Jorvik Viking Festival (Jorvik Viking Festival, York) is Europe’s largest Viking-themed heritage event, held each February in the historic city of York, England, once known as Jorvik during the Viking Age. The week-long festival brings history to life through battle reenactments, living history encampments, archaeology talks, and family workshops, all celebrating the city’s Norse past. Highlights include the dramatic Festival of Fire, where warriors clash beneath flaming torches, and the grand parade of Vikings through York’s medieval streets. Blending education, spectacle, and community spirit, the Jorvik Viking Festival offers an unforgettable journey into Britain’s Viking heritage.
DATES & TIMES
• Exact 2026 details not yet published—check official site nearer the date: Official site.
• Annual pattern: Returns in February during UK half‑term, with daytime and evening events across a full week: Confirmation.
• Programme: Exact timetable publishes annually — watch the festival’s listings page: Programme.
LOCATION
• City‑centre venues: Events cluster around Coppergate, Parliament Street, and Eye of York; start at JORVIK Viking Centre, Coppergate. Open in Google Maps.
• Visitor info: Festival produced by York Archaeology (JORVIK). Practical updates and venue details via the official site: Official site.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Mixed free & paid: Street spectacles are usually free; book tickets for headline shows, talks and tours via the festival site: Ticket info.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Getting there: Use York’s official Park & Ride (operated by First Bus York) and city travel info: Park & Ride & iTravel York.
• City centre access: Latest Park & Ride service updates via City of York Council: Council page.
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