home of author James Herriot (Alf Wight), whose stories brought the Yorkshire countryside to life for millions of readers.

Compact and easy to explore on foot, Thirsk makes an ideal base for discovering the wider region — with York's world-class attractions just 20 miles away.

Official visitor site ℹ

1,000+

Years of history, mentioned in the Domesday Book

20 mi

From York and the National Railway Museum

Race meetings per season at Thirsk Racecourse

1730

Year of the first recorded race at Thirsk

Thirsk cobbled Market Place, North Yorkshire