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Main Ring Attraction Announced for Great Yorkshire Show 2026
Motorbike stunt riding team The Bolddog FMX is set to take centre stage as the Main Ring attraction at the Great Yorkshire Show
Managed by one of Europe’s top freestyle motocross riders, Dan Whitby, the team uses one of the largest, most sophisticated FMX landing ramps ever seen anywhere in the world. Riders will use the ramp to perform tricks flying 35ft in the air when they take to the Main Ring once a day, for all four days. The team last appeared at the Show in 2019.
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The Great Yorkshire Show raises funds for the Yorkshire Agricultural Society , a registered charity helping to support and develop an environment where farming, food and the countryside thrive and grow.
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The Great Yorkshire Show is one of the UK’s most prestigious agricultural events , held every July on the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate, North Yorkshire . Organised by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society , the show celebrates the very best of British farming, food, and countryside life . Spanning four days and beginning on the second Tuesday of July , it attracts over 140,000 visitors from across the UK and beyond.
Each year, the show brings together thousands of animals, farmers, food producers, and rural businesses, offering an unrivalled showcase of agricultural excellence and innovation. Visitors can enjoy livestock competitions, equestrian events, and the latest developments in farming technology, alongside cookery demonstrations, shopping, and family entertainment.
The Great Yorkshire Show also provides a platform for industry professionals to share knowledge, discuss the future of farming, and celebrate the people who make the countryside thrive. With its unique mix of tradition and innovation, it remains a highlight of the Yorkshire events calendar and a proud celebration of rural Britain .
Great Yorkshire Show Announces 2026 Dates Following Record-Breaking Year
The 167th Great Yorkshire Show will take place from 14 to 17 July 2026 , following a record-breaking event in 2025 which attracted 140,000 visitors over four days.
The 2025 show was a sell-out success, celebrating the very best of British agriculture and rural life. More than 8,500 animals were exhibited in pursuit of coveted rosettes, while innovation and the next generation of farming were showcased in an expanded Innovation Zone and at the Future Farmers of Yorkshire Breakfast Meeting on the GYS Stage.
Highlights of the week included a wedding , five national breed championships , and the popular Britain’s Fittest Farmer competition.
The show also welcomed a number of high-profile visitors, including politicians and well-known television personalities such as Helen Skelton , Matt Baker , Peter Wright from The Yorkshire Vet , and Rob and Dave Nicholson of Cannon Hall Farm .
Tickets for the 2026 event will go on sale in November 2025 , with further details to be announced on the show’s website in January 2026 .
Organised by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society , the Great Yorkshire Show supports the charity’s mission to create a thriving future for farming, food, and the countryside across the region.
View highlights on the buildup to the Great Yorkshire Show 2025 via our YouTube channel.
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Harrogate Showground to Host Packed Calendar of Events in 2026 The Great Yorkshire Showground Great Yorkshire Events Centre Pavilions of Harrogate
Major Harrogate Events Highlights
Yorkshire Farming Conference – January 28, 2026
The Yorkshire Farming Conference will take place on Wednesday, January 28, at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre. Organised by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society
Pascify Con Book Festival – April 11, 2026
Pascify Con , a brand-new book festival in Harrogate, will debut on Saturday, April 11. The event focuses on paranormal, science fiction and fantasy genres, bringing together hundreds of authors for talks, panel discussions, readings and Q&A sessions. Visitors can also purchase exclusive signed editions and themed merchandise.
Everything Electric North – May 8–9, 2026
Everything Electric North returns to Harrogate on Friday and Saturday, May 8 and 9. Produced by Fully Charged
Northern Country Sports Show – June 6–7, 2026
The Northern Country Sports Show takes place over the weekend of June 6 and 7 at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre. Organised by AW Events
Mathewsons Live – August 22–23, 2026
Motoring fans can enjoy Mathewsons Live , a two-day motoring and lifestyle event on August 22 and 23. Highlights include rally stage demonstrations, rare and classic car displays, live music and artisan food and drink. Visitors will also be able to meet the Mathewson family from the popular TV series Bangers & Cash
Conferences and Community Events in Harrogate
Another key date is the Yorkshire Voices Conference: Reset & Rise , taking place on Friday, February 27, at Pavilions of Harrogate. Organised by Yorkshire Ladies Links
Harrogate Showground: A Leading Yorkshire Events Venue
Allister Nixon, chief executive of the Yorkshire Agricultural Society, said the upcoming programme demonstrates the versatility of the venue.
“It’s shaping up to be a busy and exciting year at the Great Yorkshire Showground, with events that appeal to a wide audience. The flexibility of the space and the dedication of the team ensure every event is delivered to a high standard, while income from these events supports our ongoing work promoting farming, food and the countryside.”
With events covering agriculture, books, electric vehicles, motorsport, country sports and lifestyle, the Great Yorkshire Showground continues to strengthen Harrogate’s reputation as a premier events destination in Yorkshire.
For a full and up-to-date events listing, visit the official Great Yorkshire Events Centre website.
January 2026 Events in Harrogate Ripon Farm Services New Year Show January (8:00am–5:00pm) Admission: Free
Yorkshire Farming Conference Wednesday 28 January, 9:00am–5:00pm Yorkshire Agricultural Society Tickets: £30 (advance booking)
February 2026 Events
Harrogate Quilting & Sewing Show 5–7 February Tickets: £12
Decorative, Antiques & Art Fair 6–8 February Tickets: £7.50
What’s Cooking? – Trade Only 8 February Admission: Free (trade only)
Harrogate Indoor Funfair 14–22 February Tickets: £14.99
Rock, Gem and Bead Show 21–22 February Admission: £5 (pay on the door)
Pavilions of Harrogate Wedding Open Day 21 February
Yorkshire Voices Conference 2026: Reset & Rise Friday 27 February Yorkshire Ladies Links Admission: Free (advance registration)
March 2026 Events
Fusion Art Fair – Harrogate (Spring) 6–8 March Tickets: £12
Yorkshire Motorhome & Campervan Show 20–22 March Tickets: £15
Harrogate Toy and Train Collectors Fair 29 March Tickets: From £1
April 2026 Events
Pascify Book Con 11 April
Harrogate Spring Flower Show 23–26 April Tickets: £29
Yorkshire Baby & Toddler Show 25 April Tickets: £5
May 2026 Events
Everything Electric North 8–9 May Tickets: £15
Boden Pop-Up Clothing Sale 13–14 May Admission: Free
Toolfair & Professional Builder Live 14–15 May Admission: Free (trade)
Mechanex 14–15 May Admission: Free (trade)
Countryside Days (Schools Only) 19–20 May Admission: Free (pre-booked schools)
June 2026 Events
Northern Country Sports Show 6–7 June Tickets: £15
Decorative, Antiques & Art Fair 12–14 June Tickets: £7.50
The Dalziel Butchers Show 2026 – Celebrating 100 Years 14 June
With events covering agriculture, arts, family entertainment, food, motors, fashion and country sports, the Great Yorkshire Showground continues to reinforce Harrogate’s reputation as one of Yorkshire’s premier destinations for events and exhibitions.
For the latest updates and full listings, visitors are encouraged to check the official Great Yorkshire Events Centre programme.
