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Mayflower 400 Events
2020 is the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower voyage, which saw the Pilgrims sail to America, seeking religious freedom. This was one of the most influential journeys in global history and more than 30 million people can trace their ancestry back to the 102 passengers and 30 crew on board.
Plymouth was the Pilgrims’ final departure point in the UK and plays a lead role in the Mayflower 400 commemorations. We’re hosting a year-long programme of events, showcasing the very best in English heritage, culture and legacy.
You can expect spectacular events, unique festivals and quirky cultural experiences, making Britain’s Ocean City the place to be during 2020.
More events will be added here in the run up to the commemorations, so keep checking back.
Whats On Highlights
Highlights
Britain's Ocean City Half Marathon
Christmas Lights Switch-On
Barbican Lights Switch-on
British Firework Championships
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Bonfire Night
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Major Event
Plymouth
Plymouth will be hosting a bonfire and fireworks display on Tuesday 5 November 2019 on…
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Remembrance Sunday
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Ceremony
The city’s remembrance service will take place on Plymouth Hoe on Sunday 10 November.
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Christmas Lights Switch-On
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Christmas
Plymouth
The Christmas holiday calendar officially kicks off with the switch-on of this year’s…
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Barbican Lights Switch-on
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Christmas
Plymouth
2019 Get into the Christmas spirit with the Barbican Christmas Light's Switch-On, 1…
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Pirates Weekend Plymouth
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Major Event
Plymouth
The award winning Pirates Weekend Plymouth returns on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May 2020…
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Britain's Ocean City Half Marathon
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Event
Plymouth
Britain's Ocean City Half Marathon, in partnership with Plymouth City Council, 19 May…
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Lord Mayor's Day
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Major Event
Plymouth
This popular annual event will again be taking place, welcoming the new Lord Mayor into…
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Flavour Fest
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Major Event
Plymouth
The South West’s largest food and drink festival returns to the City Centre’s Piazza from…
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British Firework Championships
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Major Event
The Hoe, Plymouth
The world famous British Firework Championships is set to return to Plymouth's waterfront…
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Ocean City Blues N Jazz Festival
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Festival
Plymouth
The Ocean City Blues N Jazz Festival returns for a third year to The Barbican, 9 to 11…
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Plymouth Seafood Festival
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Food and Drink
Plymouth
Plymouth Seafood Festival is back for its 8th year and is set to bring The Barbican and…
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Mayflower Week
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Event
Plymouth
A week of amazing activities 14 - 20 September, including:
• A visit from the…
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