Photo by Claire Gillo Photography

What’s On in Dartmouth

Are you planning a visit and wondering what’s on in Dartmouth?

Dartmouth is a town known for its vibrant annual calendar of events, celebrating everything from its rich maritime history to its growing reputation as a foodie’s paradise, alongside numerous local community gatherings and festivities. Whether you’re a local resident or planning a visit, there’s truly a Dartmouth event for everyone.

Whether you’re drawn to the excitement of Dartmouth Royal Regatta, the flavors of Dartmouth Food Festival, the theatrical performances of Dartmouth Shakespeare Week, or any of the other unique events, Dartmouth promises an unforgettable experience for every visitor.

Discover upcoming events in Dartmouth in Devon and the surrounding area throughout the year:


  • Lantern Making Workshop

    Library @The Flavel

    We are very pleased to be supporting Candlelit Dartmouth with their lantern-making workshops ahead of the lantern procession on Saturday 29th November. Come along to these workshops and you can make a wonderful lantern to light up the night. We hope you drop in and get creative.

  • CandleLit 2025

    Royal Avenue Gardens Royal Avenue Gardens, Dartmouth, Devon, United Kingdom

    10am-8pm Market in Royal Avenue Gardens 4.45-5.45pm Carol Singing with the Dartmouth Shine Quintet 5.50pm Opening ceremony & lights switch on 6pm Santa arrives at Boatfloat 6.30-8pm Music from Mick & Lucy Free parking in Mayors Avenue from 6pm  

  • LANTERN MAKING & DECORATING WORKSHOPS

    Community Cafe

    This year at our Candlelit Dartmouth workshops, you’ll have two ways to get creative: 🏮 Make your own lantern from scratch, just like previous years, OR 🎨 Choose one of our ready-made lanterns and decorate it yourself — perfect for younger children or anyone who wants to enjoy the decorating! Come along, get creative and […]

  • LANTERN MAKING & DECORATING WORKSHOPS

    Community Cafe

    This year at our Candlelit Dartmouth workshops, you’ll have two ways to get creative: 🏮 Make your own lantern from scratch, just like previous years, OR 🎨 Choose one of our ready-made lanterns and decorate it yourself — perfect for younger children or anyone who wants to enjoy the decorating! Come along, get creative and […]

  • LANTERN MAKING & DECORATING WORKSHOPS

    Community Cafe

    This year at our Candlelit Dartmouth workshops, you’ll have two ways to get creative: 🏮 Make your own lantern from scratch, just like previous years, OR 🎨 Choose one of our ready-made lanterns and decorate it yourself — perfect for younger children or anyone who wants to enjoy the decorating! Come along, get creative and […]

Are you a local Dartmouth business looking to share your upcoming event. Drop us an email to enquire about listing them on Explore Dartmouth.


Photo by Claire Gillo Photography