Each year Torbay hosts a number of different festivals with more being added all the time!
There is always something happening so check out our guide to what’s on here or for a more broad view have a look below for what may be on during your visit. Should you see anything that you find of interest, please call us on 01803293381 so our friendly staff can talk you through what deals are available, or have a look for yourself here.
The International Agatha Christie Festival
Based at Torre Abbey the International Agatha Christie Festival is fast becoming one of the UK’s leading literary festivals.
14th- 18th September.
Paignton Regatta 2016
Paignton Regatta is a good old-fashioned week of traditional seaside fun, mainly taking place on and around Paignton Green.
6th- 14th August.
Torbay Carnival Week
You may be surprised to know that Torbay Carnival has been running for over 100 years.
It was originally held on one night – procession night – but over the years we have grown and now we run over nine days of free entertainment for all the family. We do all this to help raise money for local charities and organisations.
These roads will be closed while the procession is on route.
23rd- 31st July.
Torbay Steam Fair
Torbay Steam Fair is now one of the biggest events on the English Riviera events calendar and attracts visitors from far and wide.
Situated just outside Brixham on the main A3022, this 3 day event is a must for all the family.
Come and view the wonderful working steam engines, vintage, and classic cars, lorries, military displays, market stalls and so much more.
5th- 7th August.
Torbay Royal Regatta will take place between Friday 19th August and Wednesday 24th August inclusive.
19th- 24th August.
English Riviera Open Bowls Tournament
Following on from the success of previous tournaments, we are delighted once again to welcome all competitors, their families and friends to the English Riviera. We are sure the prospect of playing on the greens overlooking the delightful settings of Torbay is one of the reasons many competitors attend year after year.
19th- 26th June.
A swashbuckling mix of piratical fun and entertainment!
30th April- 2nd May.
Babbacombe Rotary Fair
Babbacombe Downs comes alive with this wonderful community and charity based event.
15th June.
Geopark Festival
Celebrate The English Riviera UNESCO-recognised Global Geopark at this years Geopark Festival . A wide range of events will be available to visitors and residents at a number of locations across the bay.
28th May- 5th June.
Fishstock Brixham
Fishstock Brixham, the English Riviera’s renowned urban music and seafood festival takes place at the new Fish Quay on Brixham’s picturesque fishing harbour.
10th September.
Since its creation, the festival has grown into a major event attracting locals, visitors and bikers from all across the country. All in the name of charity, the festival features live music, stunts, a beer tent, more stalls than you can shake a Harley Davison at and the stars of the show: the motorbikes.
29th April- 1st May.