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.

Editor's Picks


FASCINATING AIDA26 Sep 2025

Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

Three times Olivier Award nominated and now a global internet sensation Fascinating Ada are still Britains best comedy cabaret trio.This brand new show will include several numbers hot off the press plus a few old favourites including their infamous anthem to budget travel Cheap Flights 6 million plus hits on…

Forthcoming events in Torquay

18
JUL
THE SEARCHERS & HOLLIES EXPERIENCE
Babbacombe Theatre

The Searchers & Hollies Experience...The Best Of Both Worlds brings to the stage the magical hits of these two legendary harmony bands with memories of the most high‐energy decade in pop music history. Let the haunting melodies transport you to that exciting…

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19
JUL
JIM DAVIDSON – The Next Chapter
Babbacombe Theatre,

The Next Chapter In the ever‐evolving book of British comedy Jim Davidson OBE remains a best‐seller writing new chapters of hilarity that captivate capacity audiences year after year.Despite the relentless attempts of a woke minority to pen his comedic demise Davidsons narrative…

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24
JUL
Stuart Michael – The Psychic Medium
Babbacombe Theatre

Direct from Londons West End a thrilling and intriguing night of psychic mediumshipBoasting an impressive worldwide celebrity client list Stuart brings his quick‐witted humour sensitivity and compassion to the stage.Sharing his personal story the childhood gift of being able to…

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25
JUL
EVERLYS AND FRIENDS
Babbacombe Theatre

The Temple Brothers officially voted as the UKs No1 Everly Brothers tribute by the National Tribute Music Awards 2017 faithfully recreate the music and harmonies of one of the greatest and best‐loved duos of all time ‐ The Everly Brothers. Just like…

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26
JUL
Go Your Own Way – The Fleetwood Mac Legacy
Babbacombe Theatre

Go Your Own Way is a brand new spellbinding show featuring the 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…

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29
JUL
Bob Marley – Legend
Babbacombe Theatre

Legend ‐ the Music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza. Combining his superb distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship a supremely talented cast recreate the timeless hitsCould You Be Loved Is This…

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01
AUG
THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC
Babbacombe Theatre

Calling all Dancing Queens this is your night to say Thank you for the MusicThis international smash‐hit tribute show brings all ABBAs number one hits to the stage in a production like no other. The hugely popular show now in its 22nd…

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08
AUG
ROY ‘CHUBBY’ BROWN
Babbacombe Theatre

coverROY CHUBBY BROWNDates8 Aug 2025Venues:Categories:50 plus years In Entertainment comedy Roy Chubby Brown is still going strong entertaining thousands and thousands of fans annually up and down the country Roy is the undoubted King of ComedyCountless DVDs 30…

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09
AUG
A Night To Remember Motown Show
Babbacombe Theatre

A Night To Remember: Motown Show takes you back in time to 1960s Detroit. Be prepared for a high energy show packed with the greatest Motown hits of all time.Starring The Voice UK finalist Bizzi Dixon and backed by the soulful vocal…

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15
AUG
Oasiz
Babbacombe Theatre

OASIZ are one of the UKs most authentic tribute bands a point proved in 2023 when a short clip of front man Steve performing as Liam went viral on social media with over half a million views. Many fans were convinced the…

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23
AUG
Drag Me To The 80s
Babbacombe Theatre

Meet the cast of our 80s Divas and join us on an unforgettable journey as this amazing production delivers a dazzling fusion of nostalgia empowerment and a celebration of the extraordinary .Get ready to dance sing and be captivated by the powerhouse…

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24
AUG
Oh What a Night!
Babbacombe Theatre

OH WHAT A NIGHT takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.Vallis unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry Lets Hang On…

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30
AUG
An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret
Babbacombe Theatre,

A Glorious Night of Glamour Laughter and Feel‐Good Fun.Roll up roll up... the UKs longest‐running burlesque show is back touring the nation with a thrilling new twist Presenting An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret a dazzling celebration of cabaret burlesque and world‐class…

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05
SEP
MAGIC of the BEE GEES
Babbacombe Theatre

Direct from Londons West End. . .Whether youre a brother or whether youre a mother when the feelings gone and you cant go on its time to put on your dancing shoes for the night out of the year you have been…

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12
SEP
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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13
SEP
EMILIO SANTORO as ELVIS
Babbacombe Theatre

Crowned 2024 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist World Champion by Elvis Presley Enterprises at Graceland Emilio Santoro brings his award‐winning ELVIS PRESLEY show to the UK.Performing with his authentic 50s live band The Creoles Emilio celebrates Elvis younger years in spectacular style taking…

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13
SEP
Fawlty Towers Weekend -Torquay
The Grand Hotel,

.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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14
SEP
HARRY HILL – New Bits & Greatest Hits
Babbacombe Theatre

Join me on my Diamond Jubilee lap of honour as I celebrate 60 Glorious Years of fun laughter and low level disruptionMarvel As I offer new insights into the hot topics of the day such as the demise of the SCART lead…

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19
SEP
MICHAEL starring BEN
Babbacombe Theatre

Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson the man the music and the magic. Michael Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UKs ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and…

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20
SEP
A Tribute to THE CARPENTERS
Babbacombe Theatre

Its time to get over that rainbow and make the smallest of dreams come true with A Tribute to the Carpenters.The original Carpenters tribute is back with a brand‐new show for 2025Featuring Gordy Marshalls The British Carpenters starring the fantastic Sally Creedon…

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26
SEP
FASCINATING AIDA
Babbacombe Theatre

Three times Olivier Award nominated and now a global internet sensation Fascinating Ada are still Britains best comedy cabaret trio.This brand new show will include several numbers hot off the press plus a few old…

27
SEP
ROY HEMMINGS Hits Of Motown
Babbacombe Theatre,

Both critics and fans agree that Roy G Hemmings is a great showman and dynamic singer. Understood as the longest serving former member of legendary group The Drifters Roy had worked alongside founder Johnny Moore for more than 20 years.He has entertained…

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03
OCT
MOVICALS
Babbacombe Theatre

A movie musical extravaganza like no other. So get ready to be swept off your feet with MOVICALS ‐ the ultimate lights camera action experiencePrepare to be transported to a world where the magic of the stage meets the glamour of the…

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04
OCT
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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05
OCT
AMAZING ANIMALS
Babbacombe Theatre

If you love animals then you are going to love this show. A show dedicated to and celebrating all creatures great and small. The only show around that you get to see Life sized crocodiles Sloths Reindeer penguins Orangutans and maybe even…

Category: Family Events

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09
OCT
STEWART COPELAND – Have I Said Too Much
Babbacombe Theatre,

A‐List rock star Stewart Copeland enjoyed remarkable success with The Police and is one of the greatest drummers of all‐time a multi‐Grammy winner and a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer.Having played drums for Curved Air from 1975 to 1976 he went…

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10
OCT
THE ULTIMATE EAGLES
Babbacombe Theatre

Having performed to over 1000000 people worldwide The Ultimate Eagles features a cast of internationally acclaimed musicians whove played alongside bands such as Queen Paul Young Roger Daltrey Lulu Van Morrison Cliff Richard John Legend and Thunder.The Worlds Best Eagles show …

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11
OCT
DOWN FOR THE COUNT – Swing That Music
Babbacombe Theatre

Please note this is a revised date.Join the UKs hardest swinging band Down for the Count All‐Stars for one hellova celebration of vintage music TimeOut London its time to Swing That Music This mini big band recreate the music of Louis…

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24
OCT
A SKY FULL OF STARS
Babbacombe Theatre

Get ready for an electrifying night of music and magic with Sky Full of Starsthe most authentic tribute to Coldplay This spectacular live experience doesnt just capture the sound and spirit of one of the worlds biggest bandsit makes you part of…

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25
OCT
THE BIG PANTS PARTY
Babbacombe Theatre

The Big Pants party is the ultimate ladies night out celebrating the iconic soundtrack of a lifetime of fun love and friendship.Join us for an evening of fabulous live music and amazing vocalists as we embark on an extraordinary celebration of sisterhood…

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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…

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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.


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