Ceilidhs & Dances

dancers and bands in Whitby Pavilion

Whitby Folk Week is proud to offer a wide variety of dance events during the festival week. Whether you’re into buzzing evening ceilidhs, interesting and engaging social dances, or energetic contra and Playford dancing, there’s something for everyone in the programme!

Dance workshops are another big part of the festival, with a choice of week-long workshop series and one-off workshops throughout the daytimes, with options both for experienced dancers and for people wanting to try out a new dance style.

There are also family ceilidhs especially for children and their adults, and the Themed Ceilidh is always a special highlight of the week.