Forthcoming events
We pride ourselves on our high quality events. With varied and interesting speakers sharing their business stories and knowledge, our popular pure networking breakfasts and opportunities to go behind the scenes of some fantastic York venues, York Professionals events are a fantastic and friendly place to meet and network with like-minded people.
Thu 4 April 2024, 8:00 - 9:30
Pure Networking Breakfast at The Principal York
Join us for our popular 'Pure Networking Breakfast at The Principal York' event. We'll be meeting with fellow professionals for pure networking over a traditional full English breakfast in The Chapter House at The Principal York. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Cost: £15 (Members only)
Tue 30 April 2024, 8:00 - 9:30
Breakfast at The Waterfront Cafe, York Marina
Enjoy the spectacular view of York Marina over breakfast as we take fellow professionals to The Waterfront Cafe. We'll be hearing from Thomas Owen, General Manager, about this exciting new development and enjoying a hearty full English breakfast over networking.
Cost: £15 (Members only)
Wed 15 May 2024, 11:30 - 18:00
A Day at the Races with York Professionals
Join us as we take fellow professionals for a day at the races on Wednesday 15th May 2024. We've secured half-price tickets for The County Stand at the first day of The Dante Festival, exclusively for York Professionals members. We'll be starting the day in style, meeting at The Old Liquor Store Restaurant & Bar on Bishopthorpe Road for some pre-races hospitality. We will then make our way over the road to York Racecourse for an exciting day's racing at this prestigious horse racing event where York Professionals guests will have the chance to enjoy special member privileges on the day.
Cost: Members £45 (Members & their guest only)
Tue 4 June 2024, 8:00 - 9:30
Pure Networking Breakfast at The Principal York
Join us for our popular 'Pure Networking Breakfast at The Principal York' event. We'll be meeting with fellow professionals for pure networking over a traditional full English breakfast in The Chapter House at The Principal York. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Cost: £15 (Members only)
Wed 19 June 2024, 19:00 - 22:00
VIP Evening at York Theatre Royal – The Kite Runner
Join us for a special VIP evening at York Theatre Royal on the evening of Wednesday 19th June 2024 to see The Kite Runner. Starting the evening with a glass of fizz, guests will then sit in the best available seats in the Dress Circle to enjoy the evening's performance. Nibbles will be served during the interval.
Cost: £30 Member / £40 Non-Members
Wed 3 July 2024, 18:00 - 20:30
Exclusive Gin Tasting Evening at The Owl and Cat, York
We are delighted to have been given exclusive access to York's latest gin bar and distillery - The Owl and Cat, courtesy of The Hooting Owl. Guests will enjoy a gin tasting experience comprising five different gins with pizza for supper. Hear Dom m'benga's fascinating gin story whilst enjoying the ambience of York's newest gin bar.
Cost: £25 Members / £35 Non-Members
Thu 22 August 2024, 19:00 - 21:30
Summer Social on Board City Cruises York
Sponsored by YO1 Radio - York's only local commercial station available on all listening platforms, we invite you to enjoy a different view of York for our popular 'Summer Social' event. Take in the open air on board York City Cruise's 'River Prince' for this highly anticipated Summer Social event on Thursday 22nd August 2024. We'll be cruising the River Ouse, enjoying a fish and chip supper and drinks whilst allowing plenty of time for networking. We hope you will join us!
Cost: Grab an Early Bird Ticket for £15 for bookings made before 30th June 2024. £20 per ticket thereafter.
Wed 4 September 2024, 8:00 - 9:30
Pure Networking Breakfast at The Principal York
Join us for our popular 'Pure Networking Breakfast at The Principal York' event. We'll be meeting with fellow professionals for pure networking over a traditional full English breakfast in The Chapter House at The Principal York. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Cost: £15 (Members only)
Wed 18 September 2024, 18:00 - 20:30
Sommelier Guided Cheese and Wine Tasting Evening at Pairings Wine Bar, York
Back by popular demand! Join us for a relaxed and informal evening at Pairings Wine Bar, York. Guests will be taken on a delightful experience of wine tasting led by a Sommelier. Wines will be paired with speciality cheeses for a true taste sensation.
Cost: £28 Members / £38 Non-Members
Thu 17 October 2024, 19:00 - 23:59
The York Professionals Annual Dinner 2024
The York Professionals Annual Dinner 2024 will be back on Thursday 17th October at York Racecourse. Put the date in your diary for what is warmly regarded as a highlight in the business calendar. More details to follow in due course.
Wed 13 November 2024, 12:00 - 14:00
Supercharging your personal brand through Podcasts and LinkedIn
A strong personal brand is more than just a nice-to-have. It’s your business card, your reputation and your network all rolled into one. It’s what makes people want to work for you, collaborate with you and listen to what you have to say. Join us for lunch on Wednesday 13th November at Middlethorpe Hall and hear from the experts about everything you need to know about podcasts and LinkedIn.
Cost: £25 Member / £35 Non-Members
Speakers: Sophie Hudson, Your Marketing Doctor and Kelly Dunn, KD Recruitment Ltd
Thu 28 November 2024, 18:00 - 21:00
Christmas Quiz and Social at Revolution, York
Join us for our Christmas Quiz and Social evening at Revolution, York. We'll be taking over the private space upstairs in Revolution for the night. Hosted by Dale Bartleson, YO1 Radio and fellow York Professionals Board Director, you'll be encouraged to 'have a go' with the winning team scooping a round of drinks. Included in the price is a welcome glass of fizz, a further drinks voucher to be redeemed at the bar and supper.
Cost: £25 Member / £35 Non-Members
Speakers: Quiz Master - Dale Bartleson, YO1 Radio
Thu 12 December 2024, 8:00 - 9:30
Pure Networking Breakfast at The Principal York
Wear your most festive christmas jumper and join us for our popular 'Pure Networking Breakfast at The Principal York' event. We'll be meeting with fellow professionals for pure networking over a traditional full English breakfast in The Chapter House at The Principal York. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Cost: £15 (Members only)