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What to do in Newton Abbot

Between Monday, November 17, 2025 and Friday, January 16, 2026

Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market
Dec 15Popular Christmas Market in the historic heart of Exeter, featuring festive stalls and local goods.
Exeter Comedy Club - Christmas Specials
Dec 19A special festive comedy night featuring local and touring comedians.
Roof Tours – December
Dec 20A fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of Exeter Cathedral, visiting the roof space, wandering above the nave, and seeing the Ringing Chamber.
Quaywest Christmas Market
Dec 15Enjoy a festive Christmas market with hot chocolates, mulled wine, and other seasonal delights.
The Christmas Train of Lights
Dec 15Embark on a multi award-winning festive journey from Paignton to Kingswear, enjoying spectacular light displays along the way.
Carols in the Caves
Dec 16Enjoy carols in the unique setting of Kents Cavern.
Quaywest Christmas Market
Dec 12Splashdown Quaywest comes alive this Christmas as the Paignton waterpark is transformed into a festive market with local craft stalls, food and drink, entertainment and children's activities.
Bay of Lights Ice Rink
Dec 6A beautifully lit, large ice rink offering hourly sessions for up to 80 skaters, as part of the wider Bay of Lights festive illumination trail.
Taunton Independent Market Christmas Markets
Dec 4Christmas markets offering seasonal delights.
Jack & The Beanstalk - Pantomime
Dec 5The best family pantomime in Taunton.
Santa Express from Bishops Lydeard
Dec 6Make memories with a festive train ride.
Christmas with The Rifles
Dec 20A festive concert featuring The Salamanca Band and Bugles of The Rifles.
Taunton Concert Band Christmas Concert
Dec 20A festive evening full of sparkle, warmth, and Christmas cheer presented by the Taunton Concert Band.
Jack & The Beanstalk - Pantomime
Dec 20Join for a giant pantomime adventure, promising the best family pantomime in Taunton.
A Winter's Tail - A Solstice Celebration for Early Years
Dec 21A fun, play-along theatre adventure led by The Last Baguette theatre company.
Candlelit Carol Service
Dec 21A traditional and atmospheric carol service by candlelight.
Festive Afternoon Tea
Dec 16Enjoy a festive-themed afternoon tea.
Festive Thursdays
Dec 18A general festive event held on Thursdays.
Wicked For Good (Film)
Dec 19A film screening at the Pavilion.
Anyway Up Bingo Christmas Special!
Dec 16Christmas-themed bingo event.
Nuremburg
Dec 15An upcoming show at Weymouth Pavilion.
John Etheridge & Chris Garrick
Dec 15A musical performance by John Etheridge and Chris Garrick.
Christmas Pantomime Jack & The Beanstalk
Dec 19This year's giant of a pantomime!
Bay of Lights
Dec 15A festive illumination trail featuring new attractions and an ice rink, running along the seafronts of Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham.
Bay of Lights Christmas Market
Nov 28Explore over 30 local stalls offering a variety of unique items as part of Torquay's festive illuminations.
Bay of Lights Ice Rink
Dec 6Enjoy hourly ice skating sessions under a beautifully lit canopy.
Arena Christmas Party
Dec 20A festive party event held at Arena Torquay.
Train of Lights
Nov 29A festive train journey illuminated with lights, offering a magical experience.
CHRISTMAS FUN @Woolavington
Dec 17A festive fun event.
Bridgwater Voices Community Choir Christmas Concert
Dec 17A magical evening filled with festive cheer and an end-of-term Christmas celebration by the community choir.
Christmas Activities with Santa Meet & Greet
Dec 20Santa Meet & Greet, Elf Hat, Animal Feed and Christmas Activities for families.
Christmashay Village - Princesshay
Dec 8Festive village offering various Christmas activities and shopping.
Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market
Dec 8A traditional Christmas market with stalls selling crafts, food, and gifts on the historic Cathedral Green.
Christmas with the Cathedral Choir
Dec 9A series of festive musical performances by the Exeter Cathedral Choir held nightly at 7pm.
Exeter Cathedral Roof Tours
Dec 8Daily guided tours providing historical insights and panoramic views from the Cathedral's roof, starting at 11:15 am.
Winter Community Exhibition
Dec 8An art exhibition at Exeter Cathedral exploring themes of gratitude and thanks.
Exeter Christmas Market
Nov 20Exeter Cathedral's popular Christmas Market.
Brillsville Market
Dec 13A local produce market with stalls, treats, and repairs.
Swinging Christmas with the Exeter Jazz Orchestra!
Dec 13Enjoy a festive evening of jazz music.
Ultimate Daytime Christmas Party
Dec 13A Christmas party event.
The Stan Hacking Concert Band: Christmas Spectacular
Dec 14A Christmas concert by The Stan Hacking Concert Band.
Advent Series 2025 by the Revd...
Nov 30An Advent series at Exeter Cathedral.
Christmas with...
Dec 9A Christmas performance at Exeter Cathedral.
Plymouth Winter Wonderland
Nov 21A festive event featuring a huge real ice rink, Santa's Enchanted Grotto, live music, rides, attractions, a Christmas bar, and festive food stalls.
Royal William Yard Festive Market
Dec 10A festive market.
Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas
Dec 11A theatrical performance of Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas.
Plymouth Christmas Market
Nov 27Soak up the festive spirit at the all-new Plymouth Christmas Market, featuring beautifully decorated wooden chalets bursting with artisan crafts and gifts.
REACH Wrestling
Dec 14REACH Wrestling superstars collide in their return to Marjon University Plymouth for an evening of live professional wrestling action, bringing family-friendly entertainment.
Murder Mystery Afternoon Tea
Dec 13An engaging murder mystery event with afternoon tea.
Quaywest Christmas Market
Dec 13A festive market offering Christmas goods and cheer.
Santa Express
Dec 6Make memories with the Santa Express.
Handel's "Messiah"
Dec 13Handel's glorious Messiah is the best-known sacred oratorio in the repertoire, performed by Taunton Choral Society.
The Nutcracker
Dec 13With captivating live music, The Nutcracker is a spellbinding adventure celebrating bravery and friendship.
Taunton Independent Market Christmas Markets
Dec 14A quality street market bringing the magic of Christmas to local families with various stalls.
Festive Thursdays
Dec 11Enjoy a festive cruise night with great food, music, and dancing in Coastal Vibes style.
Festive Cruise
Dec 10A festive cruise experience along the Jurassic Coast, featuring great food, music, and dancing.
Christmas in Weymouth
Dec 10General Christmas festivities and celebrations across Weymouth.
Carols by the Christmas Tree
Dec 13Join the Mayor of Weymouth for carols by the Christmas Tree.
Santa on the Sea
Dec 13A Santa-themed event taking place on the sea.
Icescape Westpoint 2025
Dec 11An ice skating event.
Evening of Mediumship with Nikki Kitt
Dec 8An evening of mediumship with Psychic Medium Nikki Kitt.
Bay of Lights Illumination Trail
Nov 28The Bay of Lights Illumination Trail returns, bringing a sparkle of seasonal spirit to the English Riviera.
Ice Skating at Abbey Park
Dec 6A beautifully lit, large ice rink offering hourly sessions, a new attraction for 2025.
Torquay Christmas Market
Nov 28Combines shopping, food, and festive fun with over 30 local stalls.
Christmas Train of Lights
Nov 28The must-see event in the South West festive calendar, offering a fantastic train experience.
Hal Cruttenden: Christmas Special
Dec 13A Christmas comedy special with Hal Cruttenden.
Diva of the Decades
Dec 13Find event lineups and buy tickets in our 'What's On at Babbacombe Theatre' section.
Bingo Loco Torquay
Dec 13Bingo Loco is coming to Torquay.
Christmas Community Choir Night - with Unleashed Theatre Company
Dec 13A community choir night.
Torquay Christmas Market
Nov 28Explore over 30 local stalls.
South West Wrestling presents: Clash on the Coast
Dec 14Wrestling event.
Chris Ostler concert
Dec 13Live music performance by Chris Ostler
Plymouth Christmas Market
Dec 16Soak up the festive spirit at this market featuring 50 beautifully decorated wooden chalets with artisan crafts, unique gifts, and delicious food and drink.
Plymouth Christmas Market
Dec 17Soak up the festive spirit at this market featuring 50 beautifully decorated wooden chalets with artisan crafts, unique gifts, and delicious food and drink.
Plymouth Christmas Market
Dec 18Soak up the festive spirit at this market featuring 50 beautifully decorated wooden chalets with artisan crafts, unique gifts, and delicious food and drink.
Plymouth Christmas Market
Dec 19Soak up the festive spirit at this market featuring 50 beautifully decorated wooden chalets with artisan crafts, unique gifts, and delicious food and drink.
Plymouth Winter Wonderland
Dec 15Experience a magical winter festival featuring ice skating and Santa's Grotto.
Plymouth Winter Wonderland
Dec 16Experience a magical winter festival featuring ice skating and Santa's Grotto.
Plymouth Winter Wonderland
Dec 17Experience a magical winter festival featuring ice skating and Santa's Grotto.
Plymouth Winter Wonderland
Dec 18Experience a magical winter festival featuring ice skating and Santa's Grotto.
Dick Whittington
Dec 15Panto legend Shane Richie stars in this pantomime paved with gold as Dick Whittington seeks fame, fortune, and happiness.
Plymouth Christmas Market
Dec 20Experience the all-new Plymouth Christmas Market.
Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas
Dec 20Join Father Christmas as he awakes in this festive theatre production.
80s Live Christmas Party
Dec 20An 80s Live Christmas Party.
The Imaginarium
Dec 20Step inside The Imaginarium — where time unwinds and mysteries unravel.
Festive Good Food & Craft Market
Dec 21Royal William Yard's festive market with good food and crafts.
Breakfast with Santa
Dec 21Enjoy breakfast with Santa.
Royal William Yard Festive Good Food and Craft Market
Dec 14Head to this festive market for shopping and leisurely weekend wanders, with over 60 stalls featuring regional crafts and food. This market runs on Sundays throughout November and December.
Exeter Comedy Club - Christmas Specials
Dec 12An evening of stand-up comedy with a festive twist.
Cinderella pantomime
Dec 12A classic rags-to-riches pantomime story, promising an enjoyable experience for all.
Sleeping Beauty (Pantomime)
Dec 12Torquay's Princess Theatre hosts the 2025 pantomime season with a sparkling production of Sleeping Beauty.
Harewood house Christmas market
Dec 8Christmas market with Plymouth small businesses selling handmade products.
Sophie Morrell & Matthew George
Dec 8An evening of live music with an electrifying young singer.
The Snow Beast
Dec 10A theatre performance.
The Star Who Danced
Dec 10A theatre performance.
Plymouth Arts University Christmas Makers market
Dec 6A market featuring artisan crafts from local makers.
Plymouth Christmas Market
Nov 27Wander through twinkling wooden chalets packed with artisan crafts, unique gifts, seasonal treats, and street food.
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Plymouth Winter Wonderland
Dec 8Experience a dazzling winter wonderland surrounded by the brilliant glow of a million colorful lights.
Jools Holland & His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra
Dec 12An evening of live music with Jools Holland and his band.
Improv Comedy Xmas Party
Dec 12An evening of spontaneous festive comedy.