Visiting Concerts
April 2026
St Cecilia Orchestra Spring Concert – Great Romantics
Ripon’s renowned St Cecilia Orchestra is much more than just an orchestra. At its most spectacular it is an exceptionally fine and very large symphony orchestra, often working with top class international soloists and capable of giving high-quality performances of some of the most demanding large-scale works. Weber: Oberon Overture Brahms: Double Concerto (Jack Liebeck […]
May 2026
Haydn: The Creation – Knaresborough Choral Society 40th Anniversary Celebration
Haydn: The Creation – Knaresborough Choral Society 40th Anniversary Celebration. With special guests, St. Asaph Choral Society and Harrogate Philharmonic Orchestra in the beautiful surroundings of Ripon Cathedral. Early Bird tickets at £22 or on the door at £25/students free
June 2026
Pink Floyd By Candlelight returns to Ripon Cathedral!
Join us on the Dark Side of the Moon for the ultimate tribute to Pink Floyd, performed live at the beautiful Ripon Cathedral, by candlelight! This spectacular concert features some of the most iconic music of all time, including Another Brick in the Wall, Comfortably Numb, Wish You Were Here, Us and Them, Shine On […]
Ripon Choral Society Summer Concert
Our summer concert is a feast of Baroque music. Bach’s Magnificat, taken from the Gospel of St Luke, is a musical setting of the biblical canticle: a message of hope written as a showpiece to illustrate his talents. “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord”. Bach Cantata 51: “Sing God’s praise in every land!” This is […]
The Music of Coldplay By Candlelight returns to Ripon Cathedral!
Calling all Coldplay fans… you’ve been waiting for Something Just Like This! Direct from London’s West End…The Music Of Coldplay By Candlelight is coming to Ripon Cathedral Featuring a spectacular cast of world-class vocalists and an epic live band, prepare for total Paradise, as you experience Coldplay’s biggest hits, like never before! This incredible concert […]
July 2026
80s Anthems By Candlelight returns to Ripon Cathedral!
Calling 80s music fans Everywhere… this is your show! 80s Anthems By Candlelight is here, serving up the biggest and best rock anthems, power ballads and pop classics of the decade, live at the beautiful Ripon Cathedral! Featuring an incredible cast of world-class singers and epic live band, get ready to Turn Back Time and experience The Best […]
August 2026
The Music of James Bond
The Great British Film Orchestra presents The Music of James Bond – performed in a stunning setting at Ripon Cathedral. Thursday 20th August 2026 | Doors: 6:30pm | Show: 7:30pm–9:10pm | Last entry: 7:15pm From the moment the first chord strikes, audiences are transported into the mysterious and thrilling world of James Bond. This incredible Chamber Orchestra brings the legendary music of James […]
The Music of Taylor Swift by Candlelight comes to Ripon Cathedral
Swifties, get ready to sing your heart out, swap your bracelets, share the love and Shake It Off! The Music of Taylor Swift by Candlelight is here, and it’s pure Magic! A night of your Wildest Dreams awaits, with breathtaking live performances of Taylor’s biggest hits in an unforgettable candlelit setting. It’s time for a total sing-along spectacular! Featuring a Fearless live band and All […]
September 2026
The Greatest Shows at Ripon Cathedral
Wicked, Evita, Lion King, Les Miserable and more…….. Following the huge success at York Minster, The Greatest Shows comes to Ripon Cathedral. The show features unforgettable songs from the world’s greatest musicals — from Broadway blockbusters to West End favourites, including selected songs from The Greatest Showman. Enjoy a magical evening of music performed under candlelight by the Ebor […]
December 2026
G4 Christmas
Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season, with the return of their ‘G4 Christmas’ tour in the most awe-inspiring cathedrals, priories, minsters, halls and abbeys across the UK. Step into a world of vocal enchantment, on a breath-taking musical journey with […]
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