The Scarborough Fair is a year-round programme of distinctive arts,
culture and sporting festivals at venues across the town.
Festivals
Venues
Days of Culture
Explore Our Festivals
Scarborough Streets
A two-day curated festival of FREE outdoor events, street art, performances and workshops. We have both a Spring and Autumn Streets Festival each year, featuring both professional acts and community groups, with special offers from local high street businesses.
2026 season over
Scarborough Town Centre
Scarborough Fringe
Scarborough Fringe is an open-access arts festival, featuring theatre, music, comedy, dance, spoken word, children’s shows and much more. We have both a summer and a winter Fringe.
29 Oct - 1 Nov
Various Locations across Scarborough
Scarborough Art
Scarborough Art is an open-access festival which allows you to discover work from the local creative community. Taking place at various venues and open studios across town, you can expect exhibitions, workshops, open studios, and much more! We have both a summer and winter Art festival.
29 Oct - 29 Nov
Various Locations across Scarborough
Scarborough Extreme
A September weekend extravaganza of FREE extreme sports activities that will push you to your limits! Come along to learn about Extreme Sport organisations you can get involved in around Scarborough.
Royal Abert Park (North Bay)
Scarborough Lights
See Scarborough sparkle and shine with light installations, illuminations of the town’s iconic landmarks, and take part in free light-based activities for all the famil
12 Nov - 20 Dec
Various Locations across Scarborough