> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://scarboroughinsider.co.uk/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 🎸 Big Names, Haunted Trails and Sizzling BBQs – This Weekend’s Full of Surprises - URL: https://scarboroughinsider.co.uk/scarborough-events-live-music-local-news-the-scarborough-rundown-may-22-2025/ - Published: 2025-05-22T05:00:00.000Z - Updated: 2026-09-10T00:35:38.000Z - Description: 🌟 The Scarborough Rundown - Events, Activities, Live Music & Good News! 😊 - Author: Sue - Tags: #beehiiv, Newsletters **In partnership with** ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/07/f207146b-9285-4e58-86db-8cc479fe2978/content/images/2026/09/beehiv_dark_logo-2.png) **Hey Scarborough! Here's What’s Happening This Week!** This week’s got a bit of everything – big stars, spooky stories and smoky food galore. [Scarborough’s Open Air Theatre](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/scarborough-open-air-theatre-guide/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) is buzzing with huge names this summer, including a surprise appearance from Will Smith that’s making waves across Yorkshire. Meanwhile, Malton is going full foodie with its [iconic festival,](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/explore-malton-food-festival/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) packed with street food, craft beer and a new BBQ zone. And if you’re feeling brave, [local ghost walks](https://viator.tp.st/FBwbYOq8?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) are leading curious souls through tales of murder, hauntings and historic chills. Ready to make plans? Check out what’s on below! 🎈 **Happy Birthday, Tracey Fendt!** 🎈 Wishing you a brilliant birthday week 🎉 **🍽️** [Fresh, Easy Meals Delivered - HelloFresh UK.](https://fxo.co/Ixkr?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) Enjoy chef-curated recipes and pre-portioned ingredients for stress-free cooking at home. 🍴 ## 📍 Scarborough in Brief - Community Updates 📰 🎤 **Filey Hotel, Where The Beatles Stayed, is to Become Flats** A former seaside hotel that hosted The Beatles gets the green light for 22 apartments, despite local uproar. [Story here](https://www.thescarboroughnews.co.uk/news/politics/council/former-filey-hotel-that-hosted-the-beatles-can-be-turned-into-22-apartments-despite-objections-5138490?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) 🎪 **Malton Food Festival: Worth the Trip** Just a short hop from Scarborough, the [Malton Food Festival](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/explore-malton-food-festival/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) (24th–26th May) serves up street food, music and smoky BBQ fun. 🍰 **Royal Hotel Offers Afternoon Tea with a Sparkle** Scarborough's Royal Hotel is serving up dainty sandwiches, mini cakes and bubbly - if you want Champagne with your scone, book now. [More](https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story%5Ffbid=1300201488772440&id=100063478034442&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=JyraDnTenUMzLCCZ#) 🎤 **Will Smith and 36 Other Stars Coming to Scarborough** The Open Air Theatre's epic 2025 lineup includes The Corrs, Texas, and Will Smith in what could be the resort’s biggest summer yet. [More](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/scarborough-open-air-theatre-guide/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) 🌴 **From Butlin’s to Boules Courts - Filey’s Glow-Up** The seaside town once packed with cabaret and arcades is now a luxury holiday haven known as the ‘Hamptons of Yorkshire’. [More](https://www.plymouthherald.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/once-famous-uk-holiday-destination-10197382?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) 🎷 **Scarborough Jazz Swings into a New Home Tonight** After 18 years, Scarborough Jazz makes its debut at The Spa pub - expect smooth vibes, strong pints and laid-back legends. [Read on](https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story%5Ffbid=122146596038605649&id=61568169474258&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=J4P66jujdz9kgaS5#) 🎣 **Whitby’s Fish and Ships Festival Makes a Splash** Thousands turned out for live music, fish-craft demos, and an Olympic-style competition in a weekend packed with maritime charm. [See details](https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/news/2025/festival-celebrating-whitbys-fishing-heritage-hailed-success?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) 👻 **Ghost Walk Tickets Vanishing Fast in Scarborough** The spooky stories of Scarborough’s haunted past are drawing crowds-grab your ghost walk ticket before they disappear! 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[Read on](https://www.gbnews.com/politics/uk-eu-fisheries-deal-north-yorkshire-fishermen-slam-new-eu-fishing-deal?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) 🎸 **Level 42 Announce Scarborough Spa Gig** The 80s legends are bringing their "World Machine" anniversary tour to town for a one-night-only concert in 2026\. [Full story](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/level-42-to-play-scarborough-spa/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) ⛽ **Gas Drill Row Heats Up in Burniston** Scarborough's MP tours the proposed drill site and vows to fight against turning the NY Moors into a mini fracking zone. [Read more](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/scarborough-mp-visits-proposed-burniston-gas-drill-site/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) 🚍 **School Travel Shakeup Stays in Place for North Yorkshire** Calls to reverse a controversial change to school transport rules were rejected, with leaders saying the policy is here to stay. [Full story](https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/news/2025/home-school-travel-changes-remain-north-yorkshire?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) 🎭 **Star-Studded Cast Revealed for Scarborough Theatre’s 70th Bash** TV names and local legends return to perform Ayckbourn classics and celebrate decades of theatrical magic at the SJT. [More](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/scarboroughs-stephen-joseph-theatre-cast-announced-for-70th-birthday-celebrations/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) 🏨 **Whitby’s Langley Hotel to Become 12 Holiday Flats** A luxury hotel near the sea will now host tourists in stylish suites - but locals aren’t thrilled with the parking situation. [Story here](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/five-star-whitby-hotel-to-become-holiday-flats/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) 🚲 **Big Boost Planned for Whitby’s Walking and Cycling Network** New paths could transform how Whitby gets around - if funding comes through, expect safer and greener travel on two feet or wheels. [Read more](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/whitby-cycling-and-walking-improvement-plan-set-for-approval/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) #### Readers' Choice: Most Visited Links from the Last Issue - 🍦[ Readers reveal their top 17 ice cream spots on the coast](https://www.thescarboroughnews.co.uk/news/people/in-pictures-17-of-the-top-places-for-ice-cream-in-scarborough-whitby-and-bridlington-as-chosen-by-you-5129154??ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) - [🛍️ Next to close Scarborough town centre shop, expand Seamer Road](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/scarborough-town-centre-next-store-to-close-as-seamer-road-expansion-approved/??ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) - 🦙[ Take a walk with alpacas at Humble Bee Farm](https://www.thescarboroughnews.co.uk/news/people/in-pictures-adorable-alpacas-await-at-humble-bee-farm-near-scarborough-5129219??ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) **💻** [Feeling Lost in Tech Talk? 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Know what matters - fast.⚡ ## 🎟️ Events, Activities & Live Music 🎾 We keep it short here - head to [the events page](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/whats-on-scarborough-events-live-music-things-to-do/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) for full descriptions and links. ### Fri, 23rd May 07:30 ☕ Whitby Business Networking - Whitby Golf Club, Whitby 09:00 🚭 Smokefree 2025? - Stop Smoking Support - The Rainbow Centre, Scarborough 09:00 🎳 Bowls' Big Weekend - Village Hall, Burniston & Cloughton 10:00 💃 LoveFit Lite Dance - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough 10:00 🚣 Get Pedalling at Peasholm Park - Peasholm Park, Scarborough 12:30 🎶 Live Music: Afternoon Vibes at Eighteen91 - Eighteen91, Whitby 18:00 🎱 FRIDAY FLYER Pool Tournament - Rack n Roll Sports Bar, Scarborough 18:00 👢 Beginners' Line Dancing - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough 19:00 🥣 Bob's Juniors: Kids Bowling - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough 19:00 🎶 Live Music: Nicola Mills in Concert - Union Street, Filey 19:00 🛼 Our Friday Night Social Skate - Scarborough Y.M.C.A., Scarborough 19:30 🎤 Theatre: The Rod Stewart Songbook - Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough 19:30 🎭 Theatre: The Soul in the Machine - St. Thomas Street, Scarborough 19:30 🎸 Live Music: Killer Queen - Scarborough Spa, Scarborough 20:30 🎤 Open Mic Night - The Crescent Lounge, Scarborough 21:00 🎷 Live Ska Punk Music: Imps Filey - The Imperial, Filey 22:00 🎸 Live Music: Steel Blue - The George Hotel, Whitby 22:30 🎤 Live Music from Dan Furness - 26 Main Street, Gristhorpe, Filey ### Sat, 24th May 09:30 🎨 Dippy Craft Fair - Northern Lights Suite, Whitby Pavilion 10:00 ⛵ Yacht Race: Yorkshire Cup 2025 - The Lighthouse, Vincent Pier, Scarborough 10:00 📷 Photography at Wykeham Lakes - Scarboro’ Camera Club, N. 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Water Park 10:00 💐 Flower Festival - ‘A Symphony of Songs’ - Union Street, Filey 10:00 💍 Wedding Open Day - Folkton Manor, Scarborough 11:00 🎉 Bank Holiday Fun Day - The Foulsyke, Scarborough 11:00 🕹️ Pokemon VGC Cup/Challenge - Spike's Hideout, Scarborough 11:30 🌿 Medicinal Herb Walk - Scarborough Northbay 12:00 🎉 May Bank Holiday Family Funday - The Ship, Scarborough 13:00 🐉 Games: Tarkir: Dragonstorm Store Championship - Spike's Hideout, Scarborough 15:00 🎤 Rachael Sage Live Music - Mojo's Music Cafe, Scarborough 18:30 🎶 Live Music: Scarborough S6F Showcase - Scarborough Market Hall & Vaults 19:00 🎸 Live Music: Northern Lights Live - Whitby Brewery, Whitby 19:00 👻 [The Black Widow](https://viator.tp.st/FBwbYOq8?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) – Dark Tales around Scarborough - Starts at 23 Foreshore Rd, ends at Grand Hotel Scarborough 19:30 🎵 Live Music: Northern Live - Do I Love You - Scarborough Spa, Scarborough 19:30 🎶 Lindisfarne Live Music - Whitby Pavilion, Whitby 21:00 🎧 DJ Matty Blinkstar - Scarborough Flyer, Scarborough 21:00 🎤 Stereo Jacks Live Music - Corporation Club, Scarborough 21:00 🎸 Live Rock: The Wave - The Crescent Lounge, Scarborough 21:30 🎵 Kate Burnett Duo Live Music - Duke Of York, Whitby ### Sun, 25th May 09:30 🎨 Dippy Craft Fair - Whitby Pavilion, Whitby 10:00 🎯 Walk & Paintball: OP Earn Your Strips - 101 Prospect Mount, Scarborough 14:00 🍻 [Guided Historic Pub Tour](https://viator.tp.st/Y1gLK7yF?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) York - Starts at 7 Stonegate, ends at The Kings Arms Pub, York 15:00 🎷 The Farrier May Bank Holiday Sunday Party - The Farrier, Cayton 19:00 🎶 Hymns: Wesley Big Sing - Union Street, Filey 19:30 🎵 Folk Club Night at Big Ideas by the Sea - St Mary's Church, Scarborough 21:00 🎤 NikNaks Karaoke - 2 Castle Road, Scarborough ### Future Events 🎉 Want to see what’s coming up? 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