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Visiting York Barbican: what to know before you go

Paragon Street, YO10 4NT, York, United Kingdom

York Barbican is a event venue in York, open since 1991.

Of the 70 upcoming shows with a published time, 49% start at 18:00 – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.

Most dates fall on Thursday.

The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 21 dates.

3 public transport stops are within walking distance (Bus stop and Train); the nearest is First York, 470 m away.

York Barbican

Key facts

Type of venue
Event venue
Opened
1991
Address
Paragon Street, YO10 4NT, York, United Kingdom
Upcoming events
79
Usual start time
18:00
Busiest days
Thursday

York Barbican, month by month

  • October 20261 date, including Russell Howard - Don't Tell The Algorithm
  • November 202621 dates, including Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club, Tony Hadley: The Christmas Big Band Tour 2026 and The Shires
  • December 202615 dates, including The Bootleg Beatles, Kate Rusby and The Big Christmas Sing-A-Long: Venue Premium Tickets
  • January 20272 dates, including Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour and An Evening with Jimmy Anderson
  • February 202712 dates, including Ed Gamble - Fresh Hell, DMA's and Ricky Gervais: Legend
  • March 202716 dates, including Alan Carr:Have I Said Too Much?, The Best of Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells I II & III and The Horne Section: Six Absolute Helmets

Coming evenings with more than one show: Monday 2 November, Wednesday 4 November, Thursday 12 November and Saturday 14 November.

Ticket prices

What the programme holds: Concerts (42), Comedy (17), Film (4), Plays & Musicals (3) and Dance (3).

Arriving by public transport

  • First YorkBus stop470 m
    6 min walk
  • York Central stationTrain620 m
    8 min walk
  • York Train Station Platform 9Train650 m
    8 min walk

Arriving by car

4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 100 m from the venue.

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Accessibility

What ticket listings for this venue say (50 listings with an access note):

  • Wheelchair spaces or accessible seats are sold
  • Support for blind and partially sighted visitors is mentioned
  • A companion or carer ticket is available with accessible tickets

Access arrangements can differ per show: confirm with the venue or the ticket seller before you buy.

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York Barbican: practical questions

When did York Barbican open?

York Barbican opened in 1991.

What time do shows start at York Barbican?

Usually at 18:00 (49% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.

What is the nearest stop to York Barbican?

First York (Bus stop), 470 m away – about 6 min on foot.

Is York Barbican wheelchair accessible?

Ticket listings for this venue offer wheelchair spaces or accessible seats; book them through the seller and mention any extra needs.

Can I park near York Barbican?

Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 100 m away.

What kind of events does York Barbican host?

Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (42), Comedy (17), Film (4) and Plays & Musicals (3).

Which month has the most events at York Barbican?

November 2026, with 21 dates, including Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club and Tony Hadley: The Christmas Big Band Tour 2026.

Which other venues are close to York Barbican?

The Crescent (1.3 km) and Grand Opera House (670 m).

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