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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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Cliff Railway Day - Babbacombe Cliff Railway

Torquay

A celebration of cliff railways around the country.
Surrounded by some of the most breathtaking scenery to be found in the UK, the Cliff Railway provides a vital and non-exhausting way for locals and holiday makers alike to soak up the peaceful…

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Babbacombe Cliff Railway, Torquay

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9 May 2020
CANCELLED - 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
UNESCO Geopark Festival

Torbay

The annual English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Festival is our chance to show how all the Geopark partners work together to share the wonders of our Geopark through an inspiring programme of activities and events.
Further details coming soon.…

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Geoplay Park Paignton, Paignton

Occombe Farm, Paignton

Torre Abbey, Torquay

Kents Cavern Torquay, Torquay

Cockington Court Craft Centre, Torquay

Seashore Centre, Paignton

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23 May 2020to31 May 2020
CANCELLED - 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.

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6 June 2020to7 June 2020
CANCELLED - 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.

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6 June 2020to7 June 2020
The John Ayres Ukulele Proms - Babbacombe Cliff Railway

Torquay

This incredible ukulele extravaganza is back.
For one day only, Oddicombe Beach will be filled with the sound of hundreds of ukuleles.
This is a particularly special event in our calendar, which was re-named in 2018 after John Ayres who was the…

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Babbacombe Cliff Railway, Torquay

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13 June 2020
Rotary Pedal Car Grand Prix

Torquay

A fast paced afternoon where teams compete to see who can complete the most laps of our race track on Torre Abbey Meadows. Entertainment throughout the day meaning a full timetable of family fun.
Watch the very competitive pedal car teams all…

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19 July 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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Dubs at the Beach

Paignton

Dubs at the Beach is a one day Volkswagen Show that takes place on Paignton Green. Volkwagen enthusiasts are invited to gather along a designated area of Paignton sea front and on the green (weather permitting) to showcase their vehicles and to…

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2 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

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 English Riviera.
Free berthing for yachts and dinghies is included in the entry…

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21 Aug 2020to24 Aug 2020
England's Seafood FEAST

England’s Seafood FEAST
England’s Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses between 18th September and 4th October 2020. For 2 weeks you will be able to immerse yourself in England’s Seafood FEAST (view the programme here), eating…

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18 Sept 2020to4 Oct 2020
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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28 Nov 2020
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POSTPONED - Superstars

Torquay

SuperStars is a word that conjures up an image of celebrities, who are usually regarded in high esteem and as being inspirational. Therefore, a show of that name, you’d expect to see something that was extraordinary and utterly…

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Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

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11 Feb 2020to21 Oct 2020Various Opening Times

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CANCELLED - Investigate spring in the garden - Greenway House

Brixham

Get close up to spring in the garden on this self-led family trail round the garden.
Booking not needed
Free event (admission applies)
10:30 - 16:00
Using microscopes, magnifying glasses, telescopes and more, explore the spring garden up close,…

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National Trust - Greenway, Brixham

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29 Mar 2020
CANCELLED - Rapunzel

TQ3 3HF, Paignton

Let your hair down and get tangled in a brand-new musical adaptation of the classic fairy tale, RAPUNZEL!
Immersion Theatre proudly presents a witty, tongue-in-cheek retelling of the family favourite complete with a laugh out loud script, a host of…

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Palace Theatre Paignton, Paignton

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29 Mar 2020
CANCELLED - Step into spring walk at Coleton Camp

DARTMOUTH

urround yourself with the sight of spring on a walk on the coast path, with sea views, wildlife and nature.
Booking essential
11:00 - 13:00
Join the walking team on a free guided circular walk from Coleton Camp.
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National Trust - Greenway, Brixham

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29 Mar 2020
CANCELLED - Easter Activities at Cockington Court

Cockington, Torquay

Easter Activities at Cockington Court
We have some exciting childrens activities planned for the Easter Holidays, including a fun Easter Trail to follow around the gardens of Cockington Court. Pick up your trail sheets from the Visitor Welcome Point…

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30 Mar 2020to13 Apr 2020
CANCELLED - Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust - Meet Our Animals

Preston, Paignton

Come and discover the farm animals of Occombe and even get the chance to feed some of them!
Meeting point: Occombe Farm Community Kitchen
Suitable for: All Ages
Additional information: Booking is Essential. All attendees must pay and all…

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Occombe Farm, Paignton

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POSTPONED - Torbay and South West England Festival (Dance section)

PAIGNTON

Information available shortly.
The Palace Theatre is set in the heart of Paignton and is really has a community feel to it. The Theatre is proud to work with local community groups and projects to establish itself as a place of entertainment and…

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Palace Theatre Paignton, Paignton

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30 Mar 2020to8 Apr 2020

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