Scarborough being steeped in history, culture and tradition provides countless aspects to suit every taste and need.
Fantastic walks to do in and around Scarborough. From beaches to parks and for the more adventurous, the Cleveland Way or Coast to Coast walks.
An absolute gem with its many walkways and magnificent lake, ideal for circumnavigating the central island on the Dragon or Swan themed pedelos! A waterfall cascades from the top of the island where you will find a hidden Japanese Garden.
Naval Warfare Battle; Electric Organ Concerts (3pm start – free); Brass/Silver Bands (free); Island; Peasholm Mini-Golf; Peasholm Putting.
Scarborough’s Open Air Theatre is the largest in Europe (seating for 8,000) and the original was built by Scarborough Corporation in the 1930s. Acts confirmed for 2026 include:
June 5: Rick Astley + Lottery Winners
June 6: Madness + Hollie Cook + The Beat feat. Ranking Jnr
June 12: Paul Weller
June 18: The Kooks
June 20: Skunk Anansie + Garbage
June 21: Anastacia + Heather Small
June 26: Pete Tong Presents Ibiza Classics
June 27: Richard Ashcroft + Tom Meighan + Apollo Junction
June 28: Billy Ocean + Marti Pellow
July 2: Bowling For Soup + Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls
July 3: James Arthur
July 4: David Gray + The Divine Comedy
July 6: Michael Bublé
July 10: Deacon Blue + Lightning Seeds
July 11: Bastille + Nectar Woode
July 17: Alex James’ Britpop Classical
July 18: CMAT
July 22: Teddy Swims + Jordan Rakei
July 23: Teddy Swims + Jordan Rakei
July 25: James Taylor & His All-Star Band
August 1: The Streets
August 2: Sex Pistols + The Stranglers + The Undertones
August 8: Scissor Sisters
August 14: Holly Johnson + ABC + Heaven 17
Every year, the Armed Forces Day Event puts the host town or city in the spotlight, gathering national media and public interest. The next Armed Forces Day Event will be hosted by Scarborough Borough Council in 27th June 2026.
The Spa Complex plays host to variety, orchestral and touring shows. Amazing live music throughout the summer in the wonderful setting of The Spa’s Suncourt & The Grand Hall boasting the only remaining professional seaside Orchestra.
Scarborough Spa is a Grade II listed building in South Bay, It is a venue for conferences, exhibitions, entertainment, live music and events.
Originally built around the source of Scarborough’s spa waters, The Spa has a Grand Hall, which seats nearly 2,000 and hosts live entertainment including the Scarborough Spa Orchestra and the annual Scarborough Jazz Festival. The Spa Theatre, a 600-seat Victorian theatre, is home to summer season shows and Christmas pantomimes. The Spa Ocean Room is used for dances, conferences and other events, including the Scarborough Jazz Festival and Coastival.
The Victorian Cliff Tramway links the Spa complex with South Cliff, 200 ft above the South Bay.
Fri 23 Jan — The Makings of a Murderer – The Undercover Detective
Sat 31 Jan — The Magic of Motown
Sat 7 Feb — An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret
Fri 20 Feb — The Comedy Store on Tour
Thu 26 Feb — Madama Butterfly
Fri 6 Mar — Queen of the Night (Whitney Houston Tribute)
Sat 7 Mar — Murder Trial Tonight 4: Death of a Landlord
Fri 13 Mar — Bridget Christie: Jacket Potato Pizza
Sat 14 Mar — Man in the Mirror (Michael Jackson Tribute)
Sat 21 Mar — Justin Live: Justin Time to Rock
Sat 28 – Sun 29 Mar — Scarborough Punk Festival
Fri 11 Apr — Tom Houghton: Deep
Thu 16 Apr — An Evening with Toyah: Songs and Stories
Sat 18 – Sun 19 Apr — Scarborough Sci‑Fi
Sat 25 Apr — Auld Pals: An Evening with the Stars of Still Game
Thu 14 May — Phantoms of the Popera (Starring G4)
Sun 17 May — An Intimate Acoustic Evening with Wet Wet Wet
Sat 23 May — The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Sat 24 May — The Drifters
Sat 30 – Sun 31 May — Fortress Festival
Sat 6 Jun — Fastlove (George Michael Tribute)
Fri 12 Jun — The Comedy Store on Tour
Fri 19 Jun — Showaddywaddy
Sat 20 Jun — The Tumbling Paddies
Sat 4 Jul — Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story: The Platinum Years
Sat 11 Jul — Thank ABBA for the Music
Fri 24 Jul — Anything for Love: The Meat Loaf Story
Sun 30 Aug — Tony Skingle Returns as Elvis in Concert
Sat 5 Sep — Women in Rock
Fri 25 – Sun 27 Sep — Scarborough Jazz Festival
Thu 1 Oct — Stewart Lee vs The Man Wulf
Fri 16 Oct — The Comedy Store on Tour
Sat 17 – Sun 18 Oct — Northern Soul Weekender
Fri 13 Nov — The Comedy Store on Tour
Sat 28 Nov — Killer Queen
Sun 6 Dec — Level 42
And these are but a few there are many more.
For the ardent theatre goer, the renowned Stephen Joseph Theatre, home of the famous playwright Sir Alan Ayckbourn, provides a rich repertoire.
The summer will also be packed with a range of presented work, play readings, films, live streaming, workshops and more.
Please check out there website for more details.
Opened in 1829, The Rotunda’s unique circular building is one of the world’s first purpose-built museums.
The design of the building was suggested by William Smith, known as the father of English Geology.
The building is an exhibit in itself – the interior, with its stunning trompe I’oeil ceiling and fascinating gallery, featuring a frieze showing the geology of the local coastline designed by Smith’s nephew, John Phillips, is remarkable.
Scarborough Art Gallery was built in the late 1840s by the Uppleby family and has had a fascinating history. This Italianate villa is one of the finest buildings situated in Scarborough’s beautiful Crescent Gardens.
The gallery houses our permanent collection which has been built up over sixty years through gifts, bequests and purchases to reflect the eclectic mix of the community and the cultural heritage of Scarborough.
Yorkshire County Cricket Club home fixtures
Yorkshire vs
Warwickshire Friday 12 June 2026
Yorkshire vs Leicestershire Thursday 27 August 2026
Yorkshire vs Hampshire Tuesday
21 July 2026
Yorkshire vs Derbyshire Falcons Friday 7 August 2026
If you love adventure, it’s time to experience the biggest, the fastest, the wettest, the warmest, the cleanest, the waviest, the newest, the funniest, the most unlike any waterpark you’ve seen before waterpark.
Scarborough boasts some wonderful restaurants catering for all discerning tastes. We would personally recommend Lanterna Ristorante, Café Fish, Gianni’s Restaurant, Kam Sang, Antons Cafe Bar Grill, Scarborough Tandoori and Golden Grid all within walking distance. I should also mention the award winning Harbour Bar for the best ice creams.
Scarborough is ideally situated within close proximity to many places of interest and beauty. Whitby, Robin Hoods Bay, Filey, Castle Howard, Dalby Forest, Pickering, Helmsley and North York Moors National Park are all within easy access and with something unique to offer. For the railway buff there is The North Yorkshire Moors Railway.
Scarborough is host to a huge variety of concerts, festivals and conferences. I can only mention a few but please “follow” us on Twitter or “like” us on Facebook for the latest information as it becomes available for these events and many more.
