What's on in Brixham 2026
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Brixham
A swashbuckling mix of piratical fun and entertainment! The Pirate Festival is an annual gathering of the worlds most infamous pirates and lowly scallywags.
https://www.brixhampiratesfestival.com/
https://www.facebook.com/BrixhamPirateFest
Westpoint, Clyst St Mary, Exeter
The county is revealed in all its glory! The best of food, farming and entertainment.
Dartmouth
The Dart Music Festival is an annual music event over three days. There are over 100 acts performing in over 20 closely sited town venues.
All around Torbay
A celebration of the international significance of the area's Geopark status, with a range of events and activities right across the Bay. The programme of events includes walking tours, sustainability events, creative and nature based activities both on and off the water.
https://www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on/english-riviera-unesco-global-geopark-festival-p3117323
Paignton Green
Military and civilian airshow performers will soar through the skies over Torbay.
Torre Abby Meadows
Live music, food, bars and market stalls. Plus the little surprises that make Torbay Pride "The Pride of the English Riviera"
All around Torbay
The Walking Festival offers over 20 coastal walks led by experienced local guides, who will take you on fascinating journeys.
Brixham Harbour
It’s back! The Port of Brixham Trawler Event sees the fleet of fishing boats dressed up in bunting taking a lap of Tor Bay. The impressive spectacle will be raising funds for the Fishermen’s Mission. Spectate from afloat on a passenger boat, or from the Breakwater.
https://www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on/brixham-trawler-race-p636893
Galmpton Village, Brixham
The Gooseberry Pie Fair is a village fair with a lot of history, dating back over 150 years. The tradition is it is held on the first Sunday of July hence its on or around American Independence Day & why the American naval attaché is in attendance.
Hookhills Park Freshwater Drive, Paignton
Community charity family fund raising day , Live music /Bar /Great food and stalls.
Torre Abbey Meadows
Electric Bay is a game changing music weekender situated on Torquay's historic seafront. This unique open air dance music festival brings something totally new to the area, with the stunning Torre Abbey Meadows hosting the two-day event. Touching down will be some of the biggest electronic music artists.
Scala Hall, Brixham
An enchanting display from local artists, featuring a diverse range of original paintings, drawings and prints. All for sale. Free entry.
Paignton Seafront
Hundreds of vehicles through the ages with a sprinkling of the exotic and quirky. Stage entertainment, food, licensed bar all on site.
Paignton
9 days of entertainment for the whole family, raising money for local charities.
https://www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on/paignton-festival-p3552993
Churston Ferrers Brixham
Steam working and vintage gathering -steam demonstrations, traction engines, vintage cars, commercials, motorbikes, military tractors, stationary engines, fairground rides and more!
https://www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on/torbay-steam-fair-p200613
Brixham Harbour Area
Expect grills, music, entertainment and rows of tables lining the Harbourside. This is a free event for everyone to enjoy! Sardines and drinks will be available!
https://sardinefestival.co.uk/
Babbacombe Downs
An exciting packed programme of attractions including stalls, activities, live entertainment and a fun dog show, as well as food and refreshments.
https://www.english riviera.co.uk/whats-on/babbacombe-fayre-p1590123
Torquay
One of the premiere sailing regattas in the South West, the event remains as popular as ever and this year promises to be another great occasion with over 100 yachts and dinghies expected.
https://www.visitdevon.co.uk/event/torbay-royal-regatta/334873301/
Lupton House, Brixham
An evening of top tribute bands : The event includes music from fantastic artists: U2 UK, Tina Turner Experience, Bon Giovi, and Dan Budd as Robbie Williams.
https://discoverlupt on.com/events/
Old Coastguard House, Kings Quay
Come and join the RNLI for some great food and music!
Paignton Seafront
Welcome to a free week of fun for ALL Kids both young and old. Most local residents and visitors alike have grown up with this week of free entertainment on Paignton seafront.
Young's Park, Goodrington
Stalls, entertainment from local Youth Groups etc and a Family Dog Show. 1100-1600
https://www.paigntonlions.org.uk/events/lionsfunday.html
Dartmouth
The Regatta is based around a programme of rowing and sailing events, but also incorporates a busy programme of activities, fireworks, a large fair, and many other smaller events that happen in and around the town.
https://www.dartmouthregatta.co.uk/?v=7885444af42e
The Village Green, Marldon, Paignton
Events throughout the afternoon include local arts, crafts and food stands, falconry displays, games and even a novelty dog show!
Brixham
An open meeting for classic boats and boats over 30 years old.
https://www.brixhamheritageregatta.uk/brixham-heritage-sailing-rally/
Torre Abbey
9 days, packed with expert speakers and other features, the festival will celebrate Agatha Christie and her astonishingly rich and diverse legacy.
Devon Hills holiday camp, THE HIVE, Totnes Road
Classic British and American cars and bikes. A free family event with live music, stalls, food and drinks, dinosaurs, movie characters. 11am start.
Fermoy's Garden Centre, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot
Beer, food and drink festival that aims to raise money for local charities.
All around Torbay
Some of the best seafood in the world. You can enjoy a whole range of locally landed and caught fish and seafood at over 30 eateries across Brixham, Paignton and Torquay.
https://www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on/featured-events/seafood-feast
Dartmouth
With street entertainers, food and drink stalls and cooking contests to enter, cooking demonstrations and classes.
Brixham Harbour Area
Brixham will celebrate its Christmas Lights Switch on with a ‘Lanterns, Lights and ‘luminations’ parade, fireworks and much more.
https://www.brixhamtowncouncil.gov.uk/council_events/lanterns-lights-and-luminations-3/
Paignton Beach
Hundreds of fundraisers don optional fancy dress and at the starter's command swiftly walk into the chilly waters of the English Channel where fun and frivolity begin.
https://www.paigntonlions.org.uk/events/lionswalkinthesea.html
