Looking for things to do in Devon in June 2024? Here’s your guide to family-friendly events, places to visit and what’s on in Devon.
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What’s on in Devon this June
Heres what’s on in Devon during June 2024:
English Riviera Airshow, Torbay – 1 to 2 June 2024
This free two-day airshow takes place in the natural amphitheatre provided by Torbay.
As well as plenty of action in the skies there’s stalls, entertainment and children’s activities on Paignton Green.
For the complete air display line up see the English Riviera Airshow website.
Flow Art Exhibition at Cockington Court near Torquay – daily until 2 June 2024
Dive into Cockington Court’s latest exhibition, Flow, which is inspired by water. See a wide range of mediums from glass to paintings.
The exhibition takes place in the Kitchen Gallery and is free to visit between 10.30am and 4.30pm daily.
Find out more on the Cockington Court website.
Wildflower trail at Heddon Valley near Barnstaple – daily until 7 June 2024
Learn about the wildflowers around the Heddon Valley by following this paperless trail through the woods to Heddon’s Mouth.
Find out more about visiting Heddon Valley.
Killerton Springs into Rhyme: Blossom poetry display – daily until 30 June 2024
Find poetry written by local community groups shared around the formal gardens of Killerton.
The poems have been inspired by the blossom of the estate, which you can also see as you wander through the emerging magnolias and cheerful cherry blossom.
This trail is included in the admission price.
Find out more about visiting Killerton.
Wildflower trail at Arlington Court near Barnstaple – daily until 1 July 2024
Explore the pleasure grounds of this National Trust house to find eight giant wildflowers. Along the way learn about the work of the grasslands project, the importance of pollinators and how you can make a difference.
This activity is included in the admission price.
Find out more about visiting Arlington Court.
Craft Festival Bovey Tracey – 7 to 9 June 2024
Craft Festival Bovey Tracey returns for its 20th annual event featuring 200 designer makers, plus more live craft demonstrations and activities than ever before.
New talks and wellbeing workshops include the ‘Out of the Woods’ Tent, the event’s popular woodworking showcase.
There will also be free, drop-in children’s activities on the Saturday and Sunday. Lead by Jim Parkyn, Make South West, Stover School, Devon Weavers, Brick Ideas and Pom Stitch Tassel, take part in workshops exploring the theme of Sea, Land and Sky.
Also expect film screenings, live music and delicious, artisan street food by local specialists all set in gorgeous parkland.
The festival takes place in Mill Marsh Park, Bovey Tracey. Tickets cost from £10 in advance or £12 on the door. Accompanied children are free.
For more information and to buy tickets visit the Craft Festival website.
Turn the Tide Festival in Teignbridge – 7 to 9 June 2024
This marine environment, seaside, waterways and well-being festival is now in its third year and returns with three days of free activities.
The volunteer-run festival in Dawlish kicks off on the Friday with a family-friendly theatre production from Troubadour Theatre on Children under 12 go free.
On Saturday there’s circus skills and an 18m long whale from circus rum baba, Bristol, as well as storytelling on the lawn. The family-friendly fun concludes on Sunday with circus skills, craft stalls, stilt walkers.
Find out more on the Turn the Tide Festival website.
Bugalugs at Soapbox Theatre in Devonport – 8 and 5 June 2024
Dive into the captivating world of bugs with Bugalugs and the Stiltskin Theatre Company.
Experience a fantastical journey where little critters come to life through enchanting puppetry, original storytelling, and immersive theatre. This show is perfect for ages 18 months to seven years.
Find out more and book via the Soapbox theatre website.
Happy Circus Funday in Okehampton – 16 June 2024
Okehampton Primary PTA is hosting a community fun day in Simmons Park.
The day starts at 11am with family activities, food and drink vendors and a bar. Happy Circus will be performing in their big top at 2pm.
Find out more on Facebook.
Madagascar the Musical at Queens Theatre Barnstaple – 19 to 23 June 2024
Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – The Musical follows all of your favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar.
This paw-tapping masterpiece stars CBBC presenter and Strictly Come Dancing finalist Karim Zeroual as King Julian and is stopping in Barnstaple as part of a nation-wide tour.
If you’re fans you’ll want to ‘Move it, Move it!’ to the box office before tickets run out.
Find out more and buy tickets on the Madagascar The Musical website.
Teignmouth Folk Festival, Teignmouth – 21 to 23 June 2024
This lively folk festival takes place across several venues in Teignmouth.
Throughout the festival there’s a heady mix of music performances and Morris dancing at venues around the town.
Tickets are available for camping and night time concerts.
Check the festival’s Facebook group for announcements about acts and what’s on about town.
Armed Forces Day in Plymouth – 29 June 2024
Head to Plymouth Hoe for a free day of family entertainment celebrating the Armed Forces that play such an important role in the local community and beyond.
There will be opportunity’s to exploring military vehicles and equipment, take part in activities with the Royal Marines, and see displays in the arena.
Find out more about what’s happening on Armed Forces Day in Plymouth.
Do you know of an event happening in June that’s not on this list? Drop me a line or comment below.
More things to do in Devon this June
There’s never a dull moment here in the West Country and with plenty of places to visit and things to do – it won’t be hard to fill your days with fun.
Here’s some of my top picks for the best days out in Devon for families this month:
Crabbing in Devon
Summer is nearly here and the crabs are biting. Find all the top spots to drop a line in my guide to crabbing in Devon.
Visit an outdoor pool or splash park in Devon
Fingers crossed we’ll be enjoying some glorious sunshine in Devon in June – perfect for visiting an outdoor pool or splash park.
Find out where they are in my guide to outdoor pools in Devon.
Things to do on wet days in Devon
Let’s get real, some times we experience a touch of ‘liquid sunshine’ here in Devon. When the clouds gather check out my post to things to do when it rains.
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