Great Yorkshire Showground has revealed its line-up of events for 2026, including a mix of new additions and returning favourites. The 250-acre venue in Harrogate will host events across the Great Yorkshire Events Centre and Pavilions of Harrogate.
New events at the showground include:
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Yorkshire Farming Conference on 28 January, featuring more than 30 speakers and over 60 businesses and organisations.
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Pascify Book Con on 11 April, showcasing hundreds of authors in paranormal, science fiction, and fantasy genres through talks, panels, and readings.
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The Northern Country Sports Show on 6–7 June, celebrating shooting, hunting, and fishing sports.
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Mathewsons Live on 22–23 August, combining motorsport, rare cars, live music, and local food and drink.
Returning events include Yorkshire Voices Conference 2026: Reset & Rise on 27 February, Everything Electric North on 8–9 May, and the Great Yorkshire Show from 14–17 July. The Yorkshire Voices Conference will feature discussions on issues affecting women today with speakers including Christine Talbot, Stephanie Hirst, and Christa Ackroyd.
Allister Nixon, CEO of the Yorkshire Agricultural Society, said: “It’s all set to be a busy and exciting year at the Great Yorkshire Showground, with so many events and something for everyone. The Showground is blessed with a versatile space and a passionate team who make sure every event is handled with care. Profits from hosting these events help fund the Society’s year-round work to promote and support farming, food, and the countryside.”
