What's on
Plymouth hosts a variety of activities, events and festivals throughout the year. Below are the forthcoming major events, for a full list of Council events see our events calendar.
Thinking of organising an event? We can give support, help and advice on all aspects of events, contact us at events@plymouth.gov.uk.
Pirates Weekend Plymouth
The award winning Plymouth Pirate Weekend returns in May for a family fun packed weekend in The Barbican and Sutton Harbour.
Venue: The Barbican
Lord Mayor's Day
Saturday, 25 May 2019 (All day)This popular annual event will again be taking place in May, welcoming the new Lord Mayor into their role.
Venue: City Centre
Flavour Fest
The South West's largest food and drink festival returns to the city centre Piazza in June
Venue: City Centre
Armed Forces Day
Saturday, 29 June 2019 (All day)Plymouth Armed Forces Day is an annual event held in support of the national Armed Forces Day initiative, returning to the Hoe in June.
Venue: Plymouth Hoe
Ocean City Blues N Jazz Festival
The Ocean City Blues N Jazz Festival returns to The Barbican, 9 to 11 August 2019.
Venue: Barbican and Sutton Harbour
British Firework Championships
The world famous British Firework Championships is set to return to Plymouth in August.
Venue: Plymouth Hoe
Plymouth Seafood Festival
Plymouth Seafood Festival is back for its eighth year and is set to bring The Barbican and Sutton Harbour alive on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September.
Venue: The Barbican
Bonfire Night
Tuesday, 5 November 2019 - 4:00pmFireworks, fairground rides and a giant bonfire on Plymouth Hoe to celebrate Bonfire Night.
Venue: The Hoe