Upcoming events in and around Whitby
22 – 28 August 2026 – Whitby Folk Week
Annual festival celebrating British traditional song, dance, music and storytelling.
26 August 2026 – Egton Horse & Agricultural Show
A family day out full of animals, exhibits, trade stands, a fairground and so much more.
28 – 31 August 2026 – Whitby Pirate Festival
A swashbuckling weekend for all the family with entertainment, sea shanties, competitions and stalls.
18 – 20 September 2026 – Whitby 60’s Spectacular
A weekend of 60’s sounds at Whitby Pavilion. For more information visit their Facebook page.
23 – 25 October 2026 – Musicport Festival
A weekend filled with extraordinary music and workshops by musicians from all over the world.
24 October – 2 November 2026 – Illuminated Abbey
Dramatic after-dark illuminations and spooky goings-on at Whitby Abbey.
30 October – 1 November 2026 – Whitby Goth Weekend
Whitby’s second Goth Weekend of the year. A mix of alternative Music, Literature, Fashion and Art.
6 – 8 November 2026 – Whitby Ska and Mod Weekend
A musical weekend with 12 Live bands playing Ska and Mod music
6 – 8 November 2026 – Whitby Blues Festival
Enjoy a full weekend of Live Blues music.
19 – 22 November 2026 – Whitby Lit Fest
Whitby Literature Festival is a celebration of writing and authors, past and present, in many genres, including novels, short stories, plays and poetry.
5 December 2026 – Whitby Christmas Festival and Market
5 & 6 December 2026 – Whitby Krampus Run
