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What’s On in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham

Featured Events

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  1. 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.
  2. England's Seafood FEAST
    In September every year, England's Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Torbay Pride
    A day 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.
  7. 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.
  8. What's On Next Month
    Find out What's On on the English Riviera throughout the year.
  9. 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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Agatha Christie's Towards Zero, Palace Theatre

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

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…

Coasteering Geopark 5* Grand Tour, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon

Our adventures are all about pushing boundaries, daring each other to go further and yes the banter…

Gilbert & Sullivan: Treasure Island The G&S Musical!
Royal Lyceum Theatre, Torquay

An exciting and innovative production loosely based on Robert Louis Stevenson's famous classic book…

Cèilidh for Torbay Communities

Join us for a fundraising Cèilidh, with the proceeds going towards Torbay Communities. Friday 10th…

Torquay Banjo Market, Princess Gardens, Torquay

The market features 35 stalls offering a wide range of handmade goods, international street food…

English Riviera Aquabike, Torre Abbey Sands, Torquay

Can't run or just don't like it? The English Riviera Aquabike (bike, swim) is for you. It starts…

Silver Screen Club Royal Lyceum Theatre

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

Galmpton Gooseberry Pie Fair, Nr Brixham, Devon

The Gooseberry Pie Fair is a village fair with a lot of history, dating back over 150 years. The…

Paignton Harbour Markets

Stalls will vary but normally include local produce, arts and crafts, pottery, jewellery etc…

Events at Brixham Battery Heritage Centre, Brixham. Devon

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

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…

Exterior of Brixham Yacht Club

We run Yacht racing series throughout the year – even in the Winter! IRC and Non-IRC fleets…

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…

Brixham Town Band - Brixham Quayside Concerts

Summer Season of Quayside Concerts Thursday’s at 8pm – June to September Weather permitting, plenty…

Summer Seafood BBQ at The Cary 2026

Join us on the terrace at The Cary Arms for a laid-back BBQ with unbeatable sea views and a menu…

A Night at The Oscars Murder Mystery Dinner, Grand Hotel,

A Night at The Oscars Murder Mystery Dinner Saturday 11 July 2026 7PM An Oscars inspired murder…

BLDSA Long Distance Swimming Championships, Torquay, Devon

The BLDSA Torbay Championship takes place across a large, semi-circular bay on the south coast of…

Teddy Bears' Picnic

To launch 'The Summer Book Quest' we will be having a Teddy Bears' Picnic! Join Puppet Paddington…

Agatha Christie walkers

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

performers lined up for the camera

New songs added 2026!! Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan are both ranked in Rolling Stone’s ‘Top Ten…

Wired for Sound - The Ultimate Cliff Richard Experience Babbacombe Theatre imaged of a Cliff Richard Impersonator on stage

This is your chance to experience the career of a true British legend – SIR CLIFF RICHARD – like…

ELO Again, Babbacombe Theatre

'DIRECT FROM THE WEST END' ELO Again are back with their stunning 'BACK to the BLUE' Tour…

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The Illegal Eagles, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the legendary West Coast Country Rock band The…

A circus performer holding lots of equipment in a comedic way including juggling batons and diablos.

Step right up, the circus has come to Greenway! Join Circus Berzercus and their performers for a…

The BIG VW Camp Out, Torbay Showground

The BIG VW Camp Out is the ultimate weekend getaway for Volkswagen lovers! Join a community of VW…

Anderton and Rowlands Fun Fair,  Paignton Green

Super Excited for this one 😎✈️🇬🇧✈️🇬🇧✈️

Stop-Motion Animation Workshop

Create your vessel and cast off! Design a boat using, paper, card and other materials then bring…

Picture of the artist

Direct from the USA, a critically- acclaimed revue featuring the incredible vocalist William Hicks…

Torre Abbey - Summer Fair, Torquay, Devon

Torre Abbey is thrilled to announce the return of our Annual Summer Fair! Join us for a day filled…

Wrong Jovi, The Arena, Torquay

One Wild Night Awaits... Multi-award-winning Wrong Jovi are back - and they're ready to give you…

Brixham Breakwater Race

Celebrate the 2nd year of the Breakwater Swim returning to the Torbay Swim Calendar! In 2026 we…

Performers at Circus Brazil

Step into the vibrant world of Circus Brazil, a spectacular celebration of colour, rhythm, and…

Torbay Literary Festival

The Torbay Literary Festival is being held at The Palace Theatre, Paignton between 10th-15th…

Creed Conventions Present: Torquay Comic Con

This will be a great day for families, sci-fi collectors, fans, and every other kind of Comic Con…

Nothing But a Good Time, image of musicians singing and playing electric base

The Rock Anthems Show Performing over two hours of the greatest rock anthems from the likes of Guns…

Gardening for nature at Coleton Fishacre, nr Brixham, Devon

During the tour, learn more about the practical steps the team take to garden with greater…

The Jungle Book - Children's Theatre, Torre Abbey Torquay

Immersion Theatre are thrilled to bring their trademark energy to their wildly entertaining musical…

Character Creation with Shri Gunasekara

This workshop will be run by Shri Gunasekara, a professional illustrator, graphic novel and comic…

Coasteering Geopark 5* Grand Tour, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon

Our adventures are all about pushing boundaries, daring each other to go further and yes the banter…

Summer of Play, Coleton Fishacre, Kingwear

Summer at sea begins here. Embark on a hands-on adventure packed with challenges and problem…

Roy Orbison & the Traveling Wilburys Experience, Brixham Theatre, Brixham

Paul Hopkins’ Roy Orbison & the Traveling Wilburys Experience   ** 11th Anniversary Special…

Dubs at the Beach, Paignton, Devon

Dubs at the Beach (DATB) is a one day Volkswagen show that takes place along a designated area of…

dS:uK - Tribute to Dire Straits Brixham Theatre, Brixham

“ DS:UK - The ON anoTHEr NIGHT TOUR - 2026 1991 brought us the final Dire Straits album - On…

Newton Abbot Country Show

Experience a fantastic summer day out at the Newton Abbot Country Show on Saturday 9th August at…

Bubble & Bop at Pennywell Farm!

Summer Fun at Pennywell Farm… We've got some very exciting summer vibes in the air… ✨ Bubble &…

Spray Art Workshop

Join Sound Communities this summer for a fun Spray Art Workshop in the Library. Learn to create art…

Major Events

Highlights

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

ENGLAND'S SEAFOOD FEAST  Dive into England’s Seafood FEAST on the English Riviera For seafood…

Michael Ball, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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…

The Agatha Christie Festival

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

Torbay Jazz Festival

Torbay Jazz Festival 2026 will take place from 30 October to 1 November, centred around the Riviera…

Heathers the Musical, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

Bill Kenwright Ltd & Paul Taylor-Mills present HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Welcome to Westerberg High,…

Children's Week, Paignton Green

5 Days of free children's entertainment on Paignton Green. Including Craft activities, Mascots,…

Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

Paignton Festival is run by a small team of dedicated volunteers, who rely solely off donations…

Agatha Christie's Towards Zero, Palace Theatre

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

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…

Alan Carr, Princess Theatre

Alan Carr’s back on tour and his lips are unsealed! With a big mouth and a talent for oversharing,…

Burn it Down Festival

Burn It Down Festival returns to Torquay from 3-5 September 2026. Now firmly established as the…

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…

Lanterns, Lights and ‘luminations - Brixham

The Lanterns, Lights & ‘luminations event will return for 2026, promising another festive…

South West Sardine Festival

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

Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer

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

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 –…

Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

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

Torbay Royal Regatta

The Torbay Royal Regatta will be taking place between August 21st -24th The event is open to IRC…

six, Princess Theatre, Torquay

The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX…

Torbay Steam Fair, Churston, Near Brixham, Devon

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

Miriam's Full English LIVE, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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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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