Is Whitby Goth weekend going ahead 2021?

April’s is scheduled to take place from April 22 to 24 and October’s is scheduled to take place from October 28 to 30. The coronavirus pandemic forced the cancellation of the popular festival in 2020 but it made a return in October 2021 to the delight of many.

What happens at Whitby Goth weekend?

Summary. Whitby Goth Weekend is an alternative music festival held in Whitby. The event consists of two nights of live bands, and three days (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) of alternative trade stalls at the Whitby Leisure Centre, and Whitby Brunswick Centre.

Why is Whitby famous for Goths?

Whitby was traditionally seen as welcoming to goths because of its links to Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula, which was inspired by the abbey there.

Is Whitby Goth Weekend free?

Admission to all Trading Areas of the Official Bizarre Bazaar Alternative Market is free of charge, and they are open between 10am-5pm Fri/Sat and 10am-4pm Sun.

What do goths do in Whitby?

With the atmospheric ruins of its clifftop abbey and its links to Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Whitby has always had an association with the dark and the eerie. Since 1994, goths have gathered in the town every October to mark Halloween by dressing in evocative costumes and listening to their favourite bands play live sets.

Where is the Goth Festival?

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Where can I park at Whitby Goth Weekend?

Where can I park in Whitby? Pay and Display car parks can be found throughout town, and there is also a Park & Ride facility located on the western outsirts of the town. Opening hours and more information for the Park & Ride can be found here.

How did Whitby Goth Weekend start?

Wanting to pay tribute to Whitby’s gothic roots, Jo Hampshire founded an event in 1994. Like many world-famous gatherings, it started as a small social meet-up in a pub. Just three years later, it became a renowned bi-annual festival, featuring: Live music.