Events and what's on in Wimborne

Wimborne’s Christmas elves are already busy in the town preparing for the town’s magical Christmas Lights Switch-On Day on Saturday 29th November. Work is underway to install over 25,000 LED bulbs and 2000 metres of string and rope lighting to decorate the town. A huge real Christmas tree will be arriving soon too to take centre stage in the town square for this much-loved, free annual event which attracted thousands last year. From 11am the merriment begins with a Christmas Market in ...

WIMBORNE CHRISTMAS MARKET RETURNS WITH SEASONAL STALLS AND FESTIVE FARE! Wimborne’s seasonal celebrations will see the return of the town’s Christmas Market on Saturday 29th November, running from 11am to 6pm in the High Street Car Park and parts of the main high street just off Wimborne Square. Fully funded by Wimborne BID and organised and managed by Dorset-based Stir Events, the market will feature a host of tempting stalls offering festive gifts and seasonal fare. Expect a merry mix of ...

The multi-award-winning Museum of East Dorset is bringing festive cheer to families this December with special Story Time sessions with Father Christmas - a heartwarming experience set in the museum’s cosy grotto, where little ones can enjoy enchanting tales, festive crafts and a special gift to take home. Children will be welcomed into a magical world where Father Christmas shares his favourite seasonal stories. Each session includes story time in the grotto, a photo opportunity with ...