Events in Exeter From 27th April – 3rd May 2026

This week’s cultural events across Exeter include stand-up comedy at Northcott Theatre and live music at Bomba Exeter. A new show by comedian Clinton Baptiste runs on Thursday evening, offering sharp, topical material from a local perspective. Regular acoustic sets take place on Thursday nights near the River Exe, with jazz concerts hosted in dedicated spaces close to St David’s Church.

These events happen within a city shaped by centuries of history, Roman walls still visible along Fore Street, and medieval structures anchoring civic life today. The current rhythm of performances supports ongoing creative exchange beyond seasonal festivals. Larger productions are staged at the Exeter Phoenix Theatre, while live music reaches wider audiences through venues like St James Park and Sandy Park Stadium.

Evening entertainment is moderate in intensity, focused on sustained engagement rather than spectacle, and aligns with local transport patterns including rail services from Exeter St Davids, M5 motorway access via park-and-ride sites, and footpaths along the river corridor. Family-friendly options are available through interactive arts sessions at city centres or library spaces during weekday afternoons.

Check listings below for precise times, locations, and accessibility details.