What's On May | Devon's Top Attractions

What’s On Highlights May

There’s lots to do for all the family

Keep the whole family fully entertained and give the children a great time in Devon this May.

Read more
NOW
-
17
May

Pullman Prosecco Afternoon Tea at South Devon Railway

Bask in heritage and enjoy the stunning countryside as you savour a traditional Prosecco Afternoon Tea whilst travelling in prestigious…

View Event
17
Oct

Live Music Nights – Reckless

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

View Event
16
May

Pigstock Family Music Festival

Pigstock 2026 is North Devon’s premier family music festival, kicking off your summer with a one-day extravaganza on Sat 16th…

View Event
16
May

A Taste of Asia at The Old Pottery Restaurant

Join us for an unforgettable Asian-inspired dinner on Saturday, 16th May, and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Asian…

View Event
07
May

Candle making workshops – May

The workshop includes 3 craft activities using beeswax which is made by our very own honeybees at Quince Honey Farm.…

View Event
ilustrated wildlife
NOW
-
31
May

Wonderous Wildlife Spring Trail

Spread across the sanctuary are six nature rubbings of wildlife you’ll find at the sanctuary. You’ll receive a map of…

View Event
NOW
-
01
Nov

History off the Hanger-Fashion Exhibition

Killerton’s fashion exhibition for 2026 – History off the Hanger, 300 years of hidden stories from the wardrobe. This year…

View Event
A woman in a black top and leopard print trousers checks a mannequin in a green outfit
NOW
-
31
May

Beryl Cook: Pride and Joy

10am-5pm Tuesday-Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays Closed on Easter Sunday Beryl Cook: Pride and Joy features more than 80 works, from…

View Event
NPG 7153. Portrait of Mai (Omai), Sir Joshua Reynolds c 1776 (detail). Oil on canvas; 236 x 145.5cm. Image courtesy of National Portrait Gallery, London and Getty.
NOW
-
14
Jun

Journeys with Mai

10am-5pm Tuesday-Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays Closed on Easter Sunday Centre stage in the exhibition is Portrait of Mai by Plympton-born…

View Event
NOW
-
17
Oct

Ploughman’s Lunch at South Devon Railway

Join South Devon Railway for a wonderful Ploughman’s Lunch served at your seat on selected dates. The finest homemade treats…

View Event
10
May

Rental Sprint Championship Round 3

The Dunkeswell 2026 Rental Sprint Championship is a competitive arrive-and-drive karting series designed for drivers who want to race without…

View Event
23
May

Nature & Wildlife FREE Kids Club

· Would you like to explore the natural environments of Seaton and the surrounding areas? · Want to identify local…

View Event
Glass Bird Workshop - House of Marbles
02
May
-
31
May

Glass Bird Workshop at House of Marbles | May 2026

In just 30 minutes, you’ll transform molten glass into a beautiful, hand-sculpted bird during this hands-on workshop. Choose from three…

View Event
11
May

Exeter Canal Cruise

Join us travelling at a relaxing pace as we sail along Exeter Canal, sit back and soak up the scenery,…

View Event
28
May

Dinosaur Safari Tram

Spot prehistoric creatures from your very own safari tram, tick them off your explorer’s map, and follow your Ranger deep…

View Event
Countess Wear
16
May

Countess Wear Evening Cruise

Summer Evening Pleasure Cruise in Devon Spend an incredible summer’s night relaxing and watching the sunset on the water on…

View Event
New Glass Trio Workshop - House of Marbles
03
May
-
31
May

Glass Trio Workshop at House of Marbles | May 2026

Join our Glass Trio Workshop and create unique glass pieces: a Glass Bird, Vessel and Bauble. In the session, you’ll…

View Event
06
May

Hermitage Open Day

Step inside one of Bicton Park’s most intriguing hidden features with our special Hermitage Open Day. On this unique occasion,…

View Event
18
Sep

Geology Day Trip

Join award-winning Stuart Line Cruises for a very special opportunity to explore Devon’s magnificent coastlines from the entirely unique perspective…

View Event
24
May

B2B Rental Endurance

Battle of the Businesses is a dedicated business-to-business karting championship designed to bring teams together through competitive racing and team-based…

View Event
a colourful mandala of museum objects against a black background
23
May
-
06
Sep

Colour

Colour is key to helping us make sense of the world, used to communicate by wildlife, plants and people alike.…

View Event
21
May
-
24
Sep

Day Trip to Torquay or Brixham

Every Thursday during our summer season we have the best day out in Devon with our Torquay or Brixham Day…

View Event
30
May

English Riviera Airshow

The best way to see and hear the English Riviera Air Show is by Boat! Join us as we set…

View Event
27
May

May Half-Term Modelling Clay Workshop

A Hands-On & Fun Workshop Join our fun and interactive clay character workshop, where you can shape, mould and bring…

View Event