Events in Paignton From 21st September – 27th September 2026

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As you plan your week in Paignton, you’ll find a varied calendar of events offering plenty to keep you engaged from Monday through to Sunday. You can look forward to a mix of culinary experiences, compelling theatre, opportunities for outdoor activities, and lively entertainment. If you enjoy exploring local flavours, there’s a significant focus on food and drink. This includes a major seafood festival spanning Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham, where you might encounter chef demonstrations and interactive dining experiences. You can also discover unique limited-time menu offerings at various establishments, providing different gastronomic experiences to savour. For those with a penchant for the performing arts, you’re in luck, with a dramatic play running for several nights at Palace Theatre, Paignton. You can immerse yourself in storytelling and live performances that bring narratives to life on stage. Alongside theatrical productions, you might consider broadening your own creative horizons with a multi-week writing course, perfect if you’re looking to develop new skills or express your thoughts through prose. If getting active is more your style, you'll find opportunities to embrace the outdoors. You could join a confidence-building workshop focused on cycling and e-bikes, helping you explore the area on two wheels. Later in the week, a running event invites you to push your limits in a club-to-club challenge. When evening approaches, there’s a range of options for your enjoyment. You can experience live music with high-energy tribute acts performing on stage. For a dose of laughter, a stand-up comedy evening offers lighthearted entertainment at Palace Theatre. Additionally, you might explore a unique light and sound experience, providing a festive atmosphere as dusk settles. Check the listings below for times and venues.

Monday 21st September

Trap For a Lonely Man

· Palace Theatre, Paignton · Culture & Arts

Play 'Trap for a Lonely Man' premieres at Palace Theatre Paignton.

Tuesday 22nd September

Write Time, Write Place: a Ten Week Creative Writing Course

· Palace Theatre, Paignton · Culture & Arts

A ten-week creative writing course led by Chris Woodhouse begins on 16 September at Palace Theatre Paignton.

Friday 25th September

Cycle/e-bike Confidence Building Workshop - South Devon College

· Fitness & Outdoors

A workshop at South Devon College helps participants build confidence riding cycles and e-bikes.

Stage Left Vibes: Cold Beer, Chilli And Comedy With Dave Scott

· Palace Theatre · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Dave Scott performs stand-up comedy with a cold beer and chilli-themed show at The Palace Theatre.

The Ultimate Commitments And Blues Brothers Experience

· Palace Theatre · Nightlife & Music

A musical tribute to The Commitments and The Blues Brothers performs at The Palace Theatre Paignton.

Saturday 26th September

Dave Scott

· Nightlife & Music

Dave Scott performs live on stage at Paignton's Palace Theatre.

Illuminate The Night - Torbay

· Nightlife & Music

Illuminate The Night is a festive light and sound experience at Torbay Showground in Paignton.

Sunday 20th September

The Monkfish Hotdog at Cary Arms

· Torquay United · Food & Drink

Cary Arms offers a limited-time menu featuring a monkfish hotdog alongside regular options.

England's Seafood Feast

· Arena Torquay · Food & Drink

Two-week seafood festival with chef demos and 'catch and cook' experiences in Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham.

Sunday 27th September

Winners 2000 Club to Club Challenge

· Fitness & Outdoors

Winners 2000 Club to Club Challenge is a running event for participants to complete a 2000-meter race.