Yorkshire Coast 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 – 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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Barry Sheene Classic

Address

Oliver's Mount, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2YW

Telephone
01723 333321

office@oliversmount.com

North Yorkshire

There is no greater thrill for a race fan than to see classic bikes brushing the banking only yards away from where you stand - you can feel the wind, see the rider clicking through the gears and twisting the throttle, and even smell the distinctive…

Dates

From:

26 June 2021to27 June 2021Various Opening Times

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Whitby Northern Soul Weekender 2021

Address

Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN

Telephone
01947 458899

spaenquiries@siv.org.uk

Whitby

Annual music festival featuring the best in Northern Soul, Motown and Modern Soul with the North's best loved DJ's. Yorkshire's original since 2002.

Dates

From:

2 July 2021to5 July 2021Various Opening Times

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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

A brand new festival taking place in Scarborough! Exploring the 'big ideas' related to a whole range of issues and concerns facing communities and people locally and across the globe, to include the environment, education and employment.

Dates

From:

16 July 2021to18 July 2021

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Seafest

Address

West Pier, Foreshore Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1PD

Telephone
01723 383636

tourismbureau@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

carborough’s annual maritime weekend celebration, which normally takes place in July each year.

Dates

From:

23 July 2021to25 July 2021Various Opening Times

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Whitby Steampunk Weekend X

Address

Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN

Telephone
01947 458899

whitbysteampunkweekend@gmail.com

Whitby

Whitby Steampunk Weekend held every February half term and the last week in July. An exciting weekend with activities, presentations and demonstrations lined up as well as the most fabulous Steampunk Retail Emporium.

Dates

From:

23 July 2021to25 July 2021Open 19:00 -

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Stereophonics

Address

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

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Legendary rock band Stereophonics are returning to the Yorkshire coast this summer for a headline show no fan will want to miss.

Dates

From:
28 July 2021Open 18:00 -

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Oliver's Mount Festival

Address

Oliver's Mount, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2YW

Telephone
01723 333321

office@oliversmount.com

North Yorkshire

The inaugural Oliver’s Mount Festival is a celebration of the unique racing heritage of Scarborough’s famous “Mount”. Alongside fast, close and thrilling racing featuring solos and sidecars in a multitude of classes, there will be a strong emphasis…

Dates

From:

31 July 2021to1 Aug 2021Various Opening Times

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Whitby Traction Engine Rally

Address

Hawsker Lane, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4JR

Telephone
01751 200839

info@outdoorshows.co.uk

Whitby

Whitby Traction Engine Rally
9am-5pm
See website for full price list
A fun day out for all the family!

Dates

From:

6 Aug 2021to8 Aug 2021Open 09:00 - 17:00

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Kaiser Chiefs

Address

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

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Yorkshire’s very own Kaiser Chiefs are heading to the coast next summer for what promises to be a stunning headline show at Scarborough Open Air Theatre.

Dates

From:
8 Aug 2021Open 18:00 -

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Boy George and Culture Club

Address

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

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

The multi-million selling pop legends will play Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Saturday 14 August.

Dates

From:
14 Aug 2021

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Westlife

Address

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

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Westlife are heading to Scarborough Open Air Theatre next summer for an exclusive North of England show.
The Irish pop music icons – the top-selling album band of the 21st century – had been due to headline the Yorkshire coast venue this summer.

Dates

From:
17 Aug 2021

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Nile Rodgers & CHIC

Address

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

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

The legendary Nile Rodgers & CHIC are returning to the Yorkshire coast for a massive outdoor show at Scarborough Open Air Theatre.

Dates

From:
20 Aug 2021Open 18:00 -

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Virtual Whitby@Home - Folk Week 2021

Address

Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN

Telephone
01947 458899

melanieclog@gmail.com

Whitby

Whitby Folk Week is a long-standing celebration of the traditional music, dance and song of the British Isles has taken on the trappings of a tradition in its own right.

Dates

From:

20 Aug 2021to27 Aug 2021

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Keane

Address

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

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Keane are set to play a huge headline gig at Scarborough Open Air Theatre! The East Sussex chart-toppers delighted their legions of devoted fans by returning from a six-year hiatus in 2019 with brilliant new album Cause and Effect.

Dates

From:
21 Aug 2021

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Whitby Regatta

Address

Endeavour Wharf, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 1DN

Telephone
07827 452753

whitbyregatta@live.co.uk

Whitby

The Whitby Regatta presents to you a full weekend of entertainment, embracing yacht racing, rowing races and various free forms of entertainment as published in the official programme, finishing with a prize presentation and spectacular firework…

Dates

From:

21 Aug 2021to23 Aug 2021

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Olly Murs

Address

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

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

The chart-topping singer, Olly Murs, one of British music’s biggest and best loved stars – will play Scarborough Open Air Theatre!

Dates

From:
27 Aug 2021

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UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell and Astro

Address

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

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Ali and Astro bring their inimitable blend of reggae and pop hits to the Yorkshire coast on the rescheduled date of Saturday 28 August.

Dates

From:
28 Aug 2021Open 18:00 -

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ANNE-MARIE

Address

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

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

The chart-topping singer-songwriter and nine-time BRIT Award nominee will bring her high-octane and empowering brand of pop to Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Sunday August 29.
Hrvy, Gracey and Samantha Harvey join Anne-Marie on the bill for what…

Dates

From:
29 Aug 2021Open 18:00 -

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Scarborough Open Golf Week

Address

West Avenue, Filey, North Yorkshire, YO14 9BQ

Telephone
01723 513293

secretary@fileygolfclub.com

Filey

Founded in 1921 Scarborough Golf Week has been attracting golfers to the picturesque North Yorkshire Coast year after year.

Dates

From:

5 Sept 2021to10 Sept 2021

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Snow Patrol

Address

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

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Snow Patrol are delighted to confirm an all-new headline show at Scarborough Open Air Theatre next summer.

Dates

From:
10 Sept 2021

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