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Playing host to a plethora of exciting annual events and festivals, Scarborough Fair’s Streets, Art and Fringe festivals (May, June, July, August) are a celebration of art and culture in the town, showcasing local creativity, alongside national and international artists. While Scarborough Extreme (July) brings all things active to our streets to motivate you! If spectator sport is more your thing then why not witness the thrill of Oliver’s Mount Bike races taking to the tracks throughout the summer months.
Scarborough’s Open Air Theatre sees their ever popular headlining music acts blast onto the stage from June through to September delighting us with tunes for the summer nights bringing a buzz about the town.
The annual Armed Forces Day (June) on Scarborough’s South bay, brings jaw dropping air displays, spectacular parades, musical performances and interactive exhibits to our shores. Scarborough’s Cricket Festival (August) never fails to draw the loyal supporter to the famous cricket ground for a sun soaked match by the seaside. The late summer see’s Scarborough Jazz festival (Sept) round up the season at the Spa and The Goldwing Light Parade (Sept) of dazzling light-up motor bikes cruise the bays - a spectacle not to be missed!
A generational tradition still delighting audiences 100 years on, are the famous naval reenactments known as the 'Battle of Peasholm', on the lake at north bay’s Peasholm Park. Late season this oriental themed park welcomes you to their family arts and bushcraft event, Autumn Daze (Oct) followed closely by Moonlight on the Lake (Oct) seeing the park lit up throughout and reflecting beautifully on the waters. Scarborough Fair’s Lights festival also twinkles into town bringing in the festive season with a variety of light shows, installations and activities alongside the winter extravaganza 'Scarborough Sparkle' (Nov) at the Open Air Theatre, which with its Christmas market and fair ground rides you’ll be sure to be stepping into the festive spirit!
The town has a vast theatrical community so a visit to a live show is a must whilst here on the coast. Take your pick from our choice of special theatres from the local YMCA theatre, iconic Stephen Joseph Theatre or the historic Scarborough Spa – Between them bringing you a year-round programme of events covering a range of live theatre, music, comedy, festivals and film.
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Perfect start to the festive season, in this workshop we will guide you… Perfect start to the festive season, in this workshop we will guide you the process of making your unique festive wreath from winter evergreen…
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Christmas Makers Market - Scarborough Market Hall
Closing Date
16 Nov 25
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A Sky Full of Stars - A Tribute to Coldplay -…
Closing Date
18 Oct 26
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On Sunday June 28 – Billy Ocean, the chart-topping legend behind such… On Sunday June 28 – Billy Ocean, the chart-topping legend behind such classic hits as Caribbean Queen and Red Light Spells Danger, will headline the…
Pete Tong and his world-renowned Ibiza Classics show – featuring The… Pete Tong and his world-renowned Ibiza Classics show – featuring The Essential Orchestra – will headline TK Maxx presents Scarborough Open Air…
Two musician and one poet combining to create a spontanious, chilled laid… Two musician and one poet combining to create a spontanious, chilled laid back 2 hour performance of beats, raps, poetry and eclectic music.
Scarborough Histories & Mysteries - St Mary's…
Closing Date
15 Dec 25
Triptych By Animated Objects Triptych presents three unique… Triptych By Animated Objects Triptych presents three unique projections designed for St. Mary’s Church. Each animation explores a theme…
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Por Favor - X Sigma Bar @ The Cask Inn
Closing Date
24 Nov 25
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Rhod Gilbert & The Giant Grapefruit - Scarborough…
Closing Date
14 Feb 26
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