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What’s On in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham

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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. SUP World Cup 2026
    From 24–28 June 2026, the English Riviera will come alive with the Paddle UK SUPER Festival and the ICF 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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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…

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

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

Burns Night Supper at the Cary Arms & Spa

Celebrate Burns Night with a relaxed five-course supper inspired by traditional Scottish flavours,…

Torre Abbey

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

Water Sound Bath Experience at Cary Arms & Spa

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

Crowd at Torquay United Football Club

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

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…

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…

Agatha Christie walkers

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

Devon Young People's Theatre in association with TOADS Theatre Company

Come and support our young performers as they showcase their talent through monologues, scenes and…

Ceramics by Hannah Taylor

A Vibrant New Chapter at Fleet Walk Artizan Collective is thrilled to present Happy Heart, Garden…

What's Love Got To Do With It? A Tribute To Tina Turner, Princess Theatre, Torquay

After a sensational 2025 that saw over 60,000 Tina Turner fans across the UK singing, dancing, and…

Burns Night at The Grand Hotel

An Evening of Scottish Elegance & Tradition at The Grand Hotel. Join us for a distinguished…

if words were seeds, Torre Abbey

For his exhibition if words were seeds, land artist JAPPA has created seven new artworks that span…

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…

Happy Heart, Garden & Bones

Celebrate a new era for Artizan Collective at Fleet Walk! Join us on Monday, 19th January, for the…

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Flat Spin

Experience the Intrigue of Flat Spin. Join us for a riveting theatrical journey! Flat Spin, a…

Rapunzel, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

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

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…

Massaoke - Sing The Musicals, Princess Theatre, Torquay

DIRECT FROM LONDON’S WEST END The national tour of the greatest musicals of all time performed by a…

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…

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

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

Cheese Tasting Experience, Kents Cavern

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

The Ed Sheeran Experience, Arena Torquay

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

Jack Off The Beanstalk cow with horns

Get ready for the udderly cheeky, naughtiest version of Jack and the Beanstalk you’ve ever dared to…

Fisherman's Friends, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

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

February Half Term at Kents Cavern

Join us for an exciting half-term adventure at Kents Cavern! Explore our prehistoric caves and…

Torre Abbey

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

Celebration, Babbacombe Theatre

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

The Stars of Tomorrow, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

Taylormania, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording…

K-pop dance workshop

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

Water Sound Bath Experience at Cary Arms & Spa

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

GARETH GATES – BOYBAND IN THE BUFF, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

Get ready to scream like it's 1999! Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert -…

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’…

Friends the Musical Parody, Prrincess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

Get ready for non-stop laughs with your favourite Friends. FRIENDS! The Musical Parody, the hit New…

Boyzlife, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

Crowd at Torquay United Football Club

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

The Ghost Train

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

The Fleetwood Mac Songbook, Arena Torquay

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

The Agatha Christie Festival

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

Brixham Pirate Festival. Brixham, Devon

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

English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Festival 2023, English Riviera, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Devon

The Geopark Festival is back and better than ever! This week-long celebration allows you to delve…

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

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

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…

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…

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…

Heritage Open Days, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Devon

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

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…

Torbay Pride, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon

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

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 Royal Regatta, Royal Torbay Yacht Club, Torquay

Torbay Royal Regatta We are waiting for details of this event

Alan Carr, Princess Theatre

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

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…

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…

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…

The Big Tackle, Rowcroft Hospice, Torquay, Devon

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

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…

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…

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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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