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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

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
Devon Bonfire & Firework Displays 2018

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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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24 Nov 2018
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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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
England's Seafood FEAST

England’s Seafood FEAST
England’s Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses between 20th September and 6th October 2019. For 2 weeks you will be able to immerse yourself in England’s Seafood FEAST (view the programme here), eating...

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20 Sept 2019to6 Oct 2019

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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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Stone Age Sessions - Kents Cavern

Torquay

Stone Age school is back! Take part in a session
Each child will leave every session with something that they have made and a badge to show their new Stone Age skill.
All sessions will be based on site at Kents Cavern, within the woodland trail and...

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Kents Cavern Torquay, Torquay

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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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17 Nov 2018to24 Dec 2018
Advent Fair & Craft Market

Dartington

A magical day for all the family at our beautiful school featuring the Crystal Cave, the Angel Garden, Candle-dipping, Kid's Crafts and Workshops, Pony Rides, Treasure Hunt, Story-telling, Fireside Whittling, Live Music, plenty of Home-made Food and...

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17 Nov 2018Open 10:00 - 16:00
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.
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Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust - Foodie Gift Making for Families

Paignton

Get Christmas off to a festive start with a morning or afternoon of edible gift making for big and little kids. Make seasonal treats like reindeer poops, angel's snowdrops, carrot muffins ( for Rudolph) and decorate gingerbread hearts and stars for...

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Occombe Farm, Paignton

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24 Nov 2018
Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust - Tots Go Wild!

Paignton

ots come along to Occombe Farm to discover the sights, smells and colours of autumn.
09.30 - 11.00am
Meeting point: Occombe Farm
Price: £5
Suitable for: Toddlers - 5yr olds
Additional information:
Babies can come at no charge. All children must...

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Occombe Farm, Paignton

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Coleton Aglow - Coleton Fishacre

Kingswear

Discover Coleton Fishacre in a new light; the house and garden are lit for an opulent 1920s Christmas party. The illuminated route leads you around the garden and inside to see the festivities of the house decorated for a 1920s Christmas party....

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