
What’s on in Yorkshire 2024
Rich in Roman and Viking history, and never short of a cobbled street or miles of hilly countryside, there’s an incredible amount to explore in Yorkshire. It’s so great a region that it is in fact split into four separate counties. Which means there’s always plenty to do, whenever you visit!
We have four parks for holidaymakers here, all nestled on the coastline close to Scarborough, Filey and Bridlington. Read on for a taste of the events you could catch when you visit Blue Dolphin, Primrose Valley, Reighton Sands, or Thornwick Bay in 2024.
Year-round

Not sure when to head to Yorkshire? Here are some events that happen all-year round
Scarborough Walking Tours
When: various regular tours
Where: Scarborough Town Centre
There’s plenty to see and explore in the seaside town of Scarborough – so why not take a guided tour? Organised by Visit Scarborough, these walking tours take in South Bay and the Esplanade, the old town and the modern town centre – with the option to make the tour longer if you want to see even more.
Sewerby parkrun
When: Every Saturday at 9am
Where: Sewerby Hall, Sewerby
Everyone is welcome at the Sewerby parkrun. This inclusive event is suitable for everyone, regardless of how fast you are. Buggies and dogs are also welcome! The 5k event happens on a weekly basis and is FREE to enter. Just head to parkrun UK’s website to register and get your barcode for the event.
March
Scarborough Punk Festival
When: 30-31 March
Where: The Spa, Scarborough
Get ready for a punk takeover thanks to the annual Scarborough Punk Festival that returns to the heart of the town in 2024. With 18 bands and a music market to entertain you – including a performance from Buzzcocks – it's one you won’t want to miss.
April

Sci-Fi Scarborough 2024
When: April 20-21
Where: The Spa, Scarborough
This annual event has something for enthusiasts of every age, with kid and adult tickets available. Marketing itself as an ‘unconventional convention’, you can expect to see everything to satisfy your inner geek, from comic books (and their writers) to retro gaming, replicas and miniatures, and even a party on the Saturday night. All of this takes place in an iconic venue that takes pride of place on Scarborough’s seafront.
May

Race The Waves and The Great Bridlington Steampunk Weekend
When: 11-12 May
Where: Bridlington South Beach and The Royal Hall Bridlington
There’s a family-friendly festival with entertainment, and workshops indoors, while outside at the beach you can watch vintage cars and motorbikes race along the beach at Bridlington in this unique, free event that’s attended by thousands each year.

Bridlington Kite Festival
When: 18-19 May
Where: Sewerby Fields, Bridlington
Kites of all shapes and sizes will be flying high by the East Yorkshire coast in this wonderful annual events. With inflatable kites, professional demonstrations, and the chance to have a go yourself, there’s even fairground rides and children’s entertainment. It’s an action-packed, free event that draws in the crowds each year.
June

Bridlington Northern Soul Weekender
When: 28-30 June
Where: Bridlington Spa
Filling six rooms with soul is the agenda for this music event. With everything from classic soul to modern floor-fillers, “Bridsoul” is a highly popular event that runs year after year.
July
Whitby Soul Weekender
When: 5-7 July
Where: The Pavilion, Whitby
This soul event has been a staple of Whitby’s music scene since 2002, with a line-up spanning daytime and nighttime across three days. Grab our tickets if you like the sound of Northern Soul, Motown, Modern Soul and a handful of resident DJs.

The Viva Las Vegas Elvis Weekender
When: July 19-21
Where: Bridlington Spa
Elvis is in the building! 12 top Elvis tribute acts will go head to head in a battle to be named Vegas King and bag themselves a trip to sin city itself. And you can come along to enjoy the performances, and the hospitality.
August

Damian Hirst @ Yorkshire Sculpture Park
When: until 1 September
Where: Yorkshire Sculpture Park, West Bretton
Four major sculptures by Damien Hirst are available to admire at Yorkshire Sculpture Park, including Charity, The Hat Makes the Man, The Myth, and The Mother – which stands at an imposing 10 metres tall. The park itself spans 500 acres, with several pieces of artwork ready to explore in the open air.
September
The Mersey Beatles
When: 14 September
Where: Scarborough Spa Grand Hall
One of the best Beatles tribute bands around, the Mersey Beatles are Liverpool born and bred, and are taking to the stage in Scarborough for one night only.