Your guide to 2026 key events in and around Whitby area

By Duncan Atkins

Published 6th Jan 2026, 11:39 BST

Updated 15th Jan 2026, 09:47 BST

The Whitby area plays host to some of the most popular events on the Yorkshire coast – and we have rounded up the dates of the key events you can look forward to.

From the town’s three-day carnival atmosphere of Whitby Regatta to the Goth Weekends and summer agricultural shows, there is plenty of fun to be had.

Staithes Art Festival is on from September 12-13. Photo: Richard Ponter

Whitby Krampus Run is lined up for December 4 to 6, 2026. photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe

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