FESTIVAL OF THE SEA 20 JUNE 2026 -GRIMSBY- FIND OUT MORE

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We're back! Now in its sixth year, this free, family-friendly festival celebrates the town’s proud maritime heritage and world-leading seafood industry, with a vibrant programme of entertainment, activities and food experiences.

Festival of the Sea was Highly Commended at the 2025 Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland Tourism Excellence Awards as "Festival of the Year".

As part of last year’s Festival of the Sea, our community joined forces with local artists RED SAIL, to craft a community poem. Read the finished piece below and explore the photos that captured this special moment.

READ THE RED SAIL LEGACY POEM

TRADERS APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

Be part of this year’s Festival of the Sea in Grimsby Town Centre. Trader applications are now open, and we’re looking for exceptional street food vendors – particularly those championing seafood that reflects Grimsby’s rich coastal heritage – alongside drinks vendors, artisan makers, craft stalls, charities and info stands.

Applications close on 27th March 2026. Don’t miss your chance to trade at one of the region’s most exciting waterfront celebrations!

APPLY NOW - FOOD & DRINKS APPLICATIONAPPLY NOW - MARKETS, CHARITY & INFO APPLICATION

What’s On

Check out our 2025 programme!

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Take a look at previous years' work, theatre and performances

Previous Events

Take a look at previous years' work, theatre and performances

Produced by Swans Events on behalf of North East Lincolnshire Council, this project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus

This event is sponsored by Orsted.