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What’s On in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham

Featured Events

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  1. 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.
  2. English Riviera Airshow
    The spectacular English Riviera Airshow will return the last weekend in May. Make a weekend of it and stay over to explore all that the English Riviera has to offer during this fabulous weekend.
  3. 2026 ICF SUP World Cup English Riviera
    From 24–28 June 2026, the English Riviera will come alive with the Paddle UK SUPER Festival and the SUP World Cup. Set against the turquoise waters and sheltered bays of Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham, this five-day celebration of stand-up paddle boarding brings together elite athletes, community paddlers, and newcomers ready to try something new. in the English Riviera - Home of Stand Up Paddle Boarding.
  4. Torbay Pride
    A weekend 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. England's Seafood FEAST
    In September every year, England's Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses.
  8. 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.
  9. What's On Next Month
    Find out What's On on the English Riviera throughout the year.
  10. 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…

Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

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

Exterior of Greenway House, the holiday home of Dame Agatha Christie

The Agatha Christie Experience A coastal escape inspired by the Queen of Crime Step into the pages…

LET'S ROCK THE 70s Babbacombe Theatre artists performing on stage

LET's ROCK THE 70s is an electrifying live show that captures the spirit of the 1970s with…

Luke Combs UK, Arena Torquay

The world's leading full band tribute to Grammy nominated country megastar Luke Combs! Friday 24th…

dIRE sTREETS, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

The six-piece band is made up of some of the country’s top tribute musicians and delivers a…

Agatha Christie walkers

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

Enchanting Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village

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

Brixham Art and Craft Market, Brixham, Devon

Brixham Art & Craft Market is managed by Brixham Chamber and supported by Tor Bay Harbour. It takes…

Gallery Image

Discover the power of female creativity at the Artizan Women's Open 2026, a prestigious curated…

Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon

So why not get yourself down to Union Street in Torquay and say Hello and to our lovely traders and…

Discovery Evenings at Kents Cavern

Discovery Evenings at Kents Cavern You'll have the option to ask questions and discuss findings in…

Finding Balance - an exhibition by artist, JPR Stitch at Torre Abbey

We live in a busy world, with noise and distractions at every turn, but occasionally, we need to…

Terry Pratchett- Fantasy day, paignton Library

Celebrate the incredible work of Terry Pratchett at Paignton Library's fantasy themed day. Join the…

Speaking Of Murder: When the stakes are high - why stop at just one murder...?

Written by William & Audrey Roos Directed by Andrew Kenyon A THRILLER After the tragic death of…

Brixham Fish Market Tour, Brixham, Devon

Prior to the tour, you will be met at 6.15am outside the fish market gates, at the blue tower in…

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…

Giles Robson - blues vocalist and harmonica player

Giles Robson: Vocals and harmonica, Adam Sweet: Guitar Blues Music Award Winner Giles Robson…

Flora Whispers Exhibition - Cockington Court

We’re embracing the arrival of spring at Cockington Court with our upcoming exhibition, Flora…

Torbay Tracks Exhibition at Torquay Museum

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

Susie Dent - Word Perfect

A brand-new tour of the joys of the English language with ‘Britain’s best-loved…

The Invisible man Paignton Theatre

The thought of invisibility, and the advantages it could bring to someone, has captured the…

Topper National Series, Paignton, Devon

ITCA (Topper) South West Traveller - Dinghy racing, approximately 130 boats launching from the…

Silver Screen Club Royal Lyceum Theatre

Classic Silver Screen movies shown at The Royal Lyceum Theatre. We recommend those with…

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Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer

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

Jive Talkin’ perform the Bee Gees, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show…

Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours

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

Exterior of Greenway House, the holiday home of Dame Agatha Christie

The Agatha Christie Experience A coastal escape inspired by the Queen of Crime Step into the pages…

Steeleye Span – Folk Rock Pioneers

Folk Rock Pioneers – Steeleye Span – in Concert 2026 Together for fifty six years now, Steeleye…

TOOTS & THE MAYTALS - Reggae Got Soul' 50th Anniversary Tour 1976–2026

The Maytals formed in the 1960s and updated their name to Toots and the Maytals for their debut…

Brixham Comedy Club - Featuring some of the UK's biggest live acts (Suitability 18+)

After a string of sold-out shows, Brixham Comedy Club has quickly built a reputation for bringing…

Fleetwood Bac Babbacombe Theatre artists performing on stage

Fleetwood Bac were the world's first and regarded as the most authentic Fleetwood Mac tribute show,…

Dick and Dom - DNB Rave, Arena Torquay

From opening Boomtown to tearing up stages at the F1 British Grand Prix, Kendal Calling,…

Mersey Beatles, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world’s favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab…

Events at Brixham Battery Heritage Centre, Brixham. Devon

During the year, Along with our normal opening hours, The battery organise open days at the…

GOOD TIMES - A Tribute to Nile Rogers & Chic, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

Get ready to groove with Good Times, the ultimate tribute to the legendary Nile Rodgers & Chic!…

Agatha Christie walkers

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

Enchanting Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village

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

Mamma Mia! - Grand Hotel

Mamma Mia! Sunday 24th May 2026 Featuring Pure ABBA – Live on the Terrace! Get ready to say “Mamma…

Amazing Animals, Babbacombe Theatre

If you love animals, then you are going to love this show. A show dedicated to and celebrating all…

Brixham Art and Craft Market, Brixham, Devon

Brixham Art & Craft Market is managed by Brixham Chamber and supported by Tor Bay Harbour. It takes…

Torbay Pride

Saturday 16th May - Eurovision Watch Party @ The Hideaway, Torwood Street, Torquay We are waiting…

Paignton Open for Single Handed Dinghies (POSH), Paignton, Devon

Paignton Open for Single Handers (POSH) was founded in 2012 as a replacement for our Spring Regatta…

Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon

So why not get yourself down to Union Street in Torquay and say Hello and to our lovely traders and…

The Invisible Man, Brixham Theatre

The thought of invisibility, and the advantages it could bring to someone, has captured the…

Dean Friedman Babbacombe Theatre

Hailed by critics and fans alike as a one of the finest songwriters of his generation, Dean…

Carmen

Senbla presents Ellen Kent’s Farewell Opera Tour featuring Opera International Kyiv, Ukraine, with…

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…

Major Events

Highlights

Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer

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

Simon Akeroyd’s Tree-mendous garden walk, Part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Would you like to find out more about…

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…

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

ENGLAND'S SEAFOOD FEAST - Save the dates: 26th September – 12th October 2025 Dive into England’s…

Snap & stroll – a quirky beach photo walk, part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Turn an ordinary beach walk into a…

Serenity by the sea – a coastal yoga escape, part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Find your flow along the English…

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 –…

Painting and Pimms Coastal Walk, part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Painting and Pimms – now that’s a…

Miriam's Full English LIVE, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

Visit of MS Marina Cruise Ship, Tor Bay, Devon

MS Marina is an Oceania-class cruise ship, which was constructed at Fincantieri's Sestri Ponente…

The Agatha Christie Festival

The programme can be viewed by carrying out a diary search via www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on…

View of the Offshore and Bays Festival

The Offshore & Bays Festival, in aid of the RNLI, is on the 9th & 10th May this year, and will be…

Michael Ball, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

Torbay Pride, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon

A day of family fun where everyone is welcome! Our pride events are always inclusive, great fun and…

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

The naturally inspiring sky of the English Riviera is ready to host the Bays flagship event. From…

Heritage Open Days, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Devon

Heritage Open Days is England's largest community led festival of history and culture, involving…

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…

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…

International Stand Up Paddling World Cup to be held on the English Riviera.

2026 ICF SUP World Cup English Riviera From 24–28 June 2026, the English Riviera will come alive…

Agatha Christie's Towards Zero, Palace Theatre

A Dramatic Agatha Christie Experience on the English Riviera in 2026 Agatha Christie fans should…

Torbay Steam Fair, Churston, Near Brixham, Devon

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

A Coastal Sensory Journey, part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Awaken your senses and build a deeper…

South West Sardine Festival

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

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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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