Taking place on Friday 20th February 2026, from 7pm, at the Princess Pavilion, this popular evening will feature performances from four renowned local groups - Bryher's Boys, Toby Webb, Stuns'ls and The Countrymen.

This fundraiser is dedicated to supporting the Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival, and in turn, the festival's principal charity partner, the RNLI. As one of Europe's largest free nautical music festivals in Europe, the main event promises to deliver a memorable experience for all attendees from 12-14 June.

The fundraiser offers a glimpse of what’s in store for the 2026 festival as well as giving attendees the chance to win fantastic prizes generously donated by the festival venues and sponsors, as well as other local businesses. Further details on the prizes up for grabs will be released on the official social media platforms and website.

"This is a great opportunity to get excited for the Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival and the chance to listen to a few of the groups who will be performing there," says Pat Hobden from the Sea Shanty Organising Committee. "The fundraiser is always well received, so make sure you get your tickets early to avoid missing out!"

“The Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival Fundraiser will be one of the first gigs of a very busy year ahead for Bryher’s Boys and we are looking forward to sharing the stage with some of the very best of the Cornwall shanty scene. Make sure you come down to show your support for this long-standing festival,” Trevor Brookes from Bryher’s Boys added.

Tickets for the shanty fundraiser are £10 plus a booking fee and can be purchased online here: https://www.falmouthseashanty.co.uk