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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: Christmas markets, bars, panto, Exmouth

5 fun things to do this weekend in Exeter

Check out our top five festive picks of what to do this weekend.

EXMOUTH

13- 17 December

THE JINGLE INN

Head to The Jingle Inn, a marquee bar in the town square where you can sit in the warm and dry and enjoy a festive drink. Entertainment this weekend includes music from LaLa Choir, Exmouth Town Concert Band and more. 

Christmas Village Exmouth 

FAMILY

Every Sunday throughout December

Head to Princesshay’s Christmashay Village as Santa and his elf will be in his gold sleigh in Princesshay every Sunday in December for families to meet him from 10.30am – 4.30pm. Do a bit of shopping while you're there - expect over 25 local independent traders selling their wares. 

Princesshay

CHRISTMAS

On now until 15 December

EXETER CATHEDRAL CHRISTMAS MARKET

This weekend is your last chance to soak up the festivities with Sunday being the last day. Pop in for a mulled cider, pick up some Christmas pressies, and try some of the scrummy global street food.

Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market 

FILM

14 and 15 December

THE POLAR EXPRESS 

Late on Christmas Eve, a boy sits in bed doubting the existence of Santa Claus. This extraordinary journey towards the North Pole will go beyond your wildest imagination. Can't make these dates? Check out the rest of the festive films being shown at Exeter Phoenix this December. 

Exeter Phoenix

PANTOMIME

On now until 5 January

CINDERELLA

Exeter Northcott and Le Navet Bete team up once again to bring us a fabulous modern take on a classic story. Expect laugh-out-loud fun, great music, stunning costumes and sets, and amazing special effects.

Exeter Northcott Theatre 

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