Throughout the year there are lots of events and traditions that take place in St Ives, Penzance and Hayle.
This list is by no means comprehensive, and I will add to it as and when I can.
If you know of any events you think should be added here, please do send me a message.
February
St Ives Feast Day & Hurling The Silver Ball
Held on the 1st Monday in February, this is a real St Ives tradition.
March
St Piran's Day
Held each year on the 5th March, St Piran is the patron saint of Cornwall.
St Ives Kite Festival
This event is run by St Ives library and is held on The Island. Please check their facebook page for details nearer the time.
April
Good Friday Consols Pond Model Sailing Boat Event
Read more about Consols Pond >>
May
May Day In St Ives
May Day is St Ives is always held on the 1st Monday in May. It involves local school children being chosen and May Kings and Queens and them parading with the band through town. They dance round the maypole in the harbour.
The Ancient Tradition Of Choosing The St Ives Mayor
This is held in mid May and takes place outside The Guildhall.
June
Hayle Carnival
Hayle Carnival is on this year (2024) on the 22nd June, 6pm-9pm. This year the theme is Myths and Legends.
Mid Summer Bonfire
Come up to Carnstabba Hill in Halsetown on the 24th June at 8pm for bonfire, singing and pasties.
Golowan Festival
Golowan and Mazey Day are on the 29th and 30th of June this year (2024). There will be parade, street performers and the fair on Penzance prom.
July
St Ives Biatholon
The St Ives Biathlon is the flag-ship event for the club and one of the highest profile events for the town. Drawing competitors from all over the British Isles, and with international entries, St Ives Biathlon saw over 350 people take part last year.
I'm not sure what date it is being held this year (2024) but I will update this page when I hear more.
August
St Ives Lifeboat Day
This year (2024) St Ives Lifeboat Day is being held on Thursday 15th August 10am till 4pm. There will be lots of demonstrations, stalls and entertainment to raise money for the RNLI.
September
St Ives September Festival.
Fifteen days of music and arts by the sea in St Ives!
Music, poetry, street entertainment, films, Open Studios, exhibitions, workshops, demonstrations, walks, talks and so much more at various venues all over St Ives.
October
Halloween Trick or Treating in St Ives
On the 31st October the residential streets are full of young children trick or treating. It is a lovely, family event and lots of homes put on quite a display!
November
Bonfire Night On Porthminster Beach
Each year, usually on the weekend closest to 5th November, there is the most spectacular fireworks display on Porthminster Beach. Everyone is welcome, so bring your sparkers.
December
St Ives In December
St Ives puts on lots of events over Christmas. From santa arriving by RNLI to lantern parades, carol singing and window displays.
Montol, Penzance.
Held on the 21st December in Penzance, Montol is a firey spectacle of pagan delights!
St Ives Boxing Day Swim On Porthminster Beach.
Boxing Day morning, crowds flock to Porthminster Beach to all jump in the sea on the blow of a whistle. It's all for charity and it gets bigger and better every year!
New Years' Eve Party In St Ives Harbour.
Come to St Ives for the biggest and best fancy dress street party in the land.
