Join us at the University of York for a special evening as we watch a partial solar eclipse, when the Moon will cover about 92% of the Sun’s diameter. https://ow.ly/WRqo50Zw3ea

Experience the Eclipse

Join us at the University of York for a special evening as we watch a partial solar eclipse, when the Moon will cover about 92% of the Sun’s diameter.

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Join a guided tour at Heslington Hall Art Gallery celebrating the life and artwork of renowned York painter and printmaker John Langton. “John Langton: Slow Surfacing” exhibition - Guided Tour - 13 Aug https://ow.ly/bbYs50Zw3ht

“John Langton: Slow Surfacing” exhibition - Guided Tour

Join a guided tour at Heslington Hall Art Gallery celebrating the life and artwork of renowned York painter and printmaker John Langton.

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Missed a talk at York Festival of Ideas? Catch up on our inspiring sessions, world-class speakers, and thought-provoking debates any time on YouTube! Watch again now: ⏯️https://www.youtube.com/@YorkIdeas #YorkIdeas

You can now catch up with events you may have missed from @yorkfestofideas.bsky.social last month, via YouTube!

York Festival of Ideas@yorkfestofideas.bsky.social · 3w ago

With a new series of Riot Women in production, BAFTA-winning creator Sally Wainwright discusses the origins of the hit BBC drama. Now on YouTube - Riot Women with Sally Wainwright https://youtu.be/rh1R58_fFDU

It's #RefugeeWeek next week. Find some free events on our website, including an online cook-along! https://ow.ly/WcXl50Z9TmU

The final day of York Festival of Ideas is here! Let’s wrap up an incredible week with a Friday lineup packed with inspiring debates, brilliant storytellers, and final big ideas. We hope you've enjoyed this year's Festival? See our final events: 👉 https://yorkfestivalofideas.com/2026/calendar/

It's #RefugeeWeek next week. Find some free events on our website, including an online cook-along! https://ow.ly/WcXl50Z9TmU

Get ready for another incredible day! 🌟 From thought-provoking debates with world-class speakers to the wonderful exhibition, Confluence for Change, today is packed with inspiration. Discover the full lineup and book your spots: 👉 https://yorkfestivalofideas.com/2026/calendar/

TODAY! This workshop examines making AI controllable and reliable for creative production. Directing Generative AI: Control, realism, and creative workflow - FREE workshop at CoSTAR Live Lab (Pontefract). https://ow.ly/qQzq50Z67wI

Directing Generative AI: Control, realism, and creative workflow

This workshop examines making AI controllable and reliable for creative production. It focuses on steerable, node-based workflows and physically grounded models to ensure editable, directable outputs.

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Looking for inspiration? 🧠 Whether you want to uncover ancient history, explore cutting-edge science, or dive into world politics, Tuesday at York Festival of Ideas has something for everyone. Check out today's packed lineup of events: 👉 https://yorkfestivalofideas.com/2026/calendar/

This workshop examines making AI controllable and reliable for creative production. Directing Generative AI: Control, realism, and creative workflow - FREE workshop on 10 Jun at CoSTAR Live Lab (Pontefract). https://ow.ly/qQzq50Z67wI

Directing Generative AI: Control, realism, and creative workflow

This workshop examines making AI controllable and reliable for creative production. It focuses on steerable, node-based workflows and physically grounded models to ensure editable, directable outputs.

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From eco-art exhibitions and planetary health talks at noon, to a live piano deconstruction project and a deep dive into stunning medieval manuscripts this evening - there is truly something for everyone today. Check out the full line-up 👉 https://ow.ly/ai6E50Z8v8L #YorkIdeas #York #WhatsOnYork

TODAY!!!! 🔬 CALLING ALL YOUNG EXPLORERS! 🚀 Ready to spark your child’s curiosity? Bring them to the Discovery Zone at York Festival of Ideas 💡 Expect awesome hands-on experiments, mind-blowing science, and interactive fun for all ages. 👉 https://ow.ly/HAZ550Z7xzP

What's on your radar for today? 🗓️ From thought-provoking discussions to creative showcases, our calendar for 7 June is packed with incredible events. Come and join us! Explore the full lineup and plan your day here: https://yorkfestivalofideas.com/2026/calendar/

What a packed programme we have for you today, with a multitude of exciting events taking place all day. 🎉 Kids - don't miss the Festival Fringe at the University. No need to book - just turn up. Have a great day everyone! #YorkIdeas 💡 https://yorkfestivalofideas.com/2026/calendar/

Check out what's on today at @yorkfestofideas.bsky.social

York Festival of Ideas@yorkfestofideas.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Good morning friends and welcome to Fabulous Friday! Check out what we've got in store today - including Dame Kelly Holmes coming to talk about menopause this evening - we have a handful of tickets still available. Hope to see you soon. https://yorkfestivalofideas.com/2026/calendar/

TODAY at 5.30pm - Using archaeothanatology, this lecture explores how physical handling of the dead reveals past human experiences beyond the material. Death in the Mesolithic. What the rituals of death tell us about Mesolithic people and their lives https://ow.ly/I4XI50Z531B

Death in the Mesolithic. What the rituals of death tell us about Mesolithic people and their lives

Using archaeothanatology, this lecture explores how physical handling of the dead reveals past human experiences beyond the material.

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We have lots of events today for you to get your teeth into 🦷 From Summer Sparkle ✨ to the Happiness of Dogs 🐶 - and lots more! Find out more - https://yorkfestivalofideas.com/2026/calendar/

Find out about the cutting-edge science giving the potential to diagnose Alzheimer's with a simple blood test. Detection of Alzheimer's Disease using Light-Based Technologies - 4 Jun - ONLINE https://www.york.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/public-lectures/sem2-25-26/detection-alzheimer's-disease/

Detection of Alzheimer's Disease using Light-Based Technologies

Find out about the cutting-edge science giving the potential to diagnose Alzheimer's with a simple blood test.

york.ac.uk

This workshop examines making AI controllable and reliable for creative production. Directing Generative AI: Control, realism, and creative workflow - FREE workshop on 10 Jun at CoSTAR Live Lab (Pontefract). https://ow.ly/qQzq50Z67wI

Directing Generative AI: Control, realism, and creative workflow

This workshop examines making AI controllable and reliable for creative production. It focuses on steerable, node-based workflows and physically grounded models to ensure editable, directable outputs.

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Using archaeothanatology, this lecture explores how physical handling of the dead reveals past human experiences beyond the material. Death in the Mesolithic. What the rituals of death tell us about Mesolithic people and their lives - 5 Jun https://ow.ly/I4XI50Z531B

Death in the Mesolithic. What the rituals of death tell us about Mesolithic people and their lives

Using archaeothanatology, this lecture explores how physical handling of the dead reveals past human experiences beyond the material.

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Ready to explore ‘Place and Space’? 🌍✨ Here is your daily guide to what’s on today (3 June) at the York Festival of Ideas! From inspiring talks to interactive experiences, don't miss out on today's amazing lineup of mostly FREE events: yorkfestivalofideas.com/2026/

Find out about the cutting-edge science giving the potential to diagnose Alzheimer's with a simple blood test. Detection of Alzheimer's Disease using Light-Based Technologies - 4 Jun - ONLINE https://www.york.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/public-lectures/sem2-25-26/detection-alzheimer's-disease/

Detection of Alzheimer's Disease using Light-Based Technologies

Find out about the cutting-edge science giving the potential to diagnose Alzheimer's with a simple blood test.

york.ac.uk

What's on today at York Festival of Ideas? 💡 From AI & history to astronomy & climate resilience, explore 'Place and Space' with today's events! Most are FREE. 👇 yorkfestivalofideas.com/2026/

Day 3 of York Festival of Ideas is officially here! ✨ From feline folklore to the frontiers of mathematics, we've got an amazing lineup today. 👇 Head to the link to plan your day! https://ow.ly/5HCo50Z5Vsx

Day 2 of York Festival of Ideas! Plenty to choose from. 💜

York Festival of Ideas@yorkfestofideas.bsky.social · 2mo ago

There's no day of rest when York Festival of Ideas is happening! Join us today for a great selection of events. What's not to love? https://yorkfestivalofideas.com/2026/calendar/

We're so excited to bring you York Festival of Ideas 2026 - starting TODAY! From Romans to gardens, Lindy hop to Africa... there's so much to choose from! https://yorkfestivalofideas.com/2026/calendar/ #YorkIdeas

Using archaeothanatology, this lecture explores how physical handling of the dead reveals past human experiences beyond the material. Death in the Mesolithic. What the rituals of death tell us about Mesolithic people and their lives - 5 Jun https://ow.ly/I4XI50Z531B

Death in the Mesolithic. What the rituals of death tell us about Mesolithic people and their lives

Using archaeothanatology, this lecture explores how physical handling of the dead reveals past human experiences beyond the material.

ow.ly

Find out about the cutting-edge science giving the potential to diagnose Alzheimer's with a simple blood test. Detection of Alzheimer's Disease using Light-Based Technologies - 4 Jun - ONLINE https://www.york.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/public-lectures/sem2-25-26/detection-alzheimer's-disease/

Detection of Alzheimer's Disease using Light-Based Technologies

Find out about the cutting-edge science giving the potential to diagnose Alzheimer's with a simple blood test.

york.ac.uk

TONIGHT at 6pm - IN-PERSON - Breastfeeding is a vital, low-carbon public health solution. This talk links it to climate resilience, critiquing formula's impact and calling for systemic support to protect our environment. Breastfeeding and Climate Change https://ow.ly/1BRS50Z124N

Breastfeeding and Climate Change: A public health and sustainability solution

Breastfeeding is a vital, low-carbon public health solution. This talk links it to climate resilience, critiquing formula's impact and calling for systemic support to protect our environment.

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