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Dartmouth Food Festival

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Dartmouth Food Festival

The Dartmouth Food Festival is back for 2018 with a tempting mix of delicious regional food and...

Devon Open Studios 2018

Devon Open Studios is an exceptional chance for the public to enjoy art at its origin. A cornucopia...

Salcombe Regatta

In August, the Salcombe Town Regatta will be regaling visitors and local residents alike with a...

We may be known for peace, tranquility and natural beauty ... but we also know how to put on a world-class event here in Devon.

There are fantastic Devon events going on across the county every day of the year - but some stand out as our biggest crowd-pleasers, drawing people in their thousands.

Find free events across Devon

Whether you're into music, food, sport, culture or spectacular displays of fireworks and planes you'll find a big event to tempt you down to Devon (you can find accommodation here). Take a look at our rundown of some of Devon's biggest events - then follow the links below to find many more.

Big fireworks

Every year in August Plymouth's waterfront is the scene of the jaw-dropping British Fireworks Championships. This spectacular two day programme of displays start at dusk, but from early evening there's also music, entertainment, stalls and a funfair at Plymouth Hoe.

Big music

Throughout the year there's lots going on for music fans across Devon - see our full rundown of music events here. But those that draw the biggest crowds include: Goldcoast Oceanfest (June) - three days of waterfront music and beachsports in Croyde; MTV Crashes Plymouth (July/August) - two days of live chart-topping music and entertainment on Plymouth Hoe; Beautiful Days (August) - a 16,500 capacity family-friendly weekend festival at Escort Park, managed by the Levellers; and watch out for international artists performing at Exeter's Westpoint venue throughout the year.

Big food festivals

Devon's a huge draw for foodies, so it's unsurprising that some of the UK's biggest and best annual food festivals happen here. Look out for the Exeter Festival of South West Food and Drink around Easter, Plymouth's Flavourfest in June, and the Dartmouth Food Festival and North Devon Foodfest, both in October. See here for more Devon food events

Big, flaming tar barrels

For reasons lost in antiquity, every year on November 5 huge flaming tar barrels are carried through the streets of Ottery St Mary – and thousands turn out to see this quite uniquely Devon spectacle.

Big sports

Devon has a huge array of sports events througout the year. Some of the biggest include regattas such as the Royal Dartmouth and Royal Torbay, national and international rugby fixtures at Sandy Park, home of Exeter Chiefs, and the Tour of Britain cycle race which draws huge crowds when it passes through Devon.

Big county show

The Devon County Show is of course a highlight of the calendar - it's three days of farming, food and fun in May.

Big book festivals

Look out for the Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival and Appledore Book Festival, both of which welcome celebrated authors and personalities during September/October.

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NMA BOAT TRIPS

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Boating

PLYMOUTH

The National Marine Aquarium is the nation’s largest public aquarium and an independent conservation charity. Our mission is to connect us with our Oceans. What better why to...

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National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth

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1 Jan 2018to30 Dec 2018
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Spring into summer at Crealy

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Family

EXETER

Spring into summer at Crealy
Fantastic days out whatever the weather!
Spring Weekends at Crealy
Join us for our Spring Weekends at Crealy and enjoy a...

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19 Feb 2018to20 July 2018
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Axe Vale Show

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Festival

Axminster

Traditional rural show incorporating the best the local and surrounding community has to offer. Exciting family orientated entertainment, Dog Show (23rd), Food and Drink...

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23 June 2018to24 June 2018
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Racing at Newton Abbot Racecourse

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Horse Racing

Newton Abbot

Enjoy a great day out at Newton Abbot Racecourse
Tickets can be purchased for the Paddock Enclosure or the Course Enclosure. Tickets can be booked online prior to the...

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FREE entry on Armed Forces Day

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Community

Bideford

As a thank you to all who serve or have served in the armed forces The Milky Way Adventure Park in North Devon is offering FREE entry for all service personnel (proof...

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30 June 2018to30 June 2018
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PenGrillie BBQ Festival at Pentilllie Castle

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Event

St. Mellion, Saltash

Sunday 15th July 2018, 10am – 5pm
PenGrillie returns for a family fun day of sizzle, flames, delicious food and live music.
Whether you are a BBQ enthusiast or...

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15 July 2018to15 July 2018
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Chagstock Music Festival

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Festival

Whiddon Down, Chagford

An international Music Festival on the edge of Devon’s beautiful Dartmoor and a 'not for profit' organisation supporting the Devon Air Ambulance Trust and Water Aid. Capacity...

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20 July 2018to21 July 2018
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The Colour Bomb

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School Holiday Event

Cullompton

The Colour Bomb 2018 - Sunday 22nd July 2018
Come and join The Bear Trail for a day of colour and mud!!

We have 27 obstacles for you to climb, slip, slide, run, skip, zip,...

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22 July 2018to22 July 2018
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Outdoor Theatre – The Tempest, at Pentilllie Castle

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St. Mellion, Saltash

Outdoor Theatre – The Tempest with The Lord Chamberlain’s Men
Wednesday 25th July 2018
Performance at 7.30pm. Gardens open from 5.30pm.
Make the most of your...

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25 July 2018to25 July 2018
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Ocean City Sounds

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Festival

Plymouth

Plymouth Hoe will be taken over by MTV Presents: Ocean City Sounds for two nights of incredible live music on 26th and 27th July.
Indie titans Bastille – famous for huge...

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26 July 2018to27 July 2018
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Summer Holidays at Pennywell Farm Devon

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School Holiday

Buckfastleigh

Summer is here at last! 6 weeks of sizzling summer fun at Pennywell with your favourites plus NEW ENTERTAINMENT!
All the animals to meet of course, rides, play and...

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27 July 2018to2 Sept 2018
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Tiverton - Mid Devon Show

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Show/Display

Tiverton

The best one day agricultural show in the west! The Mid Devon Show offers a fun day out for all the family - visit www.middevonshow.co.uk to view the full line up, which...

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28 July 2018to28 July 2018
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Hawkeye Falconry

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Animal/Wildlife

BUCKFASTLEIGH

Summer is sure to get off the ground with 2 weekends of amazing aerial displays from one of the best teams in the UK. Be wowed by the partnership between the team and they’re...

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Pennywell Farm, Totnes

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28 July 2018to28 July 2018

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Totnes and District Agricultural Show

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Show/Display

Totnes

Come and join us for the100th year celebrations on Sunday 29th July 2018 Inaugurated by the local farming and town communities, the show has certainly moved with the times,...

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29 July 2018to29 July 2018
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Evening Illuminations 2018 at Babbacombe Model Village

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Event

TORQUAY

EVENING ILLUMINATIONS 2018
Every THURSDAY From March 29th to October 18th. PLUS Mondays to Fridays 30th July to 31st August
March 29th, April 5th, 12th, 19th &...

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Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay

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30 July 2018to31 Aug 2018
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Sidmouth Folk Week

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Festival

Sidmouth

Sidmouth Folk Week is a unique week-long seaside celebration of music, dance and song taking place in the charming East Devon regency coastal resort – a must in every...

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3 Aug 2018to10 Aug 2018

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Fizz Pop Science Workshops

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Children's

BUCKFASTLEIGH

New for 2018! Todays 2 Big Shows are brought to you by Fizz Pop Science Workshops. Interactive and exciting science fun with hover boards and bubble sandwiches!? Find out...

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Pennywell Farm, Totnes

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4 Aug 2018to4 Aug 2018

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Suspended Sea Creatures and Meet the Curator

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Museum

EXETER

Make a realistic or imaginary underwater friend to dangle in a display from our cafe balcony. Bring in your special beach finds to show and discuss with Holly, RAMM’s curator...

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Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery - RAMM, Exeter

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9 Aug 2018to10 Aug 2018
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Blackdown Hills Beer & Music Festival

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Festival

Smeatharpe

Set in the glorious Blackdown Hills on the Devon & Somerset Border we are a family friendly event. A proper local festival with 40+ beers / ciders for those that enjoy it...

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10 Aug 2018to11 Aug 2018
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Salcombe Regatta

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Festival

Salcombe

In August, the Salcombe Town Regatta will be regaling visitors and local residents alike with a typically packed programme of fun and festivities. From sandcastle...

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11 Aug 2018to18 Aug 2018

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