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06 Sept 2025

5 fun things to do this weekend in Exeter

5 fun things to do this weekend in Exeter: music, festivals, art and celebrations

5 fun things to do this weekend in Exeter

Here are our five top picks of what to do this weekend in Exeter. 

FESTIVAL 

On now until 22 September

BUDLEIGH SALTERTON LITERARY FESTIVAL 

This year’s line-up includes chef Rick Stein, broadcaster and novelist Rev Richard Coles, tenor Russell Watson, gardening wiz Carol Klein, Fashion pro Patrick Grant and historical fiction writer Robert Harris.

Budleigh Salterton Literature Festival 

ART

On now until 2 November

ANNE JACKSON: THE WITCHCRAFT SERIES

Anne’s tapestries depict the trials of specific historic ‘witches’ from the West Country, especially Somerset and Devon, illustrating their tales with images of spells, witches’ familiars and magic symbols. 

Thelma Hulbert Gallery

CELEBRATIONS

20 September

BONANZA

Exeter arts venue Exeter Phoenix is celebrating its 25th birthday! Expect live music, DJs, fire eaters and more!

Exeter Phoenix

FOOD

On now until 22 September

TASTE EAST DEVON FESTIVAL 

East Devon’s best producers, chefs, restaurants and venues have joined forces for this annual celebration of local food. Events including farm feasts, brewery open days, seafood tasting experiences, BBQs and parties.

Taste East Devon Festival 

COMEDY

21 September

Sarah Keyworth: My Eyes Are Up Here

The comedian is back with a joyous show about family, acceptance and a pair of big (well, not super big) losses. This show has recently become the Winner of the Most Outstanding Show at The Melbourne Comedy Festival 2024.

Exeter Corn Exchange

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