What’s On
Events for 2020 near Porth
Events and festivals in Cornwall often reflect the deep heritage of the county and its Celtic roots. Taking place throughout the year, they usually combine all the elements the Cornish are so good at – great food, live music and art, often in the form of a giant puppet or two!
The following information was correct prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please contact individual organisations for their programmes and guidelines.
January
Ice Skating at the Eden Project
All month
Winter ice rink at the Eden Project. Usual entrance plus skating fee.
February
Ice Skating at Eden
Until 23 February 2020
Winter ice rink at the Eden Project. Usual entrance plus skating fee.
Hurling
2020 date tbc (usually Shrove Tuesday)
The traditional street sport of hurling a silver ball takes places in St Columb, Newquay. 4.30 – 8pm.
World Pasty Championships
29 February 2020
Annual competition at the Eden Project.
March
St Piran’s Day Celebrations
5 March 2020
Celebrations for Cornwall’s patron Saint at Perranporth from 1.30pm.
April
Easter Activities at Eden
2020 dates tbc
Egg hunts and Easter fun at the Eden Project.
Surfaced Pro 2020
18 – 20 April 2020
Event at Watergate Bay.
May
May Day in Padstow
1 May 2020
Otherwise known as Obby ‘Oss day. Join the locals as they decorate the streets in readiness for two ‘osses (people in horse costumes) race through the streets.
St Agnes Bolster Festival
9 May 2020
A great family event with a lantern procession, bonfire and BBQ. Giant Bolster street theatre, drums, and Pageant too!
Fowey Festival of Arts & Literature
8 – 16 May 2020
Meet authors, take part in workshops and talks.
June
Royal Cornwall Show
4 – 6 June 2020
Head to the showground at Wadebridge for the best of Cornwall’s agriculture, food and entertainment.
Legend of the Bay
6 – 7 June 2020
SUP and Kite Surfing event at Watergate Bay.
July
Newquay Carnival
2020 date tbc
Starts at 6pm.
Rock Oyster Festival
2020 date tbc
Enjoy local oysters and entertainment at Rock.
Lusty Glaze Sundowner Sessions
17 July 2020
Ibiza Club Classics mark the start of the summer sundowner sessions.
August
Boardmasters
5 – 9 August 2020
Newquay’s surf, skate and music festival.
Rip Curl Grom Search
15 – 18 August 2020
Surf competition at Watergate Bay.
September
Newquay Fish Festival
18 – 20 September 2020
Entertainment, chef demos and plenty of fish at the harbour.
Speed Hill Climb
19 – 20 September 2020
Event at Watergate Bay.
September cont.
British SUP Championships
26 – 27 September 2020
Stand Up Paddle boarding event at Watergate Bay.
October
Halloweden
2020 dates tbc
Spooky half term activities at the Eden Project.
November
Truro City of Lights
2020 date tbc
Spectacular festive event in Truro.
November cont.
Cathedral City Christmas Market
2020 date tbc
Food, drink, arts & crafts in Truro.
December
Padstow Christmas Festival
3 – 6 December 2020
Get in the festive spirit and visit Padstow. Parades, fun events, chef demos and fireworks.
