24th April: Newquay Lions Easter Egg Hunt

Towan Beach is the place to find hidden Easter Eggs on Saturday 24th April. Join Newquay Lions Club to find these hidden gems. Why not wear your Easter Bonnet. Family Fun is the order of the day with lots of fun competitions suitable for the whole family. Please contact Newquay Lions Club for more details.

Venue: Towan Beach, Newquay
Date: Saturday 24th April 2011

30 April 2011: English National Surfing Championships

One of Europe's oldest (and with over 300 entrants, largest) surfing competitions, the English Nationals returns to Watergate Bay for an eighth year. Pro surfers will be strutting and preening to win national titles in 24 divisions, which range from the prestigious (Open) to the obscure (Kneeboard, Stand-Up Paddlesurf).

7th May – 8th May: Zapcat Racing Championship

Round One and Two of the 2011 Zapcat Racing Championship takes place on Fistral Beach on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th May. Come along and witness these super-powered, twin-hulled catamarans leap and twist out of the water. Two full days of Zapcat Racing. A great family spectacle!

Event: Zapcat Racing Championship Rounds 1 & 2
Date: Staurday 7th May &  Sunday 8th May 2011
Venue: Fistral Beach

8th May: Trevornick 10 Mile Race

Newquay Road Runners stage the Trevornick 10 Mile Race at Cubert on Sunday 8th May 2011. Starting at 11.30am the race will take in the stunning coastal areas of Trevornick, Cubert Common, West Pentire Headland and Polly Joke. Come along to watch or even take part! Car parking, changing facilities and registration take place at Trevornick Holiday Park. For more details contact Newquay Road Runners.

Date: Sunday 8th May 2011
Start: 11.30am. Venue: Trevornick Holiday Park

27th May – 30th May: Run to the Sun 2011

Run to the Sun held it's first event way back in 1987 and has grown into one of the largest Custom Car, VW and dance festivals in Europe since its conception. Run to the Sun is a 3 day event spread over 2 sites in Newquay;
Trevelgue Holiday Park which is the main event site and the Show 'n' Shine competition is on Sunday 29th May (venue to be confirmed). 3 nights of live entertainment complete with DJ's, visual performers and laser shows. 5 different Arena's provide venues for live bands, music, stand-up comedy, chilled-out tunes, acoustic sessions and even a Morph Tent! Camping is available for this event contact Trevelgue on 01637 851851.

Venue: Trevelgue Holiday Park, Porth, Newquay, TR8 4AS
Contact: Kelly, Events Manager
Tel: 01637 851851

28 May 2011: Lusty Glaze Night Surf

Legendary rockers REEF will be headlining this incredible event, which includes Carve Surf Magazines flying fish retro surf contest, which will be running throughout the day, till the sun goes down - hog roasts, BBQs, tipis and other bands TBA. Watch the pro surfers tear it up whilst rocking out to REEF with a cold drink and toes between the sand.

5th June: Newquay Mayor's Civic Parade

The Mayor of Newquay will be supported by local councillors and organisations for this Civic Parade through the Town Centre on Sunday 5th June 2011. Newquay Band will be providing musical support and the parade will conclude with a service at St. Michael's Church. Everyone is invited to come along and cheer on this special day.

Venue: Newquay Town Centre and St. Michael's Church, Newquay
Date: Sunday 5th June 2011

 

9th June – 11th June: Royal Cornwall Show, WADEBRIDGE

The Showground at Wadebridge hosts The Royal Cornwall Show on Thursday 9th June until Saturday 11th June 2011. The years agricultural show promises to be better than ever, please click here for more details.

Venue: Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge
Date: 9th-11th June 2011. Tel: 01208 812183

25th June: All That Glitters Charity Summer Ball at The Esplanade Hotel

In aid of Cornish based charity, Shelterbox this Charity Ball is a fantastic way to celebrate the start of summer whilst helping to raise money for a very worthwhile charity.

Venue: The Esplanade Hotel
Date: 25th June 2011
Tel: 01637 873333



 

25th June: Midsummer Classic

World class longboard surfers will be on display during this event. According to the British Longboard Union (BLU)’s secretary Vic Danks, the growth in popularity of the sport is down in part to the success of British longboarders on the world stage. Surfers will compete in six divisions this year. In addition to the Open, Women, Junior (under 18) and Masters, there are new divisions for Under 16 Boys and Under 16 Girls - both of which have been heavily subscribed in the two previous events this year.

2nd – 3rd July: Newquay Surf Sevens Rugby Competition

Everyone is welcome to come and watch the Newquay Surf Sevens Rugby Competition. Held over two days with teams represented from all over the country take part in this exciting sport. Click here for more details
Venue: Tretherras School and Newquay Sports Centre
Date: Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd July 2011. Website: www.newquaysurf7s.co.uk

3rd July: Newquay Grand Carnival Parade 2011

This years theme for Newquay Carnival 2011 is "Rock 'n' Roll".
The carnival starts at Tregunnel Car Park at 7pm (Registration before 5.50pm). Parade walkers can join the Carnival at Sainsbury's car park  at 7:20pm. The Carnival will then parade through the centre of Newquay, ending at Chester Road Market. The float judging will take place at Tregunnel car park at about 6:15pm and the walkers will be judged at 6:30pm at Sainsbury's. Venue: Newquay Town Centre

10th July 2011: Rip Curl Grom Search Surf Competition

In 2010 the Rip Curl Gromsearch is growing with 9 European stops. The contest will take place from May to October 2010 in 5 different countries (Ireland, UK, France, Spain, Portugal) with the UK heat held at Fistral Beach in July.

17th July: Newquay Lions Sandcastle Competition

Bring your bucket and spade to Towan Beach today for the Newquay Lions Sandcastle Competition on Sunday 17th July 2011. Everyone is welcome to enter this fun and challenging way to raise funds for local charities.

Venue: Towan Beach, Newquay. Date: Sunday 17th July 2011
 

20th July: RNAS Culdrose Air Day 2011

RNAS Culdrose near Helston stages the only Air Day in Cornwall on Wednesday 20th July 2011.

Venue: RNAS Culdrose, Helston, TR12 7RH
Date: Wednesday 20th July 2011

 

24th July: St Newlyn East Band at the Killacourt

The Summer Concert Season continues with St Newlyn East Band entertaining on the Killacourt on Sunday 24th July 2011. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event supported by Newquay Town Council. The Band are scheduled to start at 2pm.

Venue: Killacourt, Newquay, TR7 1UJ
Date: 24th July 2011. Time: 2pm onwards. Admission: Free

7th August: Newquay Band at the Killacourt

Newquay Band perform on the Killacourt on Sunday 7th August 2011, as part of the Killacourt Summer Concerts supported by Newquay Town Council Attendance is free and everyone is welcome to show their appreciation of our very own Town Band, formed in 1856 and still performing for visitors and residents, in the beautiful surroundings of the Killacourt.

Venue: Killacourt, Newquay, TR7 1UJ. Date: Sunday 7th August 2011. Time: 2pm onwards. Admission: Free

7th August: Newquay RNLI Lifeboat Day at the Harbour

Newquay harbour and seas will be buzzing with activity from 10 am to 5 pm on Sunday 7th August 2011 for the RNLI Lifeboat Day. Choose from musical entertainment, factual safety information, raffles, BBQ or face painting. If none of that takes your fancy then you could watch one of the continuous supply of rescue demonstrations from the RNLI lifeboats and RNLI lifeguards. Newquay RNLI fundraisers also provide a cake stall, bric a brac and a teddy bear's picnic tombola as well as refreshments. Everyone is welcome to come along to the harbour and support this vital voluntary life saving service.

Venue: Newquay Harbour
Date: Sunday 7th August 2011. Time: 10am - 5pm
 

10th Aug – 14th August: Relentless Boardmasters 2011

The Relentless Boardmasters is run across two locations, Fistral Beach and Watergate Bay.
Fistral Beach is home to the surf, skate, BMX and many others activities between 10am and 7pm each day. On Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings the Fistral Beach Bar re-opens at 7:30pm with live music till midnight. These gigs are the only ticketed events at Fistral Beach.
 
TICKETS NOW ON SALE AT NEWQUAY TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE! for the music festival at Watergate Bay on Friday 12th and Saturday 13th August Camping may be available, however if you would like to arrange your own accommodation please click here

Venue - Fistral Beach & Watergate Bay (Fri & Sat Nights). Dates - 10th - 14th August 2011
 

21st August: Newquay Lions Club Sandcastle Competition

Everyone is welcome to compete in the Newquay Lions Club Sandcastle Competition on Towan Beach on Sunday 21st August 2011. Come along and build your masterpiece and contribute towards local charities.
Venue: Towan Beach. Date: Sunday 21st August 2011

 

27th August: Harbour Sports Day, Newquay Harbour

Come and join the Family Fun at Newquay Harbour for the Annual Sports Day. Watersports galore as local athletes compete to acheive medals and recognition in all forms of trails and competitions.

Date: 27th August 2011. Venue: Newquay Harbour

3rd – 4th Sept: Newquay Ladies County Gig Championships

The Newquay Ladies County Gig Championships sees women crews from all over Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly descend upon Newquay Harbour to battle it out for the honour of being crowned Ladies County Gig Champions.

Venue: Newquay Harbour
Dates: Sat. 3rd & Sun. 4th September 2011. Tel: 01637 876810. Email: mail@newquayrowingclub.com

9th – 11th Sept: Newquay Fish Festival 2011

The event showcases one of Newquays hidden gems 'the harbour' and has proven an extremely popular event with both residents and visitors. The practical cookery demonstrations by local chefs are undoubtedly the highlight of the festival, with hotels and restaurants being able to promote local fresh fish and shellfish and locally available produce. Also you'll find food tasting, talks and boat trips. Fantastic fun for all the family.

Don't miss Last Night of The Proms from 7pm on Friday at the Harbour!
Venue: Newquay Harbour
 

9th September: Crantock Bale Push 2011

The Crantock Bale Push is a fun event for all ages.  The races are run in teams of four pushing a full-sized round bale of straw weighing approximately 420 lbs and measuring 4' 6" in diameter over courses of differing length according to the class of race.  The main course for the "180 veterans", and "The Open" is run over a full quarter of a mile through the village, both up and down hill, starting and finishing between the two village pubs - "The Cornishman" and "The Old Albion" Teams are invited to compete and help raise thousands of pounds for charity.

Venue: Crantock Village. Date: Friday 9th September 2011. Time: from 5.30pm onward

11th September: Newquay Band at the Killacourt

The Penultimate Summer Concert at the Killacourt sees Newquay Band providing wonderful tunes from 2pm on Sunday 11th September 2011. Newquay Town Council support this free to enter event for your delight. Formed in the year 1856 Newquay Band have been delighting visitors and residents of our beautiful Town ever since, so come along and support this joyous social event

Venue: Killacourt, Newquay, TR7 1UJ
Date: Sunday 11th September 2011. Time: 2pm onwards
Admission: Free

17th - 18th Sept: Mens County Gig Racing Championship at Newquay Harbour

Newquay Harbour is the place to see the County Gig Rowing Championships on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th September 2011. Racing will be held throughout the weekend with crews from all over Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly competing for glory. Gig racing is a true test of endurance, teamwork and strategy and has proved popular since the late 1800's.
Venue: Newquay Harbour
Date: Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th September 2011

 

18th - 19th Sept: Newquay Mens County Gig Championships

The Newquay County Gig Championships signal the end of the rowing season. This is the event where crews from all over Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly descend upon Newquay Harbour to battle it out for the honour of being crowned County Gig Champions.

Venue: Newquay Harbour. Dates: Sat. 18th & Sun. 19th 2011
Tel: 01637 876810. Email: mail@newquayrowingclub.com

18th Sept: St Newlyn East Band at the Killacourt

St Newlyn East Band return for the Final Summer Concert, supported by Newquay Town Council, on the Killacourt on Sunday 18th September 2011. The band will commence playing from 2pm onwards. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event.

Venue: Killacourt, Newquay, TR7 1UJ
Date: 18th September 2011. Time: 2pm onwards

30th – 1st Oct: Zapcat Powerboat Grand Prix at Fistral Beach

Fistral Beach is the place to be on Friday 30th September and Saturday 1st October to see the Finale of the Zapcat Championship. Racing takes place to decide the Winner of the Championship with a Presentation Evening and Awards Ceremony at Fistral Blu on the Saturday evening. This spectacular event is free to watch and always provides thrills and spills to excite and delight.

Venue: Fistral Beach. Dates: Friday 30th Sept & Saturday 1st October 2011. Email: secretary@zapcat-racing.com