The Scarborough Fair

A winter season of extreme sports, free street entertainment, celebrations of creativity, and light-based activities

Scarborough eXTREME

2026

A weekend extravaganza of activities that will push you to your limits, taking place on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September, 11am-4pm at the Royal Albert Park on North Bay (by Hairy Bob’s Skate Park). Unleash your inner adventurer and discover a wide range of exciting free activities at North Bay, across Scarborough and the surrounding area.

Saturday 19 sep – sunday 20 seP

2026

Scarborough autumn Streets

2026

Fun for all the family with a free two-day curated festival of outdoor events, street art, performances and workshops. Taking place across several locations in Scarborough town centre. Scarborough Streets is supported by David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire and funded by York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.

Saturday 10 oct – sunday 11 oct

2026

Scarborough winter Fringe 2026

Taking place over 4 days, Scarborough Winter Fringe is an open-access arts festival, featuring theatre, music, comedy, dance, spoken word, children’s shows and more. 

thursday 29 oct – Sunday 1 nov

2026 

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Scarborough winter Art

2026

Immerse yourself in art and discover work from the local creative community. Taking place in venues and open studios across town, you can expect a fantastic range of media to be showcased.

 

thursday 29 oct – Sunday 29 nov 

2026

Scarborough Lights

2026

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 family.

thursday 12 Nov – Sunday 20 Dec

2026

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A view of Scarborough with the sea in the foreground
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Two ladies hold hands in front of illuminated boats at Scarborough Harbour
The Spaces in Between by Jon M Armstrong
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