What’s On in Devon 2025
Devon is set to host a vibrant array of events throughout 2025, catering to diverse interests from music festivals and airshows to historical tours and food fairs. Below is a comprehensive month-by-month guide to some of the county's most anticipated events and attractions:
April 2025
eat:Bideford (April 5): A free food festival on Bideford Quay featuring over 50 stalls showcasing local produce and cuisine.
May 2025
Brixham Pirate Festival (May 3–5): A free, family-friendly event transforming Brixham into a pirate haven with street theatre, historical reenactments, and maritime activities.
Devon County Show (May 15–17): A prominent event showcasing the best of Devon's agriculture, food, and crafts, offering a true taste of country life.
Dart Music Festival (May 16–18): A free festival in Dartmouth hosting over 100 performances across various venues, featuring a wide range of musical genres.
Plymouth Pirate Weekend (May 17–18): The Barbican and waterfront areas of Plymouth come alive with pirate-themed activities, music, and entertainment suitable for all ages.
Plymouth Running Festival (May 11): This festival welcomes runners of all levels to participate in various races set against the scenic Plymouth waterfront.
English Riviera Airshow (May 30–June 1): Experience thrilling aerial displays over Paignton, featuring jets, historic aircraft, and skydivers in a free summer spectacle.
June 2025
Plymouth Summer Sessions (June 12–15): Set on Plymouth Hoe, this outdoor concert series features performances by renowned artists such as Snow Patrol, James with Razorlight, Jamie Webster, Pendulum, and The Corrs.
GoldCoast Oceanfest (June 20–22): Held at Croyde Bay, this festival combines live music with beach sports and activities, featuring artists like James Bay, Charlie Hedges, Example, and Aswad.
Plymouth Armed Forces Day (June 28): A family-friendly event on Plymouth Hoe celebrating Britain's military history with food stalls, live demonstrations, and evening concerts.
July 2025
Bideford Soap Box Derby (July 6): An exciting event where participants race homemade soapbox carts through the streets of Bideford, showcasing creativity and engineering skills.
Goren Festival (July 5–7): A family-friendly festival set in wildflower meadows near Stockland, offering live music, local food, and camping.
Tunes on the Sands (July 12–13): Held on Blackpool Sands Beach, this festival combines live music with the stunning backdrop of the South Devon coastline.
Mid Devon Show (July 26): A one-day agricultural show in Tiverton, featuring livestock displays, local food vendors, crafts, and entertainment for all ages.
August 2025
Sidmouth Folk Festival (August 2–9): A week-long celebration of folk music, dance, and crafts, featuring concerts, workshops, and family activities.
Beautiful Days Festival (August 16–18): Held at Escot Park near Honiton, this family-friendly festival offers a diverse lineup of music across multiple stages, along with theatre, crafts, and a dedicated children's area.
Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta (August 28–30): A historic regatta featuring sailing events, rowing races, air displays, live music, and fireworks along the River Dart.
British Firework Championships (Dates TBA): A spectacular two-day event in Plymouth where top pyrotechnic companies compete, illuminating the sky with dazzling displays over the waterfront.
September 2025
England's Seafood FEAST (Dates TBA): A culinary festival across the English Riviera, offering seafood lovers a chance to indulge in fresh catches prepared by local chefs.
Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival (Dates TBA): A renowned literary event featuring talks, workshops, and book signings with celebrated authors in the charming coastal town of Budleigh Salterton.
October 2025
Two Moors Festival (Dates TBA): A classical music festival held across various venues in Exmoor and Dartmoor, showcasing performances by acclaimed musicians and ensembles.
November 2025
Ottery St. Mary Tar Barrels (November 5): A unique and historic event where locals carry flaming tar barrels through the streets, attracting thousands of spectators annually.
December 2025
Exeter Christmas Market (Dates TBA): Located on Cathedral Green, this festive market offers a variety of crafts, gifts, and food stalls, set against the backdrop of Exeter's historic cathedral.
Year-Round Attractions
National Trust Properties: Devon is home to several remarkable National Trust sites, including:
Castle Drogo: The last castle built in England, located near Drewsteignton, offering stunning views over the Teign Gorge and showcasing impressive architecture.
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