What's on inTorquay


Welcome to Torquay

Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting Torquay - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.

Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in Torquay to suit all the family, whatever the weather.

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Forthcoming events in Torquay

11
OCT
THE SEARCHERS EXPERIENCE featuring SPENCER JAMES
Babbacombe Theatre

The Tremeloes Timeless Legends of British RockThe Tremeloes one of the most enduring and influential bands in the history of British rock music have been captivating audiences worldwide for over six decades. Their journey marked by chart‐topping hits and a legacy…

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12
OCT
The Greates Magician
Babbaco,be Theatre

The Greatest Magician: An Evening of Wonders ‐ A polished showman and raconteur. An unforgettable evening we cant stop talking about The StandardA BRAND‐NEW SHOW FOR 2024. Extraordinary ‐ Daily Mirror Following a sellout run in 202223 ‐ James Phelan the…

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19
OCT
Henning Wehn - Acid Wehn
Babbacombe Theatre

Award‐deserving German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn takes an unbiased look at climate change a topic sure to delight audiences and no surprise. After all everyone loves talking about the weather. Rain or shine all will be fine. Or maybe it wont. Who…

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19
OCT
Fawlty Towers Weekend 19/10/2024
The Grand Hotel, England,

.You will arrive Saturday lunch time where you will be greeted by Basil Sybil and Manuel who will check you into your rooms.Afternoon Tea will be served at 4.00pm with the help of the Fawlty Towers Team.At 8.00pm the Fawlty Towers Show…

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23
OCT
Christmas Stars
Babbacombe Theatre

The brightest star this yuletide season promises to be the festive treattaking centre stage at the Babbacombe Theatre Christmas Stars.Comedy will feature in more than one guise during Christmas Stars Enjoy comedic one liners funny stories and side‐splitting sketches. If you like…

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25
OCT
Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
Babbacombe Theatre

All Hollys hits and classics from his rock n roll pals are played live on stage by these five amazing young actor‐musicians who always delight crowds with their fabulous show. Featuring raw rock n roll beautifully haunting ballads energetic performances …

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01
NOV
KATIE HOPKINS – True
Babbacombe Theatre

For this ALL NEW SHOW Katie Hopkins takes a look around at the madness we face and shreds the lunatics with her usual brutal honesty:Weve got politicians sending pictures of their genitals to strangers unelected leaders in every county in the United…

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02
NOV
ANTHEMS OF ROCK
Babbacombe Theatre

Some people just wish they lived in another era the era of classic rockAnthems of Rock takes you back to the heyday of 80s rock. Telling the story of how 3 men born in the 90s grew up listening to what they…

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09
NOV
The Dark side of Pink Floyd
Babbacombe Theatre

The Darkside Of Pink Floyd proudly presents their 2024 UK tour consisting of classic songs from Pink Floyds celebrated 1994 P.U.L.S.E. tour.With sell‐out theatre shows across the UK The Darkside Of Pink Floyd is apremier touring tribute band featuring the authentic sound…

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14
NOV
ABC – An Intimate Evening with MARTIN FRY
Babbacombe Theatre

A Look At Life And A Look Of LiveThe hits earned their place in pop history. From Poison Arrow to The Look Of Love from All Of My Heart and Be Near Me to When Smokey Sings ABC were the band that…

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21
NOV
PSYCHIC SALLY
Babbacombe Theatre

The nations favourite psychic is back on tour Sally has been wowing theatre audiences young and old around the world for over 12 years. Her show will have you on the edge of your seat as she continues to bring mediumship into…

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22
NOV
SEX BOMB!
Babbacombe Theatre

An explosive celebration to one of the most powerful men in the pop music scene ‐ SIR TOM JONES. This first class tribute to Sir Tom is accompanied by an outstanding band playing two hours of his iconic hits including; Sexbomb…

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23
NOV
SIMON & GARFUNKLE – Through The Years
Babbacombe Theatre

Performed by BookendsSimon & Garfunkel: Through the Years is the most authentic sounding concert to the unforgettable music of Simon & Garfunkel. Made up of Dan Haynes & Pete Richards Bookends have toured the globe extensively with their concerts being described as…

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23
NOV
The Overtones Good Times Christmas Tour
Princess Theatre

Having racked up multi‐platinum record sales released 6 studio albums and sold out 11 national tours The Overtones are back with their incredible Good Times Christmas Tour After headlining some of the most prestigious venues across the UK including The London Palladium…

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29
NOV
SIMON EVANS – Have We Met?
Babbacombe Theatre

Completing the Trilogy begun with Genius 2.0 and The Work of the Devil Have We Met finds Simon standing like Ulysses in Tennysons famous verse gazing out over the moaning deep and the twinkling rocks and wondering whether to seek a newer…

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30
NOV
Go Your Own Way A TRIBUTE TO FLEETWOOD MAC
Babbacombe Theatre,

Go Your Own Way is the spellbinding show featuring music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac.Their rock n roll legacy is beautifully performed by a highly talented and acclaimed ensemble of musicians who will take audiences on a powerful…

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06
DEC
BUBLÉ BY CANDLELIGHT
Babbacombe Theatre

Get ready to be transported into the mesmerizing world of the legendary Michael Bubl with the UKs number 1 tribute artist Josh Hindle and his sensational live swing band. Embark on an unforgettable journey as we bring you Bubl by Candlelight a…

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07
DEC
THE ROLLING STONES STORY
Babbacombe Theatre

The Rolling Stones have dominated Rock n Roll music since the 1960s and were at the forefront of the British Invasion of bands that conquered the US in 1964. They ran neck and neck with The Beatles in the popularity stakes with…

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17
JAN
The Three Musketeers - touring theatre - Torquay
Torquay Royal Lyceum Theatre

Taking place atTorquay Royal Lyceum Theatre29 Abbey Rd Torquay TQ2 5NQPerformance timesFriday Jan 17th 2025‐ 7.30pmSUITABLE FOR ALL AGESTickets £10 full £8 concessions available from https:www.southdevonplayers.combox‐office.html or in person on the door from 6.30pm please use cash if possible.Run‐time:Approximate 2 hours 30…

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02
FEB
JACK DEE – Small World
Babbacombe Theatre

CULTURE WARS THE ENVIRONMENT BRITISH FOREIGN POLICY and SOCIAL JUSTICE: these are just a few of the topics that Jack spectacularly fails to address or even mention for that matter in his brand new show. Instead for reasons known only to him…

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21
FEB
THE WIZZARD OF OZ – Adult Panto
Babbacombe Theatre

Follow Adult Panto Tour over the rainbow for an all new adventure to the merry old land of oz in THE WIZARD OF OZStarring MARINA SUMMERS Drag Race UK vs The World Finalist and Drag Race Phillipines as GLINDA DIVINA DE CAMPO…

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22
FEB
CLINTON BAPTISTE – Roller Ghoster!
Babbacombe Theatre

Solo again Britains most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kays Phoenix Nights returns with his brand new hilarious one‐man stand up show. As well as venturing into the audience to offer his unique spirit readings Clinton Baptiste comes armed with more…

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27
FEB
COUNTRY ROADS
Babbacombe Theatre

Leave your 9 to 5 worries at the door and get ready as for one night only we celebrate the Kings and Queens of country music.Brand‐new for 2024 from hit producers Entertainers. . . this is the Lost in Music…

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01
MAR
The Greatest ABBA Party Night Ever
Babbacombe Theatre

Featuring The Winner Takes It AllYou can dance you can jive having the time of your life.Get ready to experience the ultimate nostalgia trip with The Winner Takes It All the spectacular tribute show that brings all the iconic hits of…

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07
MAR
Very Santana
Babbacombe Theatre

Join us for a musical time travel experience where you can enjoy the beautiful guitar melodies and creatively diverse challenging songs of Carlos Santana.Our band consists of highly skilled and musically educated musicians who perform these pieces with excellence.As hundreds of independent…

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08
MAR
TEASE
Babbacombe Theatre,

Step into the World ofTease the ultimate burlesque and cabaret experience where sensuality and unadulterated fun collide to create an unforgettable evening.Led by Londons top comedy compere and award‐winning West End burlesque sensations Lady Lust and Miss Temptation and our famous…

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14
MAR
BARBRA STREISAND The Greatest Star
Babbacombe Theatre

Barbra Streisand is by far one of the worlds best known artistes in recent times. The Broadway star went from dust to stardom in the blink of an eye most famous for her role in Funny Girl she is a phenomenon. With…

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15
MAR
THE UPBEAT BEATLES
Babbacombe Theatre

Relive the sounds of the 60s with the worlds premier Beatles tribute band. The Upbeat Beatles re‐create the sound of the Fab Four faithfully and as closely as its possible to get. Raw powerhouse vocals…

21
MAR
MAN IN THE MIRROR A tribute to Michael Jackson
Babbacombe Theatre

Join us for a Thriller of an evening as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP. This is theMan in the MirrorThe brand new must‐see electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson. Starring CJ one of the worldsgreatest Michael Jackson…

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28
MAR
The Magic of Motown
Babbacombe Theatre

Its no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history.Come celebrate our brand‐new show for 2025 as we Reach Out and show you there aint no mountain high enough with the biggest Motown party of…

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Tourist Attractions


Kents Cavern

Kents Cavern is one of the most important Palaeolithic caves in Northern Europe and the oldest recognisable human dwelling in Britain. It holds beautiful and spectacular geological formations and significant prehistoric finds, some over 700,000 years old.The name Kents is likely to derive from the Cornish Celtic word…

Dartmouth Castle

This brilliantly positioned defensive castle juts out into the narrow entrance to the Dart Estuary, with the sea lapping at its foot. Begun in the late 14th century, the castle was intended to protect the warehouses and homes of Dartmouth's merchants. It was one of the earliest castles…

Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway

Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway from Paignton is the holiday line with steam trains running for seven miles in Great Western tradition along the spectacular Torbay coast to Churston and through the wooded slopes bordering the Dart estuary to Kingswear. The scenery is superb, with seascapes right…

Bygones

Bygones life size Victorian street is a special look at how we used to live.In three floors of pure nostalgia you'll find old fashioned shops, period rooms, the age of the steam train and a collection of toys and models that will take your breath away ‐ whatever…

Living Coasts

Take a fantastic journey around the coastlines of the world without leaving Torquay Welcome to Living Coasts, Paignton Zoo's new visitor attraction in Torquay. Living Coasts is a unique, world class aquatic visitor attraction, focusing on the conservation of coastal and marine life around the globe. It has…

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier is a family favourite attraction in the Torbay area, an all‐weather attraction that's fun for all the family, every day of the year. Attractions on Paignton Pier include amusements, stalls and beach goods, fortune telling, cafe and takeaway, jackpot bingo, prize and fun games, orbiter…

Want more?

Want to see what other attractions to visit when in Torquay? See our list of attractions in Torquay, including theme parks, castles, historic houses, zoos and many more family days out.