Thursday 3 December

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Exeter Phoenix · Family

A six-week Saturday course for 8 to 13 year olds, making plasticine characters for stop motion animation and adding their own sound effects. Suits young animators, from complete beginners to those with some experience.

Exeter Phoenix · Family

A six-week Saturday animation course for autistic young people, with no more than four in each class and two tutors. Covers digital and stop motion animation, with time for a personal project.

Exeter Cathedral · Food & Drink

A Christmas market set against the cathedral, with chalets of artisan crafts, seasonal treats and mulled wine from handpicked traders from Devon and beyond. Suits Christmas shoppers and anyone who enjoys festive food.

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery · Talks & Workshops

An eight-week knit-along course in which you make a knitted cushion, with yarn, patterns and needles provided by the tutor. Anyone is welcome, including complete beginners and those who want to rebuild their knitting confidence.

Northernhay Gardens · Family

A winter festival with a covered ice rink, Santa's grotto, a light trail, traditional funfair rides and food from warming street food to sweet treats. Suited to families with children and visitors who want a festive day out.

Exeter Phoenix · Family

Make a personalised Christmas stocking from felt and fabric, decorated with appliqued designs, beads and trims. No sewing is needed, as pieces can be glued. Suited to families and anyone who enjoys a creative, hands-on session with a tutor.

Exeter Phoenix · Other

A film following Elizabeth Holmes, the Theranos founder, as a film crew records her in the weeks before her prison sentence. Directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim. Suited to viewers interested in true-life stories.

Exeter Northcott Theatre · Theatre

This Christmas panto from Le Navet Bete brings the fairytale to life with laughter, dazzling costumes and toe-tapping tunes. A separate 'No Kids Allowed' performance has rougher humour. Suited to families and panto fans.

Exeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops

Make a festive wreath from seasonal foliage and natural, fully compostable materials, guided by the ceramicist and fine artist Sarah John. Suited to anyone who enjoys nature-based craft.

Barnfield Theatre · Theatre

Exeter Little Theatre Company stages an adaptation of the TV comedy, in which the Reverend Geraldine Granger sets out to stage a Christmas play and chaos follows. Suited to fans of the series and festive comedy.