5 fun things to do this weekend in Exeter

Here's our top pick of things to do this weekend in Exeter. Enjoy!

FAMILY

8-9 February 

THE SMARTEST GIANT IN TOWN 

Based on the bestselling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, This heart-warming tale about friendship and helping those in need is brought to life in a musical, puppet-filled adventure. 10am, 1pm and 4pm showings at Northcott Theatre. 

EXHIBITION

9-16 February 

QUEER RELIGION PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION

Queer Religion is an award-winning exhibition by acclaimed photographer Frances Marshall, which celebrates prominent openly queer leaders in religion. Frances will be chatting about her work on the launch night. 6.30pm at Exeter Cathedral. 

FILM 

On now until 12 February

A REAL PAIN

Head to Exeter PictureHouse to watch this tender comedy charting mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) as they reunite for a tour through Poland to honour their beloved grandmother.

ART

On now until 23 February 

DARTMOOR: A RADICAL LANDSCAPE 

This contemporary art exhibition at RAMM explores Dartmoor’s evocative landscape through photography, film and land art. Artwork on display ranges from 1969 to 2024.

FILM

8 February

MARIA

Set in Paris, 1977, Maria tells the moving story of one the world’s greatest sopranos, Maria Callas (Angelina Jolie). Now hiding in an apartment, having lost her voice and retreated from the world she dreams of returning to the stage.10.40am screening at Exeter Phoenix.