Harrogate is set to welcome a spectacular walk-through art installation to The Stray this June, as Luminarium transforms the space into a world of colour, light and sensory wonder. Created by the internationally acclaimed Architects of Air and designed by Artistic Director Alan Parkinson, the monumental inflatable structure will be in Harrogate from 11–14 June…
April has been another busy and successful month for Harrogate BID, with a strong programme of events helping to drive footfall and engagement across the town centre. It was fantastic to see the return of the Harrogate Dog Show earlier this month, with strong attendance throughout the day and great feedback from businesses and visitors.…
Harrogate BID was delighted to deliver another successful Dog Show over the weekend, as crowds gathered to enjoy a day full of canine fun in the town centre. The event, held on the Piazza area of the Victoria Shopping Centre on Saturday, April 11th, proved popular once again with residents and visitors, with many praising…
March has been a busy and positive month for Harrogate BID, with a strong focus on events and opportunities to support the town centre and our business community. It was fantastic to see the return of Mothering Funday, with families coming into the town centre to take part in the Wipeout challenge and enjoy a…
Harrogate BID is delighted to announce that the Yorkshire Shepherdess, Amanda Owen, will return as the star judge for the Harrogate Dog Show 2026. Amanda, best known for her work on popular TV programmes including Our Yorkshire Farm, has been a huge hit at previous years’ events. Harrogate BID is thrilled to be welcoming her…
Families are invited to join in the fun this spring as Harrogate BID launches its first Easter Trail across Harrogate town centre. Running from Saturday 28 March to Saturday 11 April, the free family-friendly event is brought to you by Harrogate BID and kindly sponsored by the Crown Hotel Harrogate, offering a range of activities…
Local residents are invited to a free public event this March to explore how community-owned energy could help power Harrogate and Knaresborough. Organised by local climate action charity Zero Carbon Harrogate, the event will share the findings of a new feasibility study carried out with energy experts D3 Associates, looking at how solar power could…
Harrogate BID is delighted to announce the official categories for the Harrogate Dog Show 2026. The much-loved event will return to the Victoria Shopping Centre Piazza for its sixth year on Saturday 11 April, bringing together dog lovers, families and visitors for a fun-filled day celebrating our four-legged friends. The show will feature seven different categories for…
As we move into March, February has been a month of important developments and continued momentum for Harrogate BID and the wider town centre. Most notably, we announced the appointment of Jason Maxwell as our new Chief Executive Officer. Jason brings significant experience in BID leadership and regeneration, and I am confident that his expertise…
Mothering Funday is set to return to Harrogate town centre this spring, offering families the chance to enjoy a day of fun and win fantastic prizes for their mum, grandmother or guardian. Delivered by Harrogate BID in association with Your Harrogate and Victoria Shopping Centre, the free event will take place on Saturday, 14 March…
