Major Events and Festivals

We are proud to host so many major events and festivals across the Yorkshire coast each year.

We are especially proud of Scarborough Armed Forces Day, held every year in June, commemorating and celebrating the important part the military play in our country.

Looking for the best music acts in the world? Scarborough Open Air Theatre is a beautiful outdoor theatre that is home to a great summer line-up. With past performances from superstars like Sir Elton John, Britney Spears and Kylie Minogue, you just know you’re in for a fabulous time.

Make sure to extend your stay to enjoy live music, sand and sea - what more could you want?!

Sport Designed for Long Summer Days

Scarborough Cricket Club’s annual Scarborough Cricket Festival, a nearly 150-year-old celebration of this much-loved game, is the perfect event for the sports-enthusiast.

For those that enjoy something a little more adrenaline-filled get your fix as motor bike’s race past at Scarborough’s Oliver’s Mount, the only real road racing circuit in England.

Fun for All the Family

You can enjoy that classic seaside holiday experience at some of our most popular events, including Whitby’s Fish and Ships Festival and Scarborough’s Seafest (cancelled for 2021) – both of which are family-friendly and explore the Yorkshire coast’s rich heritage, as well as exploring the flavours that can only be found in our part of the world.

Discover everything on offer for yourself using the search function below and be sure to share your experience with us using #PlaceofSurprise

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Filey International Food Festival

Address

Filey Evron Centre, 1a John Street, Filey, North Yorkshire, YO14 9DQ

Telephone
07966 751340

theevroncentre@scarborough.gov.uk

Filey

Filey International Food Festival is back for 2023 with lot's of exciting stalls from award-winning local produce to street food from around the world.

Dates

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8 Apr 2023to9 Apr 2023

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10 June 2023to11 June 2023

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12 Aug 2023to13 Aug 2023

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14 Oct 2023to15 Oct 2023

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Sci-Fi Scarborough 2023

Address

Scarborough Spa, South Bay, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2HD

Telephone
01723 821888

spaenquiries@siv.org.uk

Scarborough

Well known guests, authors, movie & TV props, console, retro & table top gaming, software developers, comic book artists, indie films, Cosplay competition, geek pub quiz, live music, collectible traders, Saturday night party and the usual mayhem!

Dates

From:

22 Apr 2023to23 Apr 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Tomorrow's Ghosts Festival

Address

Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby, YO21 3EN

Telephone
01947 824760

hello@whitbypavilion.co.uk

Whitby

Back in black and before you know it…
TOMORROW’S GHOSTS FESTIVAL has confirmed its Spring Gathering for Whitby
Following an exceptional demand for tickets for the upcoming Halloween event in 2022, Whitby’s premier Goth music led festival is…

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28 Apr 2023Open 19:00 -
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29 Apr 2023Open 19:00 -
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28 Oct 2023Open 19:00 -

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Big Ideas by the Sea

Address

Woodend Creative Workspace & other venues, The Crescent, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2PW

Telephone
01723 384525

info@bigideasbythesea.com

Scarborough

Big Ideas by the Sea is a new cultural festival that will bring to Scarborough some of the best speakers locally and from across the UK to talk about the big issues related to the environment, climate change and history.

Dates

From:

19 May 2023to2 June 2023

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Whitby Fish & Ships Festival

Address

New Quay Road, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 1DH

Telephone
01723 383636

Whitby

Explore everything that’s special about the Yorkshire Coast’s magnificent maritime culture and food, from the building of its boats to its multi award-winning fish restaurants.

Dates

From:

20 May 2023to21 May 2023

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Mamma Mia

Address

Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Burniston Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 6PF

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

The sensational feel-good musical MAMMA MIA! is heading to the Yorkshire coast next summer for its biggest ever outdoor season of shows. The worldwide smash hit will play SIX performances under the stars at Scarborough Open Air Theatre from 14 – 18…

Dates

From:

14 June 2023to18 June 2023Various Opening Times

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Blondie

Address

Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Burniston Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 6PF

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Music legends Blondie are heading to the Yorkshire coast for what promises to be a sensational night at Scarborough Open Air Theatre.

Dates

From:
22 June 2023Open 18:00 -

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Armed Forces Day 2023

Address

Scarborough South Bay, Foreshore Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1PD

Telephone
01723 232323

AFDNE21@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

It’s time to reach for your planner and book out Saturday 24 June. After the triumph of last year’s national event, Scarborough’s popular Armed Forces Day celebration is set to return in style this summer with a jam packed programme.

Dates

From:
24 June 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Rag 'N' Bone Man

Address

Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Burniston Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 6PF

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Triple BRIT Award winner Rag’n’Bone Man is heading to Scarborough for what promises to be an incredible headline show at the resort’s Open Air Theatre.

Dates

From:
24 June 2023Open 18:00 -

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Sting

Address

Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Burniston Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 6PF

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Sting is bringing his My Songs World Tour to the Yorkshire coast for a sensational outdoor show. at the Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Sunday June 25th.

Dates

From:
25 June 2023Open 18:00 -

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Peasholm Park Naval Warfare - Battle of Peasholm

Address

North Bay, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 7TR

Telephone
01723 383636

Scarborough

War breaks out on the lake in the middle of the park when the 20-foot replica boats recreate some serious tensions during the Peasholm Park Naval Battle. The “Battle of Peasholm” lasts for 30 minutes and is produced three times per week, starting in…

Dates

From:

1 July 2023to2 Sept 2023Various Opening Times

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Hollywood Vampires

Address

Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Burniston Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 6PF

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

American supergroup Hollywood Vampires are heading back to the UK next summer for a series of explosive shows – starting with a must-see date at Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Wednesday 5th July 2023!

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From:
5 July 2023Open 18:00 -

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The Cult

Address

Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Burniston Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 6PF

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Rock icons, The Cult, are bringing their ‘Under The Midnight Sun’ European tour to Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Thursday 6 July.

Dates

From:
6 July 2023Open 18:00 -

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Tom Grennan

Address

Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Burniston Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 6PF

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Tom Grennan is heading to the Yorkshire coast this summer for a massive headline show at Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Friday July 7th.

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From:
7 July 2023Open 18:00 -

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Pulp

Address

Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Burniston Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 6PF

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Britpop icons Pulp are BACK and are heading to the Yorkshire Coast next Summer as part of their "this is what we do for an encore" 2023 Tour! They will be visiting the Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Sunday 9th July 2023.

Dates

From:
9 July 2023Open 18:00 -

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