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Falmouth Sea Shanty Festival Performances


Music is at the heart of Cornish culture, and we can’t wait to celebrate it in the summer of 2026 at one of the biggest maritime music concerts anywhere in Europe. Falmouth Sea Shanty festival is a must-see. Groups travel from far and wide, for an event that promises to fill the town with music and infuse Falmouth with a great community spirit.


The Working Boat pub is an official venue which means you can watch 18 fantastic acts sing the songs of the sea whilst you admire the harbour views . Alongside an array of food to fuel an exciting weekend, we’ll also be serving a range of Cornish ales, beers and other beverages. So get ready to sink a few pints and start toe-tapping to the shanties!


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Friday 12th

13:00  4Thought
14:30  Catch of the Day
16:00  Five men not called Matt
17:30  Kanu
19:00  The Oggymen
20:30  Les Souilles de fond de cale
22:00  Sheringham shantymen

Saturday 13th

13:00  Croche Dedans
14:30  Aggie Boys
16:00  The Molgoggers
17:30  Port of Bristol
19:00  Barretts Privateers
20:30  Portsmouth Shantymen
22:00  Pirates of St Piran

Sunday 14th

12:00  Dockyard Dogs
13:00  Freddies Barnet
14:30  Sloop Groggy Dogs
16:00  Rum & Shrub


To book a table at The Working Boat, please call 01326 314283. We will be busy throughout the weekend, so bookings are highly advised if you would like to eat with us.


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