Animated Objects based in Scarborough, North Yorkshire specialise in large scale events, outdoor theatre, giant artworks and performances involving professional artists, schools and the wider community. Here you'll find details of our current work and productions, and how to get involved.
If you are a school; local authority; festival organiser; commissioning body or community organisation and are interested in working with us on future projects please visit our workshops and events pages to see what we do and contact us to discuss your ideas in more detail.
Every project is bespoke. We bring years of artistic excellence and professional event planning expertise to deliver exceptional experiences for both participants and audiences alike. If you don't see something you need, drop us a line - if we can't do it, we probably know somebody who can!
If you are a school; local authority; festival organiser; commissioning body or community organisation and are interested in working with us on future projects please visit our workshops and events pages to see what we do and contact us to discuss your ideas in more detail.
Every project is bespoke. We bring years of artistic excellence and professional event planning expertise to deliver exceptional experiences for both participants and audiences alike. If you don't see something you need, drop us a line - if we can't do it, we probably know somebody who can!
Did you know that in 2026 it will be 400 years since spa waters were first discovered in Scarborough, making it the first seaside spa town in England?
We're planning a number of events at the moment to celebrate this important anniversary - watch this space and follow us on socials @animatedobjects for updates and more information as new dates are added. Here's our programme so far:
May - June
Outreach activities and workshops. Follow us on social media @animatedobjects for updates on workshop dates and how you and your guests can get involved
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May 8th & 9th
Creative activities days at Scarborough Central Library and Information Centre (1.00 - 3.00 Friday/ 10-12.00 & 1.00 - 3.00 Saturday)
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May 24th 1.00 - 3.00
Historic Lantern Making at St. Mary's Church, suitable for participants aged 7 and above. Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Saturday June 27th
Large scale community sculpture on display as part of Scarborough Armed Forces Day
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July 18th - 19th
A celebration of Scarborough’s 400 years as a seaside spa town - in the Ocean Room at the spa from 10.30 4.00. Featuring free family activities; a life sized recreation of the original spa pump room; a community village of stalls from local charities and organisations and lots more!
Free admission!
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Summer Exhibition of community sculptures (exact dates TBC)
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October 23rd - 24th
Moonlight on the Lake at Peasholm Park
This popular event featuring hundreds of beautiful hand made lanterns and illuminations is returning for 2026. Tickets will go on sale from mid July. Follow us on social media for details!
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October 27th - Nov 28th
Scarborough 400 years at Peasholm Park
There will be a number of specially designed sculptural lanterns displayed on the island for visitors to enjoy. NB - the island will not be open to the public - these are designed to be viewed from the pathways in the park
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November 27th
Animated Objects brings you the 10th edition of our annual community lantern parade as part of the Scarborough Sparkle weekend. One of the main themes for 2026 is ‘Scarborough - the next 400 Years’
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Winter Retrospective Exhibition ' Scarborough 400 Years'
Dates and venue TBC
Outreach activities and workshops. Follow us on social media @animatedobjects for updates on workshop dates and how you and your guests can get involved
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May 8th & 9th
Creative activities days at Scarborough Central Library and Information Centre (1.00 - 3.00 Friday/ 10-12.00 & 1.00 - 3.00 Saturday)
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May 24th 1.00 - 3.00
Historic Lantern Making at St. Mary's Church, suitable for participants aged 7 and above. Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Saturday June 27th
Large scale community sculpture on display as part of Scarborough Armed Forces Day
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July 18th - 19th
A celebration of Scarborough’s 400 years as a seaside spa town - in the Ocean Room at the spa from 10.30 4.00. Featuring free family activities; a life sized recreation of the original spa pump room; a community village of stalls from local charities and organisations and lots more!
Free admission!
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Summer Exhibition of community sculptures (exact dates TBC)
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October 23rd - 24th
Moonlight on the Lake at Peasholm Park
This popular event featuring hundreds of beautiful hand made lanterns and illuminations is returning for 2026. Tickets will go on sale from mid July. Follow us on social media for details!
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October 27th - Nov 28th
Scarborough 400 years at Peasholm Park
There will be a number of specially designed sculptural lanterns displayed on the island for visitors to enjoy. NB - the island will not be open to the public - these are designed to be viewed from the pathways in the park
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November 27th
Animated Objects brings you the 10th edition of our annual community lantern parade as part of the Scarborough Sparkle weekend. One of the main themes for 2026 is ‘Scarborough - the next 400 Years’
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Winter Retrospective Exhibition ' Scarborough 400 Years'
Dates and venue TBC
NEWS -
We're thrilled to be running a new programme of skills sessions and work experience opportunities for young people aged 16-22 in the Scarborough area who are interested in theatre, backstage and events work. This year's course is now full, but we hope to begin the process of fundraising to continue this work and offer opportunities to a new group of young people in 2027.
We're thrilled to be running a new programme of skills sessions and work experience opportunities for young people aged 16-22 in the Scarborough area who are interested in theatre, backstage and events work. This year's course is now full, but we hope to begin the process of fundraising to continue this work and offer opportunities to a new group of young people in 2027.
Stay in touch via social media: follow us @animatedobjects
It was great to work with the wonderful @animatedobjects again this year. Thank you for all your hard work and expertise.
Whitby Town Council
