Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival

The Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival is the largest free nautical music and song festival in Europe. Set in Falmouth, a port with a long history as a first safe port of call for deepwater sailing ships, the festival draws on the tradition of sailors filling the town’s waterside alehouses with their songs. Over eighty groups from across the UK, Europe and further afield perform classic and contemporary shanties in many town and quayside locations.

The festival is committed to a sustainable approach, including a reusable cup scheme, enhanced recycling points, and designated sponsorship for sustainability.

The Falmouth Classics Regatta, held in the waters around Falmouth each year since 1987, takes place in mid-June to coincide with the festival, bringing classic boats and sea shanties together.