What's on in Devon this weekend

Hooray for Friday and the beginning of October half term! 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!

If you’re got longer to explore, find out what’s on during the rest of October including pumpkin patches, half term and Halloween fun.

Please check event organisers’ websites and social media channels for up-to-date information about opening, particularly during adverse weather.

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FEATURED EVENT: Pumpkin Festival at Pennywell Farm – daily until 1 November 2026

Pennywell Farm piglets pose in a Halloween pumpkin — © Photograph – Richard Austin

Pennywell – one of Devon’s top attractions – runs a fantastic pumpkin event each autumn.

Expect a pumpkin patch, trail, live music and plenty of seasonal fun and games alongside the usual farm fun.

Pennywell is one of those places that is perfect to get in the spirit of the season without any frights, making it ideal for little ones.

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Find out more on the Pennywell Farm website.

Things to do in Devon this weekend

It’s a big week in the Devon events calendar so I’m pointing you to my big round ups of fun family activities where you can find all the school holiday happenings:

October half term and Halloween event guide button

More activities happening this weekend and beyond

Here’s some of the long running Devon events and activities you should check out this weekend and over October half term:

Room on the Broom activity trail at Haldon Forest near Exeter – open daily from 27 January 2027

Crafted magic wands held up against a Room on the Broom activity board — Picture credit: Forestry England – Crown Copyright

The newest children’s activity trail in the partnership between Forestry England and Magic Light Pictures opens this week. Help Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s character the Witch as she embarks on a magical journey around Haldon Forest.

From 1 October, there’s extra Halloween fun on the trail. Look out for magical cauldrons and solve the clues to complete a special Halloween crossword.

Find out mort about the Room on the Broom trail.

Insects Uncovered at Newton Abbot Museum – daily until 1 March 2027

A bright blue butterfly on display at Newton Abbot Museum

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 – 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.