Events and what's on in Dorset
There's never a dull moment here! With a huge choice of events in Dorset taking place throughout the year, you'll be entertained no matter when you visit.
You'll find tasty food festivals like the award-winning SEAFEAST - The Dorset Seafood Festival, red arrows and other spectacular flying displays at the Bournemouth Air Festival, fireworks aplenty, music festivals such as the Wessex Folk Festival, some fantastic theatre productions, comedy shows and of course some slightly quirkier events to enjoy (Bridport Hat Festival we're looking at you!)
Dorset County Show and Melplash Show are just two of many events giving you the chance to discover rural life in Dorset.
Whatever your interests, you'll find details of what's on in Dorset on this page. Use the tabs to browse events today, this weekend, this week or next week - or just use the calendar to find out what's on when you're visiting.
Have an eventful visit!
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The next 60 events in Dorset appear below.
30 Mar 2025 to 14 Jun 2025
Arthur Neal Exhibition in the East Wing Gallery
Athelhampton House & Gardens,
Dorchester, Dorset
Arthur Neal Exhibition in the East Wing Gallery at Athelhampton House and Gardens. 30th March - 14th June 2025.
Ultramarine rippling at the edge of the strand fades to dusky twilight meetings and partings; red folds of the linen dress resonate to the ivory of the Ukrainian pianist’s hands; infinite shades of green and ochre span the seasons of his garden.
Across fifty years Arthur Neal has progressively reimagined the use of colour to interpret reality, and this exhibition takes us on ...
13 Jun 2025 to 14 Jun 2025
Bridport Beer Festival
Bridport, Dorset
Ladies and Gentlemen, brace yourselves for the epic, legendary "Event in the Tent"! This shindig is so famous in Bridport that even the seagulls know about it. If you're not here, you might as well be stranded on a deserted island with only a coconut for company. We've got all the good stuff: beers, ciders, cocktails, Pimms, and wine, so don't forget to stay hydrated, we don't want anyone passing out and missing all the fun! The event is brought to you by the fine folks of Bridport Round ...
13 Jun 2025 to 14 Jun 2025
Bridport Food & Beer Festival
Bridport Historic Street Market,
Bridport, Dorset
Join us for our 21st year at Askers Meadow for the
Bridport Beer Festival on 13th June and the
Bridport Food Festival on the 14th June 2025
BEER FESTIVAL - FREE ENTRY
FOOD FESTIVAL:
Advance: £3.50
On the day: £5.00
Click the link below for tickets and for details of local restaurant Soulshine's Fundraising Festival Feast in collaboration with some of the best restaurants in the area.
14 June 2025
Harry Paye Pirate Day
Poole, Dorset
Ahoy! It’s time to celebrate one of Poole’s most famous (or infamous) sons again.
Sharpen your cutlasses, dust off your tricorns and dig deep for good causes!
Tis time for you landlubbers to dig out yer eye patch, earring and cutlass for Poole’s annual celebration.
Organised by the Pirates of Poole and supported by BCP Tourism, the popular shindig gets underway with a parade of pirates, followed by live music, best dressed junior pirates competition, pirate games, children's rides, live ...
14 June 2025
Oasis Tribute on Bournemouth Pier
Key West,
Bournemouth, Dorset
On Saturday 14th June 2025 – Father’s Day Weekend, Oasiss return to Bournemouth Pier!
Missed out on tickets to see Oasis Live ’25 at Wembley Stadium? Have no fear! You’re in luck!
After selling out fast in 2023 at Key West on Bournemouth Pier, Oasiss return to the stage for 2025! Oasiss are one of the most authentic Oasis tribute acts to hit the circuit.
Formerly with the band “Soasis”, vocalist Bri (Liam) teamed up with long time friend, lead guitarist and Oasis fanatic, Lee (Noel) ...
11 Jun 2025 to 14 Jun 2025
The Harmony Festival
Dorchester, Dorset
A festival of flowers, art & music at St Mary's Church, Edward Road, from June 11th to 14th. Open daily from 10.30am – 4.30pm.
Evening concerts to be announced.
15 June 2025
50% Off for Dad on Father's Day
Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre,
Wareham, Dorset
Dad’s get 50% off entry at Monkey World on Father’s day! Book online at www.monkeyworld.org
Monkey World is the place where families matter, and so Dads get 50% off entry this Father’s Day!
Along with 230 monkeys & apes, your families can see our primate dads- Hananya the chimpanzee, whose daughter is the mischievous Thelma; or orangutan Tuan, who looks tough but always has time for a play session with little Awan.
Combining fun with conservation, half-hourly keeper Q&A’s at the ...
15 June 2025
Dads PierZip For Free This Father's Day
RockReef,
Bournemouth, Dorset
Treat Dad to an awesome PierZip experience this Father’s Day!
One Dad can zip for free with every full-paying customer on Sunday 15th June.
It’s a step up from a pair of socks or a ‘World’s Greatest Dad’ mug! How about racing him from the top of the zip tower 250 metres down to the beach? Winner buys the ice cream?
To get the deal, simply enter the code RRDAD25 when booking two single PierZip rides to receive the discount.
Only valid for sessions on Sunday 15th June 2025 so get ...
14 Jun 2025 to 15 Jun 2025
Highcliffe Food & Arts Festival
Christchurch, Dorset
Set across Highcliffe high street and recreation ground, this family-friendly festival is a celebration of the finest local produce, crafts and cookery.
Highcliffe’s festival is like no other, a great celebration and huge street party in one. Look out for gourmet artisan stalls, fabulous street food, celebrity chefs, cookery demonstrations, live music, children’s entertainment and much, much more.
14 Jun 2025 to 15 Jun 2025
Lyme Regis Fossil Festival
Lyme Regis, Dorset
The Lyme Regis Fossil Festival is an annual event for the whole family.
Visitors can look forward to Expert Talks, Exhibitions & Educational Activities, Guided Walks, Author Talks & Book Signings, Creative Workshops, Street Performances and much, much more!
13 Jun 2025 to 15 Jun 2025
Project Play presents A Vicar of Dibley
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
All tickets £19.50
This side splitting stage adaptation is brought back to the stage after seven years by PROJECT PLAY, following their hugely popular, “Christmas Special” tour. It’s everything you could possibly want it to be. It brings the exacting humour and characters to the stage that viewers have ‘roared’ at through their television sets.
Following the untimely death of the Reverend Pottle, Dibley has been appointed a new vicar though, as she is “a babe with a bob-cut and a ...
15 June 2025
Smuggling - Myth & Reality
West Bay, Dorset
The Centre’s latest seasonal exhibition running from 15th February to 15th June 2025 looks back to a time in the mid-18th to 19th Centuries when smuggling was widespread along the South Coast. The governments of the time repeatedly raised customs and excise tariffs on luxuries like brandy, rum, silks, tobacco and tea, to fund war and imperial expansion. For people in rural areas subsistence wages and ‘Free Trade’ promised good money, adventure and access to luxury items. The exhibition ...
14 Jun 2025 to 15 Jun 2025
West Bay Vintage Rally
West Bay, Dorset
Tractor, Stationary Engines, Steam Engines, Displays. Trade stalls and refreshments, Ring events. Auction on the 11th. And more.
16 June 2025
National Theatre Live: A Streetcar Named Desire (E
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
Monday 16 June, 2pm
(Age rating: 15)
All tickets £15
Gillian Anderson (Sex Education), Vanessa Kirby (The Crown), and Ben Foster (Lone Survivor) lead the cast in Tennessee Williams’ timeless masterpiece, returning to cinemas.
As Blanche’s fragile world crumbles, she turns to her sister Stella for solace – but her downward spiral brings her face to face with the brutal, unforgiving Stanley Kowalski.
Visionary director Benedict Andrews filmed this acclaimed production live during a ...
18 June 2025
An Evening with Trevor and Gary
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
7:30pm
All tickets £29
Ahead of That’ll Be The Day’s 40th Anniversary and Trevor’s Farewell tour, the show icons Trevor Payne and Gary Anderson return with their double act in 2025! Over 6,000shows. 40 years of history. One unforgettable night of music, stories, and laughter. First performed in 1986, the rock‘n’roll show That’ll Be The Day has toured for nearly four decades, winning fans worldwide. Now, the comedy duo presents an incredible evening full of tales from life on the road, ...
19 June 2025
The ELO Experience
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
7:30pm
All tickets £31
Greatest Hits and More Tour Celebrating the great music of Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light Orchestra...
The legacy left by Jeff Lynne & The Electric Light Orchestra barely needs any introduction – suffice to say that between 1972 and 1986 they achieved more
combined UK and US Top 40 hits than any other band on the planet! '10538 Overture',
'Evil Woman', 'Living Thing', 'Diary of Horace Wimp', Don't Bring me Down' and of
course 'Mr Blue Sky' went on to ...
20 June 2025
Creatures of the Night - Guided Walk
New Forest, Dorset
As darkness falls across the Avon Heath Country Park, join the rangers and experts on this enchanting evening meander to discover the mysterious animals that begin to stir as dusk approaches, including bats, glow worms, owls and nightjars. The experts are on hand to point out the creatures found along the way.
Meet outside the Visitor Centre from 8.45pm.
£7.50 adults, £5.50 children (parking included in ticket price)
Booking essential. Please phone Avon Heath Country Park on 01425 ...
20 June 2025
Forbidden Nights
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
7:30pm
All tickets £31.50 & £29
Brace yourself for something truly spectacular… Forbidden Nights is here, celebrating 9 years of muscles, mayhem and over 11,000 shirt rips!
Were you excited by the show stopping performance on Britain’s Got Talent? If you were left craving more, then get ready to experience their live stage show where YOU can be the ultimate judge! Get ready because Forbidden Nights is coming!
“Truly Jaw-Dropping” – Metro
Ready for a new fantasy? Unleash your ...
21 June 2025
ABBA Arrival
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
7:30pm
All tickets £29.50 & £26.50
Calling all ‘Dancing Queens’ - get ready to embark on a musical journey back to the 70s where disco reigned supreme and ABBA ruled the charts!
Arrival – The Hits of ABBA’s multi award-winning show is returning in 2025 following sell out shows in more than 30 countries worldwide.
Experience the outstanding celebration and timeless smash-hits of Sweden’s sensational pop group live on stage, featuring first-class vocals and musicianship, authentic ...
21 June 2025
Bridport Vegan Market
Bridport Historic Street Market,
Bridport, Dorset
After a little hiatus we are thrilled to be working with Bridport Town Council to revive their successful vegan market in 2025! This year we are joining forces with them to bring you a Vegan Market on Millennium Green to celebrate all things vegan and eco-living with a range of traders selling everything from street food, cakes and bakes, deli items, ethical clothing, cruelty free skincare and homeware, arts and crafts and more!
Bridport Millennium Green
Rax Lane
Bridport
DT6 ...
21 June 2025
Chesil Rocks at the Pavilion
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
4pm until midnight - Ocean Room
Adults £32.50 & Child £15
Chesil Rocks will be taking place this year on Saturday 21st June at Weymouth Pavilion and will have the same friendly atmosphere, diverse range of acts, activities, food and drinks, and remain committed to supporting our amazing Samaritans.
We are planning an awesome line-up, starting off with amazing comedy compèred by the incredible Tom Glover, and will then feature a diverse range of musical acts - some local to support the ...
21 June 2025
Omniverse Poetry Workshop - Towns of Culture
Portland, Dorset
OmniVerse Poetry Workshops
For Weymouth and Portland's marginalised communities
All are welcome, even if you have not explored writing or poetry before.Our workshops create a supportive space specifically designed for people whose voice has been historically underrepresented in our communities.
We believe these diverse voices are essential to creating a rich, authentic portrait of Weymouth and Portland through poetry.
There will be an opportunity to share your words at Spoken Word ...
21 June 2025
Peppa Meets the Baby (Cinema Experience - Film)
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
Sunday 21 June, 10am
Age rating: U
All tickets £15
PIG changes are coming! Join Peppa Pig and her family at the cinema as they get ready for the biggest adventure yet: welcoming a new baby! There’s no better time to embark on a full house renovation, shop for a new car and make special memories together. Celebrate the beginning of an exciting new era of Peppa Pig at this special, big screen experience with an hour of laughter, tears and loads of heart-warming moments. With 10 oinktastic ...
21 June 2025
Wind in the Willows
Athelhampton House & Gardens,
Dorchester, Dorset
Pack your picnics and join Ratty, Mole, Badger, and the fantastically irrepressible Toad as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime culminating in a colourful battle to save Toad Hall from the mischievous weasels!
Multi-award nominated Immersion Theatre proudly bring their trademark style and energy to the riverbank with heaps of interaction, stunning costumes, toe-tapping music, and larger-than-life characters,
A TOAD-ally terrific treat whether you’re 4 or 104!
Genre: Musical / ...
21 Jun 2025 to 22 Jun 2025
Meet Paddington Bear at Swanage Railway
Swanage Railway,
Swanage, Dorset
“Things are always happening to me. I’m that sort of bear”
Come and meet everyone’s favourite railway bear Paddington at Swanage Railway on Saturday 21 June and Sunday 22 June and also return on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September.
You must purchase a timed event ticket to meet Paddington - so why not have a family fun filled day out on the Railway. Our railway attraction operates full- size steam and diesel passenger trains along the five and a half miles of line from Norden to ...
21 Jun 2025 to 22 Jun 2025
Swanage Fish & Food Festival
Swanage, Dorset
The dates of the next Swanage Fish & Food Festival are Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd June 2025.
This is our 10th anniversary year and we will be celebrating this wonderful achievement with you during the whole weekend!
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new Artisan Tent! This exciting addition promises to elevate your experience at the festival, bringing together the best in local crafting, art and food specialist artisans, alongside the gourmet foods and vibrant ...
23 June 2025
The Accountant 2 (Film)
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
Monday 23 June, 9pm
(Age rating: 15)
All tickets £8
Ben Affleck returns as Christian Wolff in The Accountant 2, the high-stakes sequel to the hit action-thriller. After years of living under the radar, the brilliant but enigmatic forensic accountant is drawn back into a deadly world of corruption, betrayal, and numbers that don’t quite add up. When a former client resurfaces with a dangerous secret, Christian must use his unique skills - and lethal precision - to uncover the truth ...
26 June 2025
Yesterday Once More - The Carpenters Songbook
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
All tickets £29.50 & £26.50
The story of the Carpenters is one of career highs, heartbreaks and music that touched the world. Yesterday Once More transports us to a time when legends ruled the airwaves and The Carpenters soared to stardom with well-crafted tunes and pitch-perfect soulful vocals. Get ready to relive the magic of their legacy with the ultimate homage to the two siblings who changed the musical landscape forever.
For over two decades, Toni Lee has been performing Karen ...
27 June 2025
Space Cowboy - The Ultimate Tribute to Jamiroquai
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
All tickets £28 & £26
Space Cowboy – The Ultimate Tribute to Jamiroquai, have been thrilling audiences all over the UK and Europe for more than decade.
Experienced musicians, amazing visuals and authentic outfits combine to produce a breath-taking show, featuring studio and live versions of such hits as Virtual Insanity, Cosmic Girl, Canned Heat, Deeper Underground and many more.
Their status as the definitive Jamiroquai tribute act was cemented when Jay Kay and the team shared ...
22 Jun 2025 to 28 Jun 2025
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning (Film)
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
Sunday 22 June 2pm & 5:30pm, Monday 23 June 5:30pm, Tuesday 24 June 2pm & 8:15pm, Saturday 28 June, 7:15pm
(Age rating: 12A)
All tickets £8
Ethan Hunt returns for one last mission in this explosive conclusion to the legendary action saga. With the world on the brink of chaos, Hunt and his IMF team face their most dangerous adversary yet — a rogue AI threat capable of destabilising global power. Racing against time and betrayal, the team must navigate deadly alliances and impossible odds ...
28 June 2025
Bluey At The Cinema: Let's Play Chef
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
Saturday 28 June 10am
All tickets £5
Bluey at the Cinema: Let’s Play Chef Collection is an hour-long treat for fans of Bluey to enjoy, made up of eight episodes from the TV show’s three series, all based around the fun of food! The compilation will showcase memorable moments such as Takeaway, Fancy Restaurant, and highlight the Heeler’s skills in the kitchen with episodes such as Omelette and Duck Cake – cooking has never been so fun!
Age rating: TBC
28 June 2025
Bridport Arts & Craft Market
Bridport Historic Street Market,
Bridport, Dorset
Bridport Arts & Crafts Markets are back for 2025, returning to Bridport W.I. Hall.
If you would like to have a stall, the cost is £15 and you can download a form here:
https://bridportandwestbay.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Craft-Fair-Application-2025.docx
FUTURE DATES:
19 JULY
23 AUGUST
27 SEPTEMBER
18 OCTOBER
29 NOVEMBER
20 DECEMBER
27 Jun 2025 to 28 Jun 2025
DorsetFest
Blandford, Dorset
DorsetFest is a family-friendly music festival organised exclusively by volunteers raising money for the local community and a rotating charity.
The two-day event offers a fantastic range of music, entertainment and food stalls for everyone to enjoy. There is also camping available.
DorsetFest 2025 will take place on the 27th-28th of June. There are limited first wave tickets available now for the same price as 2024, get them quickly!
Venue: Warren Farm, Bulbarrow
28 June 2025
Really Hot Chilli Peppers
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
8pm
All tickets £27
From the melting pot of Birmingham, UK, hail the original and still the best tribute band to Red Hot Chilli Peppers, ‘The Really Hot Chili Peppers’.
The Really Hot Chili Peppers are four vastly experienced musicians who were drawn together by a love of funk and a vision to bring the raw energy and power of the ‘Red Hot Chili Peppers’ to the masses. Having toured extensively around the UK, Europe and Asia they have honed their sound to perfection, with layered ...
28 June 2025
Stourton Caundle Stile Trail Open Day
Sherborne, Dorset
In an effort to encourage well being, promote local businesses, celebrate rural skills and appreciate unique history, the Stourton Caundle Stile Trail has been developed!
A two mile loop of 9 stiles, all embellished, redesigned or enhanced by varied organisations and artists, will take the visitor around the ruins, remains and water features of the historical landscape.
Open Day on 28th June 1pm at The Trooper Inn
Ribbon to be cut by Steve Harris of BBC Radio Dorset Breakfast show!
See ...
28 June 2025
Summer Market - Sat 28 June 2025
Athelhampton House & Gardens,
Dorchester, Dorset
We have invited a host of Dorset producers, growers and makers to sell their produce on Athelhampton's West lawn. The market is free to attend and is open to all to allow everyone the chance to purchase the finest products Dorset has to offer. Athelhampton House & Gardens will be open as well (normal admission charges apply).
It’s the perfect opportunity to shop for a wide selection of delicious products and artisan crafts. Grab a bite to eat and enjoy a tipple as you shop with local ...
26 Jun 2025 to 29 Jun 2025
Art - Underground Gallery
Portland, Dorset
Underground Gallery
June 26th - 29th
11am - 6pm
High Angle Battery, Portland, Dorset
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Discover contemporary photographs from around the globe by torchlight!
Photographs submitted by artists from Portland and across the world that explore the overlooked, the unseen and aspects of otherness.
27 Jun 2025 to 29 Jun 2025
Grooves on the Green
Poole, Dorset
Grooves on the Green is a weekend community festival on the green in the vibrant area of Ashley Cross, Poole.
Our festival is a haven of joy, where music, laughter, and fun activities blend to craft unforgettable experiences. From toddlers to grandparents, there’s something for everyone.
Dance to family-friendly tunes, and enjoy a variety of entertainments that cater to all ages.
27 Jun 2025 to 29 Jun 2025
Roads to Rail Steam Rally
Corfe Castle, Dorset
Step back in time with Swanage Railway for a weekend of steam-powered demonstrations and vintage fairground fun.
Working traction engines, road rollers, showman’s engines, Land Rovers, lorries, classic cars, stationary engines and much more – bringing the Isle of Purbeck to life with recreations of a bygone age.
Located near Corfe Castle, next to Norden train station, you can experience road steam and rail steam together for our popular annual event in the Isle of Purbeck with rides ...
28 Jun 2025 to 29 Jun 2025
Shake & Stir Vintage Music Festival
Bournemouth, Dorset
Shake and Stir, award-winning, vintage music festival welcomes lovers of vintage music and style from across the UK and beyond!
Two full days of live music & entertainment to get your toes tapping and hips swaying!
28th & 29th June 2025.
Venue: Fisherman's Walk, Southbourne, Bournemouth.
27 Jun 2025 to 29 Jun 2025
TANKFEST 2025
Tank Museum,
Wareham, Dorset
The world’s best display of historic moving armour returns for three explosive days in June!
TANKFEST features three full days of arena action, with explosive displays of unique historic and modern armour running throughout the weekend.
See the stars of the Museum’s collection running alongside guest tanks and vehicles from the British Army. PLUS hear lectures from tank experts, explore Living History encampments, and see the world’s best collection of tanks inside The Tank Museum. ...
04 July 2025
Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
7:30pm
All tickets £37 & £43
Jason Manford is back with his brand-new live show. A Manford All Seasons. Jason’s been busy since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit. A Manford All Seasons is Jason’s latest comic offering set to hit the road, and is sure to be ‘expert observational comedy’ (The Guardian) mixed with ‘comic gold’ (Mail on Sunday).
‘Starstruck’ (ITV1), ‘First & Last’ (BBC ...
05 July 2025
East Dorset Museum Summer Fete
Museum of East Dorset,
Wimborne, Dorset
Join us on 5th July at our annual Summer Fete; a fun-packed day for the whole family. There will be a whole host of games and stalls, plants and produce from our own garden, second-hand books and jigsaws, and live performances from some local musical groups.
Kids can unleash their creativity in our craft zone and create their mini-masterpieces.
Try your luck at our toy and bottle tombolas, and don’t forget to get your raffle tickets to be in with a chance to win fantastic ...
05 July 2025
Gracie and Pedro: Mission Impossible (Kids Club Fi
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
Saturday 5 July, 10am
(Age rating: PG)
All tickets £5
Meet Gracie and Pedro, two family pets who couldn’t be more different. Gracie is a purebred pampered pooch, whilst Pedro is a brazen, rescue cat, and their brawling is about to have disastrous consequences!
Left stranded in an unfamiliar land after a mishap at the airport separates them from their family, the four-legged pair face the seemingly impossible challenge of finding their own way home. What follows is a daunting quest, ...
05 July 2025
Omniverse Poetry Workshop - Towns of Culture
Weymouth, Dorset
OmniVerse Poetry Workshops
For Weymouth and Portland's marginalised communities
All are welcome, even if you have not explored writing or poetry before.Our workshops create a supportive space specifically designed for people whose voice has been historically underrepresented in our communities.
We believe these diverse voices are essential to creating a rich, authentic portrait of Weymouth and Portland through poetry.
There will be an opportunity to share your words at Spoken Word ...
28 Jun 2025 to 06 Jul 2025
Beaminster Festival
Beaminster, Dorset
Set amidst the rolling hills of West Dorset, very near the Jurassic coast, the small but vibrant town of Beaminster plays host to the annual Beaminster Festival of music, theatre, literature and art.
Performers include those of international standing as well as young artists, early in their careers. We try to involve all the community, young and old, in a wide range of events.
05 Jul 2025 to 08 Jul 2025
F1 (Film)
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
Saturday 5 July 6:30pm & 9pm, Monday 7 July 6:30pm & 9pm, Tuesday 8 July 2pm (tbc), 6:30pm & 9pm
Age rating: TBC
All tickets £5 & £8
Brad Pitt stars as Sonny Hayes, a former Formula 1 driver whose career was cut short by a catastrophic crash in the 1990s. Years later, he’s pulled back into the fast-paced world of racing by ex-teammate turned team owner Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem) to help mentor an ambitious young rookie (Damson Idris) and revive a struggling team.
Directed by ...
09 July 2025
Guenther Steiner: Unfiltered Live
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
All tickets £32 - £67, VIP Meet & Greet Add-On £103
Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts for a hugely entertaining all-areas-access conversation spanning a decade inside Formula 1, with former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner, star of Netflix’s smash hit docuseries Drive to Survive.
Following his sell-out 2024 tour and hot off the release of his latest book, Unfiltered, Formula 1’s favourite underdog is back on the road for his biggest tour ever as he takes us into the pit lanes ...
10 July 2025
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
All tickets £38 - £48
Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups. Channelling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time.
“An extraordinary emotive ...
11 July 2025
Lost in Music - One Night at the Disco!
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
8pm
All tickets £30 & £25
Embark on an electrifying journey through the sensational 70s. Our world class band and dazzling vocals are set to transport you straight to the heart of disco fever.
Get ready to re-live timeless hits from icons like Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Sister Sledge and Chic.
Dress to impress in your most fabulous disco attire as we pay homage to the golden age of disco. From the irresistible beats of “Never Can Say Goodbye” to the pulsating ...
13 July 2025
200% Wolf (Kids Club Film)
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
Sunday 13 July, 10am
(Age rating: U)
All tickets £5
Prepare for a howling good time in this fun-filled cosmic adventure, 200% Wolf.
Heroic poodle Freddy Lupin thinks he has everything it takes to lead his werewolf pack, but earning the respect of his packmates proves to be a challenge. If only he were more… wolfish. But when a wayward wish transforms him into a werewolf and deposits a mischievous moon spirit on earth, Freddy must restore the cosmic order before it’s too late. With ...
13 July 2025
Model Building Day
Wimborne, Dorset
Ever wondered how the model of the model town in Wimborne was made?
Join us at Wimborne Model Village to see how our amazing volunteers have made the dream become reality.
13 July 2025
SandFest
Poole, Dorset
On Sunday 13th July, Sandfest returns for its 8th instalment.
Party like never before on the golden shores of the glamorous and internationally famous Sandbanks beach. Be among five thousand party people who gather to indulge in sand, sun, fun and seriously good music!
16 July 2025
Songs of Stone
Portland Museum,
Portland, Dorset
Songs of Stone, part of Reveal - Portland and Weymouth.
July 16th and 13th August
Portland Museum
Dorset, DT5 1HS
A Summer series of oral history and heritage community conversations in partnership with Portland Museum, to share memories and stories of Portland stone and quarries, life in lived memory and the heritage of this unique natural and industrial landscape.
FREE ENTRY
Funded by Portland & Weymouth Towns of Culture 2025
17 July 2025
Omniverse Spoken Word Night - Towns of Culture
Weymouth, Dorset
Revealing Our Poetic Voices
Caffeine 44 The Esplanade, Weymouth
Thursday 17th July 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Join us for an electrifying evening of poetry and spoken word as we unveil the hidden voices of Weymouth. Our open mic night creates a platform where every voice matters, featuring poets from our diverse communities sharing their unique perspectives and experiences.
What to Expect:
Powerful Performances: Experience authentic spoken word performances from local marginalised voices, ...
17 July 2025
Rhod Gilbet & The Giant Grapefruit
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
8pm
All tickets £37.50
Age Restriction: 16 years plus please.
When life gives Rhod lemons…
In his last show ‘The Book of John’, Rhod was dealing with some pretty pungent life citrus, and an idiot called John. Little did he know that things were about to turn even more sour… But Rhod’s not bitter; he’s bouncing back and feeling remarkably zesty.
Hilariously dark, passionate and way too personal, this is classic Gilbert, squeezing every last drop out of life’s latest curveballs...with a ...
19 July 2025
Thatchfest
Wimborne, Dorset
Thatchfest Chapter 4 is coming, the 19th July!
Tickets on sale now!
Following the huge success of last year’s festival, the team behind Thatchfest is back and going even bigger. The theme for this year? More! More acts, more activities, and most importantly, more stompin’!
QUINNS QUINNEY - MISHA & HIS MERRY MEN - VANILLA RADIO - SOULHOLE - WE AFRO TALLAWAH - MATT GRIFFITHS & AIMEE KNIGHT – and more to be announced!
Chapter 4 kicks off with crowd favourites returning to the Bear Island ...
18 Jul 2025 to 20 Jul 2025
Shaftesbury Fringe
Shaftesbury, Dorset
Shaftesbury Fringe is back from the 18th to 20th July 2025!
We’ll have music, comedy, dance, theatre, poetry and everything in between! Our venues range from historic churches to cosy cafes and local pubs.
18 Jul 2025 to 20 Jul 2025
Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival
Dorchester, Dorset
There has been an annual gathering to mark the story of the Tolpuddle Martyrs since 1930s. It began as a Sunday afternoon event with wreaths laid on the grave of James Hammett, followed by a procession of banners and speeches. Today, the annual event sees thousands of trade unionists from around the UK and the world descends on the small village of Tolpuddle in Dorset to celebrate the memory of the Tolpuddle Martyrs and the legacy they left behind.
The Tolpuddle Martyrs’ Festival ...
23 July 2025
Badness: Madness Tribute on Bournemouth Pier
Key West,
Bournemouth, Dorset
On Wednesday 23rd July, come and celebrate the start of the Summer Holidays with us!
Kicking off the Summer madness is Badness! The Tribute band is back by popular after a sold out show in 2024, Badness return to celebrate outside on the terrace with panoramic sea views!
“BADNESS” formed in July 1994 and quickly became one of the top Madness tribute bands & Ska / 2Tone revival bands in the country. Within six months the band were selling out various venues across the UK. & ...
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9 Jun 2025
A fully-fledged member of the family, your four-legged friend doesn’t need to feel left out of the holiday loop and will be well-catered for when you come to dog-friendly Dorset.
Dog-Friendly Accommodation
When it comes to finding somewhere to stay, there’s no shortage of dog and pet friendly accommodation to choose from. Whether it’s camping, a caravan, cottage or lodge you’re after, Dorset has plenty of dog-friendly options to choose from to make the ... Read more...
5 Jun 2025
Flumin’ Fantastic!
Looking for an unforgettable family day out? Splashdown Water Park, located at Tower Park, Poole, is the South of England’s largest and most thrilling water park!
This action-packed water playground has become a firm favourite in our family. After our son’s first visit, it quickly became his top Dorset destination, and he’s already counting down the days to celebrate his next birthday there!
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3 Jun 2025
Fresh Faces on the Local Scene
Dorset is buzzing with new beginnings. From foodie spots to attractions and summer events, the county is welcoming a wave of fresh ventures. Whether you're a local looking for your next favourite spot or a visitor curious about Dorset, here’s a round-up of the latest businesses making their mark, each bringing something unique to the table.
Back in March, The Quay Inn on Poole Quay, formerly a JD Wetherspoon pub- closed its doors. Never ... Read more...
3 Jun 2025
Get back to nature and sleep under the stars, camping in Dorset.
According to the Met Office’s latest three-month outlook, the meteorological summer, running from 1 June to 31 August, is twice as likely to be hotter than usual in 2025. So, what better time to sleep under canvas. Dorset has some brilliant campsites to choose from; some on working farms, others right by the coast, or within walking distance of a cracking pub. We’ve put together a list to help you ... Read more...
2 Jun 2025
Dorset Goes Vintage
Shake & Stir Fest - Oak Photography.
From cycling in your finest tweed to cruising in a Cadillac, learning to Lindy Hop, to jumping and jiving to the best bands around, lovers of vintage can rejoice at the selection of upcoming events in Dorset that’ll get you rockin’ and rollin’. So comb that quiff, perfect that pin-up look, and don your dancing shoes – these vintage-themed events are ready to transport you to some yesteryear ... Read more...
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