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What’s On in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham

Featured Events

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. England's Seafood FEAST
    In September every year, England's Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  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…

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…

A group of people walking along the South West Coast Path between Paignton and Brixham.

Pack your rucksacks, fill your flasks, dig out your walking boots and join us at the English…

Brixham Town Band - Brixham Quayside Concerts

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

The exterior of Greenway House owned by the National Trust, Brixham, English Riviera.

This event is part of the English Riviera Walking Festival. This delightful corner of the English…

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…

Celebration, Babbacombe Theatre

Audiences have come to expect a magical and memorable theatre experience at the Babbacombe Theatre,…

Brixham Art and Craft Market, Brixham, Devon

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

The Carole King and James Taylor Songbook poster

Following a critically acclaimed sell out run at The Edinburgh Festival The Carole King & James…

Picture of Robin Ince alongside the cover of the two books he has out this year.

Paignton Library is excited to be hosting a talk and Q&A with Robin Ince - comedian, author,…

A group of people at Sharpham Wines, Sandridge Barton

This event is part of the English Riviera Walking Festival. Walking, wine and cheese – what’s not…

Burn the Floor presents Nikita Kuzmin - Supernova, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Strictly Come Dancing finalist and fan favourite Nikita Kuzmin takes centre stage in the explosive…

Silver Screen Club Royal Lyceum Theatre

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

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…

Enchanting Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village

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

Unleashed Theatre Company Presents: Crosslight, Royal Lyceum Theatre, Torquay

“A fascinating psychological drama… The show asks questions about what we learn through failure,…

B14 European and World Championships, Royal Torbay Yacht Club, Torquay

B14 European and World Championships (We are waiting for details of this event).

The Stars of Tomorrow, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Taking place over two consecutive evenings, this vibrant production celebrates the next generation…

Mary Gillett

Come and explore 21 Journeys, an exhibition that brings together a diverse range of…

Babbacombe Midsummer Street Party, Reddenhill Road, Torquay, Devon

Mid-Summer Babbacombe Street Party on Reddenhill Road. Live stage with music acts every hour,…

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…

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

Experience an exclusive lunch or evening spa session at our luxurious South Devon spa with full…

Exterior of Brixham Yacht Club

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

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Brixham Town Band - Brixham Quayside Concerts

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

Agatha Christie's Towards Zero, Palace Theatre

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

Group of walkers on the coast path, blurred sea behind and gorse in the forefront

Join the volunteer walking team on a free guided walk every month. The first walk of 2026 is on…

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…

Children performing a dance

Hadestown: Teen Edition https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co…

Brixham Orpheus Male Voice Choir Concert Old Fish Quay Brixham men singing on the quay

An hour of singing from the award winning Brixham Orpheus Voice Male Voice Choir on Briham Old Fish…

Cheese Tasting Experience, Kents Cavern Caves

Step into an unforgettable night where history, flavour and music come together beneath the ground…

Derren Brown: Only Human, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Prepare to be astonished! The multi award-winning master of mind control and psychological…

Events at Brixham Battery Heritage Centre, Brixham. Devon

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

Celebration, Babbacombe Theatre

Audiences have come to expect a magical and memorable theatre experience at the Babbacombe Theatre,…

Sarah McQuaid with a guitar

Sarah McQuaid's lush, velvety voice combines with her engaging personality and "brilliant…

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…

Summer of Play at Greenway, National Trust, Brixham

It's time for Summer of Play! Discover every flavour of play at Greenway from 18 July - 2…

Brixham Art and Craft Market, Brixham, Devon

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

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…

Torquay Punk Assembly, Arena Torquay

SHAM 69 - Original '77 Line-Up (Live) The Torquay Punk Assembly brings together generations of punk…

MoonAge - The Best of Bowie Tribute Band, Brixham Theatre

Space Oddity, Life on Mars, Ziggy Stardust, Starman, Jean Genie, Let’s Dance, China Girl, Ashes to…

Garden border design workshop at Coleton Fishacre

This after hours workshop will walk guests through the key stages of creating a successful border,…

Summer Spectacular at the Livermead House Hotel

Free drinks reception on arrival, professional photos to download. 4 course silver service dinner…

Mercury - The Ultimate Queen Tribute, Princess Theatre, Torquay

For over a quarter century, Mercury has risen to the top, achieving premier status as the authentic…

Silver Screen Club Royal Lyceum Theatre

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

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…

Picture of the Brixham Orpheus Male Voice Choir singing

The award winning Brixham Orpheus Male Voice Choir along with Carport Extension and the Rowcroft…

Agatha Christie Sea Swim Weekend, group of swimmers

The Agatha Christie Sea Swim will be returning with a brand-new format over the weekend of Saturday…

Major Events

Highlights

Michael Ball, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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…

Agatha Christie's Towards Zero, Palace Theatre

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

Miriam's Full English LIVE, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

The Agatha Christie Festival

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

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…

Alan Carr, Princess Theatre

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

South West Sardine Festival

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

Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

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

Torbay Royal Regatta

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

Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer

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

six, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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…

Children's Week, Paignton Green

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

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…

Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

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

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…

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 group of people walking along the South West Coast Path between Paignton and Brixham.

Pack your rucksacks, fill your flasks, dig out your walking boots and join us at the English…

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…

Torbay Jazz Festival

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

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 –…

Lanterns, Lights and ‘luminations - Brixham

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

Heathers the Musical, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

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

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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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