From the iconic Krampus Run in Whitby, to the stunning Sewerby Winter Woodland and glowing Scarborough Lights, there are a number of magical and exciting events across the coast this holiday season.
Here are 29 fun-filled festivities to enjoy this December!
25. What's on in December
The Wizard of Oz will be performed at Scarborough Spa on December 20 and 21. Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum's beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film including: “Over the Rainbow”, “If I Only Had A Brain” and “We’re Off To See The Wizard”. For an extra special time in the run up, why not complete our trail around Scarborough to collect all the stamps on our flyer map, bring your completed collection to the theatre on the day you watch the show and receive a special gift. Photo: Scarborough Spa
26. What's on in December
The Boxing Day Fisherman vs Firemen Football Match & Raft Race will take place in Scarborough on December 26. These traditional annual sporting events are both in aid of the Fisherman and Firemen Charity fund. Each year crowds gather on Scarborough’s South Bay beach to witness the Fishermen versus the Firemen football match followed by the hilarious fancy dress ‘crazy’ raft race from the harbour quayside. FOOTBALL MATCH - Teams meet next to the Lloyds TSB on Newborough from 10am with tunes from The Comic Band, then walk down to south bay beach for kick off by The Mayor at 10.30am. RAFT RACE - Follows football match at 12.30pm. Photo: Richard Ponter
27. What's on in December
The Whitby Boxing Day Dip will take place on December 26. Are you crazy or brave enough to run into the North Sea on Boxing Day for charity? This year will also be the club’s 50th Boxing Day Dip, the club plans to celebrate this milestone and the £100,000’s that the dippers have raised for local and national charities over the last fifty years. Photo: Ceri Oakes
28. What's on in December
The NYE Hospice Hootenanny will take place on December 31 at Scarborough Spa. The Cloughton Rat Pack are back at the Spa Grand Hall for their biggest ever show - The NYE Hospice Hootenanny! Join us for a very special night with their fabulous big band as we bring in the new year with glitz, glamour and no doubt a few surprises! As ever, all proceeds will be going to Saint Catherine's Hospice, so help us top off their 40th anniversary celebrations in style. Photo: Scarborough Spa