Royal Cornwall Show (4–6 June)
Running for over 230 years, the Royal Cornwall Show is one of the county's most beloved annual gatherings — a proud celebration of agriculture, community, and Cornish culture that attracts up to 120,000 visitors each year. Expect top-class livestock competitions, an impressive food and drink offering, live music, and family entertainment across three days at the Royal Cornwall Events Centre in Wadebridge.
Tunes in the Dunes (5–7 June)
Cornwall's most exciting beach music festival returns to the stunning sands of Perranporth Beach, promising a spectacular weekend of live music, sunshine, and sand between your toes. Headlining this year are indie favourites The Wombats, legendary Scottish duo The Proclaimers, and dance icons Basement Jaxx (DJ set), alongside standout performances from Ministry of Sound Classical, Sigala, and Professor Green.
Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival (12–14 June)
Each year, more than eighty shanty crews from across the UK and around the world come together in Falmouth to celebrate maritime heritage through music — from the bustling harbourside stages to the intimate pubs and bars, filling every corner of the town with the rhythms and harmonies of the sea. Entry is entirely free, and the festival runs alongside the Falmouth Classics sailing regatta, making for one of the most atmospheric weekends in the Cornish calendar.
The Eden Session (late June)
Alt-rock giants Pixies take to the stage on Friday 26 June as part of the UK leg of their Pixies 40 world tour, celebrating four decades of iconic music in front of the Eden Project's extraordinary Biomes. Earlier in the month, Wolf Alice open the Sessions on 16 June and Snow Patrol perform on 18 June — each show an unmissable night in one of the world's most extraordinary outdoor venues.
Golowan Festival (19–28 June)
Golowan Festival is Penzance's vibrant ten-day celebration of Cornish culture, creativity, and community, transforming the town each June into a colourful hub of music, art, and midsummer magic, rooted in the revived Feast of St John and now one of the South West's most loved festivals. The highlight is Mazey Day on the final Saturday, when the town centre closes to traffic and becomes a massive street party. Expect giant puppets, samba bands, open-air stages, and thousands of people filling the streets.
Powderham Concerts (25–28 June)
TK Maxx presents Live at Powderham returns for 2026, bringing world-class live music to the spectacular grounds of Powderham Castle just outside Exeter. Soul powerhouse Teddy Swims opens the festival on Thursday, followed by iconic singer-songwriter Alanis Morissette on Friday, with Lewis Capaldi headlining both Saturday and Sunday. Set within the castle's historic parkland overlooking the Exe Estuary, this is an open-air concert experience with a genuinely special sense of occasion.
Darts Farm Summer Festival (12–14 June)
Darts Farm is celebrating 55 years with a three-day Summer Festival, with long-table open-fire feasts hosted by The Farm Table, Mark Hix, and Ben Tonks of The Seahorse in Dartmouth, alongside a vibrant line-up of live music from local favourites. A pop-up wood-fired sauna, cold plunge, and wellness experiences round out what promises to be the farm's biggest birthday party yet.
Craft Festival Bovey Tracey (12–14 June)
One of the UK's finest celebrations of contemporary craft, the award-winning, not-for-profit Craft Festival has welcomed over 160,000 visitors to Bovey Tracey since launching in 2004, contributing at least £25 million to the local economy. For 2026, around 200 exceptional designer makers are on show at Mill Marsh Park on the edge of Dartmoor, alongside workshops, craft demonstrations, a talks programme, and a children's craft tent — all set within one of Devon's most beautiful green spaces.
The Gruffalo at Exeter Northcott Theatre (26–28 June)
Tall Stories' magical, musical adaptation of the classic Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler picture book is celebrating 25 years on stage in 2026 — following Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood, with songs, laughs, and monstrous fun for children aged three and up. A wonderful introduction to live theatre for little ones, and a genuinely lovely afternoon out for grown-ups who know every word already.
FAQs: What's On In Devon & Cornwall In June?
What are the best events in Devon and Cornwall this June?
Highlights include the Royal Cornwall Show, Tunes in the Dunes, Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival, Golowan Festival, Craft Festival Bovey Tracey and the Eden Sessions.
Are there any free events in Cornwall this June?
Yes. Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival is free to attend, with performances across the town.
What are the best family-friendly events?
The Gruffalo at Exeter Northcott Theatre is ideal for young children, while the Royal Cornwall Show and Craft Festival Bovey Tracey both offer plenty for families.
Which music festivals are happening in Cornwall and Devon this June?
Tunes in the Dunes, the Eden Sessions and Live at Powderham all bring major live music to the South West this month.
What should I book ahead for?
Book early for Eden Sessions, Powderham Concerts, Darts Farm Summer Festival feasts and The Gruffalo, as ticketed events are likely to sell quickly.
