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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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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Art, Workshops

Gemma Lessinger | Coastal Connections & Driftwood Workshop
Saturday 2nd of November 2024
The Esplanade Hotel Newquay

Join Gemma at The Esplanade Hotel, from there (weather permitting) we will head down to the beach in front of the hotel for a beach clean, sponsored by Waterhaul.

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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

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, 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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