About Seafest………..
Seafest is an annual festival which takes place in and around the harbour area of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. One of Britain’s premier seaside resorts .
The festival celebrates Scarborough and the Yorkshire Coasts proud connections to fishing, the sea and maritime heritage.
Since its beginnings in 2000 the event has stage one of the biggest gatherings of sea balladeers, shantymen, folk musicians and singers in the UK.
The festival promotes local musicians alongside those with international acclaim. So far, our programme has included the cream of the folk, roots, sea music and the shanty world .We have also enjoyed music from other nations including Senegal, Sicily, Canada, Eire, Luxembourg, Germany, Holland, France and the USA.
The festival is based around Scarboroughs West Pier where you will find a maritime themed exhibition, various stall holders, The Cropton Brewery Real Ale Bar and Childrens Entertainment. Toward the end of West Pier you will find our festival main stage/marquee.
In addition there is our well known ‘Sea Fish Cookery’ marquee where visiting chefs demonstrate the art of sea - food preparation throughout the weekend.
The sound of shanties and folk music can also be heard in the unique atmosphere of Scarboroughs Ale Houses. They include The Merchant, The Leeds Arms,Anchorage Club, Lancaster Inn , Sub Aqua Club and The Leeds Hotel. Other activities can be found in The Sea Cadets Hall.
General admission to the exhibitors, refreshments and bar are free.
Admission to the concerts on West Pier and Sea
Cadets Hall are by ticket. These can be purchased online - see our
Tickets link.
SEAFEST is a unique festival with the sea at its heart.