What’s On? April & May

Highlighting the best events across the Duchy, from festivals and markets to exhibitions, theatre, music and family days out. Whether you call Cornwall home or are visiting this vibrant county, there’s always something happening just around the corner…

IMS PRUSSIA COVE: SPRING CONCERTS
Saturday 4th – Saturday 18th April 2026

Various locations

For over 50 years, the International Musicians Seminar (IMS) has operated from its home at Prussia Cove, near Penzance. IMS run two classical music seminars each year, which attract the very best young artists in the world to study and rehearse with acclaimed international performers. Under the Artistic Direction of renowned cellist Steven Isserlis, IMS Prussia Cove has a reputation for excellence, and is cherished and revered throughout the classical music world. The Spring Masterclass Seminar welcomes over 120 of today’s best musicians, drawn from across the world, to study and rehearse. The musicians give public concerts across Penwith during the Seminar, with free tickets for under 25s. These performances represent an extraordinary and unforgettable opportunity to hear musicians of this calibre perform in Penwith. Check the website for full concert details.

020 7620 4405 | www.i-m-s.org.uk

ELTON AT THE WINERY
Saturday 2nd May 2026

Knightor Winery, Trethurgy, St Austell, PL26 8YQ

This is the Bank Holiday party not to be missed, featuring the brilliant Lee Quinney as Elton John.

They couldn’t bring you the real Elton but they can bring you the next best thing! If you haven’t been able to catch this tribute act before you are going to want to get tickets before they sell-out. Featuring live music, a sparkly piano and all your Elton favourites performed in their sun-kissed courtyard.

The bar will be open from 5pm and Dank Frank’s will be serving their Greek street food from 5-8pm, with live music from 8:30pm. The best Bank Holiday plans start here!

01726 851101 | shop.knightor.com

‘ALLO ‘ALLO & FAWLTY TOWERS COMEDY EVENING
Saturday 25th April 2026

The Falmouth, Castle Beach, Falmouth TR11 4NZ

Take a seat for a delightfully disastrous comedy dinner show inspired by two legendary British sitcoms, ‘Allo ‘Allo and Fawlty Towers. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be part of the action. For £47 per person, enjoy a welcome glass of fizz before taking your seat for a mouth-watering three-course dinner, served with a generous helping of laughter. This one-of-a-kind performance will unfold all around you throughout the evening, blending iconic moments with new comic twists and improvised chaos. It’s the perfect night out for fans of British comedy, unforgettable characters, and the kind of dining service that would make even Sybil wince.

01326 312671 | events@falmouthhotel.co.uk

DEAN, ABSTRACT ARTIST – SOLO EXHIBITIONS
Sunday 10th to Saturday 23rd May, running into Open Studios until Sunday 31st May

Old Bank Gallery, 2 Trafalgar Square, Fowey PL23 1BA

Cornwall abstract expressionist artist Dean, whose work is represented by Old Bank Gallery in Fowey, works in oils, acrylics and alcohol inks, often in large formats.

He started painting at a young age. “I was only ever really moved by expressionism and abstract art,” he admits, “I admire the work of many artists, from Picasso to Jackson Pollock and more recently, Bob Dylan.” Dean’s biggest inspiration is his love of blues, jazz rock and R&B. “Music is a constant in my life and inspires everything I paint.”

07795 306700 (Old Bank Gallery) | deanabstractartist@gmail.com

ARBORIST ACOUSTIC NIGHTS
Free Entry – 18:00 – 22:00

The Arborist Cafe, Killiow Estate, Playing Place, Truro, TR3 6AG

The Arborist Cafe will be hosting family-friendly live music nights from April through to September.

At each event, there will be a different local street food vendor, a fire pit as well as a licensed bar. These will be outdoor shows weather permitting.

The Busketeers – 3rd April, Helm de Vegas – 1st May, Sam Richardson – 8th May, James Shead – 15th May, Kate Hall – 22nd May, Thomas Ford – 29th May, Bailey Tomkinson – 5th June, True Foxes – 12th June, Rue – 19th June, Sunnyside Up – 26th June.

Please visit the website for more details.

07519 515225 | www.thearboristcafe.co.uk

TREVOR PRICE: GO AND LIVE BY THE OCEAN
28th March to 9th May 2026

Porthminster Gallery, 22 Fore Street, St Ives, TR26 1HE

The Porthminster Gallery presents Trevor Price: Let’s Go and Live by the Ocean, a selling exhibition of new and recent signed and editioned etchings, relief engravings, and woodcut prints by the award-winning St Ives based printmaker and lifeguard, Trevor Price.

This fresh tide of work distils the raw beauty and shifting light of the Cornish coast with Trevor turning his eye to the textures, rhythms and dramatic atmosphere of our shorelines.

017367 95888 | www.porthminstergallery.co.uk

FORM ART FESTIVAL
Friday 15th May, 2026 to Sunday 17th May 2026

Princess Pavilion, Falmouth, Cornwall

This annual festival celebrates the visual arts heritage and vibrant creative culture of Cornwall where you can meet and buy directly from hugely talented artists and crafts people.

FORM showcases over 90 exhibitors, including painters, ceramicists, printmakers, jewellers and woodworkers, continuing to represent Cornwall’s long-standing artistic tradition.

You’ll be able to immerse yourself in the work of hugely talented Cornish artists and craftspeople and purchase directly from these small creative enterprises.

It’s free to enter, family and dog friendly, and all under cover to keep you and the artists sheltered from any rain! live music and grab a bite to eat from the Princess Pavilion and pop-up food trucks.

www.formfalmouth.com