Boardmasters
August
A beach-based surf and music festival, Boardmasters often attracts big names. Don't let the eight stages and presence of food and drink stalls make you miss the fantastic coastal views.
Henri Lloyd Falmouth Week
August
Typically over 450 yachts race over the eight days of the sailing regatta, while there’s plenty to keep you entertained on shore. Classic yachts start proceedings each year with the Falmouth Classics race.
Newquay Fish Festival
September
The fish industry is vital to the town and the Newquay Fish Festival celebrates this by putting on plenty for families to enjoy, from fish barbecues to real ale bars, cookery demonstrations to sandcastle competitions and further entertainment besides.
Cornwall Film Festival
November
Cornish films are at the forefront of over 100 premieres of locally made offerings at the festival, although international short films also feature. Newquay has hosted the event since 2011, but it actually began life in 2001.
Newquay's Christmas Music and Ale Festival
December
This festival couldn't describe itself any better, taking place over three days there’s plenty of live music in the marquee and a great range of ales. Guests can venture to local pubs to partake in an ale trail that allows the sampling of local beers.