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. In 2021 Scarborough has the prestigious honour of hosting the official Armed Forces Day National Event.

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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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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Lewis Capaldi

Address

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

Telephone
01723 818111

OAT@scarborough.gov.uk

Scarborough

Lewis Capaldi is returning to Scarborough Open Air Theatre next summer for what promises to be another magical night on the Yorkshire coast.
The chart-topping and BRIT Award-winning singer-songwriter played two sell-out shows at the UK’s largest…

Dates

From:
25 July 2021

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Meadowfest

Address

The Talbot Hotel, Yorkersgate, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 7AJ

Telephone
01653 693817

enquiries@visitmalton.com

Malton

MeadowFest is a summer music festival of uplifting sunshine bands, all day feasting and dancing like no one's watching!

Dates

From:
31 July 2021Open 10:00 - 22:00

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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, Scampston, 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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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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Whitby Folk Week 2021

Address

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

Telephone
01947 458899

spaenquiries@siv.org.uk

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:

21 Aug 2021to27 Aug 2021Open 19:30 -

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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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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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The Whitby Motown Weekender 2021

Address

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

Telephone
01947 458899

spaenquiries@siv.org.uk

Whitby

For those looking for a lighter Weekender with more familiar favourites from the World Of Motown and Soul's Golden Era (60's-80's), Whitby Pavilion Is The Perfect Venue.

Dates

From:

10 Sept 2021to12 Sept 2021Various Opening Times

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Oliver's Mount Gold Cup

Address

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

Telephone
01723 333321

office@oliversmount.com

North Yorkshire

The Gold Cup brings together many of the World’s top road racers to do battle on ‘the Mount’ over 2 days of spectacular racing.

Dates

From:

11 Sept 2021to12 Sept 2021Various Opening Times

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Scarborough Goldwing Light Parade

Address

West Pier, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1PD

goldwinglightparade@gmail.com

Scarborough

Goldwing motorcycles sport neon lights transport a fleet of riders on a procession around the Marine Drive, illuminating both sides of the shoreline, before the night is closed out with a show-stopping fireworks display.

Dates

From:
11 Sept 2021Open 10:00 - 21:30

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Scarborough Jazz Festival *New Date*

Address

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

Telephone
01723 821888

spaenquiries@siv.org.uk

Scarborough

The 18th Scarborough Jazz Festival will now take place across the weekend of 12-14 February 2021 at Scarborough Spa.

Dates

From:

24 Sept 2021to26 Sept 2021Open 12:00 -

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Scarborough Northern Soul Weekender 2021

Address

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

Telephone
01723 821888

spaenquiries@Siv.org.uk

Scarborough

The North Yorkshire Northern Soul Collective presents Scarborough Northern Soul Weekender 2021 - Quality DJ Lineup! - 100% Vinyl
100% Original

Dates

From:

22 Oct 2021to24 Oct 2021Various Opening Times

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*New Date* Tomorrow's Ghosts Festival: October 2021

Address

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

Telephone
01947 458899

spaenquiries@siv.org.uk

Whitby

The rearranged Tomorrow's Ghosts Festival is scheduled to take place over the weekend of: 29th–31st October 2021.

Dates

From:

29 Oct 2021to31 Oct 2021Open 19:00 -

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Robin Hood's Bay Victorian Weekend

Address

Robin Hood's Bay, The Dock, Robin Hood's Bay, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4ST

Telephone
01947 880000

events@robin-hoods-bay.co.uk

Robin Hood's Bay, Whitby

Typically held the first weekend in December, the Robin Hoods Bay Victorian Weekend is a wonderful magical event involving traditional Victorian costumes, Christmas window dressings and general festive merriment throughout the village.

Dates

From:

3 Dec 2021to5 Dec 2021Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Scarborough Punk Festival 2022

Address

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

Telephone
01723 821888

spaenquiries@siv.org.uk

Scarborough

Scarborough Punk Festival 2022
Due to the current situation due to COVID-19 the Scarborough Punk Festival has been delayed until 26-27 March 2022.

Dates

From:

26 Mar 2022to27 Mar 2022Open 12:00 -

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Sci-Fi Scarborough 2022

Address

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

Telephone
01723 821888

spaenquiries@siv.org.uk

Scarborough

Sci Fi Scarborough set to return!
Join us in the beautiful Victorian Scarborough Spa for a weekend with our magical mix of.... well known guests, authors, movie & TV props, console, retro & table top gaming, software developers, comic book…

Dates

From:
9 Apr 2022Open 12:00 -

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American Line & Western Dance Weekend 2022

Address

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

Telephone
07963 662426

stevemasonuk2001@yahoo.com

Whitby

Whitby’s 23rd American Line & Western Dance Weekend will take place across the weekend of 14-16 May 2021 at Whitby Pavilion.

Dates

From:

13 May 2022to15 May 2022Open 10:00 -

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