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17th Annual Art Exhibition by Derriford Art Group

17th Annual Art Exhibition by Derriford Art Group

Location., Yelverton

Openings

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12th August 2022

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13th August 2022

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14th August 2022

Friday 12th Aug 2022 to Sunday 14th Aug 2022 17th ANNUAL ART EXHIBITION by Derriford Art Group in…

Adventure Cinema at Newton Abbot Racecourse

Adventure Cinema at Newton Abbot Racecourse

LocationNewton Abbot

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Season

12th August 2022

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13th August 2022

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14th August 2022

Adventure Cinema screenings at Newton Abbot Racecourse in 2022 Tickets for this year's screenings…

Countess Wear Evening Cruise

Countess Wear Evening Cruise

LocationExmouth

Openings

Season

12th August 2022

Summer evening pleasure cruise in Devon Click here to book Spend an incredible summer's night…

Hollowboine & Machineries of Joy

Hollowboine & Machineries of Joy

LocationOttery St Mary

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Season

12th August 2022

@MachineriesOfJoyUK are A psych/punk/alt-rock band playing all original material that throws out…

James Bond: No Time To Die - Big Screen In The Park

James Bond: No Time To Die - Big Screen In The Park

LocationExeter

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Season

12th August 2022

Big Screen in the Park makes a welcome return for 2022 with 4 magical evenings of outdoor cinema…

Sidmouth Eats Boutique

Sidmouth Eats Boutique

LocationSidmouth

Openings

Season

12th August 2022

Our popular street food market is back for 2022. Sidmouth Eats Boutique is returning this year on…

ABFAB Dinner Show

LocationSticklepath

Openings

Season

13th August 2022

An Absolutely Fabulous evening begins with the three girls in the bar; two of them appear to be…

Afternoon Tea Experience

LocationPaignton

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Season

13th August 2022

Enjoy a fabulous Saturday afternoon tea experience in Stage Left our newest event suite. Delight…

Afternoon Tea Experiences at The Palace, hosted in Stage Left

LocationPaignton

Openings

Season

13th August 2022

Enjoy a fabulous Saturday afternoon tea experience in Stage Left our newest event suite. Delight in…

A-Rhianna

LocationPaignton

Openings

Season

13th August 2022

Signature Rouge presents, 'A-RHIANNA THE EXPERIENCE' live at the Palace Theatre Paignton. If you're…

Art exhibition

LocationTeignmouth

Openings

Season

13th August 2022-19th August 2022

Following our successful Summer Exhibition in Dawlish, some of our members are exhibiting more of…

Back To The Future - Big Screen in The Park

LocationExeter

Openings

Season

13th August 2022

Big Screen in the Park makes a welcome return for 2022 with 4 magical evenings of outdoor cinema…

Devon Air Ambulance 30th Anniversary Celebration

LocationTopsham

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Season

13th August 2022

Devon Air Ambulance is 30 years old this year, and we would like to invite you to celebrate our…

Frank McHardy Spirit Run & Tasting Experience

LocationBovey Tracey

Openings

Season

13th August 2022

Meet Frank McHardy and enjoy a G&T before the Tasting Experience starts, Frank will do a talk and…

Manaton Village Show & Fair

LocationNewton Abbot

Openings

Season

13th August 2022

Manaton’s annual Show and Fair returns for this summer’s events calendar on Saturday 13th August…

Multi Session Snorkel Safaris

LocationPlymouth

Openings

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13th August 2022

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20th August 2022

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27th August 2022

National Marine Park Snorkel Club sessions are aimed at people who have snorkelled previously, or…

The Fairy Special!

LocationSeaton

Openings

Season

13th August 2022

Season

20th August 2022

The Fairy Special! Families and children are sure to enjoy this enchanted tram ride filled with…

West Country Music Festival

LocationCullompton

Openings

Season

13th August 2022

A one day festival of the best Country Music on the Current Scene!

YHA Okehampton Open Day

LocationOkehampton

Openings

Season

13th August 2022

Join us this summer in celebrating YHA Okehampton's 25th Birthday. With free activity tasters,…

The Dinosaur Tram Adventure!

LocationSeaton

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14th August 2022

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21st August 2022

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28th August 2022

The Dinosaur Tram Adventure! Families and children are sure to enjoy this adventure-filled tram…

Totnes and Bridgetown Festival of Arts and Culture 2022

LocationTotnes

Openings

Season

15th August 2022-24th August 2022

The countdown to the 2022 Totnes Festival of Arts and Culture is on! NDP Circus are proud to…

Totnes Festival - Dance Alfresco

LocationTotnes

Openings

Season

15th August 2022

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17th August 2022

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18th August 2022

Former BBC Strictly Pro Andrew Cuerden invites you to join him for some FREE and fun outdoor…

Totnes Festival Opening Ceremony

LocationTotnes

Openings

Season

15th August 2022

Come and join us for an afternoon of music and dance to celebrate the opening of the first Totnes…

Guided walk and History Tour at Canonteign Falls Every Tuesday

LocationNr Exeter

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16th August 2022

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23rd August 2022

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30th August 2022

Walks start at 14.00hrs but your ticket allows entry to all the Estate from 10.00hrs To walk…

The Duke's Theatre Company presents: 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by William Shakespeare

LocationBideford

Openings

Season

16th August 2022

The Fairy Kingdom is at War. Oberon and Titania's marital mayhem unleashes chaos on four young…

Totnes Festival - Circus Skills Workshop

LocationTotnes

Openings

Season

16th August 2022

Roll up, roll up…Elfic brings expertise, enthusiasm and a trunk full of equipment for four hours of…

Totnes Festival - Flying With Strings

LocationTotnes

Openings

Season

16th August 2022

Inspired by the avian world of Britain, Europe and Africa, this interactive walkabout show features…

Totnes Orange Races

LocationTotnes

Openings

Season

16th August 2022

The quirky Totnes Orange Races are held to mark an incident that is thought to have taken place in…

Aquarium Boat Trips in Plymouth Sound

LocationPlymouth

Openings

Season

17th August 2022

Season

24th August 2022

Season

31st August 2022

This year, the NMA is exploring the UK's first National Marine Park, setting sail on selected dates…

Awful Auntie

LocationBarnstaple

Openings

Season

17th August 2022

The new playground at the Saxby Hall Orphanage is finally complete, and we can't wait to celebrate…

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  • 117th Annual Art Exhibition by Derriford Art Group
  • 2Adventure Cinema at Newton Abbot Racecourse
  • 3Countess Wear Evening Cruise
  • 4Hollowboine & Machineries of Joy
  • 5James Bond: No Time To Die - Big Screen In The Park
  • 6Sidmouth Eats Boutique
  • 7ABFAB Dinner Show
  • 8Afternoon Tea Experience
  • 9Afternoon Tea Experiences at The Palace, hosted in Stage Left
  • 10A-Rhianna
  • 11Art exhibition
  • 12Back To The Future - Big Screen in The Park
  • 13Devon Air Ambulance 30th Anniversary Celebration
  • 14Frank McHardy Spirit Run & Tasting Experience
  • 15Manaton Village Show & Fair
  • 16Multi Session Snorkel Safaris
  • 17The Fairy Special!
  • 18West Country Music Festival
  • 19YHA Okehampton Open Day
  • 20The Dinosaur Tram Adventure!
  • 21Totnes and Bridgetown Festival of Arts and Culture 2022
  • 22Totnes Festival - Dance Alfresco
  • 23Totnes Festival Opening Ceremony
  • 24Guided walk and History Tour at Canonteign Falls Every Tuesday
  • 25The Duke's Theatre Company presents: 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by William Shakespeare
  • 26Totnes Festival - Circus Skills Workshop
  • 27Totnes Festival - Flying With Strings
  • 28Totnes Orange Races
  • 29Aquarium Boat Trips in Plymouth Sound
  • 30Awful Auntie
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What's On in Devon

Throughout the year Devon plays host to a fantastic array of events, all across the  county, see the top events going on in Dartmoor, East Devon, English Riviera, Exeter, Exmoor, Mid Devon, North Devon, Plymouth and South Devon.

We're a friendly bunch here in Devon, we love to get together to have fun, share and celebrate - and we love visitors to come and join us, too. From large national events to traditional village fetes, many people plan a visit to Devon around an event that particularly appeals to them.

Just save your favourite Devon events to your planner, then browse some great places to stay.

What's on in Devon for you?

Music, sports, food, theatre, literature, comedy, art ... whatever you're in to, you'll find Devon events and festivals big and small to please you, as well as many that are family-focused. And being such a special and unique county, we've also got plenty of the more unusual, traditional events that simply can't be found anywhere else. The big Devon events are certainly not to be missed, so make sure to add them to your diaries. If you're wondering what you can do right now take a look at our monthly events calendar for events happening this month.

The quaint, the unusual and the quirky ... only in Devon

Yes, we have world-class events on a scale that matches up to any other county (see Big Devon Events for events such as the National Fireworks Competition) - but we also have plenty of events that are totally unique to Devon.

Tavistock’s Goose Fair in October dates back to the 12th century, when farmers brought their geese for sale, and drove them through the streets to the market. You may not see much of this today, but goose lunches are available across the town on that day, and market traders, showmen and fair rides gather from all over the country. 

Whilst in Ilfracombe, every July  the South West Birdman Competition sees hopeful aviators hurling themselves off the town's pier hoping to "fly" the furthest and be crowned champion. As well as the main flying event, this is part of a day-long music festival with food stalls, an ale and cider festival, artisan market and children's entertainment

And the tradition of carrying burning Tar Barrels through the streets of Ottery St Mary on November 5 is hundreds of years old, and probably started after the gunpowder plot of 1605. Devon has a history of torchlight processions, but only in Ottery do the residents actually carry full sized lighted tar barrels on their shoulders through the streets … See more of Devon's big events here. 

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    Big Devon Events

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

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    Festivals in Devon

    Devon loves nothing better than to celebrate its heritage, music, arts and crafts, which is why you’ll always be able to find a festival in Devon!

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    Food & Drink Festivals and Events in Devon

    Love great food? Check out Devon’s top food festivals, food events and farmers’ markets.

  • Sports Events | Devon

    Sports Events in Devon

    Fantastic sports events take place across Devon, throughout the year, so there’s always something to come and see - or take part in.

  • Live music events | Devon

    Music Events in Devon

    Some of the best music festivals and events Devon has to offer - the choice of music is as broad as the number of events on offer, and many are family-friendly.

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    Devon Art Events

    Devon's art events are amongst the best in the UK – which is no surprise, given such beautiful and inspirational surroundings.

  • Monthly Events Calendar

    Throughout the year Devon plays host to a whole range of events, all across the county. See here the what's on this month in Dartmoor, East Devon, English Riviera, Exeter, Exmoor, Mid Devon, North Devon, Plymouth and South Devon.

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