SPARK* - Food, Drink & Community Events in York

We're currently closed - pop in and see us soon!

Spark is temporarily closed as we complete venue improvements for our Summer season. We cannot wait to see you from 9am on Friday 25th April.

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!

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!

The last Quingo of the season

As we prepare for our Summer season, Quingo will soon be entering hibernation until Autumn. Enjoy one last round of Quingo on Wednesday at 7pm! See you there?

Find out more

Our April Opening Hours

MON 7th: 9AM* - 10:30PM
MON 14th: 9AM* - 10:30PM
EASTER MONDAY: CLOSED
TUES 22nd: CLOSED
WED 23rd: CLOSED
THURS 24th: CLOSED
FRIDAY 25th: 9AM* - 11PM
ALL OTHER DATES AS NORMAL
*vi coffee and surplus 2 purpose from 9am, everything else from 12pm

what's on?

25 - 27 April

Raise the Roof 2025

Join us for our grand reopening and celebrate the summer season with us!

25 - 27 April

Francesca’s Ice Cream Trike

The wonderful Francesca’s Street Eats will be slinging their vegan delights.

26 - 27 April

Mongo Skates Pop-Up

Calling all skateboarding enthusiasts! Your one stop shop for all things skate.

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.