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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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Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

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

Celebration, Babbacombe Theatre

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

K-pop dance workshop

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

Rapunzel, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

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

Fisherman's Friends, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

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

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…

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…

Cheese Tasting Experience, Kents Cavern

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

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

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

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…

Family ART Drop In Days, Torre Abbey

FREE Family ART Drop In Days at Torre Abbey These seasonal, fun, drop-in days are designed for…

K-pop Demon Dance workshop (Soda Pop)

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

Psychic Sally, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay, Devon

The nation's favourite psychic is back on tour! Sally has been wowing theatre audiences young and…

John Otway & Wild Willy Barrett

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

K-pop performance workshop

Join Made for the stage in this fun story and performance workshop Join us this Lunar new year for…

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…

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…

The Fleetwood Mac Songbook, Arena Torquay

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

The Ed Sheeran Experience, Arena Torquay

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

Taylormania, Princess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

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

Torre Abbey

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

The Stars of Tomorrow, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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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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…

Torre Abbey Art on Your Doorstep

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

Trevor Nelson - Soul Nation, Arena Torquay

Trevor Nelson MBE is a critically acclaimed Radio Host, Promoter, Club DJ & Television presenter.…

Colour-ing out coastline,, torre abbey

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

Dazzling Diamonds

Prepare to be dazzled as The Dazzling Diamonds proudly present their smash hit comedy variety drag…

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 Princess Proms, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

Basil and Sybil at Torquay Train Station

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

Finding Balance - an exhibition by artist, JPR Stitch at Torre Abbey

We live in a busy world, with noise and distractions at every turn, but occasionally, we need to…

Simon Evans, Staring at the Sun, Palace Theatre, Paignton

Simon Evans is Back! Waaaay back… With growing evidence that we are living in a Computer…

Mother's Day at the Imperial Hotel, Torquay

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

Celebration, Babbacombe Theatre

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

White house with pink flowers and text across the front, reading National Lottery Open Week at Greenway, National Trust

How the offer works: Enjoy free entry to Greenway with a purchased National Lottery ticket from any…

Man In The Mirror - A tribute to Michael Jackson, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay, Devon

Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP.This…

Sunny Afternoon, Princess Theatre, Torquay

Following a phenomenal two years in the West End and a sensational first UK and Ireland tour, the…

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…

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…

Blithe Spirit

Written By Noël Coward Directed by Jolyon Tuck A GHOSTLY COMEDY Blithe Spirit is perhaps Noël…

The Big Tackle, Rowcroft Hospice, Torquay, Devon

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

Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

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

Vernon Kay - Dance Sounds of the 90s, Arena Torquay

VERNON KAY presents… DANCE SOUNDS OF THE 90's 21/03/2026 - ON SALE NOW https://www.seetickets…

Girls Night In: Bottomless Brunch, Mercure Hotel Paignton

Calling all queens of prosecco Our Girls Night In Bottomless Brunch is landing at Mercure…

Vintage Extravaganza - Lupton House

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

Mother's Day Afternoon Tea  - Kents Cavern

This Mother’s Day, enjoy Afternoon Tea for two for just £40 at Firestone Kitchen. Includes, per…

Major Events

Highlights

Cowes Powerboat Festival, Torquay

There will be a "re-fuelling stop" in Torquay with the race treated as two legs. This is great news…

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…

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…

Heritage Open Days, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Devon

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

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…

The Big Tackle, Rowcroft Hospice, Torquay, Devon

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

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…

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…

Miriam's Full English LIVE, Princess Theatre, Torquay

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

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…

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…

Torbay Steam Fair, Churston, Near Brixham, Devon

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

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…

Torbay Royal Regatta, Royal Torbay Yacht Club, Torquay

Torbay Royal Regatta We are waiting for details of this event

Fawlty Towers - The Play, Princess Theatre, Torquay,

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

Brixham Pirate Festival. Brixham, Devon

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

Torbay Pride, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon

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

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…

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…

Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

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

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…

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…

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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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