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The English Riviera, Devon has long been a favourite with families. From splashing at the beach to crabbing off the harbour wall, there’s to plenty to keep the kids entertained. And you’ll find lots to do away from the seaside too. From food festivals to theatrical performances, there is something going on all year round in Torbay. Most events pull out all the stops to keep the kids happy. And some of the events are created especially with the younger members of the family in mind. Here’s our pick of some of the must-do family events in Torbay.

Children’s Week family events in Paignton

As the name suggests, Children’s Week is all about the kids having fun. It takes place every August on The Green by the beach in Paignton. Many of the activities are free and give children of all ages the chance to have a go at something new. Get making arts and crafts, enjoy fun and games with the entertainment team, watch some silly science, test your wits with quizzes, learn new circus skills, and so much more. There’s also a traditional funfair to keep the buzzing atmosphere going into the evening.

Torbay Steam Fair near Brixham

If you’ve got a young Thomas the Tank Engine fan in the house, you’ll probably know Trevor the Traction Engine. And you’ll probably know that your young enthusiast would absolutely love to see the real thing. The Torbay Steam Fair is a magnificent gathering of vintage vehicles and much more. Popular with young and old, you can get up close to working steam traction engines, vintage tractors, military vehicles, and classic cars. After admiring the engines there’s lots more to fill the day, including charity stalls, a craft and model tent, children’s entertainment, and a beer and catering tent.

Quizzes and trails to get the children walking during your Torbay holiday

Whatever time of year you visit, you’ll find the top tourist attractions in Torbay offer extra special events to keep the children busy. The National Trust organise everything from garden trails to survival skill workshops to encourage little ones to get outside and explore the grounds at Coleton Fishacre and Greenway. Or try the trail at Occombe Farm or Cockington Court, and reward yourself with an ice-cream or a mug of hot chocolate in the café afterwards.

Making magical memories

The special seasonal events taking place across the English Riviera are sure to make lasting happy memories. Meet Santa with a magical winter trip on the Dartmouth Steam Railway, departing from Paignton throughout December. Have some spook-tacular fun at a special Halloween event, like coming face to face with wolves at Paignton Zoo or on the very scary ghost tour at Kents Cavern. Get a chocolatey reward after an Easter egg hunt at Babbacombe Model Village. Or prepare for a summer of adventure with a visit to Brixham’s Pirate Festival.

There is always something going on for all the family to enjoy in Torbay. Events are regularly updated, so check out our calendar and plan to make some happy memories together when you visit the English Riviera.

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England's Seafood FEAST

England’s Seafood FEAST
England’s Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses between Saturday 22nd September and Sunday 7th October 2018. For 2 weeks you will be able to immerse yourself in England’s Seafood FEAST, eating some of...

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22 Sept 2018to7 Oct 2018
Firework Displays November

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Fireworks Displays within driving distance of the English Riviera
If you are organising a display, please let us know and we will add to this list - http://www.englishriviera.co.uk/info/tell-us-about-your-event

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Torquay Christmas Carnival Procession

Torquay

Father Christmas arrives 11.30 am at Fleet Walk. The Carnival Procession leaves Lymington Rd coach station at 4.45pm arriving at Castle Circus approximately 5 pm.
Please support, all monies collected go to local charities and groups

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17 Nov 2018
Lanterns, Lights and ‘luminations

Brixham

Brixham will celebrate its Christmas Lights Switch on with a ‘Lanterns, Lights and ‘luminations’ parade.
Lantern parade, entertainment and food outlets Brixham Town Council on 01803 859678
info@brixhamtowncouncil.gov.uk www.brixhamtowncouncil.gov...

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24 Nov 2018
BrixFest Brixham

Brixham

BrixFest 2019 will be from 25th - 29th May 2019
BrixFest will bring hundreds of artists, charities, chefs and local people together with thousands of visitors. Throughout the festival we encourage you to keep it local and spend your hard earned...

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25 May 2019to29 May 2019
Torbay Air Show

Paignton

Torbay Airshow will be held on 1st and 2nd June, 2019.
All air displays are subject to change depending on weather conditions and operational commitments that could take the military displays elsewhere at short notice.

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1 June 2019to2 June 2019
Paignton Festival (Torbay Carnival Week)

Paignton

Paignton Festival was previously known as Torbay Carnival. After around 75 years of the same name, we feel that change is good, however Torbay Carnival is not gone and forgotten, as the procession night will keep this name. Despite the new name,...

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27 July 2019to4 Aug 2019
Torbay Steam Fair

Brixham

Torbay Steam Fair is now one of the biggest events on the English Riviera events calendar and attracts visitors from far and wide.
Situated just outside Brixham on the main A3022, this 3 day event is a must for all the family.
Come and view the...

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2 Aug 2019to4 Aug 2019
Cockington Fayre

Torquay

The famous Cockington Fayre. Come and join in a traditional old English village summer fair in beautiful Cockington. 'A Great Family Day Out' in the grounds of the historical Cockington Court.

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Cockington Court Craft Centre, Torquay

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7 Aug 2019
Paignton Regatta Community Fun Week

Paignton

Some things stay the same, other things change and the 172nd Paignton Regatta Community Fun Week is no different. We’ve been working hard over the last few years to mix our traditional events with an abundance of live entertainment on our stage and...

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10 Aug 2019to18 Aug 2019
Torbay Royal Regatta

Torquay

The Torbay Royal Regatta, one of the oldest such events in the country, once again takes place at the end of August with three days of racing over the Bank Holiday Weekend, followed by the Royal Regatta Anniversary Challenge Cup Races.
The regatta...

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24 Aug 2019to26 Aug 2019
Fishstock Brixham

Brixham

Fishstock Brixham, the English Riviera’s renowned urban music and seafood festival takes place at the new Fish Quay on Brixham’s picturesque fishing harbour.
A real hit for the whole family, thousands of visitors regularly enjoy tasting the...

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14 Sept 2019

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Berry Head Sea Creature Hunt

Brixham

A family-friendly event around Berry Head nature reserve, organised by the Guardhouse Cafe and Hunts Cider. Come and explore beautiful Berry Head on our fishy-themed treasure hunt! The self-guided walk will take around 1 hour to complete. There is...

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Berry Head Nature Reserve, Brixham

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22 Sept 2018to7 Oct 2018Open 09:00 - 17:00
Garden BBQ at the Palace

Paignton

Join us for a fun-filled family afternoon at the Palace Hotel as part of The Seafood FEAST. Our Chefs have designed a delectable menu for an intimate lunch with extended hours, and for our younger guests we have a special children's menu. Spend the...

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22 Sept 2018Open 12:00 - 18:00
Beach clean and music

Goodrington, Paignton

Love the seaside, love England's Seafood Coast.
Join us for a beach clean on Goodrington Sands and help keep our beaches beautiful. Afterwards come along to Cantina and enjoy a free hot drink on us. There will be live music too.
No booking needed,...

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23 Sept 2018Open 12:00 - 14:00
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Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust - Tots Go Wild!

Paignton

Harvest!
Summer has come to an end. Come and see what the harvest has to offer your tots.
Meeting point: Occombe Farm
Price: 5.00
Suitable for: Toddlers-5 yrs old
Additional information:
Babies can come at no charge. Booking essential.

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Occombe Farm, Paignton

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Paella Evening

Torquay

Enjoy the Spanish experience at Below Decks as we welcome back our popular Paella evenings for 2018. Our Paella evenings were one of our most popular events of the past few years, so we have decided to bring them back on a regular basis this year. ...

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Torquay United FC Home Fixtures

Plainmoor, Torquay

Come on down to the English Riviera and support your team. Or ours!
If you need accommodation book online at www.englishriviera.co.uk

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Torquay United AFC Ltd, Torquay

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Harry and Chris Save the World

Paignton

Harry and Chris are the hottest comedy-rap-jazz duo out there. They might also be the only one. After sell-out runs of their 2016 and 2017 shows at the Edinburgh Fringe, Harry Baker and Chris Read have been featured three times on ‘The Russell...

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Palace Theatre Paignton, Paignton

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6 Oct 2018
Murder Mystery at Torquay Museum - The Curse of Amenhotep

Torquay

6pm - 8pm (If this event sells out there will be an additional event from 8:30pm – 10:30pm)
Tickets £25 each

Torquay Museum is the unique setting for an exciting and unusual fully interactive Ancient Egyptian Murder Mystery evening. A priceless...

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Torquay Museum, Torquay

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6 Oct 2018
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