Bideford Events, Festivals and Workshops

Explore the events, workshops and festivals happening in Bideford. There is a huge variety of events from food festivals to live music events and from craft fairs to art exhibitions. You can filter your search by date, or why not check out :


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LGBTQIA+ Make A Racket Festival

15 June 2024 14:00–17:00

LGBTQIA+ Make A Racket Festival celebrates Pride Month and welcomes LGBTQIA+ people and allies from across Devon to join us for a fabulous afternoon of activities at ARC.

This is a perfect opportunity for people to come together in a fun, safe, supportive and welcoming environment, and to experience and enjoy racquet sports and fitness in a friendly atmosphere amongst likeminded people.

Our Make A Racket Festival will take place on Saturday 15th June from 2pm-5pm, and is open to all - no previous racquet sports experience is required!

Bideford Water Festival & Cardboard Regatta 2024

16 June 2024 10:00–16:00

One Day Bideford Water Festival with Cardboard Boats! 

  • This year's theme is VIKINGS!
  • Sunday 16th June - yes its Father's Day!
  • Bideford Water Festival and Cardboard Boat Regatta includes Gig racing - A paddleboard challenge all in cardboard boats!
  • Morris dancing, sea shanty singing and live music on the quayside
  • Games, stalls, food and drinks for all tastes

Yes really this is Cardboard Boats racing in the Torridge! It is a fabulous free-to-watch community event