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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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Age of the Dinosaurs Exhibition, Kents Cavern

Travel back millions of years and uncover the secrets of the prehistoric world at The Age of the…

Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

Art on Your Doorstep: National Gallery Masterpieces Coming to Torquay Torre Abbey is proud to…

Forever Elton - A tribute to the music of Sir Elton John

Forever Elton Come and join award winning film composer Phil Mountford for his fantastic tribute…

Luke Combs UK, Arena Torquay

The world's leading full band tribute to Grammy nominated country megastar Luke Combs! Friday 24th…

Hay Fever, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

Step into the eccentric world of Noël Coward's classic comedy, Hay Fever, where family dynamics…

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…

Discovery Evenings at Kents Cavern

Discovery Evenings at Kents Cavern You'll have the option to ask questions and discuss findings in…

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Discover the power of female creativity at the Artizan Women's Open 2026, a prestigious curated…

Agatha Christie walkers

Even if you've never read an Agatha Christie novel or watched one of her plays, it doesn't…

Speaking Of Murder: When the stakes are high - why stop at just one murder...?

Written by William & Audrey Roos Directed by Andrew Kenyon A THRILLER After the tragic death of…

Coasteering Geopark 5* Grand Tour, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon

Our adventures are all about pushing boundaries, daring each other to go further and yes the banter…

Paignton Harbour Markets

Stalls will vary but normally include local produce, arts and crafts, pottery, jewellery etc…

Brixham Art and Craft Market, Brixham, Devon

Brixham Art & Craft Market is managed by Brixham Chamber and supported by Tor Bay Harbour. It takes…

Colour-ing our coastline black and white logo, Torre Abbey.

About the Exhibition Colour-ing in the Bay celebrates the vibrant, evolving artwork of local artist…

Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

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

Grand Live Piano - The Grand Hotel

Grand Live Piano Join us for an exciting evening of live music with the incredible Michelle Blamey,…

Giles Robson - blues vocalist and harmonica player

Giles Robson: Vocals and harmonica, Adam Sweet: Guitar Blues Music Award Winner Giles Robson…

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

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

Topper National Series, Paignton, Devon

ITCA (Topper) South West Traveller - Dinghy racing, approximately 130 boats launching from the…

The Bohemians, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

Don't Stop us Now-and there's certainly no stopping this comprehensive re-enactment of Queen's…

Terry Pratchett- Fantasy day, paignton Library

Celebrate the incredible work of Terry Pratchett at Paignton Library's fantasy themed day. Join the…

Torbay Tracks Exhibition at Torquay Museum

A new exhibition at Torquay Museum, celebrating local rail heritage. Torbay Tracks celebrates the…

Steampunk Orchestra - Reimagined Rock Anthems, Brixham theatre

Steampunk Orchestra reimagines rock anthems from legends like Smashing Pumpkins, Coldplay, Foo…

Mersey Beatles, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world’s favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab…

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Jekyll and Hyde

Jekyll and Hyde: A very sensible farce! Step into the shadowy, fog-drenched streets of Victorian…

Forever Elton - A tribute to the music of Sir Elton John

Forever Elton Come and join award winning film composer Phil Mountford for his fantastic tribute…

Devonshire Association Symposium, Torquay Museum

The symposium explores the rich and evolving identity of Devon’s people from the Palaeolithic era…

Events at Brixham Battery Heritage Centre, Brixham. Devon

During the year, Along with our normal opening hours, The battery organise open days at the…

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Senbla presents Ellen Kent’s Farewell Opera Tour featuring Opera International Kyiv, Ukraine, with…

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…

GOOD TIMES - A Tribute to Nile Rogers & Chic, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

Get ready to groove with Good Times, the ultimate tribute to the legendary Nile Rodgers & Chic!…

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…

Unplug'd - iconic performances from MTV’s Unplugged series

Step into a world where music is raw, intimate, and profoundly moving. UNPLUG’D is a brand-new live…

K-Pop All-Stars, princess Theatre, Torquay

Ride the K-pop wave influencing the World live on stage! From stadium-shaking anthems to…

Delamore Open

This May Bank Holiday, we are inviting you to experience Delamore Estate in a brand-new way. On Day…

Horseracing at Newton Abbot Racecourse, Devon

Experience the excitement of an action-packed day at the races and make lasting memories at Newton…

Discovery Evenings at Kents Cavern

Discovery Evenings at Kents Cavern You'll have the option to ask questions and discuss findings in…

Agatha Christie walkers

Even if you've never read an Agatha Christie novel or watched one of her plays, it doesn't…

Coasteering Geopark 5* Grand Tour, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon

Our adventures are all about pushing boundaries, daring each other to go further and yes the banter…

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…

Paignton Harbour Markets

Stalls will vary but normally include local produce, arts and crafts, pottery, jewellery etc…

Brixham Art and Craft Market, Brixham, Devon

Brixham Art & Craft Market is managed by Brixham Chamber and supported by Tor Bay Harbour. It takes…

TINCHY STRYDER — LIVE IN TORQUAY, Arena

TINCHY STRYDER — LIVE IN TORQUAY 00's ANTHEMS PARTY Torquay… get ready for a HUGE night of…

Colour-ing our coastline black and white logo, Torre Abbey.

About the Exhibition Colour-ing in the Bay celebrates the vibrant, evolving artwork of local artist…

BCB Boxing Promotions presents A Night of Professional Boxing, Riviera Centre, Torquay

Black Country Boxing host professional boxing events, BCB run organise professional boxing shows…

Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

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

The must-see international hit show returns, following a sold out show at the London Palladium & standing ovations around the globe - The Simon & Garf

Few shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story, with…

The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band - Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell Tribute

With unrivalled musical authenticity this multi-instrumentalist five-piece covers all the hits…

Major Events

Highlights

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…

South West Sardine Festival

After a fantastic debut last year, the South West Sardine Festival is back for 2026, bigger,…

Miriam's Full English LIVE, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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…

International Stand Up Paddling World Cup to be held on the English Riviera.

2026 ICF SUP World Cup English Riviera From 24–28 June 2026, the English Riviera will come alive…

A Coastal Sensory Journey, part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Awaken your senses and build a deeper…

Age of the Dinosaurs Exhibition, Kents Cavern

Travel back millions of years and uncover the secrets of the prehistoric world at The Age of the…

View of the Offshore and Bays Festival

The Offshore & Bays Festival, in aid of the RNLI, is on the 9th & 10th May this year, and will be…

Lanterns, Lights and ‘luminations - Brixham

The Lanterns, Lights & ‘luminations event will return for 2026, promising another festive…

Agatha Christie's Towards Zero, Palace Theatre

A Dramatic Agatha Christie Experience on the English Riviera in 2026 Agatha Christie fans should…

Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

Art on Your Doorstep: National Gallery Masterpieces Coming to Torquay Torre Abbey is proud to…

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…

Walking with Mammoths and Neanderthals part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Discover what life was like on the…

Snap & stroll – a quirky beach photo walk, part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Turn an ordinary beach walk into a…

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

The Torbay Royal Regatta will be taking place between August 21st -24th The event is open to IRC…

Brixham Pirate Festival. Brixham, Devon

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

Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer

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

Children's Week, Paignton Green

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

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…

Torbay Steam Fair, Churston, Near Brixham, Devon

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

Alan Carr, Princess Theatre

Alan Carr’s back on tour and his lips are unsealed! With a big mouth and a talent for oversharing,…

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…

Simon Akeroyd’s Tree-mendous garden walk, Part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Would you like to find out more about…

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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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