Upcoming events.
Scare Fest Plymouth
Plymouth, are you ready to scream? This Halloween, SCARE FEST takes over Treeby Court for nine nights of scares, thrills and unlimited fun from 23rd - 31st October
Winter Makers Market
Come along to The Box to browse and buy from a selection of exceptional local makers and artists. This is your chance to find some brilliantly made items that are perfect for Christmas gifts and stocking fillers.
Elf Academy: Adventure at the Museum
Take part in our new Elf Academy! Attend this special festive event and become an 'Expert Elf' in plenty of time for the big day.
Breakfast with Santa
Join us in The Kitchen & Bar for our ever-popular Breakfast with Santa, taking place every Sunday morning throughout December.
Creative Bookmaking Workshop (Free)
Join us to make simple, colourful books to keep as works of art or use as journals, notebooks or gifts. All ages and abilities welcome. All materials provided for this FREE workshop. Lovely seaside setting
Young People’s Workshop: Film, Art, Action
Aged 13-18? Come and explore art in film by delving into the moving image archives at The Box! Go behind the scenes in this special workshop and discover original film materials, archive footage and more – all of which show how filmmakers have experimented over time.
Plymouth Tide Cafe
Join us at a Tide Café; a relaxed, friendly gathering to chat about the sea, the tides and the many ways water shapes life in our city
The Warrior Women Walk 2026
The Warrior Women Walk has a new home for 2026. Join us at Mount Batten, Plymouth, as we walk together to raise vitals funds for our work with women affected by violence, abuse and trauma
Rip It Up – Cut And Paste! – Digital Zine Workshop
Rip It Up - Cut and Paste! offers a unique behind-the-scenes opportunity to explore Plymouth's moving image heritage at The Box
Plymouth Tide Café - Efford Library
Join us at a Tide Café; a relaxed, friendly gathering to chat about the sea, the tides and the many ways water shapes life in our city
Hidden Tides: Mapping the Sea Within the City
A creative writing workshop inspired by Intertidal, exploring the places where the sea finds its way into Plymouth
Plymouth Tide Café - Real Ideas
Join us at a Tide Café; a relaxed, friendly gathering to chat about the sea, the tides and the many ways water shapes life in our city
Rip It Up – Cut And Paste! – Zine Workshop
What does Plymouth feel like to you? Is the city a boring, grey place or is it full of surprises? Join us at Fotonow on a street photography and Zine-making workshop
A New Mythology for Plymouth Sound
Ahoy! Join Plymouth Laureate of Words, R.C. Thomas on a journey of Plymouth Sound to explore mythologies, folktales and legends
Real Steel at The Millennium
Reel Steal return to the Millennium for their annual open rehearsal before their trip up to Notting Hill Carnival
Summer Craft Fair
A wonderful afternoon filled with all local artists selling a range of media from jewelry, cards, dog accessories and much more
Our Land Flows...from Peat to Pipe
Join Art and Energy for a series of events inspired by the water on Dartmoor
Artemis Collective Summer Salon
The Artemis Collective Summer Salon Exhibition returns for 2026, featuring an exciting, eclectic showcase of artwork by local artists from diverse creative backgrounds
Climate Cafés at The Box
This series of free Climate Cafés invites young people age 12-24 to come together to explore climate, identity and community through creativity, conversation and making
Nigerian Cultural Festival 2026
Nigerian Cultural Festival 2026 is coming to Plymouth
Summer craft fair
The Bread and Roses will be hosting a monthly craft fair for all to enjoy
Crochet & unwind: make your own lavender bouquet
If you already know the basics of crochet and fancy a few calm, creative hours just for you, this workshop is your perfect escape
Bee Happy: Crochet your own bumblebee workshop
If you’ve learned the basics of crochet and you’re ready to try something new, this relaxed and friendly workshop is the perfect next step
Crochet a blooming gorgeous summer wreath
This 2-part workshop is perfect for you if you have already grasped the basics of crochet and you're wanting to develop your crochet skills
Creative Poetry Workshop: Feeling in Colour
Discover the expressive power of words in this intergenerational poetry workshop led by Plymouth Laureate of Words R.C. Thomas.
Crochet a Wind Spinner: A relaxed next step workshop
Create a Beautiful Crochet Wind Spinner. If you’ve learned the basics of crochet and are ready for your next creative step, this relaxed and rewarding workshop is perfect for you
Creative Workshops: Spin and Splat Painting with Graham Robinson
Get messy and make something extraordinary in this high-energy painting workshop with artist Graham Robinson!
Ocean with David Attenborough (PG) + Short Films
A special screening, not only in celebration of David Attenborough’s 100th birthday but also to showcase the work of Fotonow's Blue Sparks: Media residency
Blue Sparks: Fotonow Media Residency Exhibition
This exhibition is a selection of works made during Fotonow's Blue Sparks: Media residency
Yard Sessions
Royal William Yard’s popular Yard Sessions return for summer 2026 with another handpicked programme of free live music in the Yard’s ‘Secret Garden’.