Whats On in Dawlish and Dawlish Warren

Dawlish has an exciting events calendar with plenty of annual events and festivals. From local car shows and concerts to family entertainment and a carnival the town is home to an astonishing range of events, and this page will help you know what’s on in Dawlish during your visit.

What’s on in Teignmouth & Dawlish

In the spring Dawlish holds an annual Walking Festival, where a series of events are held throughout the town over a number of days celebrating the great walks which can be enjoyed in and around the town. 

Dawlish carnival takes place during the summer months and is a weeklong celebration for the town. With a number events held throughout the week centred around the beach, The Lawn and Brook there is great fun to be had by all. The week of festivities then ends with the carnival procession through the town where floats of all colours and sizes parade through the streets.

And the list of what’s on in Dawlish goes on; at Powderham Castle, a nearby historical house with stunning grounds, you’ll find an amazing range of events which are hosted throughout the year. From garden and food festivals, children’s entertainment throughout the school holidays to evening shows, concerts and music festivals as well as car shows and a michaelmas fair. The castle, with its stunning location on the banks of the River Exe, is definitely worth a visit.

No matter what time of year you visit or the type of event or activity you are looking to enjoy, Dawlish and nearby Dawlish Warren, with their great range of events and locations by the sea, are the perfect place for a well deserved break.

To find out what’s on in Dawlish check out the list below, or use the search on the right hand side to help refine the results by date or event type.