What's on in Cornwall
Titanic Stories
8 March 2018 to 7 January 2019
The National Maritime Museum, Falmouth, RT11 3QY
A major new exhibition, examines the stories of the Titanic’s sinking in 1912, reappraising many of the myths, controversies and assumptions that still linger around one of the most well-known historic events of the 20th Century.
Borlase Smart: A Passion for the Sea
15 September to 17 November 2018
Penlee House Gallery & Museum, Marrab Road, Penzance, TR18 4HE
A new exhibition which features over 70 works by the popular St Ives artist, Robert Borlase Smart (1881 – 1947). Borlase Smart settled in St Ives after the First World War and his contribution to its artistic community made a lasting impression.
Events at East Pool Mine
3 & 10 October 2018
Pool, Redruth, TR15 3NP
On two dates in October join local mining expert Kingsley Rickard for a specialised tour in the local area, visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk for further info. East Pool Mine also has other events on throughout the year.
Falmouth Beer Festival
4 October to 6 October 2018
Events Square, Falmouth, TR11 5ST
Falmouth’s Annual Beer Festival is being held this year in Events Square outside the Maritime Museum. Experience a broad range of 240 local and national ales, real lagers, real ciders – it’s one of the largest beer festivals in the South West.
North Cornwall Book Festival
4 October to 7 October 2018
St Endellion, PL29 3TP
This festival is in its 6th year & brings together local, national and international authors for talks, conversations, workshops and interviews for 2 entertaining & inspiring days. A literary festival for readers of all ages and tastes, in the magical setting of St. Endellion. Email for tickets at
Falmouth Oyster Festival
11 October 2018 to 14 October
Events Square, Discovery Quay, Falmouth TR11 3QY
Packed with cookery demonstrations by leading local chefs, oysters, seafood, wine & local ale along with amazing Cornish produce.
Mid-Century & Vintage Fair
13 October 2018 to 14 October 2018
Bethruthan Steps Hotel, Trenance, Mawgan Porth, Newquay, TR8 4BU
A Vintage Fair with 50 stalls of fashion, home wares, furniture & lighting, antiques, collectables & vintage inspired crafts & design – something for everyone.
Halloweden – Magical Beasts & Mythical Creatures
20 October to 4 November 2018
Eden Project, Bodelva, St Austell, PL24 2SG
Eden invites you into a beautiful & mysterious world full of magical Beasts & mythical creatures – you never know who you might encounter?
Halloween at Camel Creek
20 October to 28 October 2018
Camel Creek Adventure Park, Tredinnick, Nr Wadebridge, PL27 7RA
Camel Creek turns creepy this Halloween! Bursting with ghoulish events & packed with treats. So treat yourself with a day out with the family.
Tate Create
20 October to 28 October 2018
Tate St Ives, Porthmeor Beach, St Ives, TR26 1TG
Half Term Fun! Create a life-size figure, tattoo it with artworks inspired by the Exhibition & get your own arty tattoo to take away!
Nashashibi/Skaer
20 October to 6 January 2019
Tate St Ives, Porthmeor Beach, St Ives, TR26 1TG
Travel to Gauguin’s Tahiti & beyond through the work of 2 British artists at Tate St Ives this winter.
Flambards Tricks & Treats Firework Spectacular
24 October 2018
Flambards, Codgey Lane, Helson, TR13 OQA
There are spooky & sparkling thrills at Flambards this half term. The theme park is staging a Halloween tricks & treats Firework Spectacular.
Night Surf at Newquay’s Fistral Beach
26 October to 27 October 2018
On the Beach, Fistral, Newquay, TR7 1HY
When the sun sets, a group of intrepid international surfers will be entering the water to ride waves in the darkness for this night time surfing event.
Halloween Masked Ball
27 October 2018
Flambards, Codgey Lane, Helson, TR13 OQA
The Halloween Masked Ball has become 1 of the largest parties in Europe. Running from 6pm – 6am.
Little Monsters’ Ball at Eden Project
27 October 2018
Eden Project, Bodelva, St Austell, PL24 2SG
Calling all little monsters, don’t miss the Halloween extravaganza, get your fancy dress on & have an evening of fantastic fun.
Lowender Peran Festival
1 November to 4 November 2018
Hotel Bristol, Narrowcliff, Newquay, TR7 2PQ
An annual 5 day event celebrating the heritage of Cornwall’s traditional music, dance, songs & storytelling. For further info: 01872 553413
An Evening on board the RMS Titanic
8 November 2018
Greenbank Hotel, Harbourside, Falmouth, TR11 2SR
Travel back to 1912 on board the Ship of Dreams 7pm to midnight. For further info:
Bude Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival
9 November to 11 November 2018
Penstowe Park Holiday Village, Penstowe Rd, Kilkhampton, Bude, EX23 9QY
With one of the biggest line up’s since the festival’s inception with artists from the UK & around the world. For further info: 01472 349222
The Cornish Winter Fair
17 November 2018
Royal Cornwall Show Ground, Wadebridge, PL27 7JE
Cornish Winter Fair is a free event held under cover in the Exhibition Halls at the Show Ground. It’s a celebration of all things farming & food.
St Ives Shanty Shout Weekend
23 November to 24 November 2018
St Ives - Various locations in the town
A weekend of sea shanty singing, from some of the best groups in the land. Entry to all venues is free. www.stivesshantyshout.co.uk
Newquay Community Christmas Market
30 November to 2 December 2018
Newquay Town – various locations. For further info call 01637 838516
Newquay Town Council invites everyone to come & enjoy festive fun in Newquay. Expect food, music & stalls all day on 1st December.
Newquay Lantern Parade & Christmas Light Switch on 2018
30 November 2018
Newquay Town
The parade begins from Cliff Road at 6.30 pm heading down towards Fore Street where they stop at the bottom of Marcus Hill for the light switch on.
Spectacular Fireworks at Newquay Harbour
30 November 2018
Newquay Harbour
Firework display at 8.30pm. For further info call 01637 838516