Welcome to our What’s on Whitby guide.
What’s on Whitby – your port of call for information about what’s happening in our little town!
Below you will find details of upcoming events here at Hetty & Betty and across the town. From the live music, to weekend festivals, there really is something for everyone!
Don’t forget to keep up to date with everything going on on the town, form the large scale events, to local smaller events, in our Facebook group What’s On Whitby
February 2026
Whitby Steampunk Weekend
6th – 8th February
One of the largest Steampunk gatherings in the UK, this celebration of all things Steampunk returns. With wonderful costumes it’s a sight to behold!
Don’t forget to book on for a “Steam Tea” here at Hetty & Betty!
Valentine's Afternoon Tea at Hetty and Betty
14th – 15th February
Enjoy our traditional Afternoon Tea with a lovers twist!
Our delicious Afternoon Teas are served 11:30am-3pm. Simply contact us to book a table.
March 2026
Mother's Day Afternoon Tea at Hetty and Betty
14th – 15th March
Give her a day to remember in beautiful Whitby, and treat her to our Afternoon Tea.
Our delicious Afternoon Teas are served 11:30am-3pm. Simply contact us to book a table.
April 2026
Easter Afternoon Tea at Hetty and Betty
3rd – 5th April
Enjoy our traditional Afternoon Tea with a chocolate twist!
Our delicious Afternoon Teas are served 11:30am-3pm. Simply contact us to book a table.
May 2026
Whitby Goth Weekend
1st – 3rd May 2026
Whitby Goth Weekend returns in style. From goths to ghouls, this bi-annual internationally famous festival celebrates the alternative lifestyle, as only Whitby can.
Don’t forget to book for our Gothic Afternoon Tea!
Fish and Ships Festival
16th – 17th May 2026
Whitby’s Maritime heritage and food delights join forces for a weekend celebrating all things Whitby!
A perfect time to enjoy our Fish and Chips Afternoon Tea!
June 2026
Whitby 60s Festival
5th – 7th June
Get ready to twist and shout! The Whitby 60s festival is a whirl of fun and great music.
Don’t forget to book in for your Afternoon Tea here at Hetty & Betty!
July 2026
Whitby Steampunk Weekend
24th – 26th July
One of the largest Steampunk gatherings in the UK, this celebration of all things Steampunk returns. With wonderful costumes it’s a sight to behold!
Don’t forget to book on for a “Steam Tea” here at Hetty & Betty!
August 2026
Whitby Traction Engine Rally
31st July – 2nd August
A fabulous celebration of these incredible machines. Great fun for the whole family.
Don’t forget to book in for your afternoon tea at Hetty & Betty!
Whitby Regatta
8th – 10th August
A huge event in the Whitby diary! The regatta has been a true Whitby event for generations! In our Harbour room we have a Sutcliffe print showing the Victorians enjoying the boating fun!
It’s the perfect time to enjoy our Fish and Chips Afternoon Tea!
Whitby Folk Week
22nd – 28th August
Enjoy a week of Folk Music and more. And don’t forget to call in for an Afternoon Tea at Hetty & Betty.
October 2026
Whitby Goth Weekend
30th October – 1st November 2026
Whitby Goth Weekend returns in style. From goths to ghouls, this bi-annual internationally famous festival celebrates the alternative lifestyle, as only Whitby can.
Don’t forget to book for our Gothic Afternoon Tea!
November 2026
Whitby Lit Fest
19th – 22nd November 2026
Following the incredible success of its inaugural year in 2025, the Lit Fest is back!
Enjoy our Whitby Lit Fest Afternoon Tea here at Hetty & Betty.