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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…

The Big Tackle, Rowcroft Hospice, Torquay, Devon

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

Flora Whispers Exhibition - Cockington Court

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

Mother's Day - Grand Hotel

Make this Mother's Day unforgettable at The Grand Hotel! Whether you're spending quality time…

Water Sound Bath Experience at Cary Arms & Spa

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

Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute to the Music of Meatloaf

Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits…

Donut Duathlon

The Donut Duathlon takes advantage of the Torbay Velopark to offer a fast, flat and completely…

Mother's Day at the Imperial Hotel, Torquay

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

Mother's Day 3-Course Menu

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

Trevor Nelson - Soul Nation, Arena Torquay

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

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…

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

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

Swan Lake, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

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

Brixham Comedy Club - Featuring some of the UK's biggest live acts (Suitability 18+)

After a string of sold-out shows, Brixham Comedy Club has quickly built a reputation for bringing…

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,…

Torre Abbey

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

Django Chutney

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

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…

Twist and Shout Babbacombe Theatre musicians and singers dressed in 60s flower power clothes

An all-star cast from the West End deliver a musical powerhouse of a show that starts with the…

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…

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…

The Nutcracker, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Founded in 1947, the critically acclaimed Varna International Ballet returns to the UK following a…

Man In The Mirror - A tribute to Michael Jackson, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay, Devon

Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP.This…

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Flora Whispers Exhibition - Cockington Court

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

Fast Love – The Tribute to George Michael, Babbacombe Theatre

Direct from London's West End, this is the world's favourite George Michael celebration! With a…

Easter Egg-Stravaganza at Pennywell Farm

Don't Miss the EGG-STRAVAGANZA at Pennywell Farm Join us this Easter Holidays for our egg-cellent…

UPBEAT WEEKENDER - Arena, Torquay

Arena Torquay Friday 03 April – Sunday 05 April 2026 Three days. One venue. Pure ska, punk, reggae…

Katie Hopkins Babbacombe Theatre picture of Katie Hopkins in a theatre dressing room

Katie's All new stand-up UK Tour 2026 is coming with this early-bird offer! Are you ready 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…

Justin Live - Justin Time to Rock

Famous for his BAFTA Award-winning appearances in hit programmes including Something Special,…

She Will Rock You -  Brixham Theatre

She Will Rock You At last, the rock show you have been waiting for! “Perfection, Samantha’s vocal…

Kiki Dee & Carmelo Luggeri

For over 25 years now Kiki and Carmelo have been touring their spellbinding acoustic live show…

Easter Themed Afternoon Tea, Imperial Hotel, Torquay

Celebrate Easter with a delightful Easter-themed Afternoon Tea, served with beautiful views across…

Easter graphic

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…

Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners, Princess theatre, Torquay

Seven Drunken Nights: The Story of The Dubliners, the world’s No.1 celebration of Ireland’s most…

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…

Fleetwood Mac and Tom Petty Legacy Show, Palace theatre, Paignton

Europe’s only tribute to Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Two…

Torbay Triathlon, Torbay Velopark

This totally traffic-free venue is the perfect way for anyone to start in the sport of triathlon,…

Events at Brixham Battery Heritage Centre, Brixham. Devon

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

Symphonix Queen, Arena

Symphonix Queen LIVE at Arena Torquay! 18 April | 7PM–Late Experience Queen like never before with…

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,…

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…

Al Murray, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

Country, the UK, lost its way, seeks life partner/mentor/inspiration. Good sense of humour…

Discovery Evenings at Kents Cavern

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

Torbay Triathlon Relay

Our Olympic format mixed Team Relay Triathlon returns for a 3rd year. We start the swim in waves…

Major Events

Highlights

Cowes Powerboat Festival, Torquay

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

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…

Michael Ball, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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…

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…

Torbay Pride, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon

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

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…

South West Sardine Festival

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

Heritage Open Days, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Devon

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

The Agatha Christie Festival

The programme can be viewed by carrying out a diary search via www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on…

Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

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

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 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…

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…

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…

Torbay Royal Regatta, Royal Torbay Yacht Club, Torquay

Torbay Royal Regatta We are waiting for details of this event

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…

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…

Fawlty Towers - The Play, Princess Theatre, Torquay,

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

Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer

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

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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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