- What: Celebration of "The Queen of Crime"
- When: Mid September, coinciding with Christie's birthday
- Where: Torquay, various venues
- Admission: From £1 to about £25 per event
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A Week for Classic Mystery Lovers in Torquay
Torquay, Agatha Christie's hometown and part of the English Riviera, celebrates its native daughter, one of the 20th century's most famous mystery writers, with a week of events and performances.Christie fans come from all over the world for the September festivals. Events vary from year to year, but usually include:
- Free screenings of Agatha Christie films
- Teas and tours
- Live performances by the Agatha Christie Theatre Company
- Illustrated talks
- Murder mystery parties and dinners
- Tea dances
- Tours and boat visits to Greenway, Agatha Christie's home
- Treasure hunts,
- Classic car events
