Gong in 2025 features the longest running line up of this legendary international psychedelic band.
Comprising of members hand picked by the founding member Daevid Allen following his intent that his mystical vision for a group be continued after his passing, 21st century Gong remains a psychedelic tour de force, constantly evolving and expanding its core sound.
York’s fave busking folk rock troupe return to The Crescent for a special St. Patrick’s Day themed party.
York’s fave busking folk rock troupe return to The Crescent for a special St. Patrick’s Day themed party.
This is an all ages afternoon show, running 1.30pm-4pm. All ages welcome, under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult.
The music from Wes Anderson’s films performed live. A musical tribute to one of the most unique and idiosyncratic directors of our generation.
Hailing from Philadelphia, Catbite is a vibrant punk rock band known for their energy and infectious
melodies. Drawing influence from ska, reggae, and classic punk, their music is a unique blend of catchy hooks and socially conscious lyrics. With relentless touring and a DIY ethos, Catbite has quickly become a staple in the underground music scene, winning over fans with their dynamic live performances.
Local Music Teaching Hero Pete Mitchell brings his large and diverse gang of students to the Crescent for their annual showcase.
York Palestine Association presents an evening celebrating the strength of Palestinian women for York International women’s week. This event highlights Palestinian women’s sumud (steadfastness) through powerful speeches and the first 3D animated film from Palestine, ‘Fatenah’. Join us for a heart-warming, eye-opening experience and learn in solidarity.
Join Aimée for the launch night of her debut book of poetry for guest performances, live readings, book signings and the opportunity to come together and celebrate what makes us human. Half of all profits made from ticket sales for the event, will be donated to Crohn’s & Colitis UK, a charity close to Aimée’s heart.
Set across three generations of a South Yorkshire mining family, award-winning poet Andrew McMillan’s magnificent debut novel is a lament for a lost way of life as well as a celebration of resilience and the possibility for change.
Zombies want brains. Vampires want blood. Cannibals want human flesh. All monsters need feeding. Horror has been embraced by mainstream pop culture more than ever before, with horror characters and aesthetics infecting TV, music videos and even TikTok trends. Loving the genre still prompts the question: what’s wrong with you? Implying, of course, that there is something not quite right about the people who make and consume it.
In Feeding the Monster, Anna Bogutskaya dispels this notion once and for all by examining how horror responds to and fuels our feelings of fear, anxiety, pain, hunger and power. Anna will be in conversation about the book at this event.