Theatres & Events in Devon
From theatre performances, cinema screenings, exhibitions and one off events, Devon’s entertainment scene has something to suit every taste and budget. The performances attracts everyone from big name stars to home grown talent giving you a broad range of productions and events to choose from. Devon is full of great entertainment venues and theatres offering everything from touring West End productions, local theatre, music performances, cabaret shows, dance displays, film screenings and more!
Musicals, stand ups and more
Theatre lovers will be charmed by the full calendar of performances that take place all year around, there are theatres and performance venues in the majority of Devon’s towns and often feature a whole range of productions from comedy, musical theatre, ballet, classical concerts, hard hitting drama and talks and lectures. The range of talent is extraordinary with West End stars, local actors and well-known names all treading the boards here. You’ll even have the chance to see live National Theatre productions from the West End with many theatres screening productions as they happen.
If that wasn’t enough, you’ll also find open air theatre events at a wide variety of Devon’s top attractions throughout the summer and of course, festivals where you’ll be able to enjoy everything from comedy to theatre and music. There are even magic and carnival performances taking place in the region, so be on the look-out for events happening near you.
Cinema screenings
If you prefer to watch a screen rather than sit in a theatre, you’re in luck, cinema screenings, both open air and indoors for you to choose from. As Devon is a hive for film makers using the beautiful scenery as the backdrop to their story telling, it is no wonder that there are so many venues keen to show off these movies at every opportunity.
Music fans are also well catered for here in Devon, head to one of the festivals that take place in the summer or head to a small, intimate gig at one of the region’s performances spaces.
Events across the region
A number of events take place in the region's musuems and other spaces, including pop up exhibitions, displays, workshops and talks. You can find a broad range of entertainment below.
Crediton Youth Theatre
Fun, friendly music and drama group for young people aged 11-18. Weekly sessions every Tuesday and…
CELEBRATION
Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 17th February -14th October 8:15pm, Matinee Wednesday 12th August…
Bideford Town Band Summer Concert
Free Summer Brass Band Concerts at Westward Ho! Seafront, North Devon Experience the sound of summer…
JASPER CARROT
Comedy legend Jasper Carrott in a night of comedy heaven. With a career that spans decades, the…
The Choral Pilgrimage 2026: Exeter
Spain's Siglo de Oro, the Age of Gold, gave rise to some of the greatest sacred choral music of…
Devon Baroque Orchestra A Grand Tour
Devon Baroque Chamber Ensemble A Grand Tour: a musical journey from London to Paris…
Discovery Festival
The iconic headline line-up includes pop superstars Five, indie rock icons The Libertines and 80s…
Evening Jump Racing with Entertainment from Electric Empire
Join us for racing! Feel the buzz by the winning post, place your bets, cheer on the action and…
Plymstock Tribute Festival
The legendary Plymstock Festival is back for its fifth year, and this time we're bringing the…
The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band
Celebrate The Songs of Bob Dylan and Joni Mitchell With unrivalled musical authenticity, this…
Concert - ChoirJam on tour!
Join ChoirJam from Somerset for a special seaside performance, bringing an uplifting mix of chart…
Fawlty Towers Weekend
You will arrive Saturday lunch time where you will be greeted by Basil, Sybil and Manuel who will…
Ladies Night
The ultimate girls’ night out and ideal hen night is coming to North Devon Resort. Amazing…
Stuart Michael - The Psychic Medium
Direct from London's West End – a thrilling and intriguing night of psychic mediumship! Boasting…
Tabsfest 2026
In aid of Tabithas’s Smile Charity lighting up lives with music and theatre Tabitha’s…
The Scarlet Pimpernel - Brixham Theatre - Period adventure drama
Saturday June 13th 2026, 2.30pm and 7.30pm - Tickets: £10 full / £8.00 concessions Brixham…
Torbay Pride
Torbay Pride – Celebrate Diversity at the English Riviera's Biggest LGBTQ+ Festival Join…
Concert - ChoirJam on tour!
Join ChoirJam from Somerset for a special seaside performance, bringing an uplifting mix of chart…
Concert - ChoirJam on tour!
Join ChoirJam from Somerset for a special seaside performance, bringing an uplifting mix of chart…
Sidmouth Town Band Summer Concerts
Sidmouth Town Band Summer Concerts at Connaught Gardens Enjoy a wonderful summer tradition as…
The Three Musketeers - Illyria Theatre
Romance! Intrigue! Murder! Betrayal! Revenge...! It's got the lot! With a reputation for staging…
Evening Band Concerts at Connaught Gardens
Local brass band, Ottery St Mary Silver Band, is hosting a season of Thursday evening free brass…
GARY DELANEY-Gary On Laughing
Gary Delaney's last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates. People laughed a lot…
Honiton Future Musicians
Honiton Future Musicians brings together the young people of Honiton and surrounding area to…
'The Pickwick Papers' - Open Air Theatre
Open air theatre returns to Clovelly in 2026! Rain or Shine Theatre presents The Pickwick Papers…
Chapel Barn Theatre Festival
COMEDY: Cavalier! - Friday 19th June, 7:30pm England is divided. Parliament's a mess. Religious…
Rain or Shine presents: The Pickwick Papers
In the Summer of 2026, Rain or Shine plan to take you into the delightfully chaotic Victorian world…
Teignmouth Folk Festival
Teignmouth Folk Festival – Devon’s Free Folk & Music Festival by the Sea Teignmouth…
The Scarlet Pimpernel - Cygnet Theatre Exeter - period theatre drama
Friday June 19th 2026, 7.30pm - Tickets: £15 full / £12.50 concessions Cygnet Theatre…
Folk on the Lawn at Killerton
Rhillig are a Devon-based folk duo featuring Phil and Mahrey. They perform songs and instrumental…