Have fun discovering Scarborough with two self-guided, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Buy in booklet or instant download format. Are you curious about Scarborough? Looking for an unusual and quirky activity which gets you out in the fresh air whatever the weather? Take one of our self-guided walks with a treasure hunt theme – looping around the better-known sights, as well as some of the more unusual and quirky ones, which combined make Scarborough a great place to explore! You’ll get everything – detailed directions, maps, clues (with answers in the back!), and interesting snippets about the history of Scarborough and the people that have shaped it. Buy in booklet or instant download format (to use on your mobile device or to print at home) and explore in your own time. One booklet is enough for four people of all ages to enjoy. Enter code List20 at checkout for a 20% discount on all purchases from Curious About. Other local Curious About walks include: Whitby, Harrogate, Leeds, York and Hull.

Scarborough Extreme is a showcase of activities that will push you to your limits! From Saturday 12 – Monday 14 July 2025, unleash your inner adventurer and discover a wide range of exciting activities at various locations across Scarborough and the surrounding area. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, adrenaline junkie, or just someone looking to step out of your comfort zone, Scarborough Extreme has something for everyone. Featuring surfing, skateboarding, cycling, music, workshops and much more! The showcase day schedule below is from 2024, but gives you a taste of what to expect in 2025.

Scarborough Art is an exciting event taking place between Saturday 5 July and Sunday 3 August 2025 at various venues across Scarborough town centre and beyond. It is an opportunity to visit different places and spaces around the area and discover work from across the creative community. Artwork of a wide range of media will be showcased from paintings and sculpture to photography and printmaking. This event is perfect for art lovers of all ages to enjoy a day filled with creativity and inspiration. Come and celebrate the rich artistic heritage of Scarborough and find the hidden gems waiting to be uncovered. As well as exhibitions, several artists and makers across the town will be hosting workshops for visitors to take part in and create art of their own.

Scarborough Fringe will feature theatre, music, comedy, spoken word, children’s shows, and a variety of other events and performances. Running between Friday 13 June and Sunday 22 June 2025, it is just the second Fringe to ever take place in Scarborough. Some events will be free, and others will be ticketed. They could take place in traditional arts venues or more unconventional settings such as pubs, hotels, the indoor market or even the Central Tramway. The Fringe will take over Scarborough for 10 days and will have something for everyone – from residents and families to students and tourists alike. With a diverse range of performances, exhibitions, and events, you are sure to find something to enjoy. Don’t miss out on this vibrant and dynamic celebration of the arts that will leave you inspired, entertained, and uplifted. Whether you’re a seasoned culture lover or a curious newcomer, this festival promises an unforgettable experience that will stay with you long after the final curtain falls. The information below features the shows that took place in 2024, but give you an idea of what to expect in 2025. Find out how to take part in Scarborough Fringe

The second edition of Scarborough Lights took place between 15 November and 22 December 2024, with a variety of free and affordable light shows, installations and community activities throughout Scarborough.