North Yorkshire Council’s Scarborough Sparkle 2024 is a magical FREE Christmas festival at Scarborough Open Air Theatre, running from November 29th to December 1st 2024. The event kicks off with an illuminated lantern parade on Friday at 5:30pm which creates a magical atmosphere as it winds through Peasholm Park before Sparkle is officially opened at 6pm.
At the Open Air Theatre visitors can explore over 50 stalls offering crafts, gifts, and festive treats, perfect for early Christmas shopping. Food and drink stalls will provide seasonal delights and the tipi bar offers a cozy spot to relax.
There’s a stage hosted by This is the Coast Radio featuring performances from local choirs and musicians, a snow machine, Christmas tree, Santa sleigh, and appearances by some familiar characters – the Grinch, Elsa, Anna, and Olaf. The popular Back Chat Brass Band will entertain visitors on Saturday. And there’ll be appearances by some amazing interactive animated performers, including the stunning illuminated ghost caribou on the Saturday with the delightful snow lion appearing on Sunday afternoon.
Rides and attractions from event sponsors O’Brien’s Fun Fairs include a giant Ferris wheel, teacups ride, bungee trampolines, ghost train, fun house, inflatable slide, swings, and hook a duck.
A free bus service will operate on Saturday and Sunday. Scarborough Sparkle is free to attend.
