Sci-Fi Scarborough announces star-studded guests for event

Sci-Fi Scarborough will return to the Scarborough Spa for another packed weekend of science fiction and fantasy on April 18 and 19, 2026.

The convention, run by fans on a not-for-profit basis, also features a cosplay competition (Image: Steve Dickinson)

The event features eight themed zones celebrating gaming, comics, props, publishing, and guest appearances.

Steve Dickinson, organiser of Sci-Fi Scarborough, said: "It's been an absolutely pleasurable experience organising SFS for a dozen years now, we have a solid team who turn up year in year out and make it happen, and we just couldn’t do it without them, so thanks to all who buy the tickets too, it’s greatly appreciated.

Danny John Jules, the Cat from Red Dwarf (Image: Steve Dickinson)

"We’ve put together another fun-packed event for everyone to enjoy with a fantastic roster of guests; see you all there."

Special guests confirmed include Paul McGann (the 8th Doctor from Doctor Who), Janet Fielding (Tegan Jovanka from Doctor Who), Danny John-Jules (the Cat from Red Dwarf), and Femi Taylor (Oola from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi).

The event will include guest stars, gaming, props, cosplayers, traders, artists and authors (Image: Steve Dickinson)

Other confirmed sci-fi stars include Trevor Butterfield (Lieutenant Blount/Bossk from Star Wars) and Duncan Pow (Sergeant Ruescott Melshi from Rogue One and Andor).

Femi Taylor, Oola from Star Wars ROTJ (Image: Steve Dickinson)

The convention, run by fans on a not-for-profit basis, also features a cosplay competition, fan films, a Geek Pub Quiz, and a new feature called "The Evidence Room" focused on UFOs and the paranormal.

Tickets are available now at www.scifiscarborough.co.uk.

The event is set for April 18 and 19 this year (Image: Steve Dickinson)