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Exeter is unrivalled in the region for the choice of things to do, whatever the weather, night or day.

  1. Christmas in Exeter
    Experience the magic of Christmas in Exeter. Our historic city is the perfect place to celebrate the festive season. The festivities start on the 15th November with the opening of the Cathedral Christmas Market, and new for 2024 is the free Countdown to Christmas Trail!
  2. Autumn in Exeter Photo Competition
    Enter our photography competition for the chance to win a £100 InExeter Gift Card.
  3. Cinderella - Exeter Northcott

    Too early to start talking about pantomime season? Oh no it isn’t! Read our guide to this year's pantos in Exeter.

  4. UNESCO City of Literature
    Exeter became the only UK destination in 2019 to be awarded UNESCO City of Literature status.
  5. Treat yourself to a festive city break

    If you're seeking a little escapism this festive period then Exeter offers the perfect city break for a getaway.

  6. Exeter Christmas Market on Cathedral Green
    Exeter Cathedral's popular Christmas Market is back for 2024, from Friday 15 November – Sunday 15 December.
    1. 15 Nov 202415 Dec 2024
  7. Topsham (c) Jan Penny
    The quaint historic estuary port of Topsham, just 4 miles from Exeter, has a cosmopolitan atmosphere with an eclectic cluster of specialist shops and fine restaurants, plus wonderful sunsets above the estuary. Once a thriving port and shipbuilding centre, Topsham still retains a strong maritime flavour.
  8. Women's Rugby World Cup England 2025
    The Women’s Rugby World Cup England 2025 is coming to Exeter! Find out more information and register your interest in tickets.

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Exeter's vibrant arts scene sets it firmly on the map as the cultural centre of the South West.

  1. What's happening in and around Exeter
    Find out what's on Exeter and explore the best Exeter events. It's hard to beat the year-round programme of music, theatre, dance, comedy, and entertainment with live events every day of the year.
  2. Music, Theatre, Dance, Comedy & Entertainment all year round

  3. Exeter's Winter Wonderland
    1. 22 Nov 202424 Dec 2024
  4. RAMM Dartmoor: A Radical Landscape
    Dartmoor: A Radical Landscape is a major new contemporary art exhibition exploring Dartmoor’s evocative landscape through photography, film and Land Art.
    1. 20 Nov 202423 Feb 2025
  5. Guest blog - RHS Glow at Rosemoor gardens

    Get yourself tickets for the brightest night of the year at RHS Glow and see Rosemoor gardens illuminated like never before.

  6. Guest blog - Experience the Magic of Christmas at Powderham

    Experience the wonder of Christmas at Powderham this festive season!

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