Whitby Goth Weekend marks 32nd anniversary this weekend
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 29 Oct, 13:15 · Archive
Hundreds of goths are expected to gather in Whitby for the bi-annual Goth Weekend, celebrating its 32nd anniversary from October 30 to November 1. The event started in 1994 when Jo Hampshire placed an advert in NME magazine inviting goths to meet in the town around Halloween.
The weekend now attracts participants from all over as a celebration of gothic culture. It is thought to be one of the most famous gothic events in the world.
Whitby's connection to gothic tradition extends beyond the weekend event. The town inspired Bram Stoker's novel Dracula. Stoker visited the harbour town in 1890 and viewed the ruined monasteries and graveyards as inspiration for his vampire story. In the novel, Stoker's vampire character takes the shape of a black dog and runs up the 199 Whitby steps into the shadows of the Abbey's ruins.
How it is being reported
- Hundreds of goths expected in North Yorkshire town this weekendHUNDREDS of Goths are expected to flock to a North Yorkshire town which celebrates its 32nd anniversary this weekend.The Press (York) · 29 Oct, 12:54
- Hundreds of goths expected in North Yorkshire town this weekendHUNDREDS of Goths are expected to flock to a North Yorkshire town which celebrates its 32nd anniversary this weekend.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 29 Oct, 12:54
In this story: Whitby · Jo Hampshire · Bram Stoker · NME
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