
Exeter Phoenix · Family
A two-day stop motion workshop where children design, plan and shoot a short film with their own Lego, guided by animation tutors. The films are shared online afterwards. For children aged 8 to 13 who love to build.

Exeter Phoenix · Family
A two-day stop motion workshop where children design, plan and shoot a short film with their own Lego, guided by animation tutors. The films are shared online afterwards. For children aged 8 to 13 who love to build.

11:30am, 2pm · £0–£40
Jack & The Beanstalk (Sort Of)Exeter Phoenix · Family
A loud, lo-fi musical panto by Kid Carpet and The Noisy Animals, mixing songs, silliness and a bit of air guitar, with animal characters and a giant. For children aged 3 to 11, families and fans of noisy nonsense.

Exeter Phoenix · Sport & Wellness
Hosted by Free Meditation & Yoga Exeter
Beginner-friendly meditation sessions with introductory talks, videos and practical workshops, sitting on chairs with no mat or special clothing needed. For anyone curious about meditation or looking to ease stress.

Exeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A peer-led support group where writers share work for feedback and motivation, from scriptwriters and playwrights to novelists and poets. Open to new and experienced writers, even those with only a fledgling story idea.

7:30pm · £9–£11
Dolly’s Film Club Presents: Rocky Horror Picture ShowExeter Phoenix · Film
A cult screening where the audience dresses up and joins in, with costumes and props encouraged and a host to guide the night. Suits fans of camp, queer and unapologetically fun cinema.

Exeter Phoenix · Film
The cult classic in which sweethearts Brad and Janet stumble on the eerie mansion of Dr Frank-N-Furter and meet a houseful of wild characters, including a biker and a butler. For fans of camp, cult cinema.

7:30pm · £3–£5
Punk Rock FactoryExeter Phoenix · Music
Punk Rock Factory are back on a UK tour with their biggest and best yet, following the new album All Hands On Deck. Expect a party at some of the country's most iconic venues. For punk fans and live music lovers.

Tue 27 Oct – Tue 24 Nov · Tue 27 Oct and Tue 24 Nov, 7:30pm · £3–£5
Uncut Poets
10:30am · £50–£58
Sculpture from LifeExeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
A hands-on clay workshop in which you learn to observe a live model and translate it into sculpture, focusing on anatomy, proportion and expression. Suits beginners and people wanting to refine their skills, with personal feedback.

5:30pm · £30
Hand Embroidery For Beginners With A Cocktail
10:30am · £10–£20
Sketch A SkeletonExeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
Work from a replica human skeleton to build observational drawing skills and capture the bare bones of the body. Suits anyone wanting to sharpen their drawing.

2pm · £10–£20
Model a Monster
Fri 30 Oct – Thu 5 Nov · 14 performances · £5–£9
Wicker (15)Exeter Phoenix · Film
A smelly, ostracised seaside fisherwoman asks a basketmaker to craft her a companion and receives a wicker husband instead. Olivia Colman plays the fisherwoman and Alexander Skarsgård the husband. For fans of offbeat romance.


10am · £12–£24
Create a Spooky ZineExeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
A workshop making a mini spooky zine, learning to design creepy illustrations, write chilling text and assemble a keepsake from simple materials. Suitable for all ages, with a Halloween outfit encouraged.

Exeter Phoenix · Comedy
Hosted by Exeter Improv Nice-Time Group (for 20s & 30s)
Improv games in long and short form, communal discussion and tailored exercises, for experienced improvisers and complete novices alike. Aimed at people in their 20s and 30s, and you can attend casually or just come to watch.

Editor's pick7:30pm · £25
StornowayExeter Phoenix ·

Mon 2 Nov – Mon 11 Jan · Mon 2 Nov and Mon 11 Jan, 10am · £170
Introduction to Digital PhotographyExeter 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.

Mon 2 Nov – Thu 5 Nov · Mon 2 Nov, Tue 3 Nov and Thu 5 Nov, 5:20pm · £5–£9
Naza (15)
10:30am · £115–£135
Wild WatercolourExeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
An experimental watercolour course covering brushwork, colour mixing and composition, using texture and resist techniques. Suits beginners as well as painters who want to expand their skills, with all basic materials included.


Wed 4 Nov – Wed 9 Dec · Wednesdays, 10am · £20–£22
Spanish For EverybodyExeter 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.

2pm · £5–£9
Clay Portrait Bust
2pm · £5–£9
Life DrawingExeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
A five-week life drawing course working from a model, covering technical and expressive approaches and their place in art history and contemporary art. Suits beginners and those returning to drawing.

6pm · £140
Introduction to Adobe Photoshop
Fri 6 Nov – Fri 12 Feb · Fridays, 10am · £25
Exeter Phoenix Camera GroupExeter 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.

Fri 6 Nov – Thu 12 Nov · 8 performances · £5–£9
Fatherland (12A)
Sat 7 Nov – Sat 27 Feb · Sat 7 Nov, Sat 9 Jan and Sat 27 Feb, 10am · £120
Young & Animated Saturday ClubExeter 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.


2:30pm, 6:30pm · £20–£38
When the Sun SetsExeter Phoenix · Other
A show following a small Devon community through the Second World War, as evacuees arrive, families are separated and everyone faces the cost of war. Suits audiences interested in home-front stories.

7:30pm · £16
Milo Edwards: CatamaranExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
Hosted by Exeter Raw Writing Meetup Group
A quiet session for writers working on a novel, memoir, short story, play or poetry, followed by coffee or a cold drink to talk about work in progress. Suits writers who want to make time for their own projects.


7:30pm
DOCLABExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A monthly development lab for documentary filmmakers, with space to workshop ideas, practise pitching and share work in progress for feedback, plus a screening of films by Cornish documentary makers. Suits filmmakers at any stage.


10:30am · £115–£135
Abstract Painting and Mixed MediaExeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
A five-week course exploring abstract landscapes through paint, charcoal, pastels and inks, inspired by the colours and shapes of the land. Suits all abilities, with a relaxed, no-pressure approach.

10:30am · £115–£135
Thursday Morning Reset – A gentle winter yoga series
12:30pm
South West Dance HubExeter Phoenix · Other
A monthly, co-facilitated session for dance artists, movers and choreographers, focusing on technique, improvisation and choreographic exercises, with space to share projects. Artists from other disciplines are welcome.

Fri 13 Nov – Thu 19 Nov · 9 performances · £5–£9
I Love Boosters (18)
10am
IntimationsExeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
A group exhibition of eight artists working in painting, sculpture and photography, whose work moves between figuration and abstraction. Suited to anyone who enjoys contemporary art that suggests meaning rather than stating it outright.

10:30am · £50–£58
Collage: Nature and the Environment
7:30pm
WildcardExeter Phoenix · Community
The battle of the bands is back for 2026, after a 2025 launch that ended in a sold-out grand final. Suited to music fans who enjoy watching bands compete head to head.

7:30pm
Tom RosenthalExeter Phoenix · Comedy
Best known as Jonny from Friday Night Dinner, he blends awkward charm, gentle absurdity and sharp observation. Suited to comedy fans who like thoughtful, slightly surreal stand-up with well-judged punchlines.

7:30pm · £6–£16
Period DramaExeter Phoenix · Other
A surreal, episodic dark comedy about mental health and identity, mixing autobiographical storytelling with bold physicality and a feminist lens. Suited to theatre fans who like bold, unusual work.

8pm · £15–£19
Finlay ChristieExeter Phoenix · Comedy
An hour of stand-up about the myths people tell themselves, from incels and billionaires to our own excuses for being ordinary or wrong. Suited to comedy fans who like self-aware, internet-savvy humour.

Thu 19 Nov – Fri 20 Nov · Thu and Fri, 10am · Free
Connecting Regional Talent to National PlatformsExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A two-day workshop on pitching, funding and distribution for regional filmmakers and creators, covering scripted, unscripted and animation work. Suited to students, emerging filmmakers and small production companies in the South West.

Fri 20 Nov – Thu 26 Nov · 13 performances · £5–£9
Wild Horse Nine (15)Exeter Phoenix · Film
A darkly funny film from Martin McDonagh, set in the early 1970s, in which two CIA agents are sent on a mission to Easter Island. Suited to fans of McDonagh's sharp dark comedy, with John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell as the leads.

8:20pm · £5–£9
Josie and the Pussy Cats (PG)
Sat 21 Nov – Sat 12 Dec · Sat 21 Nov and Sat 12 Dec, 10am
Family Workshop: Xmas StockingExeter 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 · Film
Emma Dante's Italian drama, adapted from her stage play, follows siblings across five decades after a single tragic moment in their youth. Italian with English subtitles. Suited to viewers of family dramas and Italian cinema.

7:30pm
Blair Dunlop
7:30pm
Mother ComputerExeter Phoenix · Other
Three performers push their bodies to the limit, then transform through mythical female figures such as witches, mermaids and warriors. The dance explores power, identity and community. Suited to dance fans who enjoy bold work.
Exeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
Hosted by Exeter Raw Writing Meetup Group
A quiet session for writers working on a novel, memoir, short story, play or poetry, followed by coffee or a cold drink to talk about work in progress. Suits writers who want to make time for their own projects.

Fri 27 Nov – Thu 3 Dec · 9 performances
You Can See EverythingExeter 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.


Sat 28 Nov – Sat 12 Dec · Sat 28 Nov, Fri 4 Dec and Sat 12 Dec, 2pm
Wreath Making WorkshopsExeter 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.

7:30pm
Elvana
Exeter Phoenix · Comedy
Chap-hop comedian Mr B tells the story of rap through interpretations of favourites and original songs, with dance, stories and the odd fib. Suited to hip-hop fans and comedy lovers who enjoy a funny history lesson.

7:30pm
ColosseumExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
Hosted by Exeter Raw Writing Meetup Group
A quiet session for writers working on a novel, memoir, short story, play or poetry, followed by coffee or a cold drink to talk about work in progress. Suits writers who want to make time for their own projects.

6pm
We The Hated
Exeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
A workshop for 13 to 16 year olds in which you make unique badges, stitched patches and a printed bag to carry your own slogans. Suited to young people who like to wear their ideas on their sleeves.

8pm
Mark Thomas
7:30pm
Gentleman’s Dub ClubExeter Phoenix · Music
Leeds-formed dub and reggae band Gentleman's Dub Club celebrates 20 years with a live show that bridges roots reggae and modern bass music. Built on eight studio albums and a long run of festival sets, it suits dub fans and bass lovers.


7pm · £25
Mind over MayhemExeter Phoenix · Other
A festive evening concert with punk legend TV Smith, Tom Robinson and Sound of Sirens, alongside a daytime of family wellbeing taster sessions, crafts and activities. Proceeds help fund festive support for local families.

7:30pm
The Orb & System 7Exeter Phoenix · Music
Electronic pioneers The Orb and System 7 reunite for rare live audiovisual shows, blending ambient, psychedelic techno, dub and dancefloor energy, joined by Paul Giblin. For fans of electronic psychedelia and long-running ambient music.

Sun 13 Dec – Sun 27 Dec · Mon–Thu and Sun, 1:30pm, plus Tue–Thu and Sun at 4pm · £50
YetiExeter Phoenix · Other
A festive family show in which a large, hairy newcomer moves into a Christmas-loving town, and a band of brave adventurers sets out to find out what it is. Original music and silliness explore friendship and courage, for all the family.

Mon 14 Dec – Fri 22 Jan · Mon 14 Dec and Fri 22 Jan, 10am
Introduction to Adobe Lightroom ClassicExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A beginners' course on Adobe Lightroom Classic covering importing, rating, editing, noise reduction and exporting, taught on Apple Macs. For photographers who want to organise and edit raw images and are new to the software.

7:30pm
Manchester CallingExeter Phoenix · Music
Tribute bands The Total Stone Roses, The Smiths Presumably and Oaysis perform Manchester anthems live. For fans of Manchester's music and the bands they celebrate.

10am · £60
Family Animated Christmas Card WorkshopExeter Phoenix · Family
A half-day workshop where adults and children, aged 7 and up, make a 2D cut-out animated Christmas card with paper puppets and stop motion. Led by tutors Ashley Thorpe and Graham Hayter, it suits families who like crafts and film.

7:30pm
Spork! Christmas SpecialExeter Phoenix · Other
The seventh annual Christmas edition of the Spork night, a spoken-word show with poets, comedy, a brass band and a drag queen. For people who love poetry and people who don't, with plenty of festive cheer.

7:30pm
Guns 2 RosesExeter Phoenix · Music
A Guns N' Roses tribute band with members who have played alongside the real band, performing its classic rock hits. For fans of hard rock and 80s anthems.

10:30am, 2pm
Raw Writing Pick and MixExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A four-week creative writing course led by novelist Carla, trying out short stories, mindful writing and memoir. Suits people who want to experiment with different forms and be part of a writing community.

Exeter Phoenix ·

Sun 10 Jan – Wed 13 Jan · Mon–Wed and Sun, 8pm
James Phelan – The Man Who Was MagicExeter Phoenix · Comedy
Award-winning magician James Phelan presents a comedy magic show in which secrets unravel and the impossible seems possible, drawing on his run of sell-out shows. For fans of illusion and playful comedy.

7:30pm
RENOIR & LOVE (CERT TBC)Exeter Phoenix · Film
A filmed version of the National Gallery and Musée d'Orsay's Renoir exhibition, exploring his paintings of love and connection with expert commentary. For Impressionism fans and anyone who likes gallery documentaries.

7:30pm
Forever NuExeter Phoenix · Music
Nu-metal tribute bands Chop Suey (System of a Down) and Slip-NOT UK (Slipknot) co-headline a European touring festival, with tributes to Linkin Park and Limp Bizkit. For nu-metal fans who want to relive the sound of 1999.

8pm
Ollie DixonExeter Phoenix · Music
This ambient alt-folk singer, from the south coast, creates atmospheric indie soundscapes with lyrical introspection, often compared to RY X, Bon Iver and Ben Howard. For fans of alternative indie and folk.

8pm
Abi ClarkeExeter Phoenix · Comedy
This comedian's new show covers a bad year of lost friends, a home and a broken relationship, with stories of wrestling and games nights. For fans of rapid-fire, relatable observational comedy.
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 beginners' introduction to hand embroidery, covering basic stitches such as backstitch, chain and French knot, with all materials supplied to take home. Suits adults and teens aged 14 and over with no creative experience.

5:30pm
Little Scratch NightExeter Phoenix · Comedy
A monthly, pressure-free night where creatives share early-stage ideas out loud, from a bare-bones vision to a script read aloud. Hosted by Will Adamsdale and Katy Danbury, for writers, performers and makers at the start of a project.

Editor's pick7pm · £31
Huey MorganExeter Phoenix · Music
Huey Morgan revisits the Fun Lovin' Criminals album Come Find Yourself with a new band, marking 30 years since its release. For fans of 90s Britpop and the cinematic, genre-hopping sound of the original.

8pm · Free
Unicorn ComedyExeter Phoenix · Comedy
A new material night from South West comedians, with acts including Meg Watts, Lloyd Lewis, Joe Capper, Rachel Begg and Eloise Dale. For comedy fans who enjoy seeing new work take shape.
Exeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A clay sculpting session for all ages and skill levels, learning the basics and creating a character inspired by legendary creatures, gargoyles and folk tales. Led by a practising ceramicist and fine artist.

Exeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
Jeremy Hunt argues that Britain's low growth is solvable and that the country's economic future deserves optimism, in conversation with Ritula Shah. Audience questions are welcome. For people interested in economic policy and politics.

Editor's pick7:30pm · £6–£16
OrbitalExeter Phoenix · Music
A physical show blending contemporary dance, acrobatics, Tang Soo Do and capoeira, with explosive lifts and quiet moments set to an atmospheric score. For fans of dance, physical theatre and intense live performance.
Exeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
Sophie Holt of PIGMENT Organic Dyes teaches bundle dyeing, and you make an organic tote bag and a set of eight cotton swatches to take home. For anyone interested in sustainable fashion, textiles or a relaxing creative session.

Exeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
Learn about organic dye plants grown with regenerative farming, then make your own dyed piece from two different plants. The social enterprise PIGMENT grows the plants and supports adults with learning disabilities into work.

Fri 30 Oct – Wed 4 Nov · Fri 30 Oct 3:30pm and Wed 4 Nov 5:20pm · £5–£9
Whisper of the Heart (U)Exeter Phoenix · Film
A Studio Ghibli coming-of-age film about Shizuku, a girl with her head in the clouds, whose chance encounter with a mysterious cat sends her on a quest for her true talent. For families and fans of Ghibli.

7pm · £6–£16
Spork! Poetry Halloween SpecialExeter Phoenix · Other
A spoken-word Halloween night featuring the annual Dead Poets Slam, where eight famous poets are brought back to life by contemporary artists to battle it out. Also silly poetry from Chris White and Edward Tripp. For poetry fans.

Fri 30 Oct – Sat 31 Oct · Fri, 8:30pm, plus Sat at 8pm · £5–£9
Scream (18)Exeter Phoenix · Film
Wes Craven's slasher classic is funny, clever and scary, as a masked knife-wielder stalks high-school students and the victims are not always who you would expect. For fans of horror with a sense of humour.

10pm · £23
Underground ShowgroundExeter Phoenix · Music
A Halloween bass night with MANDIDEXTROUS, PHIBES and RAYBAY on two sound systems, plus DJs, live acts and an old-school scary fairground theme. For drum and bass fans who like to dress up for prizes.
Exeter Phoenix · Food & Drink
A food festival with vegan and vegetarian food, drinks and snacks from local vendors including Happy Sprout, Naturally Bread and The Vegan Pasty Company, plus the café's own treats. For plant-based eaters and anyone curious.

Exeter Phoenix · Family
A movement session for young children and their parent, grandparent or carer, with music, games, stories and props in a Halloween theme and fancy dress optional. Designed for children aged about 2 to 8.

6:30pm
VIPER HEELSExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A pop-up Halloween heels class built around chair-based choreography, for all levels with heels optional. For adults aged 18 and over who want an empowering, fun movement class.

Editor's pick8pm · £5–£9
Laura LexxExeter Phoenix · Comedy
Multi award-winning comedian Laura Lexx's new show about a ten-year marriage, in which your partner sees every bad idea and still says they love you. For fans of personal, witty stand-up.

10pm · £16
Hijacked HalloweenExeter Phoenix · Music
A multi-room Halloween scarefest where Redemption and Sync or Swim take over several rooms for the night. Dressing up is encouraged, and it suits clubbers who love big, themed nights.
This band, whose melodic, carefully arranged songs were recorded in places from campervans to chapels, is joined by Alice Boyd, whose solo set moves between folk, ambient and experimental sound. Suits fans of uplifting, melodic songwriting.
Exeter Phoenix · Film
A documentary by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, shot at night on the rooftops of Tel Aviv, that examines the systems behind the mass killing of Palestinian civilians in Gaza. Suits viewers wanting a serious, investigative documentary.

5:30pm · FREE
Elevate Festival – Scratch Night workshopBarnfield Theatre · Talks & Workshops
A discussion-led session for early-career artists on working with venues, covering deal memos, technical specifications and the pitfalls that cause unexpected costs. Hosted by two programme staff from Exeter's leading performance venues.

Exeter Phoenix · Sport & Wellness
Hosted by Free Meditation & Yoga Exeter
Beginner-friendly meditation sessions with introductory talks, videos and practical workshops, sitting on chairs with no mat or special clothing needed. For anyone curious about meditation or looking to ease stress.

Exeter Phoenix · Comedy
A night of work-in-progress from local theatre-makers, comedians, dancers, musicians and clowns, shown at the first live run-through. Expect something hilarious, messy or moving, for audiences who enjoy raw, experimental new performance.

Barnfield Theatre · Theatre
Work-in-progress performances from local theatre-makers, comedians, dancers and musicians, including Theatre Workhouse's Tin Solider, a play set on the edge of Dartmoor. Suits audiences who enjoy seeing new work at an early stage.

7pm · £115–£135
Autumn Botanical DrawingExeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A five-week course recording the colours and forms of autumn plants in graphite, charcoal, sanguine and watercolour, with a look at botanical illustration in art history. Suits beginners as well as returning artists.
Exeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
A collage course in which you craft unique landscapes from prints, watercolours, textiles, photos and drawings, exploring collage as a creative practice. Suits all levels, with a supportive setting and all materials provided.

6:30pm · £115–£135
Textile Memory BooksExeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
A five-week creative textiles course in which you turn your own life story into a hand-stitched textile book, using scraps of fabric you bring. Suits anyone who enjoys slow stitching and reflective, personal making.

7:30pm
OrgyExeter Phoenix · Music
A band who emerged from the Goth music scene in 1998 return with a new line-up and new music for headline shows. Suits fans of long-running alternative bands, 16 and over.
Exeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
A five-week course in which you hand sculpt a hollow ceramic bust from a live model, learning the foundations of three-dimensional form, anatomy, gesture and expression.

Exeter Phoenix · Film
A casual networking night for anyone with an interest in film, from actors and directors to writers and post-production crew, for talking and making friends over a drink.

7pm · £115–£135
Exploring Still Life DrawingExeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
A five-week still life course covering composition, form, tone and colour in graphite, pen, coloured pencil and watercolour, with a focus on Latin American artists. Suits anyone building a drawing portfolio.

7:30pm · £13–£15
KathakaliExeter Phoenix · Theatre
A performance of Kathakali, the classical dance drama of Kerala, telling a story of women's dignity and strength through emotion, costume and gesture. Suits all ages, recommended for 7 and over.

Exeter Phoenix · Music
A monthly jazz night hosted by saxophonist and flautist Pete Canter, with the house band and guest musicians sitting in. Suits jazz fans who enjoy live sessions with changing guests.
Exeter Phoenix · Talks & Workshops
A four-session introduction to Adobe Photoshop covering navigation, importing and editing images, layers, text, shapes and brushes. Suits beginners who want to use the software in their own work.

Exeter Phoenix · Other
An informal monthly meet for writers for performance, to share extracts, get feedback and talk through early ideas and reading recommendations. Suits playwrights and scriptwriters based in or around the city.
Exeter Phoenix · Film
A road trip drama in which novelist Thomas Mann and his daughter Erika cross a divided Germany in 1949, facing family fractures and the Cold War. Directed by Pawel Pawlikowski, it suits fans of his earlier films such as Ida.

Fri 6 Nov – Thu 12 Nov · 9 performances · £5–£9
Ghosts: The Possession of Button House (PG)Exeter Phoenix · Film
A feature-length film of the BBC sitcom about a house of ghosts, in which a body swap sends one ghost out into the living world, with the risk of lasting consequences. Suits fans of the TV series and light comedy.

6:45pm · £0–£40
NationExeter Phoenix · Other
A solo storytelling show by Sam Ward, a dark fable about the political power of stories and the violence of community. Suits fans of bold, intense theatre, for those aged 14 and over.

7:30pm · £18
The Barefoot BanditExeter Phoenix · Music
A South West reggae and dub band whose set blends bass-heavy dub, brass-led hooks and world-music rhythms, touring the UK and abroad. Suits fans of dub, reggae and high-energy festival-style live music.
Exeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
A workshop covering the basic tools and techniques of bookbinding, in which you make a hardcover sketchbook to take home. Suits beginners as well as people wanting to improve their bookbinding skills.

Sat 7 Nov – Sat 27 Feb · Sat 7 Nov, Sat 9 Jan and Sat 27 Feb, 1:30pm · £120
Young & Animated+ SaturdayExeter 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.

Sat 7 Nov – Wed 11 Nov · Sat 7 Nov 3pm and Wed 11 Nov 8pm · £8–£10
BritRock Film Tour 2026Exeter Phoenix · Film
The twelfth year of a tour of the best new climbing and adventure films from the UK, with epic ascents, big laughs and gripping stories. Suits climbers and anyone who loves adventure films.

Editor's pick7:30pm · £15
BeardymanExeter Phoenix · Music
A beatboxer and live looper who improvises studio-quality dance music in real time with a self-built music production system. Suits fans of live electronic music and beatboxing.

7:30pm · £15
Ellie GowersExeter 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.
Exeter Phoenix · Comedy
Comedian Milo Edwards tells the story of his parents through a box of old letters he found after his mother died, set against the 1980s. Suits fans of personal, story-led comedy.
Exeter Phoenix · Other
A monthly informal gathering for animators, illustrators and students, for networking, with visiting guests from the industry and an opportunities board. Suits animators and graduates building local connections.

Exeter Phoenix · Other
An evening of early-stage work from four global majority artists based in the South West, plus extracts from an Exeter storytelling group, with audience feedback welcomed. Suits anyone curious about new theatre in the making.
Exeter Phoenix · Theatre
A community exhibition of textile banners made by people from Refugee Support Devon and HIKMAT, exploring what home means to them, linked to Quirk Theatre's family show Yeti. Suits people interested in community arts.

8pm · £23–£25
Michael SpicerExeter Phoenix · Comedy
A satirical stage show from the online comedian behind The Room Next Door, with sketches, short films and stories about politics and the world, including characters from his Radio 4 show No Room. Suits fans of political satire.
Exeter Phoenix · Sport & Wellness
A four-week gentle yoga series of movement, breath and rest to slow down as winter begins. Suitable for beginners and all levels, so bring your own yoga mat.

Exeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
Youth art workshops for 13 to 16 year olds in which participants build mini houses and help create an illuminated village, with five sessions a half term. Suits young people who enjoy drawing, painting and 3D making.

Exeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
An experimental drawing session for 13 to 16 year olds, moving between large collaborative drawings and small miniature sketches. Suits young people who like trying out new drawing ideas.
Exeter Phoenix · Film
An exuberant, absurdist satire about a crew of professional shoplifters who target a cutthroat fashion designer, directed by Boots Riley and starring Keke Palmer and Naomi Ackie. Suits viewers 18 and over who like sharp social satire.

Fri 13 Nov – Thu 19 Nov · 7 performances · £5–£9
Everest: The Other Side (12A)Exeter Phoenix · Film
A documentary about ski mountaineers Jim Morrison and Hilaree Nelson, who set out to climb and ski the direct North Face of Everest, the most dangerous route on the mountain. Suits fans of mountaineering and adventure film.

Exeter Phoenix · Other
An InPop night promising emerging talent from London, aimed at music fans who like discovering up-and-coming acts before they get big.

7pm · £5
Dreadnought QuizExeter Phoenix · Community
A fundraising general knowledge quiz for teams of up to five, with a raffle, in aid of Dreadnought South West's workshops and archive. Suits quiz teams, for those aged 16 and over.

Editor's pick7:30pm · £27.50
Republica – 30 years of Ready To Go!Exeter Phoenix · Music
Nineties band Republica, fronted by Saffron, mark 30 years of Ready To Go with a 20-date UK tour. Suits fans of 90s Britpop and techno-pop, and of the female-fronted bands of that era.
Exeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
Learn collage techniques such as layering, typography and juxtaposition, using nature and the environment as a theme or your own subject. Suited to beginners and improvers.

7:30pm
Matt HobsExeter Phoenix · Comedy
The comedian tells the story of his journey from a passing interest in badgers to a full obsession, including the bovine TB debate. Suited to comedy fans who enjoy a show that is as informative as it is funny.

7:30pm
The WranExeter Phoenix · Music
Brothers in an Irish trad-fusion band who blend folk tradition with punk energy and harmonic depth. Suited to listeners who enjoy folk music played with a raw, rocking edge.

7:30pm · £15
General LevyExeter Phoenix · Music
One of the most in-demand MCs around, he has spent three decades bringing energy to his sets. He has worked with producers including Sly & Robbie, Shaggy and Artful Dodger. Suited to fans of reggae and MC-led live music.
Exeter Phoenix · Film
A special screening of the teen comedy to mark its 25th anniversary, with extras such as a chance to try out a rockstar identity. Suited to fans of the film who enjoy dressing up in its punk rock spirit.
Exeter Phoenix · Other
A solo performance by Yuk-Lan Chan about leaving Hong Kong for Britain and the legacy of her late father. Through storytelling, it explores displacement, adaptation and what home means. Suited to anyone drawn to stories of migration.

Sat 21 Nov – Wed 25 Nov · Mon–Wed, 5:15pm, plus Sat at 6:15pm
Whispers In The Wood (U)Exeter Phoenix · Film
A nature film following wildlife photographer Vincent Munier, his father and his son into the Vosges forests to look for deer, rare birds, foxes, lynxes and the capercaillie. Suited to wildlife lovers and anyone who enjoys nature films.

7:30pm
BaskeryExeter Phoenix · Music
Three sisters from Stockholm play energetic live folk with close vocal harmonies, drawing on four full albums and a fifth recorded with producer Sean Lakeman. Suited to folk fans who enjoy high-energy performances and strong harmonies.
Exeter Phoenix · Music
The award-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist plays songs from his five studio albums, with a sixth set for release in October 2026. Liz Stringer provides support. Suited to fans of folk-leaning songwriting with lyrical depth.

8pm
Larry DeanExeter Phoenix · Comedy
The Glaswegian comedian returns with a riotous show about refusing to grow up, drawing on his recent marriage. Suited to fans of loud, energetic stand-up.
Exeter Phoenix · Other
A show about film examiners who rate cartoons, fairy tales and films for sex, drugs and violence, then face the question of how to rate a person. Suited to fans of irreverent, adult comedy.

Exeter Phoenix · Music
A folk club with a line-up that includes the electro-acoustic duo The Peters Projection, Catalan-English singer Mireia Mussons and the Devon duo Folk Here Tonight. Suited to fans of indie folk, Americana and folk noir.
Exeter Phoenix · Music
Elvis fronts Nirvana in a show that plays the band's 1990s music with plenty of electric energy. Suited to grunge fans who enjoy a playful twist on the songs they know.
Exeter Phoenix · Music
A band that pioneered blues, rock and jazz improvisation, combining complex instrumental passages with passionate vocals in live performances. Suited to fans of blues-rock and jazz-influenced rock who enjoy improvised playing.
Exeter Phoenix · Comedy
Comedy poet Ade Smith blends literary flair and dark, cynical humour with everyday modern life, with support from former Bard of Exeter Kev Payne. Suited to fans of spoken-word comedy and sharp, observational verse.
Exeter Phoenix · Other
A film following four activists in the Just Stop Oil movement as they plan civil disobedience, and the government's response, followed by an in-person Q&A with director Rich Felgate. Suited to viewers interested in climate protest.

Exeter Phoenix · Other
A night of works in progress from local theatre-makers, comedians, dancers, musicians and clowns, with brand-new ideas and experimental moves. Suited to anyone curious about how performances take shape before they are finished.
Exeter Phoenix · Comedy
Stand-up veteran Mark Thomas marks 40 years on the mic with an hour of political and personal comedy, rants and jokes about the state of the nation. For fans of sharp, topical comedy with a campaigning streak.
Exeter Phoenix · Comedy
Comedian Sam Michael's debut solo show looks back on missed chances, from youthful procrastination to a late rush to make up for lost time before he turns 40. Warm, self-deprecating stand-up for fans of relatable, nostalgic comedy.
Exeter Phoenix · Art & Exhibitions
Exeter Seed Bank runs a seed packing session with a chat about its latest projects over a drink, and takes home seeds for the next harvest. For gardeners and anyone interested in seed saving and community growing.

9:30pm
Fabio & GrooveriderExeter Phoenix · Music
Drum and bass pioneers Fabio and Grooverider, often called the godfathers of DnB, play an extended three-hour set with support from Noisemonkey. For drum and bass fans who know the scene's history.
Exeter Phoenix · Comedy
Improviser Jon Hipkiss makes up an entirely new Star Wars film on his own, using audience suggestions and playing every trailer, character and piece of music. For Star Wars fans and anyone who enjoys unscripted comedy.

Exeter Phoenix · Club Night
A silent disco with two channels of music, one for pop classics and dance hits and one for rock anthems and indie, covering the 80s, 90s and 00s. For groups of friends who want a singalong night out with Christmas classics thrown in.
An all-day line-up of extreme metal bands, including Anaal Nathrakh, Sinister and Siglos, with a metal market selling records and merchandise. For extreme metal fans who want to discover new bands.