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Devon's calendar never really stops. While the county's festivals and one-off events have their moment in the spotlight, this page is your guide to the exhibitions, seasonal programmes, theatre runs, family activity trails and recurring attractions that run across weeks or months at a time — giving you plenty of reasons to visit whenever suits you best.
Whether you're planning or looking for something to fill a day, browse the ongoing events below or explore our full What's On in Devon calendar for festivals, markets, music events and more.
Exhibitions, Theatre & Ongoing Activities in Devon
Whether you’re interested in art exhibitions, theatre performances, or family-friendly activities to keep the kids entertained while you relax, Devon has a wide variety of options. Here you’ll find events and attractions that run year-round or return seasonally.
What to Expect — Devon's Ongoing & Long-Running Events
This page covers events and activities that run for an extended period — typically several weeks or throughout a season. That includes art exhibitions at Devon's galleries and museums, theatrical seasons and residencies, family activity trails at National Trust properties and gardens, outdoor sculpture trails, seasonal shows and recurring weekly or monthly events.
Looking for a quintessential Devon escape? Salcombe is one of the most beautiful coastal destinations in the UK, known for its stunning estuary, golden beaches and relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere. Set within the South Devon National Landscape, it offers the perfect mix of outdoor adventure, scenic…
Devon County, located in the southwest of England, is a beautiful region that blends coastlines, countryside, towns, and many years of history. Whether you’re planning a family holiday or even a corporate getaway, Devon offers an impressive variety of attractions and activities to suit every type of…
One of Devon’s top visitor attractions is celebrating 20 years of welcoming visitors to the countryside. Forestry England’s Haldon Forest Park opened on 15 April 2006 thanks to Active England funding aimed at increasing community participation in sport and physical activity. Since then, Haldon…
May half term is the perfect time to experience Devon as it moves into early summer, with longer days, milder weather and a calendar full of family-friendly activities. Whether you are planning a coastal escape, a countryside retreat or a mix of both, Devon offers plenty of opportunities to make the…
What’s more, every time you experience a National Trust day out, you help care for these special places for future generations. Here is what’s happening near you this Spring, please check property website for opening days and times: Arlington…
Visitors to Kents Cavern will soon be able to encounter dinosaurs inside Britain’s oldest home, as the caves launch a brand-new exhibition exploring the Age of the Dinosaurs. Running from April to October 2026, the exhibition will take visitors on a journey into Earth’s distant past, introducing the…