Whether you’re looking to fall in love or just fall into a mosh pit, Devon’s lineup for Saturday, February 14th, is refreshingly chaotic. Forget the cliché candlelit dinners and supermarket roses; this Valentine’s Day is all about subverting expectations.
You could spend your afternoon swaying to the romantic "Hot Swing" of La Vie En Rose in Exeter, then pivot entirely by 10:00pm to catch ArrDee spitting bars at THE DEPO in Plymouth. From introspective midlife comedy in Ashburton to high-octane rap and Balkan folk, this weekend proves that "romance" in the South West currently looks a lot like a heavy bassline and a strobe light.
Friday, February 13
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A Journey into "Oz" (Ashburton Arts Centre): A nostalgic deep dive into the South West's legendary rave scene. Includes a screening of W: A Return to Oz, a Q&A with director Daniel Howard Baker, and a vinyl set from original promoter Dave Green.
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Cost: From £7.20 (inc. fee) Buy Tickets
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Modern Folk & Alt-Pop (Exeter Cygnet Theatre): South African-born Rowan Stuart and his trio deliver an evening of storytelling and intricate guitar work.
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Time: 7:30pm | Cost: From £15.10 (inc. fee) Buy Tickets
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Saturday, February 14 (Valentine's Day)
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Gypsy Jazz Special (Exeter Cygnet Theatre): La Vie En Rose returns for a romantic afternoon of hot swing and soulful ballads—an ideal Valentine’s date.
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Time: 2:30pm | Cost: From £15.60 (inc. fee) Buy Tickets
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Midlife Reflections (Ashburton Arts Centre): Lizzie Bean presents Phuckets & Rainbows, a comedic exploration of identity, aging, and life "underneath the yoga mat."
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Cost: From £7.20 (inc. fee) Buy Tickets
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High-Energy Vibes (The Junction, Plymouth): The Cabarats bring their unique blend of Balkan-inspired folk and catchy hooks. A new musical experience to the global underground, combining traditional Eastern European and Middle Eastern sounds with lively reggae and ska.
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Cost: From £13.20 Buy Tickets
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Late-Night Club Show: ArrDee (THE DEPO, Plymouth): For those looking to skip the quiet dinner, Brighton rapper ArrDee hits THE DEPO for an intimate, high-energy live club show.
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Time: 10:00pm – 4:00am | Cost: Approx. £14.00 – £20.00 Buy Tickets
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