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Horseracing at Newton Abbot Racecourse

Horseracing at Newton Abbot Racecourse

LocationKingsteignton, Newton Abbot

Join us for a day to remember at Newton Abbot Racecourse. With 18 thrilling horseracing fixtures…

Salsa and Paella

Salsa and Paella

LocationSutton Harbour, Plymouth

HonkyTonk Wine Library would like to invite you to a night of Salsa Dancing with a light Paella…

Chefs Table

Chefs Table

LocationSutton Harbour, Plymouth

Openings

Season

26th May 2022

The team have arranged that every last Thursday of the month Chef Don & Team will be pairing food…

China Blue Pottery Evenings

China Blue Pottery Evenings

LocationTotnes

Openings

Season

26th May 2022

Make and/or build up to 4 items, return to paint and have them fire glazed. Max of 8 people per…

Exeter Open Mic for singer songwriters and poets

Exeter Open Mic for singer songwriters and poets

LocationExeter

Openings

Season

26th May 2022

Come join us for Exeter Open Mic for singer-songwriters and poets. A friendly and supportive…

Jubilee Concert by Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Concert Band

Jubilee Concert by Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Concert Band

LocationTIVERTON

Openings

Season

26th May 2022

An evening of light music from the shows and movies held in the Great Hall at Bickleigh Castle…

Mojito Beach Bar

LocationExeter

Openings

Season

26th May 2022-29th August 2022

Who's ready for a cocktail!? From 26th May – 29th August, sit back, relax, and soak up the sun at…

Rich Hall's Hoedown Deluxe

LocationPaignton

Openings

Season

26th May 2022

Rich Hall's comedy/music locomotive keeps on rollin'. Ever-evolving, ever-changing,…

Rosemoor Live – An afternoon with Alys Fowler

LocationTorrington

Openings

Season

26th May 2022

At RHS Garden Rosemoor, we're welcoming gardener, writer and presenter Alys Fowler for an afternoon…

Sea Change

LocationTotnes

Openings

Season

26th May 2022-29th May 2022

Sea Change, one of the most distinctive and essential events in the festival calendar, will return…

Marry Anning day - Lyme Regis Museum

LocationLYME REGIS

Openings

Season

26th May 2022

26th May: Marry Anning day, 10.00 to 4.00 Emerald Ant in the museum playing Anning and the…

Flavour Fest

LocationPlymouth

Openings

Season

27th May 2022-29th May 2022

Foodie fans are in for a real treat this year as Flavour Fest returns to Plymouth city centre on 27…

Jive Talkin' Perform the Bee Gees

LocationPaignton

Openings

Season

27th May 2022

Back at the Palace after a sell out show in 2021, an amazing tribute to the Bee Gees packed with…

Kingsbridge Food & Music Festival

Openings

Open

27th May 2022-29th May 2022

This three-day celebration showcases local tastes and sounds. The stunning waterside town…

Open Art Weekend

LocationDevon, Plymouth

Openings

Season

27th May 2022-28th May 2022

Art Exhibition across two art studios and featuring three Devon artists - all in one venue! Andre…

Ortaka & Billie Bottle's Temple of Shibboleth

LocationOttery St Mary

Openings

Season

27th May 2022

Ortaka is a UK based band, creating original Alternative/Experimental Rock tunes. "...think Aphex…

Spring Classic 2022

LocationWoolacombe

Openings

Season

27th May 2022-30th May 2022

New North Devon Surf and Music Festival Announces Music Acts and Launches Tickets The Wavelength…

21st Cenutry ABBA at Exeter Cathedral

LocationExeter

Openings

Season

28th May 2022

Chapterhouse presents one of the most entertaining and exhilarating music events from one of the…

21st Cenutry ABBA at Exeter Cathedral

LocationExeter

Openings

Season

28th May 2022

Chapterhouse presents one of the most entertaining and exhilarating events of the summer with music…

Antiques & Collectables Fair

LocationKingsteignton, Newton Abbot

Openings

Season

28th May 2022

Join Newton Abbot Racecourse on selected Saturdays throughout the year for an eclectic mix of…

Fresh! Devon Artist Network!

LocationHoniton

Openings

Season

28th May 2022-23rd July 2022

FRESH! brings together new works by leading artists and creatives from Devon Artist Network (DAN)…

Jubilee Celebration at Bear Town

LocationWestcott, Cullompton

Openings

Season

28th May 2022-5th June 2022

Celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee at Bear Town by joining our mission to locate the missing…

May half term: The Power of Superbees

LocationTorrington

Openings

Season

28th May 2022-5th June 2022

Take a peek into the secret life of bees with a week of fun activities at RHS Garden Rosemoor…

One Night in Texas

LocationPaignton

Openings

Season

28th May 2022

This country music extravaganza will have you (line) dancing in the aisles. Y'all come along now…

PIPSQUEAK THE ADVENTURES OF A BABY DRAGON

LocationPlymouth

Openings

Season

28th May 2022-11th June 2022

Lived in a pot That sat on the stove Because it was hot. When he ventured out And snuffled…

Rich Hall's Hoedown Deluxe

LocationPlymouth

Openings

Season

28th May 2022

Rich Hall's comedy/music locomotive keeps on rollin'. Ever-evolving, ever-changing,…

Spring Nature Trail

LocationSidmouth

Openings

Season

28th May 2022-21st June 2022

Spot the wildlife along the trail to claim prizes on completion. Follow the Nature Trail around…

The Fairy Special!

LocationSeaton

Openings

Season

28th May 2022

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

An Evening With Wayne Sleep

LocationPaignton

Openings

Season

29th May 2022

For the first time Wayne Sleep invites you to join him as he looks back over a glittering career…

Seaweed Festival

LocationBideford

Openings

Season

29th May 2022

Seaweed Festival, in aid of the North Devon Hospice, Sunday 29 May 2022, 10 am to 5 pm Held to…

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  • 1Horseracing at Newton Abbot Racecourse
  • 2Salsa and Paella
  • 3Chefs Table
  • 4China Blue Pottery Evenings
  • 5Exeter Open Mic for singer songwriters and poets
  • 6Jubilee Concert by Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Concert Band
  • 7Mojito Beach Bar
  • 8Rich Hall's Hoedown Deluxe
  • 9Rosemoor Live – An afternoon with Alys Fowler
  • 10Sea Change
  • 11Marry Anning day - Lyme Regis Museum
  • 12Flavour Fest
  • 13Jive Talkin' Perform the Bee Gees
  • 14Kingsbridge Food & Music Festival
  • 15Open Art Weekend
  • 16Ortaka & Billie Bottle's Temple of Shibboleth
  • 17Spring Classic 2022
  • 1821st Cenutry ABBA at Exeter Cathedral
  • 1921st Cenutry ABBA at Exeter Cathedral
  • 20Antiques & Collectables Fair
  • 21Fresh! Devon Artist Network!
  • 22Jubilee Celebration at Bear Town
  • 23May half term: The Power of Superbees
  • 24One Night in Texas
  • 25PIPSQUEAK THE ADVENTURES OF A BABY DRAGON
  • 26Rich Hall's Hoedown Deluxe
  • 27Spring Nature Trail
  • 28The Fairy Special!
  • 29An Evening With Wayne Sleep
  • 30Seaweed Festival
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What's On in Devon

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?

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.

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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    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.

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    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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