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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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Psychic Sally, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay, Devon

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

Fish Gastro Night at the Cary Arms & Spa

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

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…

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…

GARETH GATES – BOYBAND IN THE BUFF, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

Get ready to scream like it's 1999! Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert -…

The Ed Sheeran Experience, Arena Torquay

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

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…

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…

February Half Term - Coin Hunt - Bygones

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

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

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

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…

Boyzlife, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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…

Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon

So why not get yourself down to Union Street in Torquay and say Hello and to our lovely traders 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…

The Ghost Train

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

Candle Making Workshop

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

Water Sound Bath Experience at Cary Arms & Spa

Float, listen, and reconnect. Step into a unique sensory journey at the Cary Arms & Spa—where…

RNLI Fundraising Events, Brixham, Devon

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

Torre Abbey

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

Rapunzel, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

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

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…

February Half Term at Kents Cavern

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

Taylormania, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording…

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Mother's Day Afternoon Tea  - Kents Cavern

This Mother’s Day, enjoy Afternoon Tea for two for just £40 at Firestone Kitchen. Includes, per…

Matt Forde: Defying Calamity. Matt Forde in Place of Galinda, Wicked whispering in Elphaba's ear, similar to original photo

In his biggest live tour to date leading political comedian Matt Forde (The Royal Variety…

Sunny Afternoon, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Following a phenomenal two years in the West End and a sensational first UK and Ireland tour, the…

Flora Whispers Exhibition - Cockington Court

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

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…

Mother's Day at the Imperial Hotel, Torquay

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a beautifully crafted Afternoon Tea served with stunning views across…

Just married couple viewing the bay from Wedding Open Days - The Imperial Hotel

Wedding Open Days Guests will be welcomed to our special Wedding Open day event with a glass of…

Exterior of Coleton Fishacre

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

Torbay Music Legacy - 5 Decades of Sound, Brixham Theatre,

A captivating new feature film explores the vibrant legacy of Torbay’s music scene from 1975 to…

An Evening with Toyah: Songs and Stories, Palace Theatre, Paignton

A singer and actor, a TV host and author, a BRIT Award winner and a film star – Toyah has worn many…

One Night Only through the decades (Curledge Street Academy)

One Night Only through the decades (Curledge Street Academy) March 30 @ 18:00 to 19:30 £5 Curledge…

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…

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…

Elvis – Eras of the King starring Louis Brown, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay, Devon

Re-live how Elvis rose to fame as Louis performs the hits from 1956 when Elvis first hit stardom to…

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…

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…

Chop Suey + Slip Not, Arena torquay

The ultimate tribute showdown is coming to the UK! This winter, CHOP SUEY—Europe's BIGGEST tribute…

White house with pink flowers and text across the front, reading National Lottery Open Week at Greenway, National Trust

How the offer works: Enjoy free entry to Greenway with a purchased National Lottery ticket from any…

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

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

The Grand Wedding Fair

Plan your perfect day at The Grand Torquay Wedding Fair. Free entry, expert suppliers, welcome…

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…

Pink blossom on a tree with text reading Festival of Blossom at Greenway National Trust

From magnolias blooming overhead to an abundance of fruit trees and wild hedgerow flowers, the…

Girls Night In: Bottomless Brunch, Mercure Hotel Paignton

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

Ion Maiden - The Iron Maiden Tribute

⚡️ ION MAIDEN – THE BEAST RETURNS ⚡️ Friday 6th March 2026 ⏰ Doors 7:00 PM Support: Misled The…

Major Events

Highlights

Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

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

Torbay Royal Regatta, Royal Torbay Yacht Club, Torquay

Torbay Royal Regatta We are waiting for details of this event

Children's Week, Paignton Green

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

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…

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…

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…

Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer

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

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…

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…

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…

Miriam's Full English LIVE, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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…

Red Arrows display at the English Riviera Airshow, Paignton, Devon

The naturally inspiring sky of the English Riviera is ready to host the Bays flagship event. From…

The Big Tackle, Rowcroft Hospice, Torquay, Devon

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

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…

Alan Carr, Princess Theatre

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

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…

Brixham Pirate Festival. Brixham, Devon

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

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…

Cowes Powerboat Festival, Torquay

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

Fawlty Towers - The Play, Princess Theatre, Torquay,

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

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…

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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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