What's on

Even if you can’t sing, it is impossible to resist the shanty momentum as Cornishmen sing as sailors have done for so long. Thirsty work, singing. A pint in hand is considered obligatory.

St Ives rallies round to celebrate and raise money for the RNLI which is staffed by volunteers who save lives at sea. During the day, you get to see the lifeboat in action, feast on local food stalls and buy things related to the RNLI. If you miss the day, the RNLI boat is typically launched weekly (Thursday evening) for training exercises.

Participants (16+) run to Carbis Bay and then swim back all in aid of St Ives Surf Life Saving Club

This is big. Chefs come from all over the country to cook through three days of sensational food.

September Festival a two week long packed and varied programme of fascinating talks and exhibitions. In 2025, some kind historian explained the pilchard industry in the 19^th Century and how it was only when they were rebranded as sardines that they became popular. The Saltings was originally part of the pilchard industry.