u3a Festival 2026 York 1st to 3rd July 2026

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Book your place at u3a Festival 26

Join us for u3a Festival 26, taking place at the University of York between
1-3 July, for a three-day celebration of fun, learning and the community that makes u3a so special.

Explore an existing interest or take the leap and try something completely new in member-led workshops and sessions. Surrounded by other members, you will have opportunities to move your body, be creative and explore new ideas.

The University of York has a beautiful campus with green spaces and a lake, fantastic sports facilities, lecture halls, and workshop rooms – the perfect backdrop for three days of inspiration and learning. There’s on-site accommodation available too so you can go straight from breakfast to your first workshop.

Here’s a little bit of what you can expect at the Festival:

  • Talks on a wide range of subjects
  • Hands-on crafts and art workshops
  • Fitness workshops
  • Sports tournaments
  • Live performances by u3a musical groups
  • The opportunity to make music yourself

We can’t wait to welcome you. Tickets cost £18 a day, or £50 for a three-day ticket. The festival starts at 11am on Wednesday 1 July and ends at 3pm on Friday 3 July.

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If you’d like to be involved in volunteering at the Festival by leading a workshop or being a steward, please get in touch by emailing 

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