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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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Skysteamer to Athens: Steampunk Storytelling…
Closing Date
7 Dec 25
All aboard - the skysteamer is about to depart! Join C.J.… All aboard - the skysteamer is about to depart! Join C.J. Carter-Stephenson as he brings his novelette SKYSTEAMER TO ATHENS vividly to life. See an…
Gary Delaney: Gary on Laughing - Scarborough Spa
Closing Date
27 Jun 26
Gary Delaney's last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates.… Gary Delaney's last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates. People laughed a lot and kept coming back. His videos have hundreds of…
The Freshwater Five - Stephen Joseph Theatre
Closing Date
2 May 26
Five Fishermen. £53 million of cocaine. An ongoing fight for justice.… Five Fishermen. £53 million of cocaine. An ongoing fight for justice. Deadman and playwright Liam Patrick Harrison’s powerful, poignant and poetic…
Meet Fred - Stephen Joseph Theatre
Closing Date
15 Mar 26
A decade ago, a two-foot-tall puppet took on the world - and he’s still… A decade ago, a two-foot-tall puppet took on the world - and he’s still fighting.After touring 20+ countries and delighting thousands of audiences,…
Alfie Moore: Acopalypse Now - Stephen Joseph…
Closing Date
14 Jun 26
Somewhere in a parallel universe little Alfie’s natural comedic… Somewhere in a parallel universe little Alfie’s natural comedic performance skills were recognised by his doting parents who encouraged and developed…
Curious About Scarborough - Scarborough Town…
Closing Date
10 Nov 25
Explore Scarborough Together — Come Rain, Shine, or Seagulls!Looking for a… Explore Scarborough Together — Come Rain, Shine, or Seagulls!Looking for a quirky, affordable day out that gets everyone involved? For under a…
Legendary singer-songwriter James Taylor will perform a headline show with… Legendary singer-songwriter James Taylor will perform a headline show with his All-Star Band in Scarborough next summer.
Scottish legends Deacon Blue are set to light up summer 2026 as they bring… Scottish legends Deacon Blue are set to light up summer 2026 as they bring their signature sound and electrifying live tour to Scarborough.
Through the Window Cabaret presents an evening of performances from local… Through the Window Cabaret presents an evening of performances from local talent including poets, writers and musicians.
Goldivox, Jack Robertson, and more, will perform at a special live music… Goldivox, Jack Robertson, and more, will perform at a special live music event in association with the Scarborough Fringe Festival and Scalby Fair.…
Karen Thompson Selected Works - Mandy Apple
Closing Date
1 Dec 25
Selected works by local artist Karen Thompson.Karen Thompson is a… Selected works by local artist Karen Thompson.Karen Thompson is a contemporary ceramics artist whose work draws on historic and modern influences to…
A Scarborough Ghost (Signs) Walk - Scarborough…
Closing Date
6 Dec 25
A psychogeogaphic dérive across the town centre inspired by ghost signs… A psychogeogaphic dérive across the town centre inspired by ghost signs and making thematic and visual associations to weave together a unique…
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