WhitehavenWeekender
A brand-new two-day celebration of music, creativity and community — right on the harbourside. Joyful, inclusive, and made for everyone.
The countdown to the harbourside
Why we're here
One harbour, one weekend, for everyone
One harbour, one weekend, for everyone
Two days of music, creativity and community spilling across Whitehaven Harbourside. Free events, big moments, and space to simply be by the water.
Built together, by people who care
A partnership between the teams behind Harbour Fest and Pride by the Harbourside — years of experience making welcoming, community-led events.
Bold, joyful and proudly shared
The heart of the festival is open and welcoming. Come for an hour or stay all day — there'll be something to make your visit feel worthwhile.
What's
happening
Two days, two moods — one welcoming weekend by the water.
Harbour Fest 2026
A full day of live music, dance, creative performances and hands on activities, shaped by the spirit of Whitehaven.
See the programme
Pride by the Harbourside 2026
A colourful Pride parade followed by a huge musical celebration, headlined by the Vengaboys. Sunday's main zone is ticketed.
See the programmeMore than music
The harbourside, buzzing all weekend
Eat Street
Cumbria's much-loved street food traders and local producers, curated by Lakeland Life Events.
Community Stalls
Local organisations and creative showcases across the harbourside.
Interactive Experiences
Hands-on activities for all ages.
Space to just be
Plenty of room to relax, connect and enjoy being by the water.
A festival built together
Dates
Sat 29 – Sun 30 August 2026
Location
Whitehaven Harbourside
Tickets
Free events all weekend · Sunday arena from a £3.50 fee