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  1. 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.
  2. Train of Lights
    The Devon Train of Lights is an illuminated festive spectacle guaranteed to wow new and returning visitors of all ages.
  3. Christmas & New Year
    Christmas and New Year are a great time to visit the English Riviera. The attractions in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham put on a glittering selection…
  4. Winter Breaks
    Snuggling up in front of a roaring log fire with a loved one. Exploring the stunning, wild winter landscape. Or Christmas shopping in the vibrant…
  5. Christmas & New Year Breaks
    Sometimes it’s nice to get away for the festive period and spend Christmas and New Year with family and friends by the sea! Whether you’re looking…
  6. Fireworks & Bonfire Night
    There are bonfire and firework displays all year round on The English Riviera. Your short trip or holiday in Torbay, Devon is sure to go off with a…

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  1. Beauty & The Beast, Arena Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    28 Dec 2025Open 13:00 -
    From:
    29 Dec 2025Open 13:00 -

    Address

    Arena Torquay, 39-41 Torwood Street, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1DZ

    Telephone

    01803 467039

    Price

    Price £16.00 Per Ticket

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    28 Dec 2025Open 13:00 -
    From:
    29 Dec 2025Open 13:00 -

    Here ye, here ye!

    Be our guest this Christmas and enjoy a tale as old as time with Hot Rock Productions as they bring to the Arena stage the story of Beauty and the Beast this festive season.

    Live at Arena Torquay
    Sunday 28th December & Monday…

    Type

    Type:

    New Year

    Price

    Price £16.00 Per Ticket

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  2. Dates

    From:
    20 Dec 2025to4 Jan 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30

    Address

    Babbacombe Model Village, Hampton Avenue, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LA

    Telephone

    01803 315315

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    20 Dec 2025to4 Jan 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30

    Visit Babbacombe Model Village this Christmas and enjoy festive scenes during the day & night, plus magical illuminations with lots of Christmas sparkle and festive lighting.

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas

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  3. Taylormania, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    21 Feb 2026

    Address

    Princess Theatre, Torbay Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EZ

    Telephone

    0844 871 7615

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    21 Feb 2026

    An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time.

    Katy Ellis a self obsessed ‘Swiftie’ with an incredible live band and dancers promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a…

    Type

    Type:

    Music

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  4. New Years Eve Appleby's Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    31 Dec 2025to1 Jan 2026

    Address

    Appleby's, Sea Front, Shedden Hill, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5TY

    Telephone

    +441803299332

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket

    Shedden Hill, Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    31 Dec 2025to1 Jan 2026


    Join us this New Years Eve. Entertainment with Steve Par bringing you songs from throughout the decades. Fancy dress encouraged. £5pp.

    Type

    Type:

    New Years Eve

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket

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  5. Cast, Arena Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    16 Jan 2026Open 18:00 - 01:00

    Address

    Arena Torquay, 39-41 Torwood Street, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1DZ

    Telephone

    01803 467039

    Price

    Price £35.00 Per Ticket

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    16 Jan 2026Open 18:00 - 01:00

    Cast are in the best position they've been in for decades. Last year's 'Love Is The Call' album earned a wave of critical acclaim and achieved the band's highest chart position in 25 years. And another huge moment followed with the news that they…

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    Price

    Price £35.00 Per Ticket

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  6. The Ghost Train

    Dates

    From:
    16 Feb 2026to21 Feb 2026

    Address

    Little Theatre, St Marks Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2EL

    Telephone

    01803 299330

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    16 Feb 2026to21 Feb 2026

    Written By Arnold Ridley
    Directed by Lisa Phillips

    A COMEDY THRILLER

    Six passengers find themselves stranded late at night in the waiting-room of an isolated Cornish railway station.

    Ignoring the ghostly tales and dire warnings of the…

    Type

    Type:

    Performance

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  7. Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours
    Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours
    Man laying down in front of the Agatha Christie bust
    Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours
    Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours
    Man laying down in front of the Agatha Christie bust

    Dates

    From:
    1 May 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    English Riviera Visitor Information Centre, Vaughan Parade, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG

    Telephone

    07414 777606

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 May 2025to31 Dec 2025

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

    This fascinating walking tour tells the story of her extraordinary life, which is as interesting as any of her novels. Whilst following the stunning…

    Type

    Type:

    Walking

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  8. Adele The Candlelight Concert, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    28 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00

    Address

    Babbacombe Theatre, Babbacombe Downs, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LU

    Telephone

    01803328385

    Price

    Price £28.00 Per Ticket

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    28 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00

    Prepare to be swept away by an unforgettable evening of soul-stirring music as Xperience Live proudly presents ‘The Music of Adele – The Candlelight Concert.’ Surrounded by a warm, glowing sea of candles, this breathtaking live experience celebrates…

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    Price

    Price £28.00 Per Ticket

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  9. The Stars of Tomorrow, Princess Theatre, Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    16 Feb 2026

    Address

    Princess Theatre, Torbay Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EZ

    Telephone

    0844 871 7615

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    16 Feb 2026

    Over 40 local theatre schools, singers, and groups unite for a spectacular showcase of youth performing arts.

    Taking place over two consecutive evenings, this vibrant production celebrates the next generation of performers and will include solo…

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

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