What’s on in Devon this weekend – 13 to 15 November 2026
Hooray for Friday! If you’re looking for family-friendly things to do in Devon you have come to the best place for events and special activities. Read on to find out what’s on in Devon this weekend!
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Things to do in Devon this weekend
Here’s the Devon events and activities you should check out this weekend:
Plymouth City Centre Christmas lights switch on – 14 November 2026
The City Centre’s Christmas lights switch-on will include family-friendly entertainment on the Piazza stage. Santa may also be making an appearance.
Find out more about what’s happening during the evening.
Find more Christmas light events in Devon
Flowers & Friendship Bracelets concert at Princess Theatre Torquay – 14 November 2026
Get your tickets for the ultimate pop concert and celebrate the biggest hits from the hottest artistes of the moment.
Tributes to Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, Chappell Roan, and Sabrina Carpenter will be performing all their top hits.
Find out more and get tickets.
Winter Twilight Trail at Crealy near Exeter – weekends from 14 to 29 November 2026
This after-dark light experience is back on Crealy’s festive calendar for a third year.
Explore the theme park after dark alongside new winter light displays, illuminated rides and an even bigger light tunnel.
Find out more about Winter Twilight Trail at Crealy.
Barbican Christmas light switch on – 16 November 2026
There will be an afternoon of family fun ahead of the switching on of the Barbican Christmas lights in Plymouth.
Enjoy free entertainment and activities between midday and 6pm.
Find out more about what’s on at the Barbican.
Guardians of the garden autumn tree trail at Coleton Fishacre in Kingswear – daily until 15 November 2026
This autumn follow the path of ‘The Green Man’ at Coleton Fishacre National Trust in South Devon. Along the way discover fascinating facts and spellbinding folklore about ancient woodlands on a free trail in the garden.
Find out more about what’s on at Coleton Fishacre.
Room on the Broom Christmas activity trail at Haldon Forest near Exeter – open daily until 3 January 2027
The Room on the Broom trail haas been given a festive glow-up for the final months of 2026. Join Witch and her friends on a magical Christmas adventure to decorate here tree. Discover seven enchanted baubles and lots of winter forest facts along the trail.
Trail packs cost £4 each and are available from the Info Pod in the car park.
Find out mort about the Room on the Broom trail.
Winter Warmer Trail at The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth – daily until 3 February 2027
Discover how donkeys are cared for in winter by taking part in The Donkey Sanctuary’s latest activity trail.
Using your map, follow Waffles around the sanctuary and discover how the team keeps the donkeys happy and healthy all winter long. To win your prize, place the matching sticker in the correct space on your trail sheet.
Trail sheets cost £5 each. Sanctuary entry and parking are free. Dogs on leads are welcome.
Find out more about this seasonal trail at The Donkey Sanctuary.
Insects Uncovered at Newton Abbot Museum – daily until 1 March 2027
See a collection of butterfly specimens and take part in The Great Butterfly & Moth Hunt to find
eight insects hiding around the museum and learn some amazing facts along the way.
When you’ve found them, go to the front desk to collect a special sticker for your Pastport and some wildflower seeds to plant at home.
Find out more about what’s on at Newton Abbot Museum.
Bayeux Around Britain at RAMM in Exeter – daily until 11 July 2027
Can’t get to London to admire the Bayeux Tapestry? Visiting RAMM in Exeter is the next best thing!
It’s part of a nation-wide programme to bring the the story of the tapestry alive with objects from RAMM’s collection, alongside digital assets from the British Museum and a trail about the history surrounding the Norman invasion.
See the Bayeux Around Britain exhibits and experiences at RAMM for free Tuesday to Sunday.
Find out more about visiting RAMM and Bayeux Around Britain.
More events coming up in November
Get the full picture of what’s on in November in my guide to family events and days out.
If you would like to see your event listed submit a listing! Submissions are open from September onwards.
What’s on at the theatre
Here’s where to find the latest listings and what’s on at Devon’s theatres:
- The Flaval, Dartmouth, South Devon
- Palace Theatre, Paignton, South Devon
- Princess Theatre, Torquay, South Devon
- The Pavilions, Teignmouth, South Devon
- Theatre Royal, Plymouth
- The Soapbox Children’s Theatre, Devonport, Plymouth
- Babbacombe Theatre, Babbacombe, South Devon
- Shaftesbury Theatre, Dawlish, South Devon
- Exeter Northcott Theatre, Exeter
- Barnfield Theatre, Exeter
- Exeter Phoenix Arts Centre, Exeter
- Exeter Corn Exchange, Exeter
- The Landmark Theatre Ilfracombe and Queens Theatre Barnstaple, North Devon
More things to do in Devon this weekend
Here’s some more guides with ideas for things to do and places to visit for the whole family:
- Ideas for rainy days in Devon
- Soft play centres in Devon
- Zoos and animal attractions
- Theme parks in Devon
- Farm shops in Devon
- Outdoor activities and attractions
- Dog-friendly family attractions in Devon
- Free things to do
- Adventure playgrounds in Devon
- Things to do with teens in Devon.
Why not visit one of Devon’s theme parks, indoor attractions or go on a walk on Dartmoor.
Devon what’s on guides
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