Exhibitions, performances and more.
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26/11/2026
2:00 pm
Art of the Book: The Anatomy of Books
Explore remarkable early printed books in the Cathedral Library to discover clues to how books were printed, sewn and bound in the hand-press period.
27/11/2026
7:30 pm
The Music of Whitney Houston by Candlelight
Enjoy the best of Whitney Houston at this candlelit concert performed live inside the beautiful Exeter Cathedral.
28/11/2026
4:00 pm
Christingle Service 2026
Join us for a wonderful Christingle service, perfect for families with young children, to tell the story of Jesus set to popular hymns sung by Exeter Cathedral Choir.
28/11/2026
10:45 am
Be a Chorister for a Day 2026
Be a Chorister for a Day is an experience for children aged 6-10 (school years 2-5) who love to sing.
From 29/11/2026 – 13/12/2026
12:00 am
Advent Series: The Lord’s Prayer – By Revd Professor Christopher Bryan
A fascinating two-session course on the timelessness of The Lord’s Prayer with The Revd Professor Christopher Bryan.
29/11/2026
6:00 pm
The Advent Procession
Enjoy this atmospheric service as the Exeter Cathedral Choir take lead in singing advent carols and anthems.
01/12/2026
7:30 pm
The Mediaeval Baebes – 30th Anniversary Tour
To celebrate three decades of ethereal music, haunting harmonies and genre-defying artistry, the ensemble will perform at Exeter Cathedral on Tuesday 1 December, as part of their special 30th Anniversary Tour.
02/12/2026
7:00 pm
Hospiscare: ‘Light up a Life’ Service
‘Light Up A Life’ is our annual celebration of the lives of lost loved ones.
04/12/2026
1:30 pm
Christmas By Candlelight
Join a spectacular cast of West End singers and incredible live band as they perform your favourite Christmas Hits inside Exeter Cathedral.
05/12/2026
6:45 pm
West End Anthems at Exeter Cathedral
Enjoy a spectacular evening of musical theatre as Devon Musical Theatre Choirs’ Exeter and Torquay choirs come together, bringing more than 100 singers to the magnificent setting of Exeter Cathedral!
06/12/2026
2:30 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.
07/12/2026
2:00 pm
The Lord Mayor and Dean’s Carol Service
All are welcome to join us for the Lord Mayor and Dean’s 2026 Carol Service inside the magnificent setting of Exeter Cathedral, on Monday 7 December at 2pm.