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Exeter Festival of SW food and drink

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Devon Open Studios 2018

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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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Devon Open Studios 2018

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Exhibition

Devon Open Studios is an exceptional chance for the public to enjoy art at its origin. A cornucopia of art will be on offer across Devon when resident artists and artisans...

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8 Sept 2018to23 Sept 2018
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Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival

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Festival

Budleigh Salterton

Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival features inspiring talks, readings and conversations with talented authors, scientists, playwrights, historians, broadcasters,...

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19 Sept 2018to23 Sept 2018
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Abbfest

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Food and Drink

Newton Abbot

Abbfest returns to Fermoy's Garden Centre from the 21 to 23 of September to raise money for local charities and causes! Having raised over £220,000 since the festival started...

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21 Sept 2018to23 Sept 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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21 Sept 2018to21 Sept 2018

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1 Oct 2018to1 Oct 2018

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12 Oct 2018to12 Oct 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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23 Sept 2018to23 Sept 2018
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Meet the Makers with Lunch at Gidleigh Park

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Food and Drink

Newton Abbot

Thursday, 27th September 2018
For this unique event, Gidleigh Park is joined by the Devon Guild of Craftsmen as part of their exhibition Plate Up, where the aesthetics...

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27 Sept 2018to27 Sept 2018
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BE Body and Soul Weekend at Beyond Escapes Devon

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Spiritual

Higher Blagdon , Totnes

BE Body and Soul Weekend: Friday 28th September - Mon 1st October 2018
Revive and refresh yourself with a weekend full of making you look and feel great. Whether you...

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28 Sept 2018to1 Oct 2018
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70s Weekend at South Bay Holiday Park

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Music

Brixham

For the first time we will be bringing our fantastic 70s Weekend to South Bay Holiday Park with some authentic 70s acts!
South Bay Holiday Park 5th- 7th October
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5 Oct 2018to8 Oct 2018
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Powderham Castle - Powderham Food Festival

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Festival

Kenton, Exeter

6 – 7 October 2018
Powderham Food Festival, the autumnal foodie event that celebrates the South West’s finest food and drink producers, will return on Saturday 6th and...

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6 Oct 2018to7 Oct 2018
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The Big Teignmouth Dog Walk

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Participatory Event

Teignmouth

Charity Dog Walk raising money for PDSA and CoppaFeel. Enjoy a 1km level walk along the Promenade or a 5km to include the Beach (low tide). £10 entry per dog includes...

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7 Oct 2018to7 Oct 2018

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7 Oct 2018to7 Oct 2018
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Exeter Castle - Oktoberfest

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Festival

Exeter

The ever popular Oktoberfest returns to Exeter Castle this Autumn on 12 and 13 October. Trying to bring a flavour of the world reknowned German beer festival the organisers...

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12 Oct 2018to13 Oct 2018
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Walk with a ranger - Greenway House

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Participatory Event

Brixham

Why not join the countryside rangers for a walk through the garden to see the Autumn woodland colours?
Booking not needed
11:30 - 12:30
On the walk you will...

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18 Oct 2018to18 Oct 2018
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Dartmouth Food Festival

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Festival

Dartmouth

The Dartmouth Food Festival is back for 2018 with a tempting mix of delicious regional food and drink, chef demonstrations, workshops, lively food debates and fun for all the...

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19 Oct 2018to21 Oct 2018
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A Spooktacular Half Term for Devon

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School Holiday Event

There’s lots of frightful fun and pumpkins galore on offer in Devon this Half Term. Many of Devon’s Top Attractions are bringing forward their Halloween events to fit into...

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20 Oct 2018to4 Nov 2018
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Pennywell Dark Skies Evening

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Participatory Event

Buckfastleigh

20th October
Join us for something a little different after dark on 20th October at Pennywell Farm Devon Tourist Attraction. An evening of guided Star Gazing suitable...

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Pennywell Farm, Totnes

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20 Oct 2018to20 Oct 2018
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Halloween Festival

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Festival

Bideford

The BIG Sheep Annual Halloween Festival
The South West's BIGGEST and BEST Halloween Festival has even more surprises planned for 2018
Fun by Day – Saturday 20th to Wednesday...

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20 Oct 2018to31 Oct 2018
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Halloween Hocus Pocus at The Milky Way

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School Holiday Event

Bideford

Enrol in our special School For Witches and Wizards this Halloween at The Milky Way – and dress for the occasion, of course! From Saturday 20th October to Sunday 28th...

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20 Oct 2018to28 Oct 2018
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October Half Term

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School Holiday

BUCKFASTLEIGH

A bumper week of autumn fun before Pennywell closes on 28 October for the season. Don’t miss your last chance to catch Matt Pang the gentleman juggler. Sing-a-long with Poco...

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Pennywell Farm, Totnes

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20 Oct 2018to28 Oct 2018
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Bonfire Fireworks Night

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Market

Bideford

Doors open at 4pm
Junior Fireworks – 6pm
Bonfire Lit at 7pm
Main Fireworks at 7.45pm
Indoor Playground closes at 9:30pm

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5 Nov 2018to5 Nov 2018

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Exeter Festival of SW food and drink

Big Devon Events

Big fireworks

Big music

Big food festivals

Big, flaming tar barrels

Big sports

Big county show

Big book festivals

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