A high-energy challenge where competitors sprint up a greased mast to snatch a flag in the heart of Plymouth's historic waterfront.
A day of free family entertainment with live music, circus, street theatre, vintage cars and rides in the West End.
Family music festival with live acts, kid zones and activities across all genres.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony awards, brings Baz Luhrmann's film to life on stage in a vibrant musical mash-up extravaganza.
A vibrant open-air art trail featuring over 40 lighthouse sculptures across Plymouth to support St Luke's Hospice.
A series of festive celebrations, markets, and light displays throughout Plymouth city centre to celebrate the Christmas season.
The Original Plymouth Proms, a Last Night of the Proms concert with over 150 musicians, presented by South West Philharmonia and Chorus.
Major running festival in Plymouth featuring a half marathon, 10k and a primary school challenge, attracting over 10,000 participants.
A special farewell exhibition at Market Hall showcasing lighthouse sculptures from the St Luke's Guiding Lights art trail before they are auctioned.
Jonathan Pie, the UK's angriest spoof news reporter, returns for a brand-new live show touring the UK, billed as a 'helpful and hilarious guide to surviving the impending apocalypse'.
A popular market bringing together artisan makers, local food and drink producers, and fresh South West produce in a family-friendly setting.
A family-friendly live event experience combining monster truck rides with the Sky Safari hot air balloon night glow.
A sell-out play celebrating the life of Plymouth artist Beryl Cook on her centenary weekend, featuring a live painting demonstration.
The Regiment of Rascals Comedy Theatre Company presents the comedy based on the hugely successful British television series, following the hapless cafe owner Rene and his wife Edith in occupied France.
A two-day music festival built by Plymouth for Plymouth, featuring live music, food and family entertainment at the Brickfields stadium.
Baga Chipz, RuPaul's Drag Race icon, brings her autumn stand-up comedy and cabaret tour Bagz to Riches to the stage, joined by comedian Tanya Hyde.
A 10k and 5k charity walk to raise funds for Trevi, supporting women affected by violence and trauma across Plymouth and the Southwest.
A night of comedy with specially-selected comedians from the Edinburgh Fringe on a post-festival tour.
A guided comedy tour led by Suzy Bennett that walks through the city centre, The Hoe and the Barbican, exploring the locations that inspired the artist Beryl Cook.
Day of maritime magic with sea rescue demonstrations and activities at Plymouth Lifeboat Station, including the opportunity to board the Sybil Mullen Glover.
Offshore yacht race covering approximately 500 nautical miles from Plymouth Sound, with start and finish in Plymouth.
The Comedy Store brings its stand-up comedy club night to the Quad Theatre, Plymouth Marjon campus.
A tropical 80s night party with live headliner Riviera Dogs and 80s anthems at Home Park, featuring immersive decor, lighting and lasers.
Tony Christie's unplugged farewell tour with his full band, his final show in the South West.
David Essex brings his 21-date nationwide tour 'Thanks for the Memories' to Plymouth Arena.
A day of family fun with live shows, a carousel, kids' activities and market stalls at Central Park.
A two-hour historic boat trip around Plymouth Sound with commentary by historian Chris Robinson, exploring the maritime heritage of the Royal William Yard.
A day of LEGO displays, games, activities and Robot Wars, organised by fans for charity.
The Wedding Present perform their acclaimed album 'Seamonsters' in its entirety for their 35th anniversary tour.
A humorous, multi-sensory play for parents and babies, with a guided Stay and Play session after each performance.
A musical theatre show for children about the discovery of the real colour of dinosaurs, featuring live music and storytelling.
Wishbone Ash perform their classic rock hits on The Time Was Tour 2026, featuring Andy Powell and Mark Abrahams.
Stand-up comedy show Whatsherface by Maisie Adam at The Quad Theatre.
A local arts, crafts and food fair held at West Pier, Barbican, supporting local businesses with stalls and activities.
An exhibition at The Box featuring 42 lighthouse sculptures designed and decorated by local schoolchildren as part of the Guiding Lights art trail.
A themed afternoon tea experience inspired by Alice in Wonderland, featuring immersive decor, garden games, and unlimited tea and coffee.
Free drop-in exhibitions and hands-on activities exploring science and research, part of the European Researchers' Night programme.
A charity auction event for the Guiding Lights lighthouse sculptures, raising funds for St Luke's Hospice Plymouth.
The start of the WorldStar 2026 round-the-world sailing race, a non-commercial Corinthian club race around the three Great Capes, starting from Plymouth Sound.
Christmas pre-launch event at Lush Plymouth with personal shopping, festive samples, and a free bath product.
A queer and alternative post-apocalyptic cabaret featuring six comedy acts performing in an immersive wasteland-themed experience with a trading outpost and costume competition.
Larry Achiampong presents his new film Relic 4 and the Pan African Flags series at KARST, exploring themes of colonisation and identity.
A community skate jam with open indoor and outdoor skating sessions, live music, and food and drink from The Box Kitchen and Bar, Zephyr Burgers and Stringers Kitchen.
A hands-on cake decorating workshop where you transform a sponge into an edible work of art with coloured icing, inspired by the abstract art of Gillian Ayres.
One-night-only headline indie folk show from emerging artist Marianne Joyce, presenting her debut EP Every Cloud.
Live music sessions featuring The Other Woman and Manuka Groove Trio as part of the New Music 2026 strand.
Summer holiday hands-on creativity workshops for children aged 6-12 at Plymstock Library, with sessions running from 29 July to 26 August.
First open day of the station in many years, offering a rare chance for the public to get inside the station, meet the crew and ask questions about fire safety.
A behind-the-scenes experience where visitors can join the aquarist team to care for marine animals, including feeding, habitat maintenance and enrichment sessions.
A three-hour angling session led by coach Martyn Green, with all equipment provided, as part of the Seafest 2026 festival.
A fundraising challenge where participants abseil from the rooftop of Derriford Hospital to support Plymouth Hospitals Charity.
A series of free workshops for young people aged 12 to 24 to explore climate, identity and community through creativity, inspired by the Echoes of Us exhibition.
Creative water-themed drop-in workshops inspired by the peatlands and water of Dartmoor, suitable for all ages with children accompanied by an adult.
An afternoon of 80s and 90s music, bottomless cocktails and brunch on Bank Holiday Sunday.
A charity motorcycle ride from Lee Mill to the Barbican supporting FND Action UK, open to all abilities.
A mixed-media portrait workshop for ages 10-13 led by artist Azza Gasim, inspired by exhibitions at The Box, in partnership with Big Sis CIC.
A drag night featuring lip-synching, costumes, live vocals, games and audience interaction, open to young adults aged 11 and over.
An immersive murder mystery evening set in 1885 Bonewood, where Sheriff Underwood hunts for a killer, with a three-course meal.
A new film commission by Jordan Baseman exploring human emotion through arm wrestling and psychological interviews, on display at The Box.
A monthly street fair in Plymouth featuring original artwork, handmade crafts, artisan gifts, and local food stalls.
Monthly fair in Plymouth featuring original artwork, handmade crafts, artisan gifts, and local food stalls.
Real Steel steel band open rehearsal before their trip to Notting Hill Carnival, led by Leroy Clarke.
Pop-up screening of the sci-fi horror classic Aliens, with a social drink and chat afterwards, including popcorn and a limited edition poster.
A day for prospective students to explore the University of Plymouth campus, attend talks, and visit facilities including the Wave Tank and Student Village.
A comedy theatre show set in Old London Town, a surreal parody of Jack the Ripper written by Spike Milligan and Ronnie Barker.
A hands-on workshop where visitors can make their own bath products at the Lush store, with product demonstrations and tailored consultations.
A celebration of Stevie Wonder, The Wonder of Stevie recreates his classic hits with Noel McCalla and Derek Nash.
Violinist Irene Duval performs a selection of solo violin music, including works by Bach, Paganini, Tavener and Isaye.
Folk-indie singer-songwriter Cat Rose presents her debut album 'I Know The Dark' at The Barbican Theatre.
A stand-up comedy show hosted by Steve 'Stavros' Parrish featuring Henry Cole, a veteran of the British television and film industry.
Blistering tribute band Totally Blondie, fronted by a Debbie Harry lookalike, celebrate Blondie's music live.
Pop-up screening of the slasher film Halloween with a social drink afterwards at Wilful Beer.
Stand-up comedy show 'Stuff' by Scott Bennett at The Quad Theatre, Plymouth.
Stand-up comedy show How Lovely by award-winning comic Daniel Foxx at The Quad Theatre.
Exclusive first look at the 2026 Halloween range with personal shopping, seasonal samples, a free fresh and handmade bath bomb, and themed treats.
An evening of line dancing taught by a professional, with Malibu cocktails and a free cowboy hat.
Concert by the Ukrainian Singers of Plymouth celebrating the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's independence.
Introductory course to create a film or photography project; hands-on with cameras and editing software.
A talk by painter Louise Courtnell on Robert Lenkiewicz and his tonal approach to painting, drawing on personal and professional experiences.
Live acoustic indie-folk session by the duo Hidden Cove at 62 Ebrington Street.
A six-part life drawing skills course with Ralph Nel in Plymouth, focusing on historical drawing methods and techniques.
A talk by Karl Parsons on the history of The Royal cinema and the Save The Royal campaign to preserve it.
Life drawing class with artist Ralph Nel in Plymouth, offering warm-up exercises and personalised tips.
Live rock, blues and Latin fusion gig with support from Horse Divorse at The Barbican.
A series of life drawing classes led by artist Ralph Nel, covering various drawing techniques and tips for all skill levels.
An illustrated talk by Hazel Jones on how visitors occupied themselves in Georgian Bath during the time of Jane Austen.
A talk by Professor Angela K. Smith on how her research influenced her First World War historical novel, Where No Shadow Awaits.
Julie July and her band make their debut performance at the Barbican Theatre with contemporary folk-rock, paying tribute to the music of Sandy Denny.
