International Agatha Christie Festival 2026

Each September, Torquay hosts the International Agatha Christie Festival.

Celebrate Agatha Christie in the place of her birth on the English Riviera. Step into the area’s outstanding literary and geological heritage. Join us for a week of cultural talks, walks, films, workshops and performances, plus an exciting fringe programme.

As well as running a programme of Christie-related events and talks by prominent writers, the organisation create and fund various projects aimed at helping diverse groups to engage with the arts and perform or display their work at the festival. They work closely with organisations across South Devon to maximise the Festival's contribution to the local economy; and they also run an annual children's short story competition.

Visit the site below for programme dates and details.