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There's lots of fun to be had this weekend - festivals are abundant, it's the start of the half term school holidays and the weather is set to be a scorcher so grab a sunhat, suncream and the kids and make the most of what's on!

Enjoy a great day out with the kids this weekend as Lord Mayor’s Festival returns to Plymouth city centre on Saturday 21 May 2022, as we welcome the new Lord Mayor of Plymouth to the role.

This year, the free family-friendly event celebrates Plymouth’s ocean and green spaces and there’s lots to learn and explore. Here’s our top picks out of things to see and do!

Come along to show your support this weekend as the 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery, based in the Royal Citadel on Plymouth Hoe, celebrate their 60th anniversary.

Avast ye! Have you heard? Plymouth Pirates Weekend is back so get your Jolly Rogers, eye patches and treasure maps at the ready to enjoy a rip-roaring weekend of fun celebrating life on the high seas.

We’re looking ahead to a year filled with fantastic experiences in Plymouth, from unmissable events to exciting cultural moments, as well as making the most of being in Britain’s Ocean City with our incredible waterfront and on-water activities.

With shows to suit every appetite, book your tickets now to stave off those January blues and start the countdown to something great.

Whether you are looking for festive activities to do as a family or catch a festive show from the West End, this week's Friday Five has some great ideas for things to do in Plymouth to keep everyone entertained.

Plymouth’s festive season officially kicks off with the switch-on of the beautiful new Christmas lights in the city centre this Thursday 18 November.

The Shop4Plymouth resident blogger Lucy Young @_Oceancityliving looks ahead at this year's festive season.

Whether you're thinking of starting your Christmas shopping, looking for ways to commemorate Rembrance Sunday or like the sound of an immersive experience, this week's Friday Five explores a few different ideas for things to do this weekend in Plymouth.

The days are getting shorter and there’s a chill in the air, but there’s still plenty to do in Britain’s Ocean City this weekend– including a very big bonfire to keep you warm! 

From enchanting theatre productions designed especially for little ones to hilarious comedy shows for adults to enjoy, there’s lots taking place on Plymouth’s stages this Christmas!