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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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Torbay Pride

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

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

The Rowcroft Sleep Walk Paignton and Torquay Devon

The Sleep Walk is back! After a short break, our much-loved Sleep Walk returns with a new route on…

Country & Western Night, Paignton Library

Join us for another incredible Library Late at Paignton Library. Start the evening with some Line…

Paignton Harbour Markets

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

Celebration, Babbacombe Theatre

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

The Queen of Crime Waves, part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

This event is part of the English Riviera Walking Festival. Agatha Christie regularly swam at…

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…

Shiver Me Timbers 10K Race

Take on the Shiver Me Timbers 8 mile trail event along the Coast Path in Torbay. Your hunt for the…

The Last Laugh, Princess Theatre, Torquay

The Last Laugh is a “brilliant” (The Telegraph) smash-hit, West End play which imagines three of…

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

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

Mary Gillett

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

Jasper Carrott, Babbacombe Theatre

Comedy legend Jasper Carrott in a night of comedy heaven. With a career that spans decades, the…

Alfie Moore: Acopalypse Now, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

The Four Horsemen of Rising Crime, Global Warming, AI and Culture Wars are galloping towards us.…

Sunset Solstice Yoga Connection, part of the English Riviera Walking Festival

Celebrate the Summer Solstice in an extraordinary location This unique yoga and guided walk event…

The Stars of Tomorrow, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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…

English Riviera Bike Night, Paignton, Devon

Wednesday Bike Nights take place on the Eastern Esplande, Paignton, presented by Riviera Charity…

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Torquay Punk Assembly, Arena Torquay

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

Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

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

Festival of Archaeology, Torquay, Devon

2025 Festival of Archaeology The Council for British Archaeology’s Festival of Archaeology will…

Walk Right Back - The Everly Brothers Story, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Immerse yourself in a wave of pure rock and roll nostalgia with Walk Right Back! Presented by the…

Torbay Steam Fair, Churston, Near Brixham, Devon

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

Paignton Harbour Markets

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

Grand Live Piano - The Grand Hotel

Grand Live Piano Join us for an exciting evening of live music with the incredible Michelle Blamey,…

Celebration, Babbacombe Theatre

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

Mary Gillett

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

The Eras Experience: Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna

The producers of Only One Direction and Harry Styles Tribute present the mesmerising The Eras…

Horseracing at Newton Abbot Racecourse, Devon

Experience the excitement of an action-packed day at the races and make lasting memories at Newton…

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…

English Riviera Bike Night, Paignton, Devon

Wednesday Bike Nights take place on the Eastern Esplande, Paignton, presented by Riviera Charity…

Just married couple viewing the bay from Wedding Open Days - The Imperial Hotel

Wedding Open Days Guests will be welcomed to our special Wedding Open day event with a glass of…

Bubble & Bop at Pennywell Farm!

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

Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours

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

Pedal Car Grand Prix, Torquay, Devon

A fast paced afternoon where teams compete to see who can complete the most laps of our race track.…

The Ultimate 70s Show, image of a group posing in front of a crowd

Travel back in time and relive the sights and sounds of the seventies! The Ultimate 70s Show rolls…

21st Century ABBA

Get ready for an electrifying live performance from the ABBA Tribute Band that brings the music to…

Enchanting Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village

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

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…

BLDSA Long Distance Swimming Championships, Torquay, Devon

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

Joey the Lips

During an amazing 32 years on the road, the band has played throughout the UK and Europe across a…

Dining service on the Southend to Kingswear Steam Train Journey

Embark on one of the most picturesque railway journeys in England and savour a day filled with…

Major Events

Highlights

Torbay Steam Fair, Churston, Near Brixham, Devon

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

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…

Torbay Pride

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

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…

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 –…

Torbay Royal Regatta

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

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…

South West Sardine Festival

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

Heathers the Musical, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

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

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…

Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

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

Lanterns, Lights and ‘luminations - Brixham

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

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…

Torbay Jazz Festival

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

six, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer

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

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…

Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

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

Michael Ball, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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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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