The Exeter Nativity

The Exeter Nativity Sunday 14 December | 4pm Enjoy an entertaining retelling of the famous Christmas story. Tickets: Please book your free ticket to attend – tickets coming soon.
Christingle Service

Christingle Service Wednesday 29 November | 4pm Get into the festive spirit with our Christingle service. We will be using the Christingle to tell the story of Jesus while the Exeter Cathedral Choir sing popular hymns. This service is well-suited to younger children and their families. No booking required.
Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market

Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market Thursday 20 November – Friday 19 December 2025 Make it a day out to remember. Nestled in the historic heart of Exeter, the Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market returns. Open from 10am Thursday 20 November – 9pm Friday 19 December 2025 — bigger, brighter and more magical than ever. Step into the […]
The Storytellers: A Sound & Light Experience by Luxmuralis

The Storytellers: A Sound & Light Experience by Luxmuralis Wednesday 7 January – Saturday 10 January 2026 Luxmuralis return to Exeter Cathedral with The Storytellers, a mesmerising light and sound installation that brings the rich history of storytelling to life. This immersive experience takes you on a journey through multiple spectacular sound and light artworks, […]
Exeter Independent Market

Exeter Independent Market Saturday 30 August | 11am-4pm | Exeter Cathedral Green Discover the best of Exeter and the South West at the Exeter Independent Market on Cathedral Green. Soak up the unique atmosphere of Cathedral Green with live music from local performers, while discovering a rich variety of our region’s finest makers and traders. […]
Family Friendly Summer Holiday Activities

Family Friendly Summer Holiday Activities 21 July – 2 September 2025 Activities available throughout summer 2025 Discover a range of family friendly activities at Exeter Cathedral, available this summer holiday between 21 July and 1 September, including: Explorer Backpacks Pick up a free explorer backpack to help you on your journey around the Cathedral. Each […]
Exeter Independent Market

Exeter Independent Market Saturday 26 July | 11am-4pm | Exeter Cathedral Green Discover the best of Exeter and the South West at the Exeter Independent Market on Cathedral Green. Soak up the unique atmosphere of Cathedral Green with live music from local performers, while discovering a rich variety of our region’s finest makers and traders. […]
From the Vow Made: Wax Carving Workshop

From the Vow Made: Wax Carving Workshop Wednesday 7 April 2025, drop in from 9:30am-4pm From The Vow Made will be a new artwork suspended in Exeter Cathedral, featuring 1,000 miniature wax sculptures made by 1,000 people. We need your help to create this exciting new sculptural installation! This is the final opportunity to create […]
Themes of the Sea – Family Half Term Fun

Themes of the Sea – Family Half Term Fun Monday 26 – Friday 30 May Join in with Family Fun Activities this May half term! Japanese Fish Kites Tuesday 27 May 12pm-2:30pm In Japan children celebrate festivals with koinobori (carp kites). The kites are a wellwish to offer all children the prosperity of the golden […]
RAF Exeter Town Show

RAF Exeter Town Show Friday 4 and Saturday 5 April, 9am-4:30pm Join us on Exeter Cathedral Green for the RAF Exeter Town Show – an action packed family event! Get ready, Exeter! The RAF is landing in the heart of the city for an unmissable weekend of adventure, excitement, and hands-on activities for all ages. […]