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June Boom

Now in its second year, June Boom is back! Join us for a spectacular month-long celebration that showcases all the brilliant events, arts and cultural activities happening throughout Exeter in June.

There’s live music to suit all tastes, and performance events spanning theatre, dance and talks, plus tons of comedy filling multiple venues. There’s also visual art and literature events happening indoors and out, alongside a panoply of vibrant street festivals and markets setting the city alight.

June Boom is the perfect opportunity to explore Exeter's rich culture and enjoy a diverse range of events. Click on the boxes below to browse specific event categories.

Art & literature events

Exeter is a UNESCO City of Literature. During June Boom immerse yourself in Exeter's rich literary heritage and vibrant cultural scene.
Comedy events

Dive into a month filled with hilarious comedy shows that will have you in stitches during June Boom.
Music & performance

View the live music and performance events happening during this year's June Boom
Festivals & markets

Get ready to experience the vibrant energy of Exeter this June with our exciting line up of festivals and markets.
June Boom Blog

Read all the latest June Boom blogs
Exeter Comedy Festival 2026

Following a hugely successful year in 2025, Exeter Comedy Festival is back, from 3rd to 7th June 2026, with many shows and an even more exciting line-up. With fantastic feedback from audiences and performers alike, the festival continues to grow, offering locals the chance to see top-tier stand-up right here in Exeter.
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Colour

Exeter

We live in a dazzling kaleidoscope of shades and hues. Colour is key to helping us make sense of the world, used to communicate by wildlife, plants and people alike.
Colour is more than just something we see – it’s something we feel and sometimes…
Uncut Poets

Exeter

Exeter’s poetry platform presented by Chrissy Banks and Matt Bryden.
Each month we host a new headlining poet.
Blue Vanguard Jazz

Exeter

Cygnet Theatre are delighted to welcome The Blue Vanguard to it's new home, for what will be a regular monthly jazz evening.
The Blue Vanguard is a monthly jazz club dedicated to bringing the finest national and international guests to our home…
Silent Book Club

Exeter

Cost: Free to attend (bring your own book!) | No booking required
Silent Book Club in Exeter happens twice a month at Topsham Brewery — on the first Wednesday and third Monday of every month — and on the last Thursday of the month at 12 Bar Music &…
The Drama

Exeter

A happily engaged couple is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails. Starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson.
Word Kitchen June Open Mic - Exeter Phoenix

Exeter

As part of June Boom. our popular open mics return on June 2nd with five minute spots for prose writers and poets whether that be flash fiction, memoir or novel and short story excerpts.
There will be a bar open at the venue before the event and…

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June Boom
Join us for a spectacular month-long celebration that showcases the boom of vibrant events, arts, and cultural activities happening throughout Exeter in June. From lively music performances and hilarious comedy shows to fascinating heritage tours and captivating art & literature events, there's something for everyone.
UNESCO City of Literature
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