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Events
This page is always updated with the most exciting events happening in and around Newquay, making it easy for you to plan your days whilst you are here.
Click on the 'highlight' events above for more information, or alternatively you can use the search bar to find events on specific dates. You can even search all of the events happening in and around Newquay throughout the year!
Beach Events
Newquay is surrounded by twelve beautiful beaches, hence boasting some of the best and most impressive settings for events that you have ever laid your eyes on. Known as the surfing capital of England, it comes as no surprise that many of the surf events and adrenaline water sports championships, such as Boardmasters, English National Surfing Championships, Thundercat World Series, and the Jet Ski Rider World Championships have all been held in Newquay.
Having the beaches as such a stunning backdrop makes it easy to host amazing and memorable music events. I mean, just imagine having the sand between your toes drink in hand, listening to live music, whilst the sun is setting in the background… Well here in Newquay we feel so lucky that this is a regular occurrence - especially throughout the summer!
Newquay Town Events
Although, not all of these events happen on the beach. Many events happen in and around the town center, for instance, The Killacourt is a green area used to host many events usually put on free by the Newquay Town Council.
New Year's Eve celebrations where people dress up in fancy dress, meet at Central Square for the countdown to begin followed by fireworks at Newquay Harbour. There's also Newquay’s famous Zombie Crawl where the children (and some adults too!) dress up in their favourite Halloween costumes and stop at various locations in the town for spooktacular fun.
Newquay Events
To see all of the events that are happening throughout the year please scroll down, or alternatively, you can return to the main 'What's On' to view the event calendar for specific dates.
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The Gruffalo Party Trail at Cardinham Woods 2024
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Family
Bodmin
The Gruffalo is celebrating his 25th birthday and to celebrate, everyone is invited to take part in a brand-new forest adventure.
Venue
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- 10 Feb 2024to1 Jan 2025
Terrace Party at Fistral Beach Bar 2024
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Type:
Music
NEWQUAY
Kicking off at 5pm with Latin house grooves and disco flavours, DeluxX and Ant Durkin take to the decks and sax maestro, Paul Haywood tears it up on the terrace
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- 11 May 2024
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- 7 Sept 2024
British Wildlife & Conservation Day at Screech Owl Sanctuary
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Type:
Animal/Wildlife
St. Columb
Join Screech Owl Sanctuary for their first British Wildlife & Conservation Day of the season which will be held on 11th May 2024.
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- 11 May 2024
Cocker Spaniel Meet-Up 2024 @ Watergate Bay
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Participatory Event
Newquay
12th May 2024. Start Time: 11:30 Walk Time: 12:15. End Time: 13:30 @ Watergate Bay Beach at the end of the slipway.
Cocker Spaniel Meet-Up 2024. After the success of 2019, 2022 and 2023's Cocker Spaniel Meet-up, Cornish Ramblings is excited to let you know we will be heading to Watergate Bay Beach…Dates
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- 12 May 2024
Tunes in the Dunes 2024
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Festival
Perranporth
TUNES IN THE DUNES FESTIVAL 17th - 19th May 2024
Tunes in the Dunes is a live music festival set on the beautiful golden sands of Perranporth beach in Cornwall. With a backdrop of scenic cliffs and sand dunes, this is a truly unique event where you can enjoy an ice cold beverage with your feet in…Dates
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- 17 May 2024to19 May 2024
Locals Weekend - 50% off at National Lobster Hatchery
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Participatory Event
Padstow
Lovely locals can get 50% off day admission for this weekend only when they visit the hatchery. Simply show proof of address on entry and receive half price admission.
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Dates
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- 18 May 2024to19 May 2024
NQY Shanty Fest '24 - A Celebration of Music & Merriment!
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Type:
Music
Newquay
Ahoy, music lovers! Get ready to groove to the rhythm of good vibes at the NQY Shanty Fest '24! Join us for a weekend filled with fantastic tunes, delicious bites, and a whole lot of fun, all for free!
Dates
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- 18 May 2024
Sign Up and Step Out in support of the South West Coast Path
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Type:
Walking
Newquay
Meet the team, enjoy a coastal walk, and find out more about what we do as a charity to protect and improve England's longest National Trail. By taking part you're making a difference as 100% of ticket sales will go back into the Path you love. JOIN US!
Dates
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- 18 May 2024
Newquay Farmers Market
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Market
Newquay
Newquay Farmer’s Market brings the best in fresh Cornish produce, every 3rd Saturday of the month.
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- 18 May 2024
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Run To The Sun 2024
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Type:
Car & Motor Vehicles
Newquay
Back in '87, born from a love of custom cars the first ever Run to the Sun took place on Fistral Beach. Then shortly after, moved to its longest standing home at Trevelgue Holiday Park, and now we are about to start a brand new Chapter as we return from a 10 year sabbatical.
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- 24 May 2024to27 May 2024
Cornwall Street Food Festival 2024
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Type:
Food and Drink
Newquay
Cornwall Street Food Festival 2024 is back at the beautiful Barrowfields, Newquay (TR7 2RZ) from Friday 24th - Monday 27th May. Over the late-May Bank Holiday weekend enjoy four days of great food, entertainment and family fun with 30 of the UK’s top street food traders coming together to serve up…
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- 24 May 2024to27 May 2024
L&K Travel Launch Day on the Killacourt
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Type:
Event
Newquay
Come & meet your brand new family-run travel agency as we prepare for take off in the heart of Newquay.
Dates
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- 25 May 2024
Newquay Concrete Waves Skatepark Jam 2024
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Type:
Sporting
Newquay
The Concrete Waves Half Term Skatepark Jam in Newquay is set for Tuesday 28th May from 11am to 5pm. Proudly supported by Boardmasters & Newquay Town Council - Join us as we celebrate the launch of the new Phase Two section!
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- 28 May 2024Open 11:00 - 17:00
Newquay Fun Fair and Monster Truck Rides this May Half Term!
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Type:
Event
Newquay
David Rowland & Sons Present Dairyland Funfair & Monster Truck Rides At Cornwalls Famous Dairyland Farm Park
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- 28 May 2024to2 June 2024
BIG Newquay Market 2024
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Type:
Market
Newquay
Join Newquay for some BIG love for shopping small and eating local on the first Saturday of the month.
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- 1 June 2024
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D-Day 80th Anniversary Event
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Type:
Historical
Newquay
Newquay town council will be lighting the beacon to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France.
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- 6 June 2024
Royal Cornwall Show 2024
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Type:
Country Show
Wadebridge
The Royal Cornwall Show 6th, 7th & 8th June 2024. Every year, for 3 days in June, the best in entertainment, agriculture, shopping and competition can be found at the Royal Cornwall Show.
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- 6 June 2024to8 June 2024
Rainbow Run 2024 for Children's Hospice South West
Type
Type:
Charity
Newquay
Cornwall’s most colourful, family-friendly 5k turns 10 this summer so join in and cross the finish line with flying colours as Children’s Hospice South West celebrate the 10 years of Rainbow Run on Saturday 15 June 2024 at RAF St Mawgan, Newquay.
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- 15 June 2024
Watergate Bay Beach: Arts on the Beach 2024
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Type:
Arts and Culture
NEWQUAY
Round-up: Arts on the Beach15 - 16 June 2024
Children bounced to the beat, air-borne dancers soared and towering puppets stopped revelers in their tracks.Dates
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- 15 June 2024to16 June 2024
Music on The Killacourt - Opening Session
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Type:
Performance
NEWQUAY
Come down to the Killacourt on Saturday 6th July for the opening of Newquay Sessions - it will be an event not to be missed!
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- 6 July 2024
