What’s On

Exhibitions, performances and more.

From 12/11/2025 – 25/02/2026
2:30 pm

A Study Course on the Gospel of Matthew with the Revd Canon Professor Richard A. Burridge

Join Revd Canon Professor Richard A. Burridge to explore the Gospel of Matthew – the set text for the gospel readings on Sundays from Advent 2025 to 2026.
From 20/11/2025 – 19/12/2025
9:00 am

Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market

Nestled in the historic heart of Exeter, the Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market returns – bigger, brighter and more magical than ever.
From 30/11/2025 – 14/12/2025
11:45 am

Advent Series 2025 by the Revd Professor Christopher Bryan

Join us for this three-session Advent Series to explore, The Meaning of Advent, the Four Last Things, and the Significance of Christmas.
From 01/12/2025 – 05/01/2026
9:00 am

The Art of Appreciation

Visit Exeter Cathedral this December for a Winter Community Exhibition inspired by themes of gratitude and thanks.
From 04/12/2025 – 20/12/2025
11:15 am

Roof Tours – December

Join a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour and visit the Cathedral’s roof voice, wander high above the nave, visit the Lead Room and Ringing Chamber and enjoy the best views of Exeter and beyond from the North Tower.
07/12/2025
2:00 pm

Handel’s Messiah with Exeter Cathedral Choir

The Exeter Cathedral Choir will be teaming up with early-music specialists Devon Baroque for a seasonal performance of Handel’s Messiah.
From 09/12/2025 – 13/12/2025
7:00 pm

Christmas with the Cathedral Choir

Enjoy a special performance of carols and festive favourites in the magnificent nave with Exeter Cathedral Choir.
12/12/2025
7:30 pm

LaLa Choir

LaLa Choir return to Exeter Cathedral for their annual festive concert and 10th anniversary.
14/12/2025
4:00 pm

The Exeter Nativity

Enjoy an entertaining retelling of the famous Christmas story.
From 16/12/2025 – 17/12/2025
7:30 pm

Exeter Philharmonic Choir: Carols in the Cathedral

Join Exeter Philharmonic Choir to celebrate Christmas at its ever-popular two nights of ‘Carols in the Cathedral’. As usual, the audience will play its vital part by joining in with familiar carols.
16/12/2025
1:00 pm

Lunchtime Carols

Take a break from shopping to enjoy a lunchtime carol concert in the festive setting of Exeter Cathedral.
18/12/2025
11:00 am

Onwards & Upwards Tours – December

Explore Exeter Cathedral at ground level to discover its finest medieval features before heading upwards into its fascinating roof space.