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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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Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

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

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…

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…

Exterior of Greenway House, the holiday home of Dame Agatha Christie

The Agatha Christie Experience A coastal escape inspired by the Queen of Crime Step into the pages…

Agatha Christie walkers

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

Paignton Harbour Markets

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

The Invisible man Paignton Theatre

The thought of invisibility, and the advantages it could bring to someone, has captured the…

Steampunk Orchestra - Reimagined Rock Anthems, Brixham theatre

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

Enchanting Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village

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

Topper National Series, Paignton, Devon

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

Celebration, Babbacombe Theatre

Audiences have come to expect a magical and memorable theatre experience at the Babbacombe Theatre,…

Brixham Fish Market Tour, Brixham, Devon

Prior to the tour, you will be met at 6.15am outside the fish market gates, at the blue tower in…

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

Susie Dent - Word Perfect

A brand-new tour of the joys of the English language with ‘Britain’s best-loved…

Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

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

Discovery Evenings at Kents Cavern

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

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…

Brixham Theatre, entertainment for everyone

We are an independent, heritage theatre, situated at the heart of the English Riviera, in the…

dIRE sTREETS, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

The six-piece band is made up of some of the country’s top tribute musicians and delivers a…

Hay Fever, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

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

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

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

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…

Flora Whispers Exhibition - Cockington Court

We’re embracing the arrival of spring at Cockington Court with our upcoming exhibition, Flora…

Giles Robson - blues vocalist and harmonica player

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

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Soul Kinda Wonderful - A Tribute to the Music of The Drifters

SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL are the UK’s No 1 Tribute to the legendary DRIFTERS , award winners at the…

Exterior of Greenway House, the holiday home of Dame Agatha Christie

The Agatha Christie Experience A coastal escape inspired by the Queen of Crime Step into the pages…

Group of walkers on the coast path, blurred sea behind and gorse in the forefront

Join the volunteer walking team on a free guided walk every month. The first walk of 2026 is on…

Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

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

Carmen

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

The South West Marine Fest Conference

We invite you to join us for our annual Summer Conference, hosted by Conservation Chat UK Ltd. As…

80s Party Night! picture of various artists singing on stage

The leading 80s show in the UK comes to Babbacome for the best night out on a Friday. Playing 100%…

Agatha Christie walkers

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

Jekyll and Hyde

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

English Riviera Bike Night, Paignton, Devon

Wednesday Bike Nights take place on the Eastern Esplande, Paignton, presented by Riviera Charity…

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…

Torbay Pride

Saturday 16th May - Eurovision Watch Party @ The Hideaway, Torwood Street, Torquay We are waiting…

Green Haze + Nirvanah, Arena

Green Haze return with Nirvanah for the ultimate 90s double header! Green Haze is a highly…

Paignton Comedy Club, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

Chuckl. Paignton with Marcus Brigstocke, Hal Cruttenden, Paul McCaffrey and Tony Marrese Get ready…

Paignton Open for Single Handed Dinghies (POSH), Paignton, Devon

Paignton Open for Single Handers (POSH) was founded in 2012 as a replacement for our Spring Regatta…

Copy of 'Justin Live - Justin Time to Rock'

Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is…

Mamma Mia! - Grand Hotel

Mamma Mia! Sunday 24th May 2026 Featuring Pure ABBA – Live on the Terrace! Get ready to say “Mamma…

Devonshire Association Symposium, Torquay Museum

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

Paignton Harbour Markets

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

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…

Horseracing at Newton Abbot Racecourse, Devon

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

YMCA South Devon May Ball 2026, The Grand Hotel,

May Ball YMCA South Devon May Ball 2026 Saturday 9 May 2026 The Grand Hotel, Torquay Doors open 7…

Dave Scott: You end up where you're meant to be, Royal Lyceum Theatre Torquay

Unleashed present their very first night of Comedy and music with Dave Scott and Dan Close   Dave…

Murder Mystery Afternoon tea: Palace Theatre, Paignton

Murder Mystery Afternoon Tea - An afternoon of treats and intrigue! Join Moonstone Theatre Company…

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…

Children's Week, Paignton Green

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

Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

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

Heritage Open Days, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Devon

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

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…

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…

Miriam's Full English LIVE, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer

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

Torbay Pride, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon

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

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…

Brixham Pirate Festival. Brixham, Devon

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

Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

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

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…

Torbay Royal Regatta

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

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…

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…

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…

Airos Developments GoGPS - Gary Aldington and Tom Gardner & Piston Broke - Charlie Parsons-Young & James Norvill, Cowes Powerboat Festival

The GoGps Cowes-Torquay-Cowes powerboat race will be roaring into Torbay on Sunday 30th August –…

Bay of Lights Illumination Trail, Torquay, Devon images of Torquay illuminated, a skating rink and people enjoying themselves.

The Bay of Lights Illumination Trail returns, bringing a sparkle of seasons spirit to the English…

South West Sardine Festival

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

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…

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…

Agatha Christie's Towards Zero, Palace Theatre

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

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…

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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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