Salcombe Regatta

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

Autumn Fayre

Autumn Fayre event, held in Newton Abbot Town Centre All events weather permitting, please...

Christmas at Pennywell Farm

Join us for Christmas Nativities and visits to Father Christmas throughout December. A truly...

Big Devon Events

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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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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RAMM’s 150th anniversary

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EXETER

This year, the Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery is celebrating a very special anniversary. 150 years ago, a new museum opened in Exeter, known then as the ‘Albert...

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Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery - RAMM, Exeter

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12 Apr 2018to30 Apr 2018
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Vintage Weekend at South Bay Holiday Park

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Brixham

Vintage Beauty Parlour - Beehive
On Saturday & Sunday you will be able to have your hair and makeup done vintage style by The Beehive beauty parlour.
The Beehive...

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20 Apr 2018to23 Apr 2018
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Spring Cookery Masterclass at Glazebrook House

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SOUTH BRENT

Join us from from 12pm on Saturday 21st April for our Spring time cookery masterclass with head chef, Josh Ackland!

What’s included?!
Josh will give you a...

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21 Apr 2018to21 Apr 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
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Evening Illuminations 2018 at Babbacombe Model Village

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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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26 Apr 2018to26 Apr 2018

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30 July 2018to31 Aug 2018
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BMAD Motorbike Festival 2018

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Paignton

The Bikers Make a Difference (BMAD) Festival was started in 2002 by a group of bikers who decided to arrange a social event on the beach and raise money for local charities....

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4 May 2018to6 May 2018
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Brixham Pirate Festival 2018

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Brixham

Tenth Anniversary Brixham Pirate Festival!!
A swashbuckling mix of piratical fun and entertainment! There will be LOTS of pirates, military and period re-enactors here...

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5 May 2018to7 May 2018
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Shumba arts African Drumming Workshop

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Arts and Culture

BUCKFASTLEIGH

New for 2018! Todays 2 Big Shows are brought to you by Shumba Arts. Everyone is invited to join in as Shumba use African rhythms and stories to take you on a rhythmical...

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Pennywell Farm, Totnes

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5 May 2018to5 May 2018

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23 Sept 2018to23 Sept 2018
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Time Travellers at The Milky Way on the May Bank Holidays

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School Holiday Event

Bideford

Step back in time with the Time Travellers - Professor Chronological and his assistant Meridian Nanosecond. Take the challenges and solve the clues to help the professor...

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5 May 2018to7 May 2018
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Dart Music Festival

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Festival

Dartmouth

The annual three day Dart Music Festival is now in its 21st year. The event will be held from Friday 11th to Sunday 13th May 2018 in the port and town of Dartmouth, at the...

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Dawn Chorus Walk - Greenway House

Brixham

Would you like to join the ranger team for an opportunity to listen to and identify early morning bird song, whilst taking a walk on the beautiful Greenway estate?
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13 May 2018to13 May 2018
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Calligraphy Workshop & Afternoon Tea

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Workshop

PLYMOUTH

Calligraphy Workshop & Afternoon Tea
Spend a couple of hours with the team from Anon Design Studio, learning how to create basic shapes with your calligraphy pen whilst...

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13 May 2018to13 May 2018
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Westpoint - Devon County Show 2018

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Clyst St Mary, Exeter

Billed as Devon’s Big Day Out, the County Show is a showcase for aspects of life and work in the county as well as entertainment, shopping and good food. Lots to see and do...

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17 May 2018to19 May 2018
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Pippa Pig’s Birthday Bash

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Children's

BUCKFASTLEIGH

Pippa Pig, Pennywell’s own mascot, is turning 2 today and you’re invited to her party. Celebrate with games, bouncy castle, disco, photos with the birthday girl and party...

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Pennywell Farm, Totnes

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19 May 2018to19 May 2018
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Unicorn Week at Pennywell Farm Devon

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School Holiday Event

Buckfastleigh

Unicorn Week 26th May – 3rd June
Pennywell Farm Devon Tourist Attraction will be visited by Unicorns this week to put some extra sparkle into May Half Term.
We are...

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Pennywell Farm, Totnes

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26 May 2018to3 June 2018
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Time Travellers at The Milky Way on the May Bank Holidays

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School Holiday Event

Bideford

Step back in time with the Time Travellers - Professor Chronological and his assistant Meridian Nanosecond. Take the challenges and solve the clues to help the professor...

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Gin Festival at Boringdon Hall

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PLYMOUTH

2017 saw Gin stands to include Tarquins Gin, Pinkster Gin, Beefeater Gin, Plymouth Gin, Sipsmith Gin, Curio Spirits, Chase Distillery and many more, and 2018 won't disappoint...

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27 May 2018to27 May 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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31 May 2018to31 May 2018

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Brixham Trawler Race 2018

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Maritime

Brixham

Skippers dress the boats with bunting and battle it out with two lap race around the Bay and fun and festivities on the quayside all raising money for local charities. The...

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16 June 2018to16 June 2018

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