WHAT’S ON IN PLYMOUTH
Spring / Summer events 2025
Plymouth Summer Sessions @ Plymouth Hoe
12 June 2025 - 15 June 2025
Thursday - Sunday 16:00 - 23:00
With a spectacular waterfront setting and home to the landmark Smeaton's Tower lighthouse, Plymouth Hoe will come alive with music as it welcomes fans back to Plymouth Summer Sessions in 2025. And if you stay with us at Fox On The Hoe you will be right in the middle of all the action!
Following the overwhelming success of last year’s inaugural event, which drew thousands of fans, this year’s lineup kicks off on Thursday with legendary British band James, supported by Razorlight, Jamie Webster and Tom A Smith. Followed by the electrifying Pendulum on Friday, The Corrs and Natalie Imbruglia on the Saturday, plus the beloved Snow Patrol closing the weekend on Sunday, with further names to still be announced.
James with Razorlight, Jamie Webster, Tom A.Smith - Thursday 12th June
Pendulum - Friday 13th June
The Corrs with Natalie Imbruglia - Saturday 14th June
Snow Patrol - Sunday 15th June
Theatre Royal & Plymouth Pavillion’s What’s On 2025 & 2026
Theatre Royal - Highlights 2025
Radio GaGa ,The ultimate Queen Tribute - 19th February
Man in the Mirror! Michael Jackson Tribute - 22nd February
Mary Poppins - 26th Feb to 29th March
Cinderella, Birmingham Royal Ballet - 9th to 12th April
Kinky Boots, The Musical - 22nd April to 26th April
That’ll be the day - 4th May
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - 6th May to 10th May
Bat out of Hell - 12th May to 17th May
Only Fools & Horses, The Musical - 19th May to 24th May
Quadrophenia, A MOD Ballet - 28th May to 1st June
Sophie Ellis-Bextor - 9th June
Little Women - 17th June to 21st June
Joseph & the amazing technicolour dream coat - 24th June to 28th June
TINA, The Tina Turner Musical - 1st July to 12th July
Calamity Jane - 15th to 19th July
Hamilton - 30th July to 6th September
The Lord of the Rings, A musical Tale - 4th October to 11th October
The Lion The Witch and the Wardrobe - 25th November to 29th November
Fawlty Towers - 1st December to 6th December
Dick Whittington, Pantomime - 12th December to the 10th January
Matilda The Musical - 13th January to 7th February 2026
Plymouth Pavilion's - Highlights 2025
Queen Extravaganza - Tuesday 4th February 2025
The Rock Orchestra - Tuesday 18th February 2025
Katherine Ryan - Saturday 1st March 2025
Mo Gilligan - Thursday 3rd April 2025
Thank you for the Music - ABBA Tribute - Friday 4th April 2025
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac - Saturday 5th April 2025
Jimmy Carr - Friday 11th April 2025
GABRIELLE - Wednesday 16th April
Olly Murs - Thursday 24th April
Guenther Steiner - Wednesday 4th June
John Bishop - Wednesday 1st to Thursday 2nd October
Graduation Dates
Plymouth University Graduation 2025
The Plymouth Uni graduation ceremonies will run throughout the day:
10 - 12 February 2025 – St Andrew’s Minster Church, Royal Parade, Plymouth
From 14 July 2025 – Guildhall, Royal Parade, Plymouth
From 8 December 2025 – Guildhall, Royal Parade, Plymouth
British Firework Championships
The beloved British Firework Championships are set to illuminate the skies above Plymouth Sound once again! Mark your calendars for August 2025, when six top pyrotechnic companies will battle it out, each putting on an extra special ten-minute display guaranteed to leave you awestruck.
BOOK A SEAVIEW APARTMENT FOR THE BEST VIEWS IN PLYMOUTH! STEP OUT ONTO PLYMOUTH HOE AND IMMERSE INTO THE ATMOSPHERE AND FUN.
Here’s what you can expect during this spectacular event:
Location: Plymouth Hoe, a prime spot overlooking the water.
Competitors: Six top pyrotechnic companies, including Smart Pyrotechnics, Sky Rascal Fireworks, Pyrotex Fireworks, Anytime Fireworks, and Celestial Firework Displays.
Experience: Prepare to be mesmerized by stunning displays set against the backdrop of Plymouth Sound.
And guess what? It’s all free to watch! So gather your family, enjoy live music, hop on fairground rides, and explore the refreshment stalls while witnessing this unforgettable fireworks extravaganza. 🎆🌟
13 August 2025 - 14 August 2025