Events and what's on in Wimborne
Wimborne is home to some famously unique assets such as a man burried neither inside or outside. Strange, huh?
There are other odd yet interesting reasons to visit Wimborne, and there are plenty of events happening within the town. Kill two birds with one stone!
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The next 6 events in Wimborne appear below.
11 Oct 2025 to 18 Oct 2025
Wimborne Green Festival
Wimborne, Dorset
Come along to Planet Wimborne's annual Green Festival to meet local groups and hear about all the great environmental activities going on in the town and surrounding area.
The Festival is going from strength to strength and we believe we have something for everyone: from the Minster Fair on the first Saturday to craft workshops and talks spread throughout the week. (Some of the events are ticketed, even though all except one are free - see links on their web page for the tickets to ...
27 October 2025
Halloween Spooktacular
Wimborne, Dorset
This Halloween, get ready for a spine-tingling adventure packed with hilarious comedy, toetapping
tunes, and jaw-dropping magic as Halloween Spooktacular comes to town!
Kirsty, Jake, and Melissa have been sent on work experience at the eerie Blackdown Castle—and
they’re not happy about it. Boring! But when they arrive, things take a spooky turn! The castle’s
mysterious curator, Ramsley, isn’t too keen on visitors, and when the trio starts hearing bumps in
the night, their adventure ...
31 October 2025
Spooky Science Show
Wimborne, Dorset
🎃 Spooky Science Show with Ian B Dunne 👻
Join mad scientist Ian B Dunne and his robotic assistants this Halloween – Friday 31st October – for a thrilling journey through potions, sparks, and spectres! Expect spooky experiments, electrifying demonstrations, and plenty of hands-on fun in this science-packed show that’s perfect for all ages. Don’t miss this frightfully fun fusion of science and spooks!
11 Oct 2025 to 01 Nov 2025
How to Train Your Dragon – Wimborne Edition!
Museum of East Dorset,
Wimborne, Dorset
Calling all brave dragon tamers! It’s time to polish your scales and fly down to Wimborne this October. Wimborne’s award-winning Museum of East Dorset is turning up the heat with a brand-new attraction that’s sure to set imaginations soaring. Following the success of its summer Minecraft activities, the museum is thrilled to unveil its latest fire-cracking experience: “How to Train Your Dragon” – Wimborne Edition!
From Saturday 11th October to Saturday 1st November, families can swoop into ...
27 Oct 2025 to 02 Nov 2025
Halloween Quiz at Wimborne Model Town
Wimborne Model Town,
Wimborne, Dorset
As well as our famous quiz there'll be lots of spooky fun to be had during this half term!
Come and join us, fancy dress will be welcome.
25 Oct 2025 to 02 Nov 2025
Spooky Crafts
Wimborne, Dorset
From the 25 October - 2 November, make your own magic rainbow mask or stranger folk nature wand.
Become part of the woodland with a magic rainbow mask of the creatures of the forest. Scratch your own designs to reveal the colours.
And if you're out on the hunt for Stranger Folk, using the adventure app (see the events page for more information), then stop off at the potting shed to make a nature wand on the way. It's perfect for closing the cracks between our world and ...
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13 Oct 2025
Dorset in Full Colour
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It’s that time of year again when nature provides us with that colourful spectacle that never ceases to delight and amaze. As the leaves on the trees take on their yellow, gold, red and bronze hues it’s time to get out in a woodland or garden near you and enjoy the display up close.
We’ve picked out some great places to visit where you can enjoy the splendour of autumn before the winter sets in and spoils ... Read more...
2 Sep 2025
A Feast of Flavours in Wimborne
Wimborne is a charming town, loved for its independent shops, quaint model town, and incredible foodie spots – so it’s no surprise it has its very own food festival. If you’re a foodie, you won’t want to miss the Wimborne Food Festival, returning this year on Saturday 20th September from 11am to 4pm.
Get ready to indulge in a feast of flavours, fun, and local delights as the festival brings together the best of ... Read more...
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2 Jun 2025
Dorset Goes Vintage
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26 Feb 2025
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