Updated on January 11, 2025
Are you looking to blow away the January blues? If you have fallen into the post-Christmas slump, there is no better way to revive the spirits than at one of these great Burns Night events in Yorkshire!
Burns Night is a lively celebration of Scottish culture that is celebrated annually in January. This guide shares what Burns Night is, why and how it is celebrated, and where to find the best Burns Night events in Yorkshire.
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Where To Find Burns Night Events in Yorkshire
Although traditionally a Scottish event, Burns Night is now celebrated around the world each year in January. The event is a fantastic opportunity to indulge in Scottish culture, tuck into steaming haggis and dance your shoes off at a ceilidh.
And this year, Yorkshire is most certainly part of the celebration. So, if you want to join the party, here are the ten best Burns Night events in Yorkshire!
Burns Night Events in North Yorkshire
Here is a roundup of the best Burns Night events in North Yorkshire.
Burns Night Supper at The Piebald Inn
Celebrate the life and works of Scotland’s national poet at The Piebald Inn’s Burns Night Supper. This special evening features a traditional four-course Scottish menu, including delights like Cullen Skink and hearty Red Lentil & Carrot Soup.
You will also experience the ceremonial piping in of the haggis, accompanied by a recital of one of Robert Burns’ classic poems. Enjoy an evening of delicious food and warm hospitality in the heart of North Yorkshire. The event begins with seating at 7pm, providing a cosy atmosphere perfect for toasting the Bard. A £20 deposit per person is required, with pre-orders due by 15th January 2025.
Dates: 24th January 2025
Ticket Prices: £39.95/person
Address: The Piebald Inn, 65 Sands Lane, Hunmanby YO14 0LT
Burns Night Supper at Carlton Towers
This January you can celebrate Burns Night in true 19th century style. Soak up the heat from the roaring fire and the sound of bagpipes as you dine in the Carlton Tower State Rooms.
The event is an opportunity to enjoy the traditions of Burns Night including eating haggis and drinking scotch.
You can even extend the celebrations by spending the night in one of their luxurious rooms or enjoying one of the charming cottages on the estate.
You can upgrade your ticket to include a room booking or book a cottage here.
Dates: 24th January 2025
Ticket Prices: £59/person
Address: Carlton Towers, Carlton, DN14 9LZ
Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery Burns Night Whisky Dinner
Celebrate the life and works of Robert Burns with a Yorkshire twist at the Burns Night Whisky Dinner. This elegant evening features a three-course dinner thoughtfully paired with Filey Bay whiskies, starting with a whisky cocktail to welcome you. Immerse yourself in Scottish tradition as the night unfolds with a tribute to Burns, a menu including haggis, neeps, and tatties, and an indulgent Filey Bay whisky sauce. To finish, enjoy a special dram alongside the lively strains of Scottish singer-songwriter Gary Stewart.
Gary Stewart, a folk-pop talent with deep roots in both Scotland and Yorkshire, will provide the soundtrack to this memorable evening. With his music influenced by the sixties and seventies, Gary’s performance promises to add a soulful atmosphere. Vegetarian options are also available upon request.
Dates: 24th January 2025
Ticket Prices: £45/person
Address: Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery, Hunmanby Industrial Estate, Hunmanby, YO14 0PH
Burns Night at Harkers
Are you looking for a way to celebrate the life and work of the great Scottish poet Robert ‘Rabbie’ Burns? If so, you might want to join Harker’s for their 2025 Burns Night event! You can enjoy a traditional Scottish 2 or 3-course set menu with a curated Whisky Flight, featuring some of the finest whiskies from Scotland.
Harkers is offering a variety of dishes to suit your taste buds, such as Smoked Scottish Salmon, Scotch Broth, Haggis, neeps & tatties, Puy Lentil Cottage Pie, and Cranachan. You can also experience a lively evening filled with Scottish tradition and culture, as well as the warm hospitality from Harkers.
Dates: 25th January 2025
Ticket Prices: From £19/person
Address: Harkers Pub, York, YO1 7QN
Robert Burns Charity Dinner & Ceilidh Evening
Get a taste of Scottish culture in one night at this charity dinner dance. You can celebrate the life of national poet Robert Burns while enjoying a three-course meal before learning Scottish dances.This event is designed to allow you to experience as much Scottish culture as possible in one night while celebrating national poet, Robert Burns.
The event is raising funds for the chosen charity Alzheimer’s Research UK. Highland attire is strongly encouraged, but not at all compulsory. Regular evening wear is perfectly fine.
Dates: 25th January 2025
Ticket Prices: £55/person
Address: The Crown Hotel, Crown Place, Harrogate HG1 2RZ
Burns Night Ceilidh & Celebration in Terrington
Terrington Village Hall invites you to its traditional Burns Night Ceilidh, promising an unforgettable evening of Scottish heritage. The event features the iconic addressing of the haggis, accompanied by a live band, an authentic piper, and a skilled caller to guide you through two hours of lively Scottish dancing. As part of the festivities, enjoy a delicious three-course meal including the classic haggis, neeps, and tatties.
This cosy gathering, limited to just 80 guests, offers the perfect blend of music, dance, and traditional cuisine in a friendly atmosphere. With a fully stocked bar and doors opening from 7pm, it’s an evening designed for fun and laughter among friends and neighbours.
Dates: 25th January 2025
Ticket Prices: £25/person
Address: Terrington Village Hall, Mowthorpe Lane, York, YO60 6PZ
Burns Night Events in West Yorkshire
Here is a roundup of the best Burns Night events in West Yorkshire.
Burns Night Special at The Victorian Craft Beer Cafe
The Victorian Craft Beer Cafe is hosting a Burns Night Whisky Tasting event in celebration of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns. Accompanying a selection of single malt whiskies from Scotland, the night will also feature live music from a local folk band who will be playing traditional Scottish music.
This event is perfect for whisky lovers and anyone who wants to experience the rich culture and history of Scotland, right here in Halifax!
Dates: 25th January 2025
Address: The Victorian Craft Beer Cafe, Powell Street, Halifax HX1 1LN
Burns Night at Browns Leeds
Browns Leeds invites you to celebrate the legacy of Scotland’s Bard, Robert Burns, with a traditional Burns Night supper. The specially curated three-course menu features authentic Scottish favourites such as Pan-seared Scallops with Pancetta, the classic Haggis, Neeps & Tatties, and a delightful Cranachan for dessert. Each course is expertly paired with premium whiskies, including Glenfiddich 12 and 15 year, and Balvenie 12 year old, enhancing the evening with a true taste of Scotland.
This exclusive menu is available for one night only, making it a perfect occasion to indulge in Scottish culinary heritage. Whether you’re a whisky connoisseur or simply looking for a unique dining experience, Browns Leeds offers an elegant setting for this annual celebration.
Dates: 25th January 2025
Ticket Prices: £54/person
Address: Browns Leeds, The Light, 70-72 The Headrow, Leeds LS1 8EQ
Burns Night Events in East Yorkshire
So far, we’re still waiting for the announcement of Burns Night events in East Yorkshire. Bookmark this page and check back soon for updates.
Burns Night Events in South Yorkshire
Here is a roundup of the best Burns Night events in South Yorkshire.
Burns Night at Wentworth Woodhouse
Celebrate the life and legacy of Scotland’s cherished poet, Robert Burns, with a wonderful evening at the State Rooms of Wentworth Woodhouse. This special fundraising event promises an immersive experience featuring a whiskey-tasting journey led by Lightfoot’s of Wentworth, showcasing six expertly selected Scottish malts. You will enjoy a traditional Scottish menu, including haggis, neeps, and tatties, with vegetarian options available, and lively entertainment from The Rhythm Chaps, a celebrated Ceilidh & Barn Dance Band.
This event offers a rare opportunity to toast Robert Burns in an atmospheric setting steeped in history. Every ticket sold directly supports the Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust, aiding the restoration of this remarkable estate.
Dates: 24th January 2025
Ticket Prices: £56/person
Address: State Rooms, Wentworth Woodhouse, Wentworth, Rotherham S62 7TQ
Burns Night at the Sitwell Arms Hotel
Celebrate the life and works of Robert Burns with a traditional four-course Scottish menu at the Sitwell Arms Hotel. This elegant evening includes a ceremonial bagpiper performance to set the tone and an evening disco to keep the celebrations lively. You will enjoy authentic dishes inspired by Scottish heritage, an unmissable tribute to Scotland’s beloved poet.
The event promises a blend of cultural tradition and festive cheer, offering an immersive experience that honours Burns’ legacy. Whether you’re a poetry enthusiast or simply looking for a unique night out, this supper provides the perfect setting to raise a toast to the Bard of Ayrshire.
Dates: 25th January 2025
Ticket Prices: £34/person
Address: The Sitwell Arms Hotel, 39 Station Road, Renishaw, Sheffield, S21 3WF
Why do you celebrate Burns Night?
Traditionally, Burns Night is celebrated annually in Scotland. The celebrations usually take place on or around 25th January.
The event commemorates the life of poet Robert Burns, who was born on 25th January 1759. Burns made a significant contribution to Scottish culture, which is why the day is marked annually. His best-known work is the song that we all hear as the clock strikes midnight to mark the new year, Auld Lang Syne.
What happens at Burns Night?
Like all great celebrations, this highlight of any Burns Night celebration is food. Burns Night is an opportunity to indulge in traditional Scottish dishes. The main delight is the haggis, which is piped in, then someone reads Burns’ Address to a Haggis as the haggis is cut. The haggis is then toasted with whisky before the guests tucked in.
Although the celebration has evolved over the years, most modern Burns Night celebrations are lively evenings of Scottish food, bagpipers, whisky, and dancing!
Burns Night Events in Yorkshire
So, here is a roundup of the best Burns Night events in Yorkshire. Which one will you be visiting?
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Wow those events sound so fun and a great way to avoid the Winter Blues. I would definitely fill up on Haggis and some old Scottish food. The best part would be hearing the bag pipes.
Burns Night is the perfect celebration to overcome the January lull, isn’t it? Bagpipes and good food sounds like an amazing party!
Wow Burn Nights should like quite the way to celebrate the new year! I love that you compiled a complete list of all the celebrations. How could you go wrong with great food and music!
I agree! January always feels so dull after Christmas so a Burns Night celebration is exactly what we need! I was surprised how many Burns Night events in Yorkshire are taking place. It is sure to be a lively week!
What fun celebrations! I’d love to attend Burns Night at Ilkley. Food and bagpipes sounds great, and it seems to be pretty affordable!
Burns Night sounds like such a fun celebration, doesn’t it? I think it is exactly the kind of party January calls for! I love that there is such a wide range of Burns Night events in Yorkshire to appeal to all budgets!
This sounds sooooo fun!
I have to admit, I don’t think I have ever been to an actual burns night like this! We’ve always just celebrated at home (or at Scottish friend’s homes.)
Slightly off topic, but have you ever had vegetarian haggis? M&S used to do a really fabulous one. It goes so well with neeps and tatties.
Burns Night sounds like a blast, doesn’t it? It’s the kind of celebration we need in January!
I haven’t tried vegetarian haggis but now I want to! The regular kind if haggis doesn’t really appeal to me but I don’t want to miss out on the celebration – maybe a vegetarian one is the answer! I might try and locate one! Thanks for the tip!
Thank you for putting together this blog. I didn’t know about Burns Night events, and it’s great to hear that it’s going to be celebrated in Yorkshire. I will have a look at the events, and probably go to one of them 🙂
I was surprised by how many Burns Night events are happening in Yorkshire! They all sounds like they will be fun events! I hope you get an opportunity to visit one or two of them! Thanks for reading!