What’s On

Exhibitions, performances and more.

From 08/01/2026 – 01/10/2026
11:00 am

Onwards & Upwards Tour

Explore Exeter Cathedral at ground level to discover its finest medieval features before heading upwards into its fascinating roof space.
From 07/03/2026 – 23/10/2026
11:15 am

Roof Tour

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.
From 13/05/2026 – 29/07/2026
10:30 am

Bishop’s Garden & Cathedral Tour

Learn about the Palace itself – the oldest inhabited building in the city and still the private home of the Bishop of Exeter, whilst discovering how the garden has been adapted and used over centuries.
30/06/2026
5:30 pm

Exeter Cathedral School Thanksgiving Evensong

To mark its closing at the end of the 2026 academic year, Exeter Cathedral School is hosting a special thanksgiving Evensong which will be followed by refreshments in the Crossing.
02/07/2026
7:00 pm

Organ Recital: Willeke Smits (Hooglandse Kerk, Leiden)

Organist, Willeke Smits, will be performing a delightful seasonal concert as part of our Summer Concert Series, celebrating exceptional organ music in one of the country’s most atmospheric and historic sacred spaces.
03/07/2026
7:30 pm

The Music of Bowie By Candlelight

We are delighted to bring you Bowie by Candlelight, featuring ‘David Live’ The David Bowie Tribute Show.
04/07/2026
7:30 pm

The Music of Coldplay By Candlelight

Calling all Coldplay fans – the Music Of Coldplay By Candlelight is coming to Exeter Cathedral.
05/07/2026
10:00 am

Farewell Eucharist and Hog Roast for The Dean

Join us for a special farewell Eucharist for The Dean in the Nave followed by a delicious hog roast.
05/07/2026
4:00 pm

Farewell Evensong and Drinks Reception for The Dean

Join us for a special farewell Evensong and drinks reception for The Dean in the Nave.
09/07/2026
1:00 pm

Library & Archives In Focus: Through the Frontispiece

Step through the frontispiece, and discover how a single image can open the door to an entire narrative.
11/07/2026
7:30 pm

Exeter Festival Chorus: Monteverdi Vespers of 1610

Enjoy the monumental masterpiece of Monteverdi’s Vespers of 1610 in Exeter Cathedral this July.
16/07/2026
7:00 pm

Organ Recital: Timothy Noon

Listen to our Director of Music performing a collection of works from a 1970 LP that first inspired him to take up the organ forty years ago.