Yorkshire Family Festivals – There are so many fabulous family friendly festivals in Yorkshire with something for the everyone from toddlers to teens.
Family Friendly Festivals in Yorkshire
There are lots of child friendly festivals and they all seem to have a slightly different focus from music, to comedy and theatre. Some festivals are more for the adults but with enough to keep the kids happy and some are all about the kids!
I’ve listed as many family friendly festivals as I can find in Yorkshire and some that are within easy travelling distance. They all have something different to offer.
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Deer Shed Festival
Topcliffe, near Thirsk, North Yorkshire
24th-26st July 2026
The Deer Shed ethos: “If you go and watch a Pixar movie with your children, everyone has a great time. Not just your kids, EVERYBODY!!! We strive for this holy-grail every year.
We don’t have kid’s areas as such, they’re not zoo animals! The whole site is accessible to everyone and we will welcome you as though you were our house guests, which you essentially are.
But we are a cultural event too and you will be exposed to many new things. We like new things. You might be challenged by some of them, but we want every family member to leave Baldersby Park inspired, if that’s ok.
And finally, our music line-up, hitting you through extremely high fidelity PA systems will be as thrilling and contemporary as you will find at any UK festival – it’s just that you can share that thrill with your kids and feel perfectly safe at the same time.”
TribFest
Sledmere House, near Driffield in East Yorkshire
Friday, August 21, 2026 – Sunday, August 23, 2026
From the Tribfest website:
“Once again we’ve got a great KidZone at Tribfest to make sure everyone can enjoy their time at Tribfest! We’re excited to have Nicky Noddles and her gang hosting the Kidzone with a jam-packed schedule and lots of amazing activities to get involved in. There may even be a chance to get on the Main Stage….”
Glampfest
Market Flat Lane, Scotton, Knaresborough, HG5 9JA
8th – 10th May 2026
WELCOME TO YORKSHIRE’S PREMIER FAMILY GLAMPING FESTIVAL
Our next festival weekend promises to bring us all together, to admire beautiful campervans, enjoy performances from some excellent hand-picked acoustic artists, bands and DJ’s, get involved in lots of fun activities and enjoy the glamping life. Every year it gets better.
We can’t wait to welcome you back to Glampfest in 2026!
Staxtonbury Family Music Festival
Staxton near Scarborough
17th-19th July 2026
Welcome to Staxtonbury Family Music Festival, North Yorkshire’s beloved summer celebration of music, community, and family fun.
Nestled in the picturesque countryside, Staxtonbury has grown from a humble gathering into a vibrant event that brings together music lovers of all ages for a truly memorable weekend.
Our festival is all about creating a welcoming, safe, and joyful atmosphere where everyone can relax, dance, and celebrate the spirit of summer. From chart-topping tribute bands and local talent to family-friendly activities and delicious local food and drink, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Our carefully curated line-up spans a range of musical genres, ensuring that every visitor discovers something they love.
Not a family festival in Yorkshire, but not too far away:
Just So Festival – Kids Festival
Rode Hall, Cheshire
21st – 23rd August 2026
‘A Family Weekend Adventure Beyond Your Wildest Dreams’
From the Just So Festival website:
“A family festival of wild freedom and glittering wonder; full of joyful play, vibrant music, breathtaking circus and captivating performances. Discover magic round every corner – in the dappled sunlight of woodland glades, in the crackle of a campfire, in a whispered story under a canopy of stars.
Immerse your family in an unforgettable experience at our festival in Rode Hall, Cheshire.”
Y Not? Festival
Derbyshire
30th July to the 2nd of August 2025
From the Y Not? Festival website:
“Bring your little Y Notters to Strawberry Fields, our dedicated Kids Area, packed with free activities and facilities all weekend! Kids of all ages can enjoy arts and crafts, performances, story-telling, circus skills, kids raves, and workshops for the whole family.
While your little ones are off enjoying themselves this is a chance for you to relax and enjoy the festival away from the hustle and bustle of the main event, whilst still within earshot of your favourite bands!
To make set up and getting about easier we have integrated a new family campsite and car park! PLUS – the kids area is now right next to the arena entrance, so you don’t need to walk as far to get the kids entertained.”
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