Exhibitions, performances and more.
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28/11/2026
11:00 am
Be a Chorister for a Day 2026
Be a Chorister for a Day is an experience for children aged 6-10 (school years 2-5) who love to sing.
From 29/11/2026 – 13/12/2026
12:00 am
Advent Series: The Lord’s Prayer – By Revd Professor Christopher Bryan
A fascinating two-session course on the timelessness of The Lord’s Prayer with The Revd Professor Christopher Bryan.
01/12/2026
7:30 pm
The Mediaeval Baebes – 30th Anniversary Tour
To celebrate three decades of ethereal music, haunting harmonies and genre-defying artistry, the ensemble will perform at Exeter Cathedral on Tuesday 1 December, as part of their special 30th Anniversary Tour.
02/12/2026
7:00 pm
Hospiscare: ‘Light up a Life’ Service
‘Light Up A Life’ is our annual celebration of the lives of lost loved ones.
04/12/2026
1:30 pm
Christmas By Candlelight
Join a spectacular cast of West End singers and incredible live band as they perform your favourite Christmas Hits inside Exeter Cathedral.
06/12/2026
2:30 pm
Handel’s Messiah with Exeter Cathedral Choir
The Exeter Cathedral Choir will be teaming up with early-music specialists Devon Baroque for a seasonal performance of Handel’s Messiah.
07/12/2026
2:00 pm
The Lord Mayor and Dean’s Carol Service
All are welcome to join us for the Lord Mayor and Dean’s 2026 Carol Service inside the magnificent setting of Exeter Cathedral, on Monday 7 December at 2pm.
From 08/12/2026 – 12/12/2026
7:00 pm
Christmas with the Cathedral Choir
Enjoy a special performance of carols and festive favourites in the magnificent nave with Exeter Cathedral Choir.
08/12/2026
1:00 pm
Library & Archives In Focus: Festive Selection Box (Free Drop-In Session)
Come and wrap up the year with our festive selection box – a tempting assortment of our favourite items from Exeter Cathedral’s Library & Archives.
13/12/2026
3:00 pm
The Exeter Nativity
Enjoy an entertaining retelling of the famous Christmas story inside the magnificent setting of Exeter Cathedral.
From 15/12/2026 – 16/12/2026
7:30 pm
Exeter Philharmonic Choir: Carols in the Cathedral
As Exeter Philharmonic Choir continues its 180th anniversary celebrations, join us for a festive musical journey with Carols in the Cathedral.
19/12/2026
5:30 pm
Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Enjoy Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight inside the magnificent setting of Exeter Cathedral.