Whitby Folk Week

Longstanding and traditional, Whitby Folk Week has been enjoyed in the seaside town for many years and brings together many folk styles of music, dance and celebration from across the British Isles.

The festival now involves over 600 events which include everything from live concerts and gigs to workshops, singarounds, dances, street entertainment and a growing range of fringe events.

This year’s Whitby Folk Week is running from 20th until the 26th of August with the lineup shortly to be announced.

The festival takes over many venues across Whitby and brings in the whole community for the week.