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What’s On in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham

Featured Events

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  1. Pirate Festival
    The annual Brixham Pirate Festival, held in Brixham, Devon takes place over the Early May Bank Holiday weekend, is a swashbuckling mix of seaside shenanigans and pirate-themed fun for all the family.
  2. English Riviera Airshow
    The spectacular English Riviera Airshow will return the last weekend in May. Make a weekend of it and stay over to explore all that the English Riviera has to offer during this fabulous weekend.
  3. 2026 ICF SUP World Cup English Riviera
    From 24–28 June 2026, the English Riviera will come alive with the Paddle UK SUPER Festival and the SUP World Cup. Set against the turquoise waters and sheltered bays of Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham, this five-day celebration of stand-up paddle boarding brings together elite athletes, community paddlers, and newcomers ready to try something new. in the English Riviera - Home of Stand Up Paddle Boarding.
  4. Torbay Pride
    A weekend of inclusive family fun. Everyone is welcome! Pride events are always inclusive, times of great fun, welcoming everyone regardless of their race, sexual orientation or gender identity. Everyone is warmly invited to partake in our Pride festivities, events and meetings that support and celebrate the immense benefits of our diversity, humanity, and equality.
  5. English Riviera Walking Festival
    From 6th-21st June 2026, the English Riviera Walking Festival will take over the Bay once more. Join us as we discover the hidden treasures from local guides in South Devon.
  6. The Agatha Christie Festival
    Every September, the English Riviera in Devon becomes a crime scene worth some serious investigation, as we celebrate the birthday of our most famous literary daughter.
  7. England's Seafood FEAST
    In September every year, England's Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses.
  8. Bay of Lights
    During winter, the English Riviera plays host to an exciting event: The Bay of Lights! Taking place throughout Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, the whole Bay will come alive with a flurry of illuminated events.
  9. What's On Next Month
    Find out What's On on the English Riviera throughout the year.
  10. As you’d expect from an international tourist destination in South Devon, there’s an amazing calendar of exciting annual events to suit every passion and taste.

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Pendants

Ever wondered what it's like to work with clay? During our Studio Artists Exhibition, resident…

Boyzlife, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Two of the world’s biggest bands Boyzone and Westlife come together, for the very first‐time…

Beauty and the Beast Adult Panto, Babbacombe Theatre

Tale as old as time? Not this one! Beauty's looking for love — but instead finds herself trapped in…

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

Experience an exclusive lunch or evening spa session at our luxurious South Devon spa with full…

February Half Term at Kents Cavern

Join us for an exciting half-term adventure at Kents Cavern! Explore our prehistoric caves and…

An Audience at the Palace - Christopher Wilson/TP Fielden, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

Monthly talks with interesting folk on fabulous subjects! A time to socialise, discuss and learn…

The Ghost Train

Written By Arnold Ridley Directed by Lisa Phillips A COMEDY THRILLER Six passengers find…

Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

The Greatest British Sitcom of All Time Was Set in Torquay! Celebrate the story of Fawlty Towers,…

Flat Spin

Experience the Intrigue of Flat Spin. Join us for a riveting theatrical journey! Flat Spin, a…

Drag Bingo at Harleys American Bar and Grill

Roberta Calamari is BACK, baby! Join us at Harley's American Bar & Grill for our Drag Bingo…

Fish Gastro Night at the Cary Arms & Spa

Join us for a seasonal Fish Gastro Night celebrating the best of fresh, coastal flavours. This…

Geopark Journeys, 3 walks, part of the Healthy Selfie trails

Torbay families and other local residents are being encouraged to put their best foot forward and…

February Half Term - Coin Hunt - Bygones

February Half-Term Coin Hunt  14th-22nd February  Have a go at our quiz and claim your sweet…

RNLI Fundraising Events, Brixham, Devon

The RNLI Torbay Lifeboat Fundraising Team work throughout the year to raise funds to support two…

Candle Making Workshop

Join Hengittaa Candle makers for this one off candle making workshop at Paignton Library. Ages 14+

Psychic Sally, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay, Devon

The nation's favourite psychic is back on tour! Sally has been wowing theatre audiences young and…

K-POP LIVE, Arena Torquay

K-POP LIVE is HERE! The ULTIMATE TRIBUTE to the global K-pop phenomenon This isn't just a concert…

Fisherman's Friends, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

In celebration of performing together for over 30 years on stages across the world, Fisherman’s…

QUEENZ: Drag Me To The Disco!, Princess Theatre, torquay

Direct from London’s West End and following their sensational Las Vegas debut, these fearless and…

Life's A Rodeo Presents: A Nashville Country Music Experience in Torquay!

Dust off your boots and saddle up for Life's a Rodeo, the ultimate country music experience right…

Rapunzel, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

Rapunzel, Rapunzel let down your hair!” From TaleGate Theatre Productions, the team that brought…

Torre Abbey

inDISPOSABLE is a public art project working with marginalised, nomadic and street attached…

The Ed Sheeran Experience, Arena Torquay

The Ultimate Ed Sheeran Experience! ✨Calling all Sheerios!! Let's build Arena Torquay into your…

Friends the Musical Parody, Prrincess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

Get ready for non-stop laughs with your favourite Friends. FRIENDS! The Musical Parody, the hit New…

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The Take That Experience, Palace Theatre, Paignton

As Take That celebrate over 30 years as the UK’s number one boy band, The Take That Experience …

Mark Simmons - Jest To Impress, Palace Theatre, Paignton

WINNER Dave’s Funniest Joke of the Fringe 2024. As Seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV,…

Finding Balance - an exhibition by artist, JPR Stitch at Torre Abbey

We live in a busy world, with noise and distractions at every turn, but occasionally, we need to…

Django Chutney

Django Chutney have been described as a virtuosic gypsy-jazz 'manouche et trois', with equal parts…

The Princess Proms, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Calling all Princesses & Princes, we invite you to an enchanting concert singing the magical themes…

Yoga in the Caves

Allow yourself to completely relax with no distractions and just the gentle drip of water as…

Oasiz - Oasis Tribute - (18+ or 15+ with Adult)

OASIZ are one of the UK’s most authentic tribute bands a point proved in 2023 when a short clip of…

The Seeger Sessions Revival, Palace Theatre, Paignton

“Not music being written but music being made” – Bruce Springsteen. The Seeger Sessions Revival –…

The Busketeers: One For All Tour, Arena Torquay

Don't miss your chance to experience one of the UK's most exciting live bands up close. Grab your…

Easter egg hunt at Greenway, National Trust

Make your way along the trail and find 10 activities for all the family. The trail takes place…

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

Experience an exclusive lunch or evening spa session at our luxurious South Devon spa with full…

Child playing with a leaf  Little Acorn Welly Walks Coleton Fishacre National Trust

Discover the magic of the season with your little ones at Coleton Fishacre. During term time,…

Girls Night In: Bottomless Brunch, Mercure Hotel Paignton

Calling all queens of prosecco Our Girls Night In Bottomless Brunch is landing at Mercure…

Crowd at Torquay United Football Club

Torquay United was formed in 1899. Find all of the latest information on matches and fixtures here.…

An Audience at the Palace - Christopher Wilson/TP Fielden, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

Monthly talks with interesting folk on fabulous subjects! A time to socialise, discuss and learn…

Enchanting Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village

Thousands of miniature lights, along with special fire and lighting effects, create an enchanting…

Mother's Day 3-Course Menu

Mother's Day 3-Course Lunch Tables available between 12pm and 3pm Live Music from Emma Matthews…

Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

The Greatest British Sitcom of All Time Was Set in Torquay! Celebrate the story of Fawlty Towers,…

Exterior of Coleton Fishacre

How the offer works: Enjoy free entry to Coleton Fishacre with a purchased National Lottery ticket…

Swan Lake, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and…

The Big Tackle, Rowcroft Hospice, Torquay, Devon

Grab your mates, and join Rowcroft Hospice’s annual event – The Big Tackle – on Saturday 7 March…

Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

£25.95 per person served with an arrival drink and gift for Mum. Tables available between 12pm and…

Easter at Babbacombe Model Village

Hop, skip, and jump your way to Babbacombe Model Village this Easter for an egg-citing adventure!…

Trevor Nelson - Soul Nation, Arena Torquay

Trevor Nelson MBE is a critically acclaimed Radio Host, Promoter, Club DJ & Television presenter.…

Major Events

Highlights

Torbay Steam Fair, Churston, Near Brixham, Devon

Torbay Steam Fair in South Devon provides three days of attractions for the whole family and has…

Michael Ball, Princess Theatre, Torquay

In addition to releasing his new album, Michael will be hitting the road in 2026 with his Glow UK…

Torbay Royal Regatta, Royal Torbay Yacht Club, Torquay

Torbay Royal Regatta We are waiting for details of this event

Bay of Lights Illumination Trail, part of Bay of Lights, Torquay, Devon

The English Riviera is set to sparkle once again this festive season as the Bay of Lights returns…

Blue - 25th Anniversary Tour, Princess Theatre

The Blue boys are back in town! Simon Webbe, Duncan James, Antony Costa and Lee Ryan are ready to…

Brixham Pirate Festival. Brixham, Devon

The annual Brixham Pirate Festival, with a crew made up of first-time brigands and buccaneers, held…

Serenity by the sea – a coastal yoga escape, part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Find your flow along the English…

Fresh hake cooked for the Seafood FEAST, Brixham in Devon.

ENGLAND'S SEAFOOD FEAST - Save the dates: 26th September – 12th October 2025 Dive into England’s…

Miriam's Full English LIVE, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Following three bestselling memoirs and sold-out tours that left audiences in stitches, Britain's…

Torbay Pride, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon

A day of family fun where everyone is welcome! Our pride events are always inclusive, great fun and…

The Big Tackle, Rowcroft Hospice, Torquay, Devon

Grab your mates, and join Rowcroft Hospice’s annual event – The Big Tackle – on Saturday 7 March…

Project X Presents: Ghosts At The Grange - a murder mystery

Arthur lives alone at The Grange and when he is murdered, there are no witnesses, or are there? No…

Heritage Open Days, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Devon

Heritage Open Days is England's largest community led festival of history and culture, involving…

Fawlty Towers - The Play, Princess Theatre, Torquay,

The ‘Greatest British Sitcom of All Time’ (Radio Times) is back - this time on stage! Nearly 50…

Painting and Pimms Coastal Walk, part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Painting and Pimms – now that’s a…

Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

Paignton Festival is run by a small team of dedicated volunteers, who rely solely off donations…

Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer

Waverley is truly unique, she is the World’s last seagoing paddle steamer and was famously gifted…

A group of people walking along the South West Coast Path between Paignton and Brixham.

Pack your rucksacks, fill your flasks, dig out your walking boots and join us at the English…

Cowes Powerboat Festival, Torquay

There will be a "re-fuelling stop" in Torquay with the race treated as two legs. This is great news…

English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Festival 2023, English Riviera, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Devon

The Geopark Festival is back and better than ever! This week-long celebration allows you to delve…

The Agatha Christie Festival presents A Spring Gathering

After the sell-out success of the inaugural Spring Gathering in April 2025, we are delighted to be…

Children's Week, Paignton Green

5 Days of free children's entertainment on Paignton Green. Including Craft activities, Mascots,…

Visit of MS Marina Cruise Ship, Tor Bay, Devon

MS Marina is an Oceania-class cruise ship, which was constructed at Fincantieri's Sestri Ponente…

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  1. Our unique micro-climate in the English Riviera means springtime comes earlier than in other parts of the country.
  2. During summer, the English Riviera comes alive with visitors flocking to enjoy the soft sand and gentle lapping waves at our glorious beaches.
  3. As summer holiday memories start to fade and the first signs of autumn show, the English Riviera is all about warm and cosy settings, bracing walks and quality time spent with your loved ones.
  4. As the crowds disappear, get outdoors and enjoy our almost uninhabited award-winning beaches, magical woodland walks, rugged cliffs and striking coastline.

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