What's on in Taunton: November and December 2026

November 2026

4 November: Compassionate Mindful Resilience book launch

Karen Atkinson introduces The Compassionate Mindful Resilience Programme Workbook at CICCIC, Memorial Hall, Paul Street. The evening runs from 5pm to 8pm, with an audience Q&A from 6pm, readings and book signing. In-person and livestream options are advertised; use the organiser's registration details to check availability. Venue enquiries: 01823 337477.

7 and 28 November: Taunton Independent Market

Food, crafts, gifts and independent traders gather around Castle Green and surrounding streets from 10am to 3pm on both advertised dates. This is an outdoor market and is subject to the weather. Check the dated organiser pages for updates and the exact visit arrangements. Enquiries: 07804 283767 or tauntonindependentmarket@gmail.com.

7 November: Exeter Latin Orchestra

A daytime concert brings Latin music to CICCIC on Paul Street, with salsa, bossa nova and bachata among the advertised styles. Doors open at 2pm and the performance starts at 2.45pm. Advertised tickets are £15 in advance or £19 on the door; check booking fees and availability through the venue. Enquiries: 01823 337477.

13 November: Stand Up for Cider comedy final

CICCIC hosts the 2026 final of its comedy competition, with emerging comedians, an MC and a headline act. Doors open at 7pm for an 8pm start. Tickets are advertised at £16 online plus the published booking fee, or £20 on the door. Advance booking is advised. Venue enquiries: 01823 337477.

20 November: Will Barnes Trio

Guitarist and composer Will Barnes brings his contemporary jazz trio to CICCIC, Memorial Hall, Paul Street. Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8.15pm start. The venue advertises £16 advance tickets or £20 on the door; consult the booking page for fees, availability and access arrangements. Enquiries: 01823 337477.

21 November: Timothy Parsons organ concert

Taunton Minster lists an afternoon organ concert by Timothy Parsons from 3pm to 3.45pm, followed by tea and cake. The church is in the town centre. Use the Minster's event information to confirm admission arrangements and visitor access before attending. Office enquiries: 01823 213388 or office@tauntonminster.org.

26 November: Autumn Raceday

Taunton Racecourse's current fixture list advertises an Autumn Raceday on Thursday 26 November, with gates opening at 10.20am. Use its official fixture and ticket links for the racing timetable, admission prices and visitor arrangements. The gate-opening time is separate from the first race, so check the programme when planning the visit.

December 2026

6 December: Taunton Tinsel Trot

St Margaret's Hospice brings a festive fundraising run to Castle Green. The junior 1km route starts at 10am and costs £5, with pushchairs welcomed; the 5km starts at 10.30am and costs £15 for ages eleven and above. Register through the charity's official event page and check the participant instructions before attending.

6 December: Hopkins Hammond Trio daytime jazz

CICCIC hosts a jazz trio combining guitar, Hammond organ and drums. Doors open at 11.30am and the music starts at noon at Memorial Hall, Paul Street. Tickets are advertised at £15 in advance or £18 on the door, with booking details and any fees on the venue's page. Enquiries: 01823 337477.

12 December: Advent Fayre

Taunton Minster advertises its Advent Fayre from 10am to 3pm. The daytime event offers a seasonal reason to visit the town-centre church, with the organiser's page providing the current listing. Contact the Minster for stall, admission or access questions before making plans. Office enquiries: 01823 213388 or office@tauntonminster.org.

12 December: Christmas with the Rifles

An evening of Christmas show tunes, carols and regimental music takes place at Taunton Minster from 6pm to 8pm. Public admission is free, with a retiring collection for the Minster and The Rifles Benevolent Fund. Mulled wine and mince pies are advertised after the performance. Enquiries: 01823 213388.

19 and 20 December: Taunton Independent Market

The market's dated pages advertise two consecutive weekend visits around Castle Green and surrounding streets, each from 10am to 3pm. Browse independent food, crafts and gifts close to the central shops. As this is an outdoor market, check the organiser's updates and weather-related changes before travelling. Enquiries: 07804 283767 or tauntonindependentmarket@gmail.com.

20 December: Sunday Big Band Christmas Special

CICCIC's festive big-band session runs from 12.15pm to 1.45pm with an interval, and doors open at 11.45am. The venue advertises tickets at £15 online or £19 on the door, with advance booking recommended. Check any booking fees and remaining availability directly. Venue enquiries: 01823 337477.