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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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Torquay Christmas Carnival Procession

Torquay

Get into the festive spirit at this seasonal event! See the spectacle of decorated floats from the Devon Carnival circuit and local community groups. All monies collected go to local charities.

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16 Nov 2019
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Lanterns, Lights and ‘luminations

Brixham

Brixham will celebrate its Christmas Lights Switch on with a ‘Lanterns, Lights and ‘luminations’ parade.
Venue: The Quay, Middle Street, Fore Street, Strand, Kings Street.
Brixham Christmas Lights Switch On Event.
10 am to 1 pm - A FREE Lantern…

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Paignton Lantern Festival

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Paignton 'Festival of Light' (Lantern Parade)
Saturday 8th December 2018. Procession starts at 4pm.
Meet at 3.45pm in Torbay Park (opposite Pirate Bay Adventure Golf).
Dig out your Christmas jumpers, grab your lanterns, join our light procession…

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7 Dec 2019
BrixFest Brixham

Brixham

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 money in the local shops and restaurants.

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23 May 2020to27 May 2020
English Riviera Airshow

Paignton

Events are centred around Paignton Green, with free entertainment for all the family, including exhibition stands, bars, food stalls, display teams, inflatable slides, bouncy castles and fairground rides. Torbay Airshow visitors can also indulge in…

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6 June 2020to7 June 2020
The English Riviera Airshow

Paignton

Events are centred around Paignton Green, with free entertainment for all the family, including exhibition stands, bars, food stalls, display teams, inflatable slides, bouncy castles and fairground rides. Torbay Airshow visitors can also indulge in…

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6 June 2020to7 June 2020
Paignton Festival (Torbay Carnival Week)

Paignton

Paignton Festival is run by a small team of dedicated volunteers, who rely solely off donations from the public and local businesses and traders. Without financial support from them they would be unable to put on this successful event every year…

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25 July 2020to2 Aug 2020
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.
If you're looking for a unique gift, a special work…

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Cockington Court Craft Centre, Torquay

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5 Aug 2020
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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8 Aug 2020to16 Aug 2020
Torbay Royal Regatta

Torquay

TORBAY ROYAL REGATTA 2019
August 24th to 26th over the Bank Holiday Weekend
Three great days of racing for IRC and Cruiser Classes, Sportsboats, PY Dinghies and Junior Classes with racing taking place on the fine sailing waters of Torbay on the…

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21 Aug 2020to24 Aug 2020

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Grey Cars Coach Trips

Newton Abbot

Our day trips and short breaks run throughout the year and vary from picturesque drives over Dartmoor to shopping trips in Bristol and Cardiff; two night breaks in London to longer holidays in Cornwall, Wales and all parts of England.
We are…

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Torquay United Fixtures 2019/20

Plainmoor, Torquay

Torquay United was formed in 1899. Find all of the latest information on matches and fixtures here. Come on down to The English Riviera and follow your team against the 'Gulls.

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Torquay United Football Club, Torquay

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Self-led Tree Trail - Coleton Fishacre

Brownstone Road, Kingswear

Would you like to find out more about trees in Coleton Fishacre garden?
Booking not needed
Take an opportunity to explore the garden at your own pace on our self-led tree trail. With information prepared by the garden team.
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Coleton Fishacre, Dartmouth

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16 Nov 2019to17 Nov 2019

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Winter Wonderland Grotto

Torquay

Winter Wonderland Grotto
ROTARY’S grotto welcomes visitors of all ages to Fleet Walk Shopping Centre for a spectacular sparkling festive wonderland.
Experience this amazing display which every year welcomes thousands of visitors through its door…

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16 Nov 2019to24 Dec 2019
Car Boot Sales

Newton Abbot

What better way to spend a Sunday morning than at a car boot sale at Newton Abbot Racecourse?
Whether you are buying or selling our car boot sales are not to be missed.
Gates open at 7am for both buyers and sellers. End times are subject to change…

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17 Nov 2019Open 07:00 - 12:00
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15 Dec 2019Open 07:00 - 12:00
Brixham Town Band

Records exist showing bands in Brixham since 1896. Now known as the Brixham Town Band we are a local brass band playing concerts on the Brixham quayside Monday and Thursday evenings throughout the summer. Go to our Studio page to hear tracks from…

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Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust - Tots Go Wild

Paignton

Wednesday 25th September 9.30am - 11.00am
Trees Glorious Trees!
The woods at Occombe Farm will come alive in an exciting morning for tots!
Meet us at the Occombe Yurt in the farm garden.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Due to space…

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Occombe Farm, Paignton

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Paignton Society Talks and Events

Paignton

Events will be at the Gerston Christian Centre, Gerston Place, Paignton (almost opposite the Post Office).
Members £2 non-members £3.
Refreshments included.
Enquiries: Tony Moss 01803 556969
tony.moss5@virginmedia.com

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21 Nov 2019
Devon Bonfire & Firework Displays 2019

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Wrap up warm, grab your friends and family and come and enjoy an awesome bonfire or fireworks night on The English Riviera.

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23 Nov 2019
Antique and Collectables Fair

Newton Abbot

Join us on selected Saturdays in 2019 for our Antiques and Collectables Fairs and wander amongst the stalls in search of some hidden treasures. Who knows what you could find!
Prices:
- General public admission – free of charge
- Stallholders:…

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23 Nov 2019Open 09:00 - 14:30

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