Indoor Events in Devon - Devon's Top Attractions

Don’t let the rain ruin your trip to Devon. Instead explore and enjoy our selection of indoor events for many different ages. From fairs to talks to exhibitions to activity days, you’ll find plenty to see and do, and you won’t have to change your plans if the weather decides to change.

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22 Dec

Sail with Santa

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Our Sail with Santa Cruises have been the family’s festive favourite in Exmouth for over 25 years. Join the Stuart…

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19 Dec

Christmas Live Music Night – The Dockneys

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Live music in Exmouth reaches a whole new level with our Live Music Night Boat Trips! These gigs are perfect…

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06 Dec

Sail with Santa

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Our Sail with Santa Cruises have been the family’s festive favourite in Exmouth for over 25 years. Join the Stuart…

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Creative crafts made by local makers 21 Nov – 22 Nov

Winter Makers Market

The Box · Plymouth

10am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday Browse and buy from a selection of exceptional local makers and artists. Entry…

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Photograph showing a man and daughter exploring a den based interactive NOW – 17 Jan

Den World

The Box · Plymouth

Home is not just a physical space but as a place of sanctuary, belonging and imagination. ‘Den World’ is made…

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21 Dec

Sail with Santa

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Our Sail with Santa Cruises have been the family’s festive favourite in Exmouth for over 25 years. Join the Stuart…

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05 Dec – 22 Dec

Sail with Santa

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Our Sail with Santa Cruises have been the family’s festive favourite in Exmouth for over 25 years. Join the Stuart…

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13 Dec

Sail with Santa

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Our Sail with Santa Cruises have been the family’s festive favourite in Exmouth for over 25 years. Join the Stuart…

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Assortment of musical instruments including a guitar, Indian Drums, a flute and rattles 11 Nov

Musical Moments Together – workshop for adults with learning disabilities (multiple dates)

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) · Exeter

Join us for Musical Moments Together, a warm and welcoming new music group at RAMM for adults with learning disabilities…

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Photograph showing a dolls house made from a shoebox 21 Nov

Shoebox Dolls’ House Workshop with Fran Daykin

The Box · Plymouth

Led by artist Fran Daykin and taking inspiration from a beautiful painting by Caroline Walker titled ‘Dolls House’ in our…

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Mildred the Mammoth wearing a Father Christmas hat 05 Dec

Elf Academy: Adventure at the Museum

The Box · Plymouth

In our Elf Academy, you’ll be able to visit The Elf Bakery to decorate your own cookie, attend The Toy…

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07 Nov

Flower resin workshop – Poppy

Quince Honey Farm · South Molton

In these fun and friendly workshops you will be guided through the process to create your own dipped resin flowers,…

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Assorted musical instruments like drums, rattles and a flute in a basket NOW – 18 Nov

Musical Moments for home educators, 5 – 11 year olds (multiple dates)

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) · Exeter

Join us for Music Together, a series of supportive and nurturing music workshops for home educated children aged 5 to 11. During the session…

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a child's hands holding a pencil over a sketchbook drawing a feather 17 Nov – 01 Dec

Art Club for home educators aged 7 to 11 (dates Sep-Dec)

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) · Exeter

Looking closely is where creativity begins. Join us for a series of inspiring monthly art sessions designed especially for home…

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Two children using air dry clay in a workshop 22 Dec – 30 Dec

Family Fun: Merry Little Makes

The Box · Plymouth

Our popular family-friendly sessions return for the Christmas holidays. Prior to Christmas, on 22 and 23 December, we’ll be making…

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man in a roman armour costume showing handling collection items to three young girls NOW – 16 Dec

Roman Exeter and the Seaton Down Hoard gallery handling (multiple dates)

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) · Exeter

Step into the world of Roman Exeter and discover the story of Isca. Join us in exploring RAMM’s captivating Roman…

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30 Dec

Festive Special River Exe Cruise

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Are you looking for festive things to do at Christmas? Take time out of the busy festive season to sit…

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26 Dec

Festive Special River Exe Cruise

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Are you looking for festive things to do at Christmas? Take time out of the busy festive season to sit…

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Painting showing housing on a hillside by a wide river with a power station on the other river bank. NOW – 21 Feb

Art Collection Highlights

The Box · Plymouth

The works were part of the Government Art Collection’s prestigious ‘Museum in Residence’ scheme, introducing world leaders, government officials, and…

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NOW – 31 Dec

Brass Rubbing Trail at House of Marbles

House of Marbles · Newton Abbot

The trail is just £2, including a booklet & crayons which can be kept as a keepsake of your visit.…

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20 Nov

Christmas Live Music Night – Ian Boyd

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Live music in Exmouth reaches a whole new level with our Live Music Night Boat Trips! These gigs are perfect…

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Photograph showing someone wearing a Christmas jumper and eating pea soup 04 Dec

Tasting Event: Christmas Movies Serves

The Box · Plymouth

Following previously sold-out tasting events, this special evening features a six-course menu inspired by some of the most iconic and…

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25 Dec

Christmas Day Swim Cruise

Stuart Line Cruises ·

Get the BEST view of Exmouth’s Christmas Day Swim! One of Exmouth’s grandest Christmas traditions is the Christmas Day Swim…

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Tinplate toys including a horse, an elephant, a seal balancing a red ball, a clown in a yellow suit and a monkey riding a bicycle on top of its original package box 09 Feb – 03 Oct

What Do You Collect? Tinplate Toys

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) · Exeter

This collection of clockwork tinplate toys started around 40 years ago. Having trained and worked as a mechanical engineer our…

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NOW – 01 Dec

Mosaic Exhibition – Picking Up The Pieces

House of Marbles · Newton Abbot

From July to December, House of Marbles is proud to host a stunning mosaic art exhibition in collaboration with the South West Mosaic…

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07 Nov

Flower resin workshops – Lily

Quince Honey Farm · South Molton

In these fun and friendly workshops you will be guided through the process to create your own dipped resin flowers,…

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Woman in an audience laughing with her mouth open 12 Mar

Art Laughs

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) · Exeter

Art Laughs, which has delighted audiences at the National Gallery, Christie’s, Royal Museums Greenwich and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, brings…

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31 Dec

Festive Special River Exe Cruise

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Are you looking for festive things to do at Christmas? Take time out of the busy festive season to sit…

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A drag king and queen performing at The Box 19 Dec

Drag Night: Glitter, Gowns & Christmas Crowns

The Box · Plymouth

Expect lip-synching, eye-catching costumes, live vocals, laughs, games, prizes and plenty of audience interaction…with a surprise or two along the…

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24 Dec

Festive Special River Exe Cruise

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Are you looking for festive things to do at Christmas? Take time out of the busy festive season to sit…

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19 Dec

Sail with Santa

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Our Sail with Santa Cruises have been the family’s festive favourite in Exmouth for over 25 years. Join the Stuart…

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12 Dec

Sail with Santa

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Our Sail with Santa Cruises have been the family’s festive favourite in Exmouth for over 25 years. Join the Stuart…

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Glass Bauble Workshop at House of Marbles 14 Nov – 20 Dec

Glass Bauble Workshops at House of Marbles

House of Marbles · Newton Abbot

Embrace A Time-Honoured Tradition Indulge in the annual tradition of glassmaking at Teign Valley Glass Studio, and infuse your festive…

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29 Dec

Festive Special River Exe Cruise

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Are you looking for festive things to do at Christmas? Take time out of the busy festive season to sit…

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Photograph showing an art installation featuring a washing line and black bedframes NOW – 21 Feb

The Way We Live

The Box · Plymouth

As Plymouth embarks on a defining new era of regeneration, this exhibition uses archival collections, sculpture, installation, painting, photography and…

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28 Dec

Festive Special River Exe Cruise

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Are you looking for festive things to do at Christmas? Take time out of the busy festive season to sit…

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Willow 14 Nov

Willow basket weaving – intermediate workshop, November

Quince Honey Farm · South Molton

In this relaxed and friendly workshop you will learn the intermediate willow weaving techniques and finishings to create a traditional…

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Photograph of singer Alex Hart standing on a beach 27 Nov

Festive Folk with Alex Hart and Guests

The Box · Plymouth

Alex will be performing a mix of festive tunes – with a folk twist of course – accompanied by guitarist…

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05 Dec – 23 Dec

Enchanted Magical Grotto at House of Marbles

House of Marbles · Newton Abbot

Step into our Enchanted Magical Grotto…by Miss Ivy Events Something magical is stirring in the woodland at House of Marbles this…

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20 Dec

Sail with Santa

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Our Sail with Santa Cruises have been the family’s festive favourite in Exmouth for over 25 years. Join the Stuart…

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04 Dec

Christmas Live Music Night – The Soul Train Experience

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Live music in Exmouth reaches a whole new level with our Live Music Night Boat Trips! These gigs are perfect…

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28 Nov – 24 Dec

The Father Christmas Experience!

The Big Sheep Farm & Theme Park ·

Your Christmas Adventure Starts at The Big Sheep! NEW for 2026 Every Sat & Sun 28th Nov to 13th Dec AND…

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05 Dec

Sail with Santa

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Our Sail with Santa Cruises have been the family’s festive favourite in Exmouth for over 25 years. Join the Stuart…

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01 Jan

Festive Special River Exe Cruise

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Are you looking for festive things to do at Christmas? Take time out of the busy festive season to sit…

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Dinosaurs dress for Christmas 28 Nov – 03 Jan

A Jurassic Christmas!

Jurassic Discovery · Seaton

A Jurassic Christmas 📍 Jurassic Discovery, Seaton This festive season, step back in time for a truly unique Christmas experience…

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young person drawing butterflies in a sketchbook NOW – 08 Dec

Art Club for home educators aged 12 to 16 (dates Sep-Dec)

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) · Exeter

Looking closely is where creativity begins. Join us for a series of inspiring monthly art sessions designed especially for home…

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two women in a museum gallery, one of them is examining a straw hat. next to her is Charmaine Watkiss. NOW – 10 Oct

Charmaine Watkiss: From the ones who came before…

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) · Exeter

Nationally acclaimed British artist Charmaine Watkiss is well known for works that explore the botanical legacy and healing traditions of the Caribbean through which she traces a lineage to Africa. For RAMM’s commission, From the ones who came…

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A man dressed as Father Christmas standing next to a man and a woman dressed as elves 10 Dec

Night at the Museum – Winter Wonders

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) · Exeter

Christmas is just one of many dazzling celebrations that light up the colder months, and we’re here to explore them…

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27 Dec

Festive Special River Exe Cruise

Stuart Line Cruises · Exmouth

Are you looking for festive things to do at Christmas? Take time out of the busy festive season to sit…

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26 Nov – 28 Nov

Buckfast Abbey Christmas Market 2026

Buckfast Abbey · Buckfastleigh

Thursday 26th – Saturday 28th November 10am to 5pm   Our Biggest Christmas Market Yet! More stalls than ever before,…

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art pieces in purple NOW – 21 Mar

A Sense of Colour

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) · Exeter

Colour is more than just something we see – it’s something we feel and sometimes even smell. It has the power…

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Knitted item, wooden knitting needles and blue wool 17 Nov

Knit Stop at the RAMM Cafe

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) · Exeter

Starts Tuesday 17 November for 8 weeks (except 22 and 29 Dec) 10.30am – 12.00 noon £15 THE KNIT-STOP is…

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