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 Pommery Dorset Seafood Festival, red arrows displays and more at the Bournemouth Air Festival and Weymouth Carnival, fireworks aplenty, the world-famous Great Dorset Steam Fair, music festivals such as Bestival and 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!)
Whatever your interests might be, 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 to Dorset!
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The next 60 events in Dorset appear below.
21 July 2018
Hawkwind
Weymouth, Dorset
Ahead of their more formal orchestral shows later in the year, and a new album release early September, Hawkwind are looking forward to playing some fun, summer, seaside shows!
The band will be bringing their own special brand of psychedelic, space chaos to Weymouth Pavilion on Sat July 21st, where they will be playing a selection of classics taken from their five decade career...
Support: 7.30pm
Hawkwind: 8.30pm
21 July 2018
Leigh Food Festival and Vintage Vehicles
Sherborne, Dorset
Leigh's annual Food Fair returns with a wonderful selection of stall holders selling a wide array of excellent local produce.
Taste and buy some of the best food and drink on offer from local producers and enjoy viewing a good variety of interesting vintage and classic cars and motorbikes on display. There will also be flower displays in St. Andrew’s Church.
Proceeds go to Leigh Village Hall, The Hub, Yeovil and St Andrew’s Church, Leigh and other charities.
21 July 2018
Rock for Heroes
Wimborne, Dorset
Immerse yourself in the incredible new live music experience with Rock For Heroes. Bringing the perfect combination of your favourite Rock & Pop artist across the eras, in celebration of an incredible cause Help for Heroes.
After every show, we will be collecting for this amazing charity.
Performed by a full live rock band and superb singers, it’s the must-see show of the year.
With music from artists such as Dire Straits, Status Quo, Queen, David Bowie, Madonna, Spandau Ballet, ...
14 Jul 2018 to 21 Jul 2018
Thomas Hardy Conference & Festival
Dorchester, Dorset
Many events are already planned but the most important thing to publicise now is that we will be celebrating the opening weekend at Kingston Maurward, as that is where the Society began – and the rest of the week at the United Church in South Street, Dorchester.
There will also be accommodation available at Kingston Maurward. There will be commemorative merchandise on sale at the Festival, commissioned by our Merchandise Manager, Vivien Geddes, whose artistic and organisational skills ...
21 July 2018
Weymouth Big Busk
Weymouth, Dorset
Weymouth Big Busk – over 25 acts performing on St Mary Street and St Thomas Street in Weymouth in aid of Weldmar Hospicecare – on Saturday 21st July from 10am until 4pm.
Including:
Kipper
The Decadettes
Farrago
Moonshine Hillbillies
Mark Davis
Identikit
Speedway Snails
The Half Dead Darlings
Aaron Carter
Matt Taylor
The Secrets
Roye Membury
Timeout
Haze
Rob Davis
Hot Bacon
Weymouth Concert Brass
Brian Donnelly
Andy Grant
Restless
Sammi, Gerry & Pete
Minor ...
20 Jul 2018 to 22 Jul 2018
Curious Arts Festival
New Forest, Dorset
Curious is a festival like no other. Taking place each July in the breathtaking grounds of Pylewell Park,in the heart of the New Forest, it is dreamy, eccentric, fun and ultimately, irresistible.
It’s very English on the one hand – expect fabulous novelists, exceptional historians, poet laureates, dogs on leads, gin and tonics, and sitting on a deckchair with a view of the Solent although you are just as likely to find yourself on a secret midnight bat-walk, betting your life-savings on ...
22 July 2018
Dorset Dogs Festival
Poole, Dorset
A wonderful celebration of dogs, countryside and wild creatures!
Have-a-go-agility & more activities for dogs, fun dog show, doggy displays, fascinating stalls, scrumptious refreshments, children’s activities, guided walkies, huge marquee and so much more!
Venue: Upton Country Park
22 July 2018
Music in Greenhill Gardens
Weymouth, Dorset
Singer Tony Lowe - a great afternoon of wonderful songs
is in prospect!
(A joint Event with Weldmar Hospice).
Starts 2pm, (weather dependent).
22 July 2018
RNLI College Summer Fete
Poole, Dorset
Join us for the annual RNLI Summer Fete. Fun for all the family including lifeboat demos, circus school, face painting, street food, cream teas and traditional games.
FREE entry and FREE parking.
21 Jul 2018 to 22 Jul 2018
Sorted in Dorset
Poole, Dorset
Join us for our first Sorted in Dorset event at Hamworthy Park on 21st & 22nd July, for a celebration of local produce & talent.
We’ll be showcasing resident musicians whilst you enjoy sampling locally produced food & drink, browsing arts, crafts & fashion, admiring sports skills, and children’s activities & more. The whole family entertained? We’ve got you sorted!
A percentage of the funds raised from tickets sold for this event will go to the Friends of Hamworthy Park, towards their ...
22 July 2018
Sunday in the Park
Weymouth, Dorset
Friends of Radipole Park & Gardens. Sunday in the Park on Sunday 22nd July 2pm-4pm. Free Entry.
Wander along to the beautiful Radipole Gardens in Weymouth and find yourself a shady spot under the weeping willows to relax and enjoy a chilled afternoon listening to Weymouth Concert Brass Band as they roll out those melodies.
Refreshments available including fresh cream teas.
Enjoy a memory-jogging mooch around the old images of Weymouth, from shops long since gone and places you once ...
21 Jul 2018 to 22 Jul 2018
Taste of the South
Christchurch, Dorset
Taste of the South Festival returns to Dorset for a second year this July and is set to showcase the region’s top talent, variety of food and drink, art, culture and artisan products. The two-day festival, which will be held at Chapel Gate, Christchurch, over the weekend of July 21-22, celebrates all things local from across the entire South of England.
Entertainment, live music, tastings and award-winning chef demonstrations, will ensure wide-ranging ‘great day out’ appeal for families, ...
20 Jul 2018 to 22 Jul 2018
Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival
Dorchester, Dorset
Family festival celebrating the memory of the Tolpuddle Martyrs - Tolpuddle village near Dorchester.
20 Jul 2018 to 22 Jul 2018
Wilkswood Reggae Festival
Swanage, Dorset
The Wilkswood Reggae Festival is first and foremost a family-friendly festival and there is plenty to keep the kids entertained with a dedicated play area, the leafy Dingly Dell featuring storytelling and music and the hugely popular hay bale castle. To encourage the family atmosphere, we offer reduced prices for children up to the age of 17 and under-threes are free!
Organised by Dubwood Productions – a joint enterprise between the Scott Arms pub in Kingston and Bournemouth’s Dubheart ...
21 Jul 2018 to 22 Jul 2018
Wimborne History Festival
Wimborne, Dorset
To commemorate the centenary of the end of the First World War and to mark 100 years since woman gained the vote, the 2018 Wimborne History Festival will focus on these two periods of history. This year’s festival will be held in the centre of Wimborne Minster and will be free of charge.
24 July 2018
Dream Machines - Poole Quay
Poole, Dorset
The UK’s biggest and best weekly bike meet takes places on Poole Quay every Tuesday from 6pm. This popular motorbike event runs from the first Tuesday in April to the end of September.
The event creates a unique, exciting atmosphere as bikers and spectators enjoy a relaxed evening on Poole Quay. The backdrop of the quay and harbour offers the perfect location and there is a great selection of waterside cafes, bars, restaurants and food kiosks offering refreshment, many with bike night ...
26 July 2018
Battens Charity Beach Volleyball Tournament
Weymouth, Dorset
We are in the 11th year of running this popular event, which will take place on Thursday 26 July. The evening is set to include entertainment, food and, of course, lots of games of volleyball.
As part of our fundraising this year, we will be giving every team that enters the tournament the chance to nominate a local charity for all money raised to go to.
The charity will be decided upon on the evening.
Get involved!
We have a fun-packed evening planned with entertainment, food and ...
26 July 2018
Family Fun Shows: Punch & Judy
Wimborne, Dorset
Take your places early for our Thursday summer Punch & Judy show with performances at 12 noon & Professor Cole 2pm.
"Professor" Mervyn Cole will be presenting all the usual puppet faces but how does he make that Mr Punch sound? You will have to join us to find out!
There is no extra charge to see the show but come early to get a seat.
24 Jul 2018 to 26 Jul 2018
New Forest & Hampshire Country Show
New Forest, Dorset
Taking place in Brockenhurst, in the heart of the National Park, the New Forest Show offers visitors 30 acres of showground for the whole family to explore. 2017 marks the 97th Show which takes place annually at the end of July and is now rated among the top ten agricultural shows in the country.
26 July 2018
Rockley Summer Spectacular
Poole, Dorset
Get down to Poole Quay for 7pm and enjoy live music, family entertainment and a firework finale at 10pm. The event is sponsored by Rockley Park.
27 July 2018
Quay For My Car
Poole, Dorset
A different marque of car each Friday from 6pm on Poole Quay.
The event offers free entry onto the quayside for the car owners who fit the theme for that particular evening. With a stunning backdrop of the Quay and Poole Harbour it is the perfect location for owners to show off their vehicles.
27 July 2018
Theatre: The Time Machine
Dorchester, Dorset
Dyad Productions impressed us last autumn with Jane Eyre: An Autobiography. They return this summer with a radical new interpretation of the HG Wells classic The Time Machine, in which a Victorian time traveller transcends across the ages from 1900 to our own far future – from the fall of man to the end of the world. Can we change the future? Or has the end already begun?
Venue: Corn Exchange
25 Jul 2018 to 28 Jul 2018
Awful Auntie
Bournemouth, Dorset
When Stella sets off to visit London with her parents, Lord and Lady Saxby, she has no idea her life is in danger!
Waking up three months later, only her Aunt Alberta can tell Stella what has happened. But not everything Alberta tells her turns out to be true and Stella quickly discovers she’s in for the fight of her life against her very own awful Auntie!
From the award-winning West End producers of Gangsta Granny comes the world premiere of David Walliams’ amazing tale of frights, ...
27 Jul 2018 to 28 Jul 2018
Beer & Bluegrass Festival
Poole, Dorset
Our Festival is a musical celebration of Bluegrass and roots of Bluegrass, featuring some of world’s finest musicians with a Beer and Cider Festival complete with excellent home-cooked food.
25 Jul 2018 to 28 Jul 2018
City of Dreams
Swanage, Dorset
This July, Ranger Productions will be celebrating 50 years of shows at the Mowlem Theatre, Swanage with their production ‘City of Dreams’. Over the years the school has delighted audiences with full scale ballets and performances showcasing all aspects of dance and musical theatre.
This anniversary production is the brainchild of Caroline McCrory, daughter of June Ranger. Act 1 is an original ballet set in 1930s Ireland and New York and tells the story of three young brothers searching ...
24 Jul 2018 to 28 Jul 2018
Dorset Opera Festival
Blandford, Dorset
24 July 2018 | Dorset Opera Festival: Le Cid | 19:00 The Coade Theatre, Bryanston
25 July 2018 | Dorset Opera Festival: La bohème | 19:00 The Coade Theatre, Bryanston
26 July 2018 | Dorset Opera Festival: Le Cid | 19:00 The Coade Theatre, Bryanston
27 July 2018 | Dorset Opera Festival: La bohème | 19:00 The Coade Theatre, Bryanston
28 July 2018 | Dorset Opera Festival: Le Cid | 14:00 The Coade Theatre, Bryanston
28 July 2018
Lions Club All Day Street Busk
Weymouth, Dorset
The Weymouth and Portland Lions Club will be holding their annual “Busk” in the town centre on Saturday 28th July, raising funds for the Lions Charity Fund. The Busk will be fronted by 'Replay' and includes a full line-up to whet your appetite:
Matt Lock – Guitarist
Ken Watkins – Guitarist
Tony Lowe – With his crooner style blend of classic Sinatra, Bublé and Tom Jones songs
Brian Lincoln – Irish songs
Ukeholics
Maisie Sheridan
Karen Thornton and Annie Lewis – Saxophone
Bill Solo – ...
28 July 2018
Razz at the Movies
Weymouth, Dorset
Razzamataz Theatre School Weymouth is proud to present 'Razz at The Movies!'
Two fantastic shows full of song, dance and drama inspired by the greatest movies of all time. Featuring the talented students from Razzamataz Theatre School Weymouth.
Minis and Juniors: 1pm
Inters and Seniors: 7.30pm
22 Jul 2018 to 28 Jul 2018
Weymouth Lifeboat Week
Weymouth, Dorset
Lots of events throughout the week - all raising money for the RNLI.
27 Jul 2018 to 29 Jul 2018
Bridport Folk Festival
Bridport, Dorset
The programme planning for the second Bridport Folk festival is well under way.
July 27th to 29th being the revised dates will favour many of the stalwart Festival goers as it is set between the more established Festivals along the south coast.
26 Jul 2018 to 29 Jul 2018
Camp Bestival
Lulworth, Dorset
Dorset's favourite family festival returns!
26 Jun 2018 to 29 Jul 2018
Cerne Abbas Music Festival
Dorchester, Dorset
Cerne Abbas Music Festival features chamber music, performed in the beautiful Dorset village by The Gaudier Ensemble – a group of international musicians.
28 Jul 2018 to 29 Jul 2018
Great Dorset Chilli Festival
Wimborne, Dorset
Bringing the exciting world of chillies to the beautiful surroundings of Wimborne in Dorset for the seventh year, the Dorset Chilli Festival is a great day out for chilli enthusiasts, food lovers and families. Held with the kind permission of the Earl of Shaftesbury at St Giles Park, we’ve lined up a glorious weekend of “chilli fiesta”, with stalls selling all things chilli, from pepper plants to cayenne condiments; seeds to ceramics; plus cooking demonstrations; talks on growing chillies; ...
29 July 2018
Legends Match and Family Day
Weymouth, Dorset
Weymouth FC Legends vs AFC Bournemouth Legends at the Bob Lucas Stadium, Weymouth.
Join the ‘Legends’ for this exclusive charity match raising money for Weldmar Hospicecare.
£1.00 from each ticket sold will be donated to the charity.
Kick off is at 3.00pm and entrance is pay on the day only.
This event has kindly been organised on behalf of Weldmar Hospicecare
29 July 2018
Metropole Street Market: Summer Circus
Bournemouth, Dorset
The Metropole Street Market is a quintessentially eccentric ensemble of all things creative & delicious.
Be amazed by the colour and the fanfare of a Bournemouth street circus bonanza. It will feature captivating children’s entertainers, triumphal tunes and tantalising treats. Expect a day of magic, music, comedy, fun and laughter, alongside the traditional circus foodie favourites such as popcorn, candy floss and hot dogs!
28 Jul 2018 to 29 Jul 2018
Mudeford Arts Festival
Christchurch, Dorset
Local artists, craft stalls, fun activities for children, refreshments and entertainment make Mudeford Arts Festival a real family must-visit affair.
Venue: Mudeford Quay Green.
29 July 2018
NGS Open Garden: Manor Farm, Hampreston
Wimborne, Dorset
Traditional farmhouse garden designed and cared for by 3 generations of the Trehane family through over 100 years of farming and gardening at Hampreston. Garden is noted for its herbaceous borders and rose beds within box and yew hedges. Mature shrubbery, water and bog garden.
Open 1pm to 5pm. Home-made teas.
Adults £4 (children free).
Address: Hampreston, Wimborne BH21 7LX
29 July 2018
Outdoor Theatre: The Reluctant Dragon
Highcliffe Castle,
Christchurch, Dorset
The Quantum Theatre Company presents this beloved classic story.
A young boy befriends a poetry-loving dragon living in the Downs above his home.
When the town-folk send for St. George to slay the dragon, the boy needs to come up with a clever plan to save his friend and convince the townsfolk to accept him….
Venue: Highcliffe Castle
27 Jul 2018 to 29 Jul 2018
Poole Harbour Festival
Poole, Dorset
Three-day family, food and music festival held at Baiter Harbourside Park.
26 Jul 2018 to 29 Jul 2018
The Great Brick Adventure
Bournemouth, Dorset
New for summer 2018 - The Great Brick Adventure - be creative with LEGO© bricks - will exhibit Mythical Beasts and The Great Brick Safari at Bournemouth International Centre.
Visitors can experience fantastical creatures from myth and legend and explore stunning life-like models of animals displayed in realistic jungle scenes.
Enter the Dragon’s Lair (if you dare!), step back in time and encounter The Labyrinth, help build Harriet the Hippo or check-out the scorpions and creepy ...
29 July 2018
Warm Festival
Dorchester, Dorset
It's nearly time for the Warm Festival, organised by the Steve Charles Help a Friend Fund, which is a local charity from Dorchester that helps people in the west Dorset, Weymouth and Portland areas who have financial difficulties resulting from medical problems.
There is live music, food stalls, bar, raffle and the oportunity to join our 200CLUB.
So bring along friends and family and relax on the lovely lawns in the Borough Gardens listening to the live bands.
12 noon to 7pm.
27 Jul 2018 to 29 Jul 2018
Weymouth Beach Volleyball Classic
Weymouth, Dorset
Weymouth Beach Volleyball Classic will take place from 27th to 29th July.
31 July 2018
Dream Machines - Poole Quay
Poole, Dorset
The UK’s biggest and best weekly bike meet takes places on Poole Quay every Tuesday from 6pm. This popular motorbike event runs from the first Tuesday in April to the end of September.
The event creates a unique, exciting atmosphere as bikers and spectators enjoy a relaxed evening on Poole Quay. The backdrop of the quay and harbour offers the perfect location and there is a great selection of waterside cafes, bars, restaurants and food kiosks offering refreshment, many with bike night ...
31 July 2018
Summer Fun & Magic Show
Wimborne Model Town,
Wimborne, Dorset
Mervyn Cole is back for the summer with his show of jokes, giggles, magic and the odd balloon or two!
There are two shows today at 12noon and 2pm, lasting approx 35 minutes and suitable for all the family.
There are no additional charges but do try to arrive at least 15 minutes before the performance to grab a seat.
30 Jul 2018 to 31 Jul 2018
Summer Panto: Pirates of the Pavilion
Weymouth, Dorset
Following 2017’s record-breaking summer season, Made-to-Measure Productions are delighted to be returning to Weymouth Pavilion with a brand new Swashbuckling Pantomime production of PIRATES OF THE PAVILION!
Featuring spectacular scenery, toe-tapping songs, breath-taking special effects courtesy of THE TWINS FX, and a full supporting cast of local dancers, this is a hilarious family summer pantomime you’d be sharkbait to miss! Get ready for rib-tickling laughter and bags of audience ...
01 August 2018
Outdoor Theatre: The Importance of Being Earnest
Highcliffe Castle,
Christchurch, Dorset
“You must not laugh at me, darling, but it had always been a girlish dream of mine to love someone whose name was Ernest…” Everybody loves Ernest. The only trouble is, he doesn’t exist. Or does he? Oscar Wilde’s comic masterpiece got The Pantaloons treatment in our anarchic take on the classic comedy of manners.
This energetic show features all the usual Wildean wit, plus a few Pantaloony surprises!
Theatre company: The Pantaloons
When: Wednesday 1st August 2018
Time: 7pm
Where: On ...
01 August 2018
PJ Masks Owlette & Gekko at Adventure Wonderlnd
Adventure Wonderland,
Christchurch, Dorset
Visit Adventure Wonderland on 1st August when PJ Mask's Ow;ette and Gekko will be making appearances at intervals throughout the day.
(Please note: the character appearances are limited to five sessions at intervals throughout the day. Each session lasts approximately 30 minutes. The queue line will be closed as soon as we reach capacity for each session. Although a lot of planning goes in to these events, we are unable to guarantee every child will be able to meet the character. The ...
02 August 2018
Dino Day
Portland, Dorset
Dino Day is a children’s activity day at Portland Museum, with many different Dinosaur craft-based activities for children of all ages.
There will be home baking and drinks available to enjoy for lunch or treat yourself to cake! You are also welcome to bring your own food and enjoy it in our garden.
02 August 2018
Last Night of the BSO Proms
Weymouth, Dorset
Join Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra for another evening celebrating the best selection of classical music, followed by all the perennial Proms favourites including Jerusalem, British Sea Songs and Land of Hope and Glory!
Full programme to be announced.
The theatre seating is split into four price tiers:
A) £25.50, B) £22.50, C) £19, D) £13.
Venue: Pavilion Theatre
02 August 2018
Punch & Judy Family Fun Shows
Wimborne Model Town,
Wimborne, Dorset
Take your places early for our Thursday summer Punch & Judy show with performances at 12 noon Merv & 2pm.
"Professor" Mervyn Cole will be presenting all the usual puppets but how does he make that Mr Punch sound? You will have to join us at Wimborne Model Town to find out!
There is no extra charge to see the show but come early to get a seat.
02 August 2018
Rockley Summer Spectacular
Poole, Dorset
Get down to Poole Quay for 7pm and enjoy live music, family entertainment and a firework finale at 10pm. The event is sponsored by Rockley Park.
03 August 2018
Bournemouth Friday Fireworks
Bournemouth, Dorset
Starting at 10pm from Bournemouth Pier, we know you’ll love watching the skies light up!
Firework dates for this year are as follows: 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th August.
03 August 2018
Cider Festival
Portland, Dorset
Come and try some of the 30+ ciders we will be offering on 3rd August.
Relax in our garden and enjoy great pub food with your drinks whilst raising money for Portland's Red Triangle cricket club.
03 August 2018
Junior Festival
Weymouth, Dorset
Junior Festival is Weymouth’s new music festival dedicated to young bands and performers!
Held at Redlands Sport Hub.
28 Jul 2018 to 03 Aug 2018
Lyme Regis Lifeboat Week
Lyme Regis, Dorset
Lyme Regis Lifeboat Week is a week full of fun, from a Teddy Bears' Picnic, pavement art to swimming in the bay. There will be various displays, music evenings, fireworks, a parachute display by the Parachute Regiment's 'Red Devils', and the popular duck race. Lyme Regis Lifeboat Week certainly has something for everyone!
03 August 2018
Quay For My Car
Poole, Dorset
A different marque of car each week from 6pm on Poole Quay.
The event offers free entry onto the quayside for the car owners who fit the theme for that particular evening. With a stunning backdrop of the Quay and Poole Harbour it is the perfect location for owners to show off their vehicles.
04 August 2018
Macmillan Caring Locally Summer Marquee Ball
Christchurch, Dorset
We are delighted to invite you to the inaugral Macmillan Caring Locally Summer Marquee Gala Ball, this year to be headlined by 2013 X Factor winner Sam Bailey.
This black tie event will include entertainment, a 3-course meal and a full performance from our superb and very popular guest.
The evening will feature fundraising on behalf of the charity's' "Brick by Brick" campaign.
Tickets for this highly anticipated evening are just £55 per person or £500 for a table of ...
30 Jul 2018 to 04 Aug 2018
Musical Comedy: Hairspray
Bournemouth, Dorset
The smash hit musical comedy Hairspray is coming to Bournemouth's Pavilion Theatre with a production guaranteed to have you dancing the night away!
It’s Baltimore, 1962 where Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart, is on a mission to follow her dreams and dance her way onto national TV. Tracy’s audition makes her a local star and soon she is using her new-found fame to fight for equality, bagging local heartthrob Link Larkin along the way!
This irresistible ...
28 Jul 2018 to 04 Aug 2018
Swanage Regatta & Carnival Week
Swanage, Dorset
For one week at the end of July and the beginning of August, Swanage will be radiating to the sound, fun and excitement of the annual Regatta & Carnival, the South Coast’s Premier event.
This ‘must do’ attraction has so much to offer everyone, from the magnificent two-mile carnival procession, vibrant with dance, sound and colour, to the beat of live bands playing on the Main Stage and in the carnival marquee.
02 Aug 2018 to 04 Aug 2018
Things We Do For Love
Wimborne, Dorset
Returning for their seventh summer, DRAMATIC PRODUCTIONS proudly present WIMBORNE REP 2018 AT THE TIVOLI THEATRE.
THINGS WE DO FOR LOVE - a romping classic by Alan Ayckbourn.
Barbara’s well-ordered existence gets torn asunder when her monumentally needy pal, Nikki, and fiancé Hamish come to stay. Love isn’t easy and they all end up with bruises and broken bones to prove it!
Starring Russell Biles, Celia Muir, Mark Freestone and Julia Saville as ‘Barbara’
Directed by Tracy Jane Murrey
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11 Jun 2018
Extraordinary Events in Extraordinary Places
Spectacular, mainly free open-air entertainment for all the family. Inside Out Dorset takes place from 14th to 22nd September. Activate present extraordinary outdoor performance and make inspirational, high quality arts events happen in venues (indoors and outdoors) across the region. Their aim is to inspire young and old to make and be part of, extraordinary, transformational arts.
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26 Mar 2018
The popular Resort Dorset magazine for 2018 is out today. Our free title offers visitors the chance to discover all the best things to see and do across the county.
Resort is packed with great attractions, activities, food and drink, shopping, events and more ideas for great days out. You'll also find lots of money-saving vouchers!
Keep an eye out for the bright yellow dispensers and pick up your copy soon - they'll be found in many hotels, holiday parks, shops, ... Read more...
21 Mar 2018
If you're looking for live music in Dorset during 2018 then you're in luck! The county has a host of festivals celebrating the best of rock, pop, jazz, folk, blues... whatever your taste in music, there's bound to be a music festival or event featured here for you!
Many of the events are free to attend, so there's no excuse not to take in some of the best sounds the county has to offer this year.
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