The latest news from the city.

Scarborough Lights returns from 12 November to 20 December with 28 events, including the Castle and Peasholm Park illuminations, three town centre light routes, Astro Dog stargazing and a one-night circus takeover of Falsgrave Park on 20 December.

Bridlington Spa has announced Let's Rock the 70s for Friday 12 February 2027 at 19:30, a tribute show covering Queen, Fleetwood Mac, The Who, AC/DC, Elton John, Pink Floyd, David Bowie, T-Rex, ABBA and Hot Chocolate. Tickets are available via the box office and online.

The autumn Whitby Goth Weekend runs from 30 October to 1 November 2026. This guide covers the Bizarre Bazaar market, the live music at the Whitby Pavilion and the photogenic spots around the abbey and harbour.

Record Revivals is a record shop on Northway in Scarborough, open since 1982 and spread over two floors. It sells new and pre-loved vinyl, CDs, singles and gifts across a wide range of genres. Customers praise the selection, the reasonable prices and the condition of the LPs.

Kings of Leon play Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Sunday 27 June 2027 at 18:00. Live Nation presale opens 29 October, general sale 30 October, with a special presale for pre-ordering the new album 'O My Beloved'. Age restrictions apply.

Scarborough's Winter Fringe and Winter Art festivals return for a second year, both starting on 29 October. The Fringe runs until 1 November with theatre, comedy and spoken word, while the Art festival continues until 29 November with workshops and exhibitions.