At last, an event to rival Whitby and, quite frankly, we think it's a worthy competitor. Historic location. Check. The largest gothic cathedral in Northern Europe. Check. Great venues and bands. Check. Lots of other stuff to do. Check. Fishing village. Er ... maybe not. DV8, organised by Chris Sherrington, runs July 15 - 18 and includes over thirty bands, burlesque dancers and sideshow performers over three stages at night and, during the day, alternative markets at the historic Barley Hall amongst others. There's also discounts to be had at attractions like York Dungeons! The Duchess Goth Stage includes Wayne Hussey, The Eden House, Gene Loves Jezebel, Inkubus Sukkubus and Romance whilst elsewhere, on the Rockabilly Punk Stage, you can catch Devilish Presley; or Modulate and Deviant UK at the Industrial/EBM Stage. Escapology, side shows, burlesque and vampire queen Rosie Lugosi is on hand to administer to all your MCing needs. Advance tickets which cover all events at all venues all weekend (!) are now available for £49 / day tickets for Sunday only are £21. On the door tickets will be £51 for the weekend and £23 for the Sunday only. DV8 - the new Goth festival, bigger and better!!

Please note you must be 14 or over to gain admittance - read our ID policy.

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