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Exeter Events Calendar

Looking for something to do in Exeter? Whether you're a local, new in town or just cruising through we've got loads of great tips and events to offer. Find out what’s on in Exeter with our regularly updated events calendar featuring the best upcoming events in Exeter and the area.

This guide lists events at a glance, showing what’s on each month. See the highlights of What’s On for Exeter, featuring the best of things to do in Exeter – Live Music and Gigs, Family Events, Art & Culture, Food & Drink and much more. Exeter fundraisers and charity events.

Important This Event Calendar is not maintained on a daily basis and some events may have changed dates or are no longer happening. Please double-check the event websites for the most up-to-date information.

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  • RHS Glow Illuminations

    RHS Garden Rosemoor Royal Horticultural Society, TORRINGTON, TORRINGTON

    This winter, RHS Rosemoor is pulling out the stops for the 10th anniversary of RHS Glow which returns to transform the gardens once again with enchanting, illuminated trails, spectacular light and sound installations, and interactive experiences. Taking place on selected dates between 27 November 2026 and 30 December, this year’s illuminations promise a spectacular after […]

    £7 – £13

  • Exeter School Art Show EXHIBITION

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    Exeter School Exeter School, Victoria Park Rd, Exeter, United Kingdom

    The Family Society at Exeter School warmly invites you to it's very first Art Show Exeter School Family Society Exeter School's historic Butterfield Hall will open its doors to the public on Saturday 28th November 10am-4pm and Sunday 29th November 10am-3pm for its very first art show. The exhibition will include original works of art […]

    free

  • Exmouth Winter Festival

    The Strand Exmouth, Exmouth, Exmouth

    Celebrate the start of Advent and the magical switch-on of the Exmouth Tree lights at the Exmouth Winter Festival. Enjoy festive entertainment from local choirs, walkabout characters and a colourful lantern parade, bringing plenty of sparkle to this much-loved community event. Many local businesses stay open late for Christmas shopping, giving you the chance to […]

    Free

  • Jack the Ripper – Theatre show, Longdown near Exeter

    Longdown Village Hall, Chapel Hill, Longdown,, exeter, exeter

    Show starts 7.30pm at Longdown Village Hall, Chapel Hill, Longdown, near Exeter, EX6 7SN Tickets £10 adults and £8 concessions Tickets from https://www.southdevonplayers.com/box-office.html Doors open from 6.30pm. Refreshments and toilets available. A steampunk drama exploring some of the theories and mysteries around the Victorian serial killer known as Jack the Ripper. Frederick Abberline, a tormented […]

    £8 – £10

  • Jack the Ripper Theatre show – Budleigh Salterton

    Budleigh Salterton Public Hall Station Rd,, Budleigh Salterton, Budleigh Salterton

    Show starts 7.30pm at Budleigh Salterton Public Hall Station Road, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 6RJ Tickets £10 adults and £8 concessions Tickets from https://www.southdevonplayers.com/box-office.html Doors open from 6.30pm. Refreshments and toilets available. Tickets also available from Budleigh Salterton Tourist information centre A steampunk drama exploring some of the theories and mysteries around the Victorian serial killer […]

    £8 – £10
  • Santas Christmas 2026

    Santas on a Bike 2026: Festive Charity Ride to Visit South Molton

    Bridge Motorcycles Bridge Motorcycles Ltd Alphin Brook Rd, Alphington, Exeter EX2 8RG

    Get ready for a spectacular festive sight as hundreds of Santas on motorbikes arrive in South Molton on Saturday 12 December 2026! The popular annual charity ride will travel from Asda Taunton to Little Bridge House Children's Hospice in Fremington, North Devon, raising vital funds for Children's Hospice South West. The event promises Christmas cheer, […]

  • Swing Into Christmas with the Down for the Count Swing Orchestra

    Great Hall University of Exeter, Exeter, Exeter

    It’s the most wonderful time of the year: the 30-piece Down for the Count Swing Orchestra returns with its much-loved annual seasonal treat, "Swing Into Christmas"! Gather your loved ones for a joyful set of festive and non-festive classics as you’ve never experienced them before. This is a Christmas spectacular like no other – the […]

    £22.00 – £45.00
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