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

  1. June Boom
    Join us for a spectacular month-long celebration that showcases the boom of vibrant events, arts, and cultural activities happening throughout Exeter in June. From lively music performances and hilarious comedy shows to fascinating heritage tours and captivating art & literature events, there's something for everyone.
  2. Exeter by Train
    Travel to Exeter by train, with Great Western Railway. Get inspiration with one of our suggested rail itineraries.
  3. The Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 is coming to Exeter. All the latest news can be found here.
  4. National Cream Tea Day

    Celebrate National Cream Tea Day on Friday 27th June with a lovely dollop of cream and jam on your scones.

  5. Summer in Exeter
    Summer has well and truly arrived in Exeter, and come rain or shine there's lots going on across our city to keep everyone entertained.
  6. Dog Friendly
    Exeter is a very dog-friendly city, so why not bring your furry friend along with you to explore this beautiful and historic city?
  7. Guest blog: Exeter Culture presents June Boom Week Three

    The action keeps on coming and welcome to the third week of June Boom.

  8. 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.

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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. The Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 is coming to Exeter. All the latest news can be found here.
  4. June Boom
    Join us for a spectacular month-long celebration that showcases the boom of vibrant events, arts, and cultural activities happening throughout Exeter in June. From lively music performances and hilarious comedy shows to fascinating heritage tours and captivating art & literature events, there's something for everyone.
  5. Duran Duran
    1. 3 Jul 2025
  6. Jazz On the Quay
    Jazz on the Quay is back!​​​​​​ A fun, FREE afternoon of music starting on Sunday 29th June and then every Sunday during July, until the 31st August (apart from the 27th July).
    1. 29 Jun 2025
    2. 6 Jul 2025
    3. 13 Jul 2025
    4. 20 Jul 2025
    5. 3 Aug 2025
    6. 10 Aug 2025
    7. 17 Aug 2025
    8. 24 Aug 2025
    9. 31 Aug 2025
  7. Fore Street Flea returns for 2025

    Fore Street Flea returns to Exeter's West Quarter on 18th May, with an eclectic mix of stalls, food and drink, and live entertainment.

  8. Exeter Street Arts Festival
    Street art celebration for all that celebrates diversity through music dance and arts.
    1. 5 Jul 2025
  9. Exeter Armed Forces Day
    Exeter's Armed Forces Day will take place on Saturday 21st June 2025, following the longstanding tradition of taking place one week before the national Armed Forces Day.

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