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Events in 2026

The English Riviera hosts a wide range of events throughout the year, bringing our communities together and creating memorable experiences for residents and visitors. Working closely with local organisers, our Events Team helps make sure these events are well managed, welcoming and accessible, supporting our shared ambition to make Torbay a vibrant and inspiring place to live, work and visit.

From major coastal celebrations to smaller community activities, our events portfolio reflects our commitment to supporting high‑quality events that enhance wellbeing, strengthen local pride and showcase the very best of our naturally inspiring Bay.

Below is a list of the events taking place across Torbay in the coming year.

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March 2026

Torre Abbey Wedding Fayre


Art on Your Doorstep Trail

  • 6 March – 5 September 2026
  • Trail from Torre Abbey to Torquay Harbour
  • Event details 

The Big Tackle 2026 (Rowcroft Hospice)

April 2026

Easter Egg Hunt (Paignton Lions)


Total Coastal – Ultra, Half & 10K

  • 25 April 2026
  • Kingswear → Shaldon / Preston → Shaldon / Babbacombe → Shaldon
  • Event details 

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May 2026

Brixham Pirate Festival


English Riviera Bike Night (weekly)

  • Every Wednesday, 6 May–30 September 2026
  • Eastern Esplanade, Paignton
  • Event details 

Offshore & Bays Fest (RNLI)


English Riviera Airshow

June 2026

English Riviera Walking Festival

  • 6–21 June 2026
  • Across Torquay, Paignton & Brixham
  • Event details

Romeo & Juliet – Duke’s Theatre Company


Torbay Pride


Shiver Me Timbers (Winding Paths)


Torbay Armed Forces Day


SUPER Festival & ICF SUP World Cup

  • 24–28 June 2026
  • English Riviera (Torquay, Paignton, Brixham)
  • Event details

July 2026

World Cup 2026 Fan Zone (England matches)


 

August 2026

September 2026