Saturday 7 November

The Great Hall · Talks & Workshops

The BAFTA-winning actor, comedian and director shares reflections from his new book, with over 500 of his 'colossal notions'. Suits fans of The IT Crowd and Submarine, aged 16 and over.

Exeter Northcott Theatre · Music

A guitar-led concert on its 10th anniversary tour, covering five decades of rock anthems played on 35 authentic guitars, with hits from Hendrix, Clapton, Page and Slash. Suits classic rock fans.

Exeter Corn Exchange · Music

A night built around 80s hits from Wham, Culture Club, Madonna and Duran Duran, with the audience encouraged to dress up and dance. Suits anyone who loves 80s pop and a night on the dancefloor.

Exeter Phoenix · Music

A UK singer-songwriter whose story-driven folk-pop draws on her debut album Dwelling by the Weir, with new songs about the aftermath of life on the road. Suits fans of folk and indie songwriting.

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Art & Exhibitions

A talk and display on the history of Deaf technology, marking the 200th anniversary of The Deaf Academy, the oldest Deaf school in England. It suits anyone curious about Deaf history, education and the tools that have shaped Deaf life.

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Family

Hands-on music sessions for under-5s and the adults with them, playing instruments and learning songs from a different continent in each block. Led by a teacher with an ethnomusicology degree, for families with young children.

The Old Firehouse · Community

A raucous quiz of outrageous questions, belly laughs and boozy prizes, with a bit of mischief throughout. Bring your mates and your brains for groups who like a little mayhem and a lot of banter.

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Art & Exhibitions

A digital trail through the galleries with twelve stops, spotting objects linked to the Normans or to the Bayeux Tapestry. Designed by the museum's Museum Reps, it takes about an hour and suits history fans.

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Art & Exhibitions

A display of local finds from the Norman period, alongside British Museum digital material, linking Exeter's coins and pottery to the story of 1066. For history fans curious how the conquest played out in the city.

Exeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops

A guided, freestyle dance session inspired by Biodanza, with individual, pair and group exercises to chosen music and no steps to learn. For beginners and people of all abilities who want to move and connect.

The Old Firehouse · Music

Live local music showcasing local talent, with a laid-back vibe to end the weekend. Suits anyone who likes discovering new bands close to home.

Killerton House · Family

A family trail celebrating the Pokémon Trading Card Game's 30th anniversary, with 30 Pikachu cards each drawn by a different illustrator and a chance to design your own card. Well-behaved dogs on short leads can join the outdoor trail.

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Art & Exhibitions

An art exhibition on the cultural world of fungi, seen through scientific enquiry, bringing together work by leading contemporary artists to suggest new ways of seeing. For fans of contemporary art and natural history.

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Talks & Workshops

Volunteer-led walking tours through Exeter's Roman origins, medieval heritage, historic quayside and legends, lasting about 90 minutes. Suits visitors and locals of a wide range of ages and abilities who want to learn the city's story.

Haldon Forest Park · Sport & Wellness

A night-time version of Go Ape's high ropes course, where you climb through the forest on routes lit with glowing lights and illuminated trees. Suited to thrill-seekers who want the usual treetop challenge with an after-dark twist.

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Art & Exhibitions

Paintings, prints and drawings spanning over 450 years, including two of the museum's best-known paintings and a new display of vintage photographs by Exeter-based photographer Jem Southam. For lovers of painting and landscape photography.

Exeter Phoenix · Other

A have-a-go night of poetry, comedy, philosophy, theatre and singer-songwriting, with five minutes for each performer, hosted by spoken word artist Tim King. For anyone who wants to try new material in a supportive room.

Exeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops

A quiet writing session for novelists, memoirists, short story writers, playwrights and poets, with time afterwards to talk about work in progress over a drink. Led by award-winning writer and teacher Carla Jenkins of Raw Writing.

Haldon Forest Park · Family

A family forest trail based on the picture book, in which children help Witch find her lost hat, bow and wand and collect spell ingredients while avoiding Dragon. It finishes with a photo with Witch on her new broom.

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Talks & Workshops

An audio tour focusing on the people who built the city, from wool-workers and canal engineers to plasterers, masons, tunnel-diggers and wartime wardens. For anyone curious about the everyday history behind Exeter's landmarks.

Exeter Phoenix · Other

A monthly open mic poetry night with guest poets reading from their published work, and open mic slots for listeners who want to perform two or three of their own. For poetry lovers and performers alike.

Exeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops

A five-week course for people with their own DSLR cameras, covering apertures, shutter speeds, ISO, composition and natural light in a small group. Suits beginners who want to move beyond automatic mode.

Exeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops

A six-week course taught by a native speaker, covering the fundamental skills needed to communicate confidently in Spanish. Materials are provided, and complete beginners are welcome.

Exeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops

A monthly social meet-up for photography enthusiasts with some experience, or who have done a beginners course and want to keep in touch with like-minded people.