1Newquay food festival
Go full-on for flavour, with fire-cooking, Afro-Caribbean beats and artisan bites on the green by the sea.
2.5 milesSun 12 Jul
Top Picks
Rainy Day Picks This Weekend
11–12 July Near Colan
Not every listing gets a golden ticket
We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.
Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Colan, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.
Our 10 picks near Colan
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2Gals & Pals D&D: Pyramid Palooza
at Piranha Cafe
Whoever thought letting adventurers have a bag of magic beans needs a stern talking to. The bag was thrown and now you’re mysteriously inside a pyramid with no visible way out! Evade traps, fight ancient monsters, and try not to get cursed as you and your party battle your way to safety! This is a D&D 2024 one shot for level 10 adventurers. You do not need any previous D&D experience to come along but please check out our socials (@gals_nd_pals) and discord for help with character creation. Join professional GM, Steph, for an evening of D&D in a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment. What you’ll need: a level 10 character Dice Pen or pencil and paper
10.5 milesSat 11 Jul
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3COLDPLACE - World's leading tribute to COLDPLAY
Coldplace – The World’s Leading Tribute to Coldplay is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the music of one of the most successful bands of all time. The only tribute to have worked for Coldplay, this outstanding band leads you through all your favourite Coldplay hits from the last 20+ years including Yellow, Paradise and A Sky full of Stars, right through to Higher Power and My Universe from their latest album, Music of the Spheres. This world class show faithfully recreates the magic of Coldplay’s record breaking live tours – featuring lasers, confetti, video screen and the Xyloband LED wristbands that have become synonymous with Coldplay concerts, and truly make the audience part of the show! Featuring all of Coldplay’s biggest hits including: Yellow Paradise A Sky Full of Stars Higher Power My Universe Hymn for The Weekend The Scientist Viva La Vida Fix You and many many more classic hits!
10.6 milesSat 11 Jul
4Nerikomi: Patchwork Coloured Clay | Afternoon Workshop
at Clay Trap
11 July 2026 1:30 – 4:30pm £70.00 In stock A one-off session exploring using coloured clay to make patterns and playful surfaces within the clay body. Attendees will form simple shapes from a variety of coloured clays and use these to make slabs from which simple forms such as dishes and bowls will be made. We will make two geometric patterns and our final piece will be a chance to play with the methods learnt. After the workshop we will finish the works and then glaze pieces with our transparent glaze. Each attendee will make up to three pieces. For 18 years and over. What to bring? All tools and materials will be provided. Wearing old clothes that can get mucky is advisable and please bring an apron. Collection: Ceramic work will be ready 6 weeks after the final workshop to allow time for pieces to be dried, fired, and glazed. Pots can be collected from the studio at CAST during Open Access Sessions on Monday and Thursday evenings 5:30pm – 8:30pm and Friday afternoons 1:30pm – 4:30pm. Minimum attendees 4. If we do not reach this number we may need to cancel the class, in which case you will be notified and refunded three weeks before the start date.
24.5 milesSat 11 Jul£70.00
5Nerikomi: Patchwork Coloured Clay
at Clay Trap
11 July 2026 1:30 – 4:30pm £70.00 In stock A one-off session exploring using coloured clay to make patterns and playful surfaces within the clay body. Attendees will form simple shapes from a variety of coloured clays and use these to make slabs from which simple forms such as dishes and bowls will be made. We will make two geometric patterns and our final piece will be a chance to play with the methods learnt. After the workshop we will finish the works and then glaze pieces with our transparent glaze. Each attendee will make up to three pieces. For 18 years and over. What to bring? All tools and materials will be provided. Wearing old clothes that can get mucky is advisable and please bring an apron. Collection: Ceramic work will be ready 6 weeks after the final workshop to allow time for pieces to be dried, fired, and glazed. Pots can be collected from the studio at CAST during Open Access Sessions on Monday and Thursday evenings 5:30pm – 8:30pm and Friday afternoons 1:30pm – 4:30pm. Minimum attendees 4. If we do not reach this number we may need to cancel the class, in which case you will be notified and refunded three weeks before the start date.
24.5 milesSat 11 Jul£70.00
6A James Bond Concert Spectacular
JOIN US Members book first, at the best price. Join now from £35. Not a Hall for Cornwall member yet? As a charity, we’re here for Cornwall’s audiences to discover all the arts can be. By becoming a member you’ll be supporting our work with young people and the community. You’ll also get member benefits such as priority booking access, discounts, exclusive events and more. Join today, and make our stage yours. Join as a member now
10.6 milesSat 11 Jul20:30£35.
7Eden Sessions concert: The Maccabees
at The Core
Experience indie rock icons The Maccabees at the Eden Project in Cornwall on Saturday 11 July 2026. With doors opening from 3pm, this unforgettable Session will see one of the defining bands of the 2000s indie explosion joined by five very special guests: Everything Everything, Tom A. Smith, Tummyache, The Velvet Hands and Matilda Finn Francis.
12 milesSat 11 Jul
8Eden Sessions concert: Mika
at The Core
Get ready for a night of pure, unfiltered joy! Global pop superstar, Mika, returns to the Eden Sessions on Sunday 12 July 2026, for an unmissable evening of chart-topping energy. MEEK will bring her anthemic signature tune to Cornwall before Mika takes to the stage, setting the tone for an unforgettable night.
12 milesSun 12 Jul
9Tresanton Classics
This is the sixth year of the Tresanton Classics regatta, which is hosted by St Mawes Sailing Club. The regatta celebrates the iconic design of Tresanton’s magnificent 8-metre classic yacht Pinuccia. The winner of each class will receive a £100 voucher and a bottle of Champagne courtesy of Hotel Tresanton. The event is suppoted by Mr Scorse, Riggers UK, Penrose Sails, SKB Sails and Colins Sailmakers. Proceeds support Roseland Youth Sailing Trust.
17.6 milesSun 12 Jul£100
10Free! (worth double-checking)Duke Street Blues! the best of Classic Harmonica lead Blues -FREE ENTRY
at The Beat
Performing the classics of the Blues Genre! this fantastic 5 piece band must be the best blues band on the circuit! guaranteed to get you dancing
13 milesSat 11 Jul
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