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Exeter is unrivalled in the region for the choice of things to do, whatever the weather, night or day.

  1. Christmas in Exeter
    Experience the magic of Christmas in Exeter. Our historic city is the perfect place to celebrate the festive season. The festivities start on the 15th November with the opening of the Cathedral Christmas Market, and new for 2024 is the free Countdown to Christmas Trail!
  2. Countdown to Christmas Trail
    Join us for the Countdown to Christmas Trail in Exeter, from Friday 22nd November. Explore key locations across the city to find clues and discover a secret Christmas word!
  3. Lovely scones with Jam and Cream

    Afternoon tea isn't just for summer, it's an indulgent treat to share with friends and family at Christmas time too.

  4. Cinderella - Exeter Northcott

    Too early to start talking about pantomime season? Oh no it isn’t! Read our guide to this year's pantos in Exeter.

  5. Princesshay's Santa

    Ho, ho, ho! Santa Claus is coming to town and visiting lots of magical places in the lead up to Christmas. It's not too late to get on his "nice list" but you'll have to be quick and know where to look.

  6. The 12 (free) days of Christmas

    Christmas in Exeter is a magical time of year. Full of winter wonder and festive cheer, it's also a great time for exploring lots of events and activities for FREE!

  7. Topsham (c) Jan Penny
    The quaint historic estuary port of Topsham, just 4 miles from Exeter, has a cosmopolitan atmosphere with an eclectic cluster of specialist shops and fine restaurants, plus wonderful sunsets above the estuary. Once a thriving port and shipbuilding centre, Topsham still retains a strong maritime flavour.
  8. Women's Rugby World Cup England 2025
    The Women’s Rugby World Cup England 2025 is coming to Exeter! Find out more information and register your interest in tickets.

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Exeter's vibrant arts scene sets it firmly on the map as the cultural centre of the South West.

  1. What's happening in and around Exeter
    Find out what's on Exeter and explore the best Exeter events. It's hard to beat the year-round programme of music, theatre, dance, comedy, and entertainment with live events every day of the year.
  2. Music, Theatre, Dance, Comedy & Entertainment all year round

  3. Exeter's Winter Wonderland
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  4. RAMM Dartmoor: A Radical Landscape
    Dartmoor: A Radical Landscape is a major new contemporary art exhibition exploring Dartmoor’s evocative landscape through photography, film and Land Art.
    1. 10 Dec 202423 Feb 2025
  5. Guest blog - RHS Glow at Rosemoor gardens

    Get yourself tickets for the brightest night of the year at RHS Glow and see Rosemoor gardens illuminated like never before.

  6. Guest blog - Experience the Magic of Christmas at Powderham

    Experience the wonder of Christmas at Powderham this festive season!

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