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What’s On in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham

Featured Events

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  1. 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.
  2. England's Seafood FEAST
    In September every year, England's Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. English Riviera Airshow
    The spectacular English Riviera Airshow will return the first weekend in June. Make a weekend of it and stay over to explore all that the English Riviera has to offer during this fabulous weekend.
  6. Torbay Pride
    A day 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.
  7. 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.
  8. What's On Next Month
    Find out What's On on the English Riviera throughout the year.
  9. 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…

South West Sardine Festival

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

Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

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

Torbay Steam Fair, Churston, Near Brixham, Devon

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

Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

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

Ibiza Sessions TQ, Applebys Torquay

IBIZA DAY PARTY, LOCAL DJ'S AND SPECIAL GUESTS, FREE ENTRY

Fireball World and National Championships

The Royal Torbay Yacht Club are pleased to announce that the Fireball World Championship will be…

Torquay Banjo Market, Princess Gardens, Torquay

The market features 35 stalls offering a wide range of handmade goods, international street food…

Enchanting Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village

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

Torbay Tracks Exhibition at Torquay Museum

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

The Little Bean - Beats and Brews

BEATS & BREWS Join us on Torre Abbey Sands for a special afternoon beach session with DJ Ben…

The Eras Experience: Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna

The producers of Only One Direction and Harry Styles Tribute present the mesmerising The Eras…

Allison Adams Tucker

Acclaimed California jazz vocalist Allison Adams Tucker returns to Fougou Jazz for a sixth…

Sweet Caroline – A Tribute to Neil Diamond, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

Direct from the West End - the Ultimate tribute to Neil Diamond. Direct from London's Adelphi…

pictures of animals and story titles

✨ Holiday Adventures Through Stories (HATS) starts this August! Join us on Monday 3rd August at St…

Summer Spa Days - Imperial Hotel

1st June - 31st August | Monday - Friday & Sunday Summer Spa Day Breathe in the fresh summer air…

Bongo's Bingo, The Arena, Torquay

BINGO RAVE – TORQUAY Get ready for a night of bingo, rave anthems, cheesy singalongs, dance-offs,…

Grand Live Piano - The Grand Hotel

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

Solo National Championship, Royal Torbay Yacht Club, Torquay

Solo National Championship Awaiting Further Information

Agatha Christie walkers

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

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…

English Riviera Bike Night, Paignton, Devon

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

Summer Sculpture Trail, Cockington

Our annual sculpture trail will be bringing a touch of movie-magic to Cockington Court this summer…

Cave Cinema at Kents Cavern

Cave Cinema is an award-winning event, which takes place at Kents Cavern every year. We screen cult…

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Ibiza Sessions TQ, Applebys Torquay

IBIZA DAY PARTY, LOCAL DJ'S AND SPECIAL GUESTS, FREE ENTRY

Torquay Banjo Market, Princess Gardens, Torquay

The market features 35 stalls offering a wide range of handmade goods, international street food…

Exterior, Brixham Yacht Club

420 UK National Championship Thu 27th - Mon 31 August

Enchanting Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village

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

Torbay Tracks Exhibition at Torquay Museum

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

KEMS Macclesfield Concert Band on tour!, Torre Abbey Torquay

Join the KEMS Macclesfield Concert Band from Cheshire for an exciting performance during the…

The Great British Film Orchestra Presents – The Music of James Bond, Riviera Centre, Torquay

From the moment the first chord strikes, audiences are transported into the mysterious and…

StormFest 160

StormFest 160 commemorates the Great Storm of 1866 and the establishment of Torbay's first Lifeboat…

Newton Abbot poster with a horse jumping and the Abba logo in pink

Welcome to ABBA Night! Join us for a packed race card and an ABBA themed evening. Take A Chance On…

The Little Bean - Beats and Brews

BEATS & BREWS Join us on Torre Abbey Sands for a special afternoon beach session with DJ Ben…

Celtic Nights, Babbacombe Theatre

The Greatest Night of Live Scottish and Irish Music Join X-FACTOR’s MacDonald Brothers for a DRAM…

Barnum, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

Step right up and enter the dazzling world of P.T. Barnum, where imagination and ambition know no…

Torre Abbey - Summer Fair, Torquay, Devon

Torre Abbey is thrilled to announce the return of our Annual Summer Fair! Join us for a day filled…

Allison Adams Tucker

Acclaimed California jazz vocalist Allison Adams Tucker returns to Fougou Jazz for a sixth…

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…

Sweet Caroline – A Tribute to Neil Diamond, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

Direct from the West End - the Ultimate tribute to Neil Diamond. Direct from London's Adelphi…

pictures of animals and story titles

✨ Holiday Adventures Through Stories (HATS) starts this August! Join us on Monday 3rd August at St…

Summer Spa Days - Imperial Hotel

1st June - 31st August | Monday - Friday & Sunday Summer Spa Day Breathe in the fresh summer air…

Performers at Circus Brazil

Step into the vibrant world of Circus Brazil, a spectacular celebration of colour, rhythm, and…

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…

Grand Live Piano - The Grand Hotel

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

Solo National Championship, Royal Torbay Yacht Club, Torquay

Solo National Championship Awaiting Further Information

Children's Week, Paignton Green

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

Agatha Christie walkers

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

Major Events

Highlights

Train of Lights reflecting in the water, Paignton to Dartmouth Steam Railway, Paignton, Devon

The multi award-winning Christmas experience and the UK's first ever steam train of lights! The…

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

ENGLAND'S SEAFOOD FEAST  Dive into England’s Seafood FEAST on the English Riviera For seafood…

Christmas Scenes & Illuminations - Babbacombe Model Village

A VERY MINIATURE CHRISTMAS 22nd Nov 2026 – 3rd January 2027 Enchanting Christmas scenes and…

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…

Children's Week, Paignton Green

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

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

The English Riviera Airshow returns to Paignton seafront Friday 4th to Sunday 6th June, with tens…

Michael Ball, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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…

Torbay Pride, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon

Join us on Saturday, 12th June 2027, for a FREE day of fun, love and community! Live Stage…

Lanterns, Lights and ‘luminations - Brixham

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

South West Sardine Festival

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

six, Princess Theatre, Torquay

The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX…

Torbay Jazz Festival

Torbay Jazz Festival 2026 will take place from 30 October to 1 November, centred around the Riviera…

Burn it Down Festival

Burn It Down Festival returns to Torquay from 3-5 September 2026. Now firmly established as the…

Heathers the Musical, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

Bill Kenwright Ltd & Paul Taylor-Mills present HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Welcome to Westerberg High,…

Torbay Literary Festival

The Torbay Literary Festival is being held at The Palace Theatre, Paignton between 10th-15th…

Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer

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

Alan Carr, Princess Theatre

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

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 –…

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…

Miriam's Full English LIVE, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

What Agatha Did in the Great War, Torquay Assembly Rooms

This special event offers a rare opportunity to step inside the historic Assembly Rooms at Torquay…

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…

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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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