Festival events are held at several locations throughout the town, enabling visitors to explore Whitby’s rich cultural history and charm. Over the course of the weekend, you’ll see hundreds of lavishly dressed individuals in an assortment of gothic styles, including Steampunk, Cybergoths, Victorian, Clowns, Tradgoths and more.
There are more than 100 stalls to peruse during your visit, showcasing an eclectic mix of clothing, jewellery, homeware accessories and more. The main traders market, which is affectionally referred to as the Bizarre Bazaar, is spread over three separate venues – The Spa Pavilion, Whitby Leisure Centre and the Whitby Brunswick Centre.
Admission to the Bizarre Bazaar Alternative Market is free, so locals and festival-goers are welcome to get involved! The Bizarre Bazaar is open between the hours of 10:00 am-17:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 10:00 am – 16:00 pm on Sunday (subject to change).
The line-up for the Whitby Goth Weekend changes from year to year, however, you can always expect a few well-known Gothic / rock bands to perform and a frightfully good time! There are two evenings of live music shows alongside a series of fringe events.
Check which artists will be included in the line up on The Whitby Goth Weekend’s website.
If you are planning to visit Whitby for The Whitby Goth Weekend, we recommend visiting some of Whitby’s other gothic offerings! Since Whitby was one of the inspirations for Bram Stoker’s Dracula, there are plenty of gothic and vampire-inspired attractions in the local area, such as the Dracula Experience, Whitby Abbey, and Dracula’s grave which is believed to be located in St Mary’s Churchyard.
If you’re a fan of historical buildings and Gothic architecture, we highly recommend visiting Whitby Abbey, which is a short walk away from Whitby Holiday Park! Whitby Abbey is an ancient Gothic cathedral, which is not only spectacularly beautiful itself, but also provides guests with a vantage point as it has excellent views over the local coastline.
Alternatively, the vampire enthusiasts amongst you may love The Dracula Experience! The Dracula Experience is a frightfully amusing show and museum, that features live actors as well as many weird and wonderful props! The theme of The Dracula Experience is based heavily around Dracula’s arrival to the UK via Whitby (as mentioned within Bram Stoker’s novel).
Whitby Holiday Park offers a range of accommodation options for those looking to attend The Steampunk Weekend. What’s more, our family-friendly holiday park is ideally located on the coast and is only a short drive away from Whitby town – providing guests with a relaxing retreat after a day of steampunk fun!
Book your stay with Whitby Holiday Park today to secure your accommodation.
The Whitby Goth Festival is held twice a year and attracts thousands of gothic individuals from across the globe. This 3 day long alternative festival celebrates the goth subculture through a series of displays, stalls, and live music events.
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