What’s On

Happening on weekend’s in November, the events are spread across various locations throughout the town centre, offering a range of price options from free to affordable or discounted tickets.  

 We’ve crafted a diverse programme in collaboration with some fantastic local organisations, each offering a unique array of activities on dedicated weekends. Every weekend, a different organisation will take the spotlight with the weekend highlights, supported by a variety of activities and events from other local businesses. This approach ensures a rich and varied programme that truly reflects the unique identity of Newquay. 

Events are listed in date order below and powered by Cornwall 365 booking office (festival partners). Use the filter, to discover events by type, date or weekend highlight. Click on the event for the full information and  to book (if required).

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Live Music

Cream of Cornish Weekender: Kana by Candlelight
Friday 1st of November 2024
St Michael The Archangel

Join seven-piece female acapella group, KANA, for the first night of the Cream of Cornish Weekender. With support to be announced.

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Comedy

Cream of Cornish Weekender: LOL-A-DAY Destination!
Saturday 2nd of November 2024
The Dead Famous

Rock yourself up for a sumptuous Saturday-night smorgasboard of some of the best comedy to come out of Cornwall in recent years. It’s your destination for the LOLs!

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Theatre

Cream of Cornish Weekender: Dracula The Vampyr
Saturday 2nd of November 2024
The Underbelly, Downstairs at The Griffin Inn

Beware! He is unearthed/ He is coming. Keep your windows locked and gather the garlic. David Mynne bring his hilarious one-man version of the gothic classic with a bite!

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Art, Family, Workshops

Bellyboard Painting Workshop for Kids
Saturday 2nd of November 2024
Dick Pearce and Friends Bellyboards

Join Dick Pearce and Friends for a fun-filled Kids Bellyboard Painting Workshop, where young artists can unleash their creativity and design their very own bellyboard

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Art, Food & Drink, Live Music

BIG Newquay Market
Saturday 2nd of November 2024
Bank Street and Killacourt

The BIG Newquay Market is a destination market hosted on the first Saturday of the month from the Spring.

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Art

Seascape: Live Art Event & Auction
Saturday 2nd of November 2024
Killacourt

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Workshops

Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises and Sound Bath
Saturday 2nd of November 2024
A State of Mind Studio

Join us for a transformative TRE (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises) workshop, designed to help you release tension and restore balance to your body and mind.

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Dance, Theatre, Workshops

To The Moon & Back: Shadow Play Workshop
Saturday 2nd of November 2024
WI Hall

Try out shadow puppets, shape shifting and window displays that reveal Newquay’s secret stories, real or myth.

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Art, Family, Outdoor

Beach Art Workshop
Saturday 2nd of November 2024
Towan Beach

Making good art from the things that we find…

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Art, Family, Workshops

Trenance Trees & Tales: Jar Lantern & Autumn Crafts
Saturday 2nd of November 2024
Killacourt

Come and join Blystra Arts for a fun drop-in craft session on the Killacourt in Newquay this November. We'll be making Jar Lanterns and other Autumn crafts.

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Art, Family, Workshops

Magnet Making
Saturday 2nd of November 2024
Tor Pottery Works

Join one of Tor Pottery owners, Jenna or Danielle in this personalised workshop to make your own ceramic fridge magnet

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Dance, Family, Workshops

The BIG Movement: Pop Up Community Workshops
Saturday 2nd of November 2024
Killacourt Band Stand

Join 4Motion at the Killacourt Bandstand for their feel-good BIG Movement dance workshops

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Film

Cream of Cornish Weekender: Micro Movies Matinee
Sunday 3rd of November 2024
Project Eighty Three

Curated by Cornwall Film Festival, the Micro Movie Matinee brings you a delectable elevenses kick-back of some of the finest, innovative and adventurous Cornish short films to emerge over the last five

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Art, Workshops

To The Moon & Back: Build a Secret World Craft Workshop
Sunday 3rd of November 2024
WI Hall

Build a mini 3D world where your memories, stories and imagination inspire the design. A shoe box of underwater beasts? A bottle full of stars? A vessel of memories?

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Art, Workshops

To The Moon & Back: Doodle & Stitch Craft Workshop
Sunday 3rd of November 2024
WI Hall

Fun for all the family, come along to draw doodles, stitch patterns and add your messages to the giant moon parachute.

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Family, Outdoor

Wildlife Walk
Sunday 3rd of November 2024
Dane Road Car Park (by the monument)

Join our wildlife expert for a coastal walk and join our largest citizen science project up on the headland.

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Outdoor, Workshops

Sauna & Breathwork Evening
Monday 4th of November 2024
Newquay Harbour/The Boathouse

Olla Hiki Sauna and Scott would like to invite you to a nourishing evening including a 2hrs sauna ceremony at Newquay Harbour followed by a calming breathwork session.

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Art

Versions by Phil Strugnell at SeaSpace
Friday 8th of November 2024
SeaSpace

To celebrate the huge coastal street art mural that adorns the side of SeaSpace, the man behind the brush, local contemporary artist, creative ambassador and all-around community legend, Phil Strugnell

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Art, Workshops

Bellyboard Painting Workshop for Adults
Saturday 9th of November 2024
Dick Pearce and Friends Bellyboards

Join Dick Pearce and Friends for a creative and relaxing experience at their Adult Bellyboard Painting Workshop, where you'll have the opportunity to design and paint your very own custom bellyboard.

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Art, Workshops

Pottery Painting
Saturday 9th of November 2024
Tor Pottery Works

Choosing from a range of pre-made bisqueware items, come and join Tor Pottery owners, Jenna or Danielle in this laid back FREE decorating session.

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Art, Workshops

SeaSpace x Phil Strugnell Abstract Wood Sculpture and Card Relief Workshop
Saturday 9th of November 2024
SeaSpace

To celebrate the huge coastal street art mural that adorns the side of SeaSpace, the man behind the brush, local contemporary artist, creative ambassador and all-around community legend, Phil Strugnell

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Dance, Theatre, Workshops

To The Moon & Back: VRCade Play Party
Saturday 9th of November 2024
VRCADE, 12 - 14 Fore Street

Join the creative team behind To The Moon & Back for pizza and VR gaming

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Workshops

Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises and Sound Bath
Saturday 9th of November 2024
A State of Mind Studio

Join us for a transformative TRE (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises) workshop, designed to help you release tension and restore balance to your body and mind.

Find out more

Art, Workshops

Seascape Painting – Polly Joke Poppies
Saturday 9th of November 2024
Newquay Adult Education Centre

Re-create this well-known local scene for your own home with our Seascape Painting Workshop.

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Dance, Family, Workshops

The BIG Movement: Pop Up Community Performances
Saturday 9th of November 2024
Killacourt Band Stand

Join 4Motion at the Killacourt Bandstand to warm-up the body, get the creative vibes flowing and unite as a community to go on a pop up performance tour around Newquay Town.

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Theatre

Red Planet: Revolution!
Sunday 10th of November 2024
St Michael’s Church Hall

It’s the year 2224. Planet Mars. Join Upstart Theatre for a live-action storytelling game, played in teams, and placing the power to shape society in your hands!

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Art, Workshops

SeaSpace x Phil Strugnell Abstract Collage Workshop
Sunday 10th of November 2024
Project 83

To celebrate the huge coastal street art mural that adorns the side of SeaSpace, the man behind the brush, local contemporary artist, creative ambassador and all-around community legend, Phil Strugnell

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Art, Workshops

To The Moon & Back: Build a Secret World Craft Workshop
Monday 11th of November 2024
VRCADE, 12 - 14 Fore Street

Drop into the VRCADE and help Scamp build a secret 3D world.

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Art, Workshops

Introduction to Drawing and Painting
Thursday 14th of November 2024
Newquay Adult Education Centre

This is a broad course where we cover a number of different drawing and painting techniques including, for example, charcoal, pastels, watercolours and acrylics.

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Dance, Outdoor, Theatre

To The Moon & Back: Friday’s Performance
Friday 15th of November 2024
Newquay Town Centre

Look at Newquay town centre through new eyes. Join this immersive evening experience which combines dance, theatre, sound installation and projection.

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Food & Drink, Outdoor, Workshops

Sauna & Dinner Evening
Friday 15th of November 2024
Newquay Harbour/The Boathouse

Olla Hiki Sauna and Ellie would like to invite you to a delicious evening of a 2hrs sauna ceremony followed by a warming meal cooked by Ellie.

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Dance, Outdoor, Theatre

To The Moon & Back: Saturday’s Performance
Saturday 16th of November 2024
Newquay Town Centre

Look at Newquay town centre through new eyes. Join this immersive evening experience which combines dance, theatre, sound installation and projection.

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Art, Workshops

Make A Mug
Saturday 16th of November 2024
Tor Pottery Works

Join a Make a Mug taster led by one of Tor Pottery owners, Jenna or Danielle.

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Art, Christmas, Family, Workshops

Trenance Trees and Tales: Willow Lantern Making Workshop
Saturday 16th of November 2024
Trenance Heritage Cottages and The Garden Cafe

All are welcome to come and make a willow lantern with the Blystra Arts team.

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Workshops

Wire & Write Workshop
Saturday 16th of November 2024
St Michael’s Church Hall

Join aerialist, Poppy Plowman, for a tightwire and creative writing workshop.

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Art, Family, Workshops

Andy Pearce x Headland: Sip & Sketch Workshops
Saturday 16th of November 2024
The Headland

As The Headland’s artist in residence during the Be Newquay Festival, Andy Pearce will be sketching and painting in various spaces around the hotel and on the beach throughout the month, and hosting

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Family, Outdoor

Rockpool Experience
Saturday 16th of November 2024
South Fistral

Join the team of Newquay Marine Group and Newquay Wild Activities for an exploration of the South Fistral Rockpools.

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Theatre

Turk(ish)
Sunday 17th of November 2024
St Michael’s Church Hall

Tightwire and hair-hanging combine with live music, high skill and humour to bring intimate storytelling in this unique show.

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Workshops

Have-a-Go Tightwire Taster Workshop
Sunday 17th of November 2024
St Michael’s Church Hall

Join aerialist, Poppy Plowman for a fun introduction to tightwire! Suitable for all ages.

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Family, Outdoor

Rockpool Experience
Sunday 17th of November 2024
South Fistral

Join the team of Newquay Marine Group and Newquay Wild Activities for an exploration of the South Fistral Rockpools.

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Art, Workshops

Get Into Photography
Saturday 16th of November 2024 - Sunday 17th of November 2024
Newquay Adult Education Centre

This practical and fun weekend workshop is for photographers who own a digital camera and want to create better images.

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Art, Workshops

Cathy Retzenbrink at Clemo Books
Sunday 17th of November 2024
Clemo Books

Join author Cathy Retzenbrink at Clemo Books for a creative writing workshop.

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Christmas, Family, Live Music, Outdoor

Trenance Trees and Tales: Lantern Parade & Christmas Lights Switch-On
Friday 22nd of November 2024
Trenance Heritage Cottages and The Garden Cafe

The Big Christmas Switch on of the Trenance Cottages Christmas Tree and Full Christmas Light Display.

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Art, Workshops

Pottery Painting
Saturday 23rd of November 2024
Tor Pottery Works

Choosing from a range of pre-made bisqueware items, come and join Tor Pottery owners, Jenna or Danielle in this laid back FREE decorating session.

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Art, Family, Workshops

Andy Pearce x Headland: Open Studio
Saturday 23rd of November 2024
The Headland

As The Headland’s artist in residence during the Be Newquay Festival, Andy Pearce will be sketching and painting in various spaces around the hotel and on the beach throughout the month, and hosting

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Art, Family, Workshops

Andy Pearce x Headland: Sip & Sketch Workshops
Saturday 23rd of November 2024
The Headland

As The Headland’s artist in residence during the Be Newquay Festival, Andy Pearce will be sketching and painting in various spaces around the hotel and on the beach throughout the month, and hosting

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Family, Workshops

Craig Barr-Green Storytelling Event
Saturday 23rd of November 2024
Newquay Library

Join local children's author Craig Barr-Green and the team at Newquay Library for a fun-filled storytelling event.

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Outdoor

Back Garden Forest – Tree Giveaway
Saturday 23rd of November 2024
Newquay Library

Celebrate National Tree Week with us, by picking up a free tree and planting it in your garden.

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Christmas, Live Music

ALMA Winter Arts Weekend: Organ Recital and Mulled Wine
Friday 29th of November 2024
St Michael’s Church Hall

To mark the start of the Winter Arts Weekend, we are thrilled to welcome organist Martin Palmer to Newquay for a special performance at St Michael’s.

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Christmas, Family, Outdoor

Newquay at Christmas: on the Killacourt
Friday 29th of November 2024
Killacourt

Newquay Town Council, Visit Newquay and Love Newquay presents... Newquay at Christmas!

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Art, Live Music, Workshops

ALMA Winter Arts Weekend: Moogie Wonderland Workshop
Saturday 30th of November 2024
St Michael's Church Hall

Learn how to make electronic music on modular synths and how to create visuals using live programming software.

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Live Music

ALMA Winter Arts Weekend: The New Eves and Daisy Rickman
Saturday 30th of November 2024
St Michael's Church

ALMA is honoured to present a special evening with live music from The New Eves and Daisy Rickman in St. Michael's Church in Newquay.

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Art, Workshops

ALMA Winter Arts Weekend: Community Flag Making Workshop
Saturday 30th of November 2024
St Michael's Church Hall

Join artist Amy Brock-Morgan for a fun and collaborative community flag making workshop as part of the ALMA Winter Arts Weekend.

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Art, Workshops

Andy Pearce x Headland: Saltwalls Gallery
Saturday 30th of November 2024
Saltwalls Gallery

As The Headland’s artist in residence during the Be Newquay Festival, Andy Pearce will be sketching and painting in various spaces around the hotel and on the beach throughout the month, and hosting

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Art, Workshops

Introduction to Jewellery – Rings
Saturday 30th of November 2024
Newquay Adult Education Centre

Handcraft and take home your own beautiful rings in this one-day workshop at the Newquay Adult Education Centre on Saturday 30th November from 10am – 3:30pm.

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Art, Workshops

Photography – Free Taster
Saturday 30th of November 2024
Newquay Adult Education Centre

This is a chance to have a short 3 hour taster in digital photography and discuss the course options available in a friendly, informal session.

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Outdoor

Nordic Spa Evenings
Saturday 2nd of November 2024 - Saturday 30th of November 2024
Saunassa, The Feel Good Building

Enjoy 1-hour sessions including a wood-fired sauna, wood-fired hot tubs, three different temperature cold baths.

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Outdoor

Nordic Spa Mornings
Saturday 2nd of November 2024 - Saturday 30th of November 2024
Saunassa, The Feel Good Building

Enjoy 1-hour sessions including a wood-fired sauna, wood-fired hot tubs, three different temperature cold baths.

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Art, Family, Workshops

ALMA Winter Arts Weekend: Free Family Drop-in
Saturday 30th of November 2024
St Michael's Church Hall

During the first full day of ALMA’s Winter Arts Weekend, there will be drop-in creative sessions for kids, young people & families:

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Art, Family, Talks

ALMA Winter Arts Weekend: Opening Ceremony Story Telling with Recalling Fire
Saturday 30th of November 2024
St Michael’s Church Hall

To mark the first full day of the Winter Arts Weekend, join Sam and Alex of Recalling Fire and wander along the byways of the “otherworld” as seen by Newquay’s ancient forebears.

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Art, Outdoor

MUQY: Street Art Murals
Friday 1st of November 2024 - Sunday 1st of December 2024
Multiple sites across Newquay Town Centre

MUQY, brought to you by Slapdash Studio, features renowned artists Kleiner Shames, Elle Koziupa, and 45 RPM, each bringing their distinct style to the town centre.

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Art, Live Music, Workshops

ALMA Winter Arts Weekend: Full Programme
Friday 29th of November 2024 - Sunday 1st of December 2024
Newquay Town Centre

Curated by ALMA Artspace, this multi-platform arts festival will connect you to Newquay’s landscape, history and heritage through a vibrant programme of exhibitions, installations, walks, talks and workshops.

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Art

ALMA Winter Arts Weekend: Art Installation by Leila Galloway
Saturday 30th of November 2024 - Sunday 1st of December 2024
The Fly Cellars

Hebaska is the Cornish word for calm and new work that will transform the Fly Loft, a cavernous space previously used for storing pilchards, above Newquay Harbour.

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Art

ALMA Winter Arts Weekend: Monolith Celebrations with Stone Club
Sunday 1st of December 2024
St Michael's Church

ALMA and Stone Club invite you to a curated day of celebration, music and conversation as we explore The Newquay Monoliths.

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Art, Workshops

ALMA Winter Arts Weekend: Seaweed Pressing with The Seaweed Institute
Sunday 1st of December 2024
WI Hall

Join us to learn the craft of seaweed pressing - a Victorian practice that captures the underwater beauty of seaweeds.

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Art

ALMA Winter Arts Weekend: Tom Sewell Works on Paper
Friday 25th of October 2024 - Friday 13th of December 2024
Newquay Orchard Heart & Soul Café

Collage, Prints and Cyanotypes

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