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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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Torre Abbey

inDISPOSABLE is a public art project working with marginalised, nomadic and street attached…

An Audience at the Palace - Christopher Wilson/TP Fielden, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

Monthly talks with interesting folk on fabulous subjects! A time to socialise, discuss and learn…

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

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

Live Forever - The Rise of Britain's Greatest Rock 'n' Roll Band, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Introducing 'Live Forever’ – a celebration of music from, and a tribute to, the greatest rock ’n’…

Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

The Greatest British Sitcom of All Time Was Set in Torquay! Celebrate the story of Fawlty Towers,…

K-POP LIVE, Arena Torquay

K-POP LIVE is HERE! The ULTIMATE TRIBUTE to the global K-pop phenomenon This isn't just a…

John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett

An amazing and irreverent performance by two master entertainers. The contrast of Willy's deadpan…

QUEENZ: Drag Me To The Disco!, Princess Theatre, torquay

Direct from London’s West End and following their sensational Las Vegas debut, these fearless and…

Celebration, Babbacombe Theatre

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

Crowd at Torquay United Football Club

Torquay United was formed in 1899. Find all of the latest information on matches and fixtures here.…

The Fleetwood Mac Songbook, Arena Torquay

✨ EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF FLEETWOOD MAC AT ARENA TORQUAY ✨ Earning rave reviews wherever they play…

Valentine’s Dinner at the Cary Arms & Spa

Mark Valentine’s Day with an elegant evening of dining overlooking Babbacombe Bay. Our special…

Two Night Valentine’s Getaway in Devon at Cary Arms & Spa

Tickets are now on sale at £25 per person (£10 can be redeemed against any Temple Spa products on…

Quiz Night, Brixham Yacht Club

Quiz - 8pm start in the Brixham Yacht Club -Overgang Rd (up hill from fishmarket) . It is normally…

The Ed Sheeran Experience, Arena Torquay

The Ultimate Ed Sheeran Experience! ✨Calling all Sheerios!! Let's build Arena Torquay into your…

The Ghost Train

Written By Arnold Ridley Directed by Lisa Phillips A COMEDY THRILLER Six passengers find…

K-pop dance workshop

Join us this Lunar new year for a fun K-pop day at Paignton Library. Learn a choreographed dance…

Studio Image

Artizan Collective is proud to present a comprehensive showcase of the artists currently in…

Beauty and the Beast Adult Panto, Babbacombe Theatre

Tale as old as time? Not this one! Beauty's looking for love — but instead finds herself trapped in…

Fisherman's Friends, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

In celebration of performing together for over 30 years on stages across the world, Fisherman’s…

Rapunzel, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

Rapunzel, Rapunzel let down your hair!” From TaleGate Theatre Productions, the team that brought…

Water Sound Bath Experience at Cary Arms & Spa

Float, listen, and reconnect. Step into a unique sensory journey at the Cary Arms & Spa—where…

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…

Boyzlife, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Two of the world’s biggest bands Boyzone and Westlife come together, for the very first‐time…

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Torre Abbey

inDISPOSABLE is a public art project working with marginalised, nomadic and street attached…

Vintage Extravaganza - Lupton House

🎉 Vintage Fair at Lupton House – Saturday 28th March 2026 🎉 Step back in time and immerse…

Mother's Day at the Imperial Hotel, Torquay

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a beautifully crafted Afternoon Tea served with stunning views across…

Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare

A full-scale production set in a world of rivalry, rebellion, and forbidden love. In the heat of…

Car-Less Boot Sale, Riviera Centre

No car? No problem! Get Spring ready with us at the CAR-LESS BOOT SALE Too much clutter? Unwanted…

Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

£25.95 per person served with an arrival drink and gift for Mum. Tables available between 12pm and…

Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute to the Music of Meatloaf

Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits…

Yoga in the Caves

Allow yourself to completely relax with no distractions and just the gentle drip of water as…

Matt Forde: Defying Calamity. Matt Forde in Place of Galinda, Wicked whispering in Elphaba's ear, similar to original photo

In his biggest live tour to date leading political comedian Matt Forde (The Royal Variety…

The Seeger Sessions Revival, Palace Theatre, Paignton

“Not music being written but music being made” – Bruce Springsteen. The Seeger Sessions Revival –…

An Audience at the Palace - Christopher Wilson/TP Fielden, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

Monthly talks with interesting folk on fabulous subjects! A time to socialise, discuss and learn…

Rage meets Funk: The Ultimate 90s Rock Night, Arena Torquay

RAGE MEETS FUNK: THE ULTIMATE 90s ROCK NIGHT - Thursday, March 20th, 2026 - Torquay Arena (1200…

The Grand Wedding Fair

Plan your perfect day at The Grand Torquay Wedding Fair. Free entry, expert suppliers, welcome…

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

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

An evening with Sir Geoff Hurst MBE

Sir Geoff Hurst MBE secured a unique place in the history of football in 1966 when he became the…

Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

The Greatest British Sitcom of All Time Was Set in Torquay! Celebrate the story of Fawlty Towers,…

Cabaret In The Bay

OUR BIGGEST FUNDRAISER EVER - Cabaret in the Bay! Kindly sponsored by Steamer Quay, get your glam…

Macbeth, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

Dickens Theatre Company present the Bard’s bloodiest tragedy! This fresh new adaptation of the…

Into The Woods

TBGS PRESENTS….Into the Woods! Into the Woods intertwines your favourite fairy tale…

Fearlessly Taylor - An international tribute to the music of Taylor Swift

Fearlessly Taylor International tribute "Fearlessly Taylor" is performed by the brilliant…

Celebration, Babbacombe Theatre

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

Mother's Day 3-Course Menu

Mother's Day 3-Course Lunch Tables available between 12pm and 3pm Live Music from Emma Matthews…

Elvis – Eras of the King starring Louis Brown, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay, Devon

Re-live how Elvis rose to fame as Louis performs the hits from 1956 when Elvis first hit stardom to…

The Princess Proms, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Calling all Princesses & Princes, we invite you to an enchanting concert singing the magical themes…

Major Events

Highlights

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…

Brixham Pirate Festival. Brixham, Devon

The annual Brixham Pirate Festival, with a crew made up of first-time brigands and buccaneers, held…

Miriam's Full English LIVE, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

Blue - 25th Anniversary Tour, Princess Theatre

The Blue boys are back in town! Simon Webbe, Duncan James, Antony Costa and Lee Ryan are ready to…

Walking with Mammoths and Neanderthals part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Discover what life was like on the…

Visit of Vista Cruise Ship, Tor Bay, Devon

Step aboard Vista and you’ll discover a dramatic new way of seeing the world. Vista invites you to…

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…

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…

Heritage Open Days, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Devon

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

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, 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…

The Big Tackle, Rowcroft Hospice, Torquay, Devon

Grab your mates, and join Rowcroft Hospice’s annual event – The Big Tackle – on Saturday 7 March…

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…

Fawlty Towers - The Play, Princess Theatre, Torquay,

The ‘Greatest British Sitcom of All Time’ (Radio Times) is back - this time on stage! Nearly 50…

Torbay Royal Regatta, Royal Torbay Yacht Club, Torquay

Torbay Royal Regatta We are waiting for details of this event

Torbay Steam Fair, Churston, Near Brixham, Devon

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

The Agatha Christie Festival presents A Spring Gathering

After the sell-out success of the inaugural Spring Gathering in April 2025, we are delighted to be…

Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

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

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…

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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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