What’s On?
Find Out What’s On in Malton!
There’s more to Malton than just delicious food and drink, the town is bursting with fabulous activities which are showcased in a variety events.
From festivals to music evenings, book signings and author events, to classes where you can learn new skills or simply, just meet new people, why not check out the busy line up below for more info and inspiration!
Simply click on the event or, where there’s more than one event listed, over hover the date and scroll up and down to find out more!
If you have an event that you’d like to submit for inclusion on the “What’s On” page, please complete the form here: www.visitmalton.com/submit-your-event
Please note: many events listed here are for third parties and Visit Malton are not responsible for cancellations or time changes. Please check with the individual business who is running the event if you have any queries ahead of travelling.
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Summer Holiday Fun at Eden Camp 2026
Women at War – Summer Holidays at Eden Camp
Discover the extraordinary women who helped win WWII this summer at Eden Camp Modern History Museum. Enjoy hands-on workshops, a poo clues trail, cow milking experiences, and a Living History Weekend. Fun for all the family — 17 July to 31 August 2026.
Find out more about the event weekend on the Eden Camp website http://edencamp.co.uk/whats-on/summer-holiday-fun-at-eden-camp/
Ampleforth Adventures at Ampleforth Abbey
This summer reconnect with nature and enjoy the simple things in life - fresh air and space to play - with free, self-led activities on the law, walking trails, and children's activities in our Visitor Centre.
Open 10am - 5pm daily; July 18 - August 31 2026
Tickets: Free entry
Find out more: http://www.ampleforthabbey.org.uk
Beer Festival at The Royal Oak, Old Malton
Beer Festival at The Royal Oak, Old Malton
Date: Friday 31st July to Sunday 2nd August 2026
Location: The Royal Oak, Town Street, Old Malton, YO17 7HB
What3Words Map Reference: https://w3w.co/those.lashed.conducted
Tickets: No bookings required, just turn up.
The popular Beer Festival at The Royal Oak in Old Malton is back for its second instalment of 2026. More information about the festival coming soon!
Beers that will be available at the event to follow soon on The Royal Oak Facebook page.
Heritage Workshop Day at The Old Lodge
Heritage Workshop 🔨📣🏰
Join us on 1st August for a fascinating Heritage Workshop with Nigel Copsey.
🎟️ £15 per person (includes refreshments)
👀 Visitors are welcome throughout the day to see the restoration work in progress and learn about the future of this historic building and see the restoration in action!
Contact our reception team to book your tickets:
📞 01653 690570
📧 info@theoldlodgemalton.co.uk.
Malton Museum: Walking Tour - Malton’s Medieval Story
Malton Museum Walking Tour: Malton’s Medieval Story
Date: Saturday 1st August 2026
Time: 11am - 12.30pm
Meet 11.30 am at St Mary’s Priory Church, 18 Town St, Old Malton, Malton YO17 7HB.
Malton Museum offers an interesting variety of public guided walking tours around the town’s historic centre.
The layout of Malton town centre has changed very little since medieval times, but its early origins are now well concealed behind later Georgian and Victorian buildings. St Mary’s Priory Church in Old Malton is the largest remaining visible evidence of the area’s flourishing medieval past. Join us there for an illustrated talk in which we reveal the hidden history of the origins of both Old and New Malton. This will be followed by a guided look at key features inside the church and in the former priory grounds by the river.
Tour length – 1.5 hours approx. We recommend wearing sensible footwear and bringing a raincoat). We use audio headsets to ensure everyone can hear the guides when the town is busy. The maximum size of a group is 20.
Cost £10.00 per person, includes an information pack.
For more information about our tours, including accessibility statement, please visit https://www.maltonmuseum.co.uk/town-tours/
To make a booking please visit https://www.maltonmuseum.co.uk/events/
Pulp’d vs Blur2 - The Milton Rooms
Join us for a double-header of Britpop Royalty.
Pulp’d are best described as the world’s number one tribute band to Britpop legends Pulp. They are a staple of the touring tribute band scene – regulars on festival tours as well as multiple sold out venue and theatre shows each year.
Born and raised in Sheffield, Pulp’d were born from passionate fans of Pulp, who came together to recreate something that had never been done before. The result – a tribute band that brings all the hits, the passion and of course the Jarvis moves along with a live show that has proven year after year to get gig-goers bouncing.
Blur 2 are renowned throughout the UK as the leading tribute band to Britpop greats Blur. They bring the very best of Blur to every show – the energy, the fun, the sound, the looks and the musicianship.
Recreating the sound and energy is at the core of Blur2’s live show, which is jam-packed with the hits. Blur 2 are regulars on the tribute festival circuit as well as being a staple band on the live music venue and theatre tour circuit for many years, with many sell-out shows each year.
Tickets £25pp
Find out more or book your tickets on The Milton Rooms website. https://themiltonrooms.com/event/swt-events-pulpd-vs-blur2/
Halo Education Masterclasses - Colour Masterclass
2 day cutting masterclass course - 3rd and 4th May
2 day barbering masterclass course - 24th and 25th May
2 day colour masterclass course - 9th and 10th August
Salon team training
12 week foundation level 2 hair course
Find out more about the courses via the Halo social media channels Facebook or contact the team by email: Halohair2022@outlook.com
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/halo-education-courses-tickets-1987924438509
Lino Printing Workshop at Hobson's Choice
New! Lino Printing Workshop at Hobson’s Choice
Date: Saturday 15th August 2026
Time: 10am-4pm
Cost: £120pp
Join our beginner linoprint workshop with artist Gerard Hobson. Learn techniques throughout the day and create your own linoprint artwork.
If you have always wanted to try your hand at Linoprinting this is a course designed for you! Throughout the day you will learn lino-prininting techniques so that you are able to print your own linoprint.
Find out more or book your place: Beginners Linoprint Course Tickets, Saturday 15 August
North Yorkshire Grand Prix at Ampleforth Abbey
The North Yorkshire Grand Prix returns to its traditional home at Ampleforth Abbey. The race features two circuits through the Abbey grounds and across the stunning Howardian Hills. Spectators and families are warmly invited to enjoy a thrilling day of racing, with the women’s race at 9am and the men’s race at 2pm.
Tickets: Free entry
Find out more: http://www.ampleforthabbey.org.uk
Little Bird "Malton Artisan Market"
Further Monthly Artisan Market Dates in 2026:
21st February 2026
21st March 2026
25th April 2026
23rd May 2026
27th June 2026
25th July 2026
22nd August 2026
26th September 2026
24th October 2026
21st November 2026
19th December 2026
For further information on Little Bird Artisan Markets, or how to book a stall at one of the events, please email info@littlebirdmade.co.uk or visit www.littlebirdmade.com
Living History Weekend at Eden Camp 2026
Living History Weekend at Eden Camp
Step back in time at Eden Camp's Living History Weekend, 29–30 August 2026. Meet medics, explore a Sherman Tank, try authentic wartime ration recipes, and dance to live music in the engine shed. Dress up in 40s style and become part of the story!
Find out more about the event weekend on the Eden Camp website: www.edencamp.co.uk
Pick Your Own Apples at Ampleforth Abbey
A rare opportunity to pick your own apples from our beautiful heritage orchard and learn how our famous Ampleforth Abbey apple juice and full juice cider are pressed in the Abbey’s own Cider Mill.
Also on Saturday 29 August, Saturdays 12, 19 and 26 September and Saturdays 24 and 31 October 2026.
Free- pay for the apples you pick.
Find out more: http://www.ampleforthabbey.org.uk/