Get ready for one of Cornwall’s most spectacular celebrations! Falmouth Week returns Friday 8 – Sunday 17 August, bringing together nearly two centuries of maritime tradition with ten days of unforgettable activities for sailors and landlubbers alike.
Whether you’re drawn by the competitive sailing, family-friendly festivities, or the chance to explore our beautiful coastal town, there’s something magical waiting for everyone.
Since 1837, what began as a local sailing regatta has blossomed into one of the South West’s premier sailing competitions. The excitement kicks off with the vibrant Falmouth Carnival, setting the tone for ten days of celebration. Families can enjoy eclectic markets, creative workshops and soak up music from talented local musicians. As the sun sets, Southwest Bars and Events takes over with a full programme of evening entertainment, the evenings promise to be just as memorable as the days.
Don’t miss the spectacular highlights planned throughout the week: the whimsical Pink Wig Mermaid March, the amazing Red Arrows Air Display, and the grand Fireworks Spectacular that will light up Falmouth’s historic harbour.
Museum on the Moor Saturday 9 & Sunday 10 Aug
We’re taking the museum outside! Visit our pop-up Museum on The Moor on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 August, where you can get up close and hands-on with our fascinating Viking handling collection. It’s a perfect opportunity to discover maritime history while enjoying some of the Falmouth Week atmosphere.
While you’re exploring Falmouth during this special week, make sure to visit the National Maritime Museum Cornwall for our full programme of summer holiday activities.
Wipeout
An aerial adventure created by two of Cornwall’s leading performance companies. Every day this summer at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm, we’re presenting our surf-inspired show – Wipeout included with your Museum admission and perfect for visitors of all ages.
Wipeout Image: Hugh Hastings
Drop-in Craft Activities
Our daily Make & Take Home craft activities run from 12:30-3:15pm, giving families the chance to create something fun as a memento of their visit!
Celebrating 100 Years of Surfing
This summer, we’re proud to present SURF!, our major exhibition celebrating a century of waveriding in Cornwall. Discover how surfing culture has shaped our coastal communities and influenced generations of Cornish life. Alongside this, our community exhibition Surfing Memories invites visitors to share their own surf and surf holiday memories of Cornwall, creating a living archive of personal connections to our coastline.
A Special VJ Day Commemoration
On 15 August, we’re opening our boatbuilding workshop to commemorate VJ Day. This special access gives visitors a rare opportunity to step inside the workshop to take a closer look at the remarkable WW2 SN2 replica boat currently under construction. It’s a moving tribute to maritime history and it’s thanks to the generous support of a ‘Victory 80’ award, our WW2 S.N.2 Special Operations Executive (SOE) replica boat build project can uncover more about the role these boats played during the war. The award was funded by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport and awarded by Museum Development South West with thanks to support from Arts Council England.
Falmouth Week offers the perfect opportunity to experience everything our vibrant town and museum have to offer. Whether you’re here for the sailing, the celebrations, or simply to soak up the unique atmosphere of this historic maritime community, we can’t wait to welcome you.
For the complete Falmouth Week programme and up-to-date information about all town events, visit the official Falmouth Week website. And while you’re exploring everything Falmouth has to offer, we’d love to see you at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall, where the stories of our maritime past come alive and inspire the ocean adventurers of tomorrow.
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Museum Cornwall Trust
Discovery Quay
Falmouth Cornwall
TR11 3QY
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