Events and what's on in Portland
Portland is famous for its unique assets such as its lighthouses and quarries. With a number of attractions, Portland is home to some exciting events that you're unlikely to get elsewhere.
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06 June 2024
D-Day 80th Anniversary at Castletown D-Day Centre
Castletown D-Day Centre,
Portland, Dorset
Join us as we mark the 80th Anniversary of D-Day where it all began, at the embarkation point here in Portland, Dorset.
We are teaming up with Portland Town Council to mark the event with a day of services, tributes and activities for all the family.
Throughout the day, Castletown D-Day Centre will be holding talks and activities for all the family to enjoy. Get hands on with history and learn about this important event in our past through an immersive experience. Climb inside battle ...
08 Jun 2024 to 09 Jun 2024
D-Day 80th Anniversary Weekend
Castletown D-Day Centre,
Portland, Dorset
Can't make it to our D-Day 80th Anniversary event? Don't worry, we have a whole weekend planned to commemorate the anniversary!
Join us for reenactments, military vehicle displays, talks, stalls, live music, food and drink and more! We have something for all the family.
Why not climb inside our battle damaged Sherman tank, try on authentic uniforms, handle real WW2 weapons, and even explore D-Day from the German perspective, complete with authentic Nazi artefacts. Once you have ...
29 Jun 2024 to 30 Jun 2024
Military Vehicle Weekend
Castletown D-Day Centre,
Portland, Dorset
Visit Castletown D-Day Centre on the first weekend of August for a celebration of WWII military vehicles. We will be gathering together unusual vehicles used in the Second World War, including the amphibious DUKW, M3 half-track, M8 Scout Car, Jeeps and more!
Get up close and personal with these genuine wartime artefacts. Climb in the vehicles, see them driving, and handle authentic weapons!
We will also have talks on the vehicles and other military vehicle themed displays such as RC tanks.
23 July 2024
Open Air Theatre - Romeo & Juliet
The Hayloft Cafe,
Portland, Dorset
Two wealthy families, the Montagues and the Capulets, are at war. Their feud has been long and bitter. But when Romeo, Montague’s son, gatecrashes Capulet’s party in disguise, everything changes. There he meets Juliet, Capulet’s daughter, and the pair fall into an intense, forbidden love that sets in motion a chain of events leading to a devastating conclusion.
From a secret rendezvous in a moonlit garden to a fateful duel under the scorching Verona sun, Shakespeare masterfully explores ...
05 Sep 2024 to 08 Sep 2024
b-side Festival
Portland, Dorset
“Breathtaking locations – inspirational festival; turns your brain inside out!”
Love new experiences, exploring spectacular landscapes and exciting new artworks created by artists? Then make your way to the Isle of Portland, b-side is back 05 – 08 Sept with 4 days of art and events that shine the spotlight on this incredible island’s history, geology and landscape.
Explore Portland with b-side as your guide to secret places and along less well-trodden paths. Many FREE events and ...
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8 Apr 2024
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5 Apr 2024
Operation Overlord – D-DAY 80th Anniversary 6TH June 1944 – 6th June 2024.
This year sees the 80th anniversary of D-Day, and in commemorative events across the county, Dorset will be paying homage to the incredible bravery of allied troops who left South Coast ports and airfields for France on 6th June 1944.
On this momentous day, over 5,000 ships and landing craft carrying more than 150,000 troops descended on five Normandy beaches. The landings saw the start of ... Read more...
23 Jan 2024
So, it’s the half term and you may be wondering how you’re going to keep the kids entertained!
Well don’t worry, whether you are local resident or are staying in Dorset on a break, there’s lots to do throughout the seasons. Our Resort family has children of different ages and here are some of the things we plan to enjoy; perhaps you will too!
Fossil Hunting – Will you be the next person to find a Sea Rex? Who knows you may just discover the next ... Read more...
1 Nov 2023
Whether you call him Santa Claus, Father Christmas, St Nicks or simply Santa, your little ones will want to meet the real deal this year. Lucky for you, many of Dorset's businesses have arranged magical experiences for you and your family to do just that. So why not take a look at the festive fun to be found in Dorset this year.
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2 Aug 2023
Dorset is blessed with countless scenic locations to explore in the summer months, from Durdle Door to Portland Bill there are plenty of beauty spots and outdoor activities to enjoy. But what about those rainy days in Dorset when the number one priority is keeping dry?
We’ve compiled a list of fantastic Dorset attractions and activities to keep you and your family entertained when the rain takes hold.
Rainy Day Attractions & Activities in Dorset
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