Summer in Exeter

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Summer has well and truly arrived in Exeter, and come rain or shine there's lots going on across our city to keep everyone entertained. Whether it's a day visit, weekend break or something a little longer, visit Exeter for a truly memorable experience this summer season.

Exeter is the place to be this summer as the city plays host to the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025. Sandy Park, home of the Exeter Chiefs, will be staging seven matches, including two huge quarter-final games, and tickets are on sale now. You'll also be able to catch all of the action on the big screen, at the official Princesshay fanzone.

Summer at the Quayside returns on 29th July, bringing free family activities to the quayside every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday over the school summer holidays. There's also Jazz on the Quay every Sunday in July and August in the Transit Shed, a free afternoon of music featuring some of the best local jazz bands. Following a successful launch last year, the Quayside Shanty Festival is back on 13th September. It's one for all the family, promising a fantastic day and evening of folk songs of the sea, performed by some colourful characters.

Returning for its 22nd year, Princesshay and Exeter Phoenix present Big Screen in the City at Princesshay Square from 25th - 29th August. The open-air cinema will have something for everyone, including blockbuster hits, cult classics, family favourites and musical sing-alongs.

If the summer weather decides to be rather British, there's still plenty to do indoors. Visitors to RAMM can go totally 'Wild' as a new exhibition comes to Exeter's award-winning museum. Exploring our relationship with the natural world and unique approaches to environmental recovery, visitors will be introduced to five wild places across the globe and hear a diverse range of voices. Across the summer holidays there's also lots of great family fun activities and workshops to keep the young ones entertained (and educated.)

For a truly unique and memorable Exeter experience then you can venture beneath the city's streets on a guided tour of Exeter's Underground Passages! They are the only passages of this kind open to the public in Britain!

Exeter's Red Coat Guides continue to deliver a packed programme of tours throughout the summer season, and the best part is they're FREE. Running daily, they make for the perfect way to discover one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in England.

Pack your picnic and join Exeter Phoenix outdoors this summer as Theatre in the Park is back, with performances of theatre and spoken word in the beautiful setting of Rougemont Gardens. Promoting a greener, and more sustainable future, Exeter Phoenix’s Green Phoenix Festival also makes a welcome return on 6th July.

Legendary British band Duran Duran and electronic dance act Basement Jaxx bring their headline shows to Powderham Presents this summer. There's also a great line-up of shows at theatres across the city, including Exeter's Corn Exchange which sees a number of tribute acts taking to the stage.

For those lazy summer days, and a little escapism, Exeter offers plenty of green and open spaces that make for a perfect picnic spot and surrounded by historic architecture. Alternatively there's a great choice of cafes and restaurants ready to welcome you this summer, many of which have outdoor space for al fresco dining, and showcase locally produced food and drink on their menus - follow the Exeter Food & Drink Trail to discover some of the best Devon produce in and around Exeter!

From rollercoasters to indoor adventure play, water rides to zoo and farm animals, Crealy Theme Park has everything you need for the ultimate family day out, whatever the weather.

For a little escapism and the great outdoors, explore family-friendly walking and cycle trails at Haldon Forest Park. Overlooking Exeter and Dartmoor National Park, the 3,500 acre site is also home to Go Ape! where you can swing through the trees and brave the high ropes

If the summer weather plays kind then the magical gardens at RHS Rosemoor make for a wonderful day out while the National Trust's Killerton House offers glorious landscaped gardens surrounded by parkland. Canonteign Falls is a stunning natural attraction in the heart of Devon, and home to the highest waterfall in Dartmoor National Park.

Exeter is the perfect base for exploring the amazing South Devon coastline and surrounding countryside this summer. Leave the car behind and take the train along the river to Exmouth, gateway to the Jurassic Coast and where you can also set sail with Stuart Line Cruises for a relaxing and scenic cruise around the waters of the River Exe. Head in the opposite coastal direction to explore the seaside towns of Dawlish and Teignmouth. Our Sea Moor City guide has lots of inspiration for days out by train.

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Relaxed concert with ZRI

Budleigh Salterton

This event will have a relaxed attitude to noise and audience members may leave and re-enter during the performance. It is aimed at those who feel more comfortable in a less formal setting. The event will be British Sign Language interpreted.

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4 July 2025Open 10:00 -
S+C Committee BBQ

Bolham Road, Tiverton

Hepco Social and Charity Committee BBQ.

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4 July 2025Open 17:30 -
Showaddywaddy

Exmouth

The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title for the last 4 decades!

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4 July 2025Open 19:00 -
What Three Words: Otway & Barrett

Topsham, Exeter

This magnetic bond still holds after more than 50 years of attempted escapes. Still loved for their total in-yer-face originality, the contrast between the deadpan humour of Barrett and mad onstage antics of Otway are hilarious to watch. John's…

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4 July 2025Open 19:30 -
Wonk Unit

Exeter

Wonk Unit have recently recorded their newest – and possibly heaviest - album 'Uncle Daddy,' which was largely written and recorded during the Covid-19 pandemic. It's perhaps their most collaborative work, which captures a year of isolation and…

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Exeter Cavern, Exeter

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4 July 2025Open 19:00 -
Exeter Street Arts Festival

Exeter

Street art celebration for all that celebrates diversity through music dance and arts.

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5 July 2025
After the Service

Crediton

Arran R Hawkins, Director of Black Is The Color Of My Voice and creator of Lost In The Woods brings his new theatre show to Bigbury Memorial Hall for an exclusive preview performance ahead of its Edinburgh Festival Fringe run this summer.'We live,…

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5 July 2025Open 19:30 -
Balustrades + Grlbnd

Exeter

Exeter-based anthemic indie rock for fans of The National, Ryan Adams and The Gaslight Anthem.
Support from GRLBND
Free entry to indie club anfter the bands

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Exeter Cavern, Exeter

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5 July 2025Open 19:00 -
Bonkers Bingo

Exeter

Bingo night with dancing and prizes.

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5 July 2025Open 21:00 -
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6 July 2025Open 21:00 -
Centre Stage (Outdoor performance)

Exmouth

Enjoy free live music in Exmouth this summer as Exmouth Pavilion brings weekend performances to the Pavilion Gardens all completely free!
An Afternoon at the Musicals by Centre Stage.
Bring a blanket, grab a deckchair or pull up a seat on the…

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5 July 2025Open 17:00 - 19:00
Cheese Tasting Experience

Torquay

Calling all cheese lovers!
Join us for the ultimate cheese-filled evening at Kents Cavern.
Your experience begins with a welcome cheese and cider pairing before heading underground for a guided tour of the caves - home to our very own cave-aged…

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5 July 2025Open 18:00 - 22:00
Choral Workshop Mozart's Requiem

Newton Abbot

This is a wonderful opportunity to come and sing the amazing Mozart's Requiem under the expert guidance of Musical Director Tina Guthrie. The workshop will finish with an informal concert that friends and family are welcome to attend.

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5 July 2025Open 09:30 -
Ds:uk...in Tribute To Dire Straits

Honiton

Since starting to tour in 2018, DS:UK… in tribute to Dire Straits have become the quintessential tribute to one of the world's most loved bands due to their obvious affection for Mark Knopfler’s music and attention to detail that fans truly…

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5 July 2025Open 19:30 -
Dunsford Summer Show

Dunsford

DUNSFORD, DEVON – Get ready for a spectacular day out as the Dunsford Village Show returns on Saturday 5 th July 2025, bringing a vibrant mix of carnival energy and country charm to the heart of Dartmoor National Park.
This year's show promises…

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5 July 2025Open 12:00 - 17:00
Family Day - Musical Treasure Hunt

Budleigh Salterton

Family Day

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5 July 2025Open 10:30 -
Flavour on Fire: A Night from the Smoker

Newton Abbot

Summer BBQ Smoked Night
Discover the Art of Smoking
On 5th July, savour the rich, juicy flavours of our summer BBQ evening at The Pottery By Night. This special event is dedicated to the slow-cooked perfection of smoked meats, celebrating the…

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5 July 2025Open 18:00 - 23:00
Glass Bird Workshop

Newton Abbot

Craft Your Own Vibrant Glass Bird
Create a Treasured Keepsake
Step into the captivating world of glassmaking with our Glass Bird Workshop. In just 30 minutes, you'll transform molten glass into a beautiful, hand-sculpted bird. Choose from…

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5 July 2025to26 July 2025
Glass Trio Workshop

Newton Abbot

Create Three Stunning Glass Pieces
Exceptional Value, Unforgettable Creations
Join our Glass Trio Workshop and create three unique glass pieces: a Glass Bird, Vessel and Bauble. In this session, you'll have the opportunity to customise each item…

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5 July 2025to26 July 2025
Glass Vessel Workshop

Newton Abbot

Craft a Vessel That's Uniquely You
Your Glass, Your Way
Dive into the captivating art of glassmaking with our Glass Vessel Workshop – a favourite for those seeking to craft something both beautiful and functional. Under the guidance of expert…

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5 July 2025to26 July 2025
Ldt 360

Exeter

We kicked off our first DnB 360 with Jungle Cakes and the vibe in Move was unreal! It flipped the club on its head, and we knew we had to run it back... so here it is: LDT residents and crew going all in, booth in the middle, dance floor all around…

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5 July 2025Open 22:00 -
London African Gospel Choir

Budleigh Salterton

The Budleigh Festival 2025 will deliver a once-in-a-lifetime musical experience as its finale, with joyous gospel tunes followed by a ground-breaking reimagining of Paul Simon's Graceland performed in full.

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5 July 2025Open 19:00 -

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