5 fun things to do this weekend in Exeter

From immersive art and live music to film, books and record digging, here’s what to see, do and discover in Exeter this weekend.

THE STORYTELLERS: A SOUND & LIGHT EXPERIENCE BY LUXMURALIS

On now until 10 January
Luxmuralis return to Exeter Cathedral with an immersive light and sound installation. Expect soaring projections, atmospheric audio and a contemporary take on the ancient art of storytelling, brought vividly to life within the cathedral’s historic walls.

EXETER RECORD & CD FAIR

10 January 
Head to Exeter Corn Exchange for a treasure trove of music memorabilia. Browse vinyl records, imports, promotional items, fan-club collectibles, picture discs, CDs, albums, singles and maxis, along with sheet music, postcards, DVDs, posters and T-shirts.9.30am–3.30pm

NEW BAND SHOWCASE

10 January 
This free event spotlights up-and-coming bands and solo artists from across the South West. The line-up includes Vanity Proj3ct, a five-piece Devon rock band blending indie and rock with high-energy originals; Revørie, a three-piece electronic alt-rock act from Exeter; and Daisy Carbin, a local folk musician who recently released her debut track, ‘Close Gap’. 7pm–11pm at Exeter Phoenix.

HAMNET

10 and 11 January
From Academy Award® winning writer and director Chloé Zhao comes HAMNET, the moving love story behind Shakespeare’s Hamlet starring Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley. Multiple on Saturday and Sunday at Exeter PictureHouse.

BOOKBAG UNPLUGGED

Every Sunday
Step away from screens and slow things down at Bookbag, Exeter’s independent bookshop tucked inside McCoy’s Arcade off Fore Street. These weekly sessions invite visitors to read, write, sketch or simply sit and connect. Pick up a coffee from Sacred Grounds or bring your own.11am–12pm.