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June 13, 2023 · 10 MIN READ

With summer almost here now is the perfect time to start planning things to do.

There are so many fun and amazing events on in Devon during this time that it can be hard to figure out what to do. So we’ve done some research and put together this handy list with a range of different summer events on in Devon. Take a look and see which ones take your fancy.

check out our Devon resorts:

  • family-friendly music & theatre
    WISHFEST – Mid Devon Summer Festival
    11:00 - 23:30
    Crediton, Devon
  • fair shopping
    Exeter Craft Festival 2023
    10:00 - 17:30
    Exeter, Devon
  • festival food & drink
    Summer Festival of Food & Drink
    10:00 - 16:00
    Lynton, Devon
  • festival music & theatre
    Love Summer Festival
    15:00 - 02:30
    Plympton, Devon
  • family-friendly unique
    Lyme Regis Summer Fireworks Display
    21:30 - 22:30
    Lyme Regis, Devon
  • fair family-friendly
    Cricketfield Summer Fete
    11:00 - 14:00
    Torquay, Devon

Lyme Regis Summer Fireworks Display

where? The Cobb, Lyme Regis, DT7 3JJ

when? 4th August 2023

time? 9.30pm – 10.30pm

how much? Free

other info:

  • Watch an explosion of light and colour in the sky
  • Event sponsored by Lyme Regis Town Council
  • Any donations will be given to local good causes

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Love Summer Festival

where? Newnham Park Estate, Plympton, Devon, PL7 5BN

when? 4th August – 6th August 2023

time? 3pm – 2.30am

how much? adult day ticket from £35, under 18 day ticket from £15

other info:

  • small independent festival in the heart of South Devon
  • amazing performers
  • bring your own alcohol

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Cricketfield Summer Fete

where? Cricketfield Community Garden, Cricketfield Rd, Torquay, TQ2 7NP

when? 12th August 2023

time? 11am – 2pm

how much? Free

other info:

  • raising money for Cricketfield Community Garden
  • Hook a duck, tombola, face painting
  • BBQ, entertainment and more

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Exeter Craft Festival 2023

where? Exeter Cathedral Green, Exeter Cathedral, The Cloisters, EX1 1HS

when? 6th July – 8th July 2023

time? 10am – 5.30pm

how much? Free

other info:

  • Over 100 stalls to explore
  • Selling arts, crafts food and more
  • Entertainment on throughout the weekend

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WISHFEST – Mid Devon Summer Festival

where? Wishes Devon, Kitlake Farm, Crediton, EX17 4AW

when? 3rd June 2023

time? 11am – 11.30pm

how much? adults from £30, teens from £15, children from £5

other info:

  • Live music throughout the day and night
  • Cocktail lounge, activities field
  • 3 bars and more

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Summer Festival of Food & Drink

where? Lynton & Lynmouth Town Council, 14 Lee Rd, Lynton, EX35 6HT

when? 15th July 2023

time? 10am – 4pm

how much? Free

other info:

  • Food and drink stalls
  • Gifts for sale and more
  • All located in the town hall

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