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Traders

We are home to the freshest selection of independent traders in Yorkshire.

Events

From open air cinemas and art markets to community meetings and baby groups.

Studios

A place for everyone with space to make, work, show and shop!

what's on?

20 - 27 September

York 50+ Festival 2025

The only festival in York dedicated to those over 50.

28 September

Autumn Baby Workshop

Free seasonal songs, soft play & sensory fun for babies under 12 months.

28 September

Autumn Kids Craft Workshop

Creative autumn crafts and face painting for children 2 and up.
The first container being lowered via a crane onto the site
A photo of people sat at tables outside under a disco ball
A photo of the terrace at Spark

From an unused site, to thriving summers, and warm winters
SPARK is the home of an independent York, all year round!

SPARK is home to York’s best independent food and drink – and so much more. 

Drop by Tuesday – Sunday. Grab a coffee from 9am and explore our nine food traders and four bars from 12pm. Entry is free and walk-ups are welcome.

Check out our events page for our latest activities, including ping pong, art workshops and fitness classes. And if you’re looking for venue hire or a coworking space in York city centre, look no further than our Studios page. 

By visiting, you’re supporting a thriving local ecosystem of entrepreneurs and independents. Thank you.

It's our last week without our roof!

Heads up… we’re closing Mon 22 Sept to install our new roof – come enjoy the last week of our Summer season! We’ll reopen Fri 26 Sept with a fresh look, reopening events, and more of Yorkshire’s best independent food and drink.