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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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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…

Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

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

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…

Fawlty Towers - The Play, Princess Theatre, Torquay,

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

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…

Stay and Rave: Hello Kitty Cat, Paignton Library

Join us at Paignton Library for a fun children's party. Popular party music, dress up and play…

SUP TWELVE Torbay

This is a Stand Up Paddle board endurance event in its FOURTH year that prides itself on a…

Lionel Digby: Rock Around the Bay, Royal Lyceum Theatre, Torquay

Lionel Digby presents Rock Around the Bay: a lively, feel-good evening packed with fantastic…

Easter Trail at Oldway Gardens

Oldway Gardens Volunteer Group are holding an Easter Trail.  Collect a trail sheet from the Tea Hut…

Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners, Princess theatre, Torquay

Seven Drunken Nights: The Story of The Dubliners, the world’s No.1 celebration of Ireland’s most…

Justin Live - Justin Time to Rock

Famous for his BAFTA Award-winning appearances in hit programmes including Something Special,…

BOADS Presents - The Ultimate Musical Rewind, Brixham Theatre

Celebrate 104 years of BOADS with The Ultimate Musical Rewind. A spectacular fundraising concert…

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…

The ContraBand, Palace Theatre Paignton

Five piece outfit The ContraBand bring fabulous vocal harmonies to a concert of great songs their…

Katie Hopkins Babbacombe Theatre picture of Katie Hopkins in a theatre dressing room

Katie's All new stand-up UK Tour 2026 is coming with this early-bird offer! Are you ready to…

Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

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

Exterior of Greenway House, the holiday home of Dame Agatha Christie

The Agatha Christie Experience A coastal escape inspired by the Queen of Crime Step into the pages…

Fast Love – The Tribute to George Michael, Babbacombe Theatre

Direct from London's West End, this is the world's favourite George Michael celebration! With a…

Bell Bottom Georgie, A Lainey Wilson Tribute

Bell Bottom Georgie, the UK’s ultimate tribute to Lainey Wilson Step into the world of Bell Bottom…

Colour-ing out coastline,, torre abbey

About the Exhibition Colour-ing in the Bay celebrates the vibrant, evolving artwork of local artist…

Easter Egg Hunt - Bygones, Torquay, Devon

Easter Egg Hunt 28th March- 19th April Find all the hidden eggs to claim your own! Included in…

Enchanting Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village

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

Torbay Tracks Exhibition at Torquay Museum

A new exhibition at Torquay Museum, celebrating local rail heritage. Torbay Tracks celebrates the…

X-TREME AIR, English Riviera Centre, Torquay

Don’t miss out! Secure your spot for the ultimate inflatable adventure. Hosted in the Arena,…

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Cinderella – P*ssed-Up Panto, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay, Devon

The Ultimate Adult Panto is back for it's 5th Anniversary Tour – and this year it's the turn of…

Brixham Pirate Festival. Brixham, Devon

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

Alfie Boe, Princess Theatre, Torquay

One of Britain’s most celebrated and best-loved tenors Alfie Boe, OBE, has announced a brand-new UK…

Cheese Tasting Experience, Kents Cavern Caves

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

Kerry Katona – Abba Mia, Babbacombe Theatre

KERRY KATONA stars in ‘ABBA MIA’ - The greatest party in the West End comes to you with the UK’s No…

The Invisible Man, Brixham Theatre

The thought of invisibility, and the advantages it could bring to someone, has captured the…

Nick Mohammed is Mr Swallow: Show Pony, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Star of The Celebrity Traitors, Taskmaster and Ted Lasso, Nick Mohammed returns as his critically…

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…

Paignton Comedy Club, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

Chuckl. Paignton with Marcus Brigstocke, Hal Cruttenden, Paul McCaffrey and Tony Marrese Get ready…

Seventh Avenue Arts presents: Simon and Garfunkel Through the Years, Palace Theatre,

Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows in the world, Simon & Garfunkel Through…

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…

Mamma Mia! - Grand Hotel

Mamma Mia! Sunday 24th May 2026 Featuring Pure ABBA – Live on the Terrace! Get ready to say “Mamma…

Jekyll and Hyde

Jekyll and Hyde: A very sensible farce! Step into the shadowy, fog-drenched streets of Victorian…

Grand Live Piano - The Grand Hotel

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

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…

Dean Friedman Babbacombe Theatre

Hailed by critics and fans alike as a one of the finest songwriters of his generation, Dean…

BCB Boxing Promotions presents A Night of Professional Boxing, Riviera Centre, Torquay

Black Country Boxing host professional boxing events, BCB run organise professional boxing shows…

Carmen

Senbla presents Ellen Kent’s Farewell Opera Tour featuring Opera International Kyiv, Ukraine, with…

Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

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

Exterior of Greenway House, the holiday home of Dame Agatha Christie

The Agatha Christie Experience A coastal escape inspired by the Queen of Crime Step into the pages…

James and Claire Taplin, hosts of English Riviera International Dance Festival at TLH

Join ‘Holiday & Dance’ and enjoy a unique experience at the TLH Victoria Hotel. Two beautiful…

Rob Lamberti Presents Perfectly George

Featuring the incredible voice of Rob Lamberti, this spectacular show has wowed audiences across…

A Night at the Museum, Torquay Museum

Join us at the Torquay Museum Fundraising Quiz to support the Museum and have fun with family and…

The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band - Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell Tribute

With unrivalled musical authenticity this multi-instrumentalist five-piece covers all the hits…

Major Events

Highlights

Brixham Pirate Festival. Brixham, Devon

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

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…

Children's Week, Paignton Green

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

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…

Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

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

Alan Carr, Princess Theatre

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

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…

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…

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…

Michael Ball, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

The Agatha Christie Festival

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

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…

Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

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

Torbay Pride, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon

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

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…

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 Royal Regatta

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

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…

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…

Fawlty Towers - The Play, Princess Theatre, Torquay,

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

Heritage Open Days, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Devon

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

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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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