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26 Jul 2024 to 27 Jul 2024
BSO Proms in the Park
Bournemouth, Dorset
Proms in the Park is back at Meyrick Park for another fantastic weekend of music and fireworks and two spectacular concerts.
On Friday 26 July we have our Classical Extravaganza with some of the best classical music ever written including Rimsky- Korsakov’s Scheherazade, John Williams’ Jurassic Park, The Last Samurai by Hans Zimmer, other masterpieces by Johann Strauss, Bach and Grieg. and ending in an explosive finale with Wagner’s rousing Ride of the Valkyries.
Saturday 27 July sees ...
27 July 2024
Midsummer Murder at the Museum
Museum of East Dorset,
Wimborne, Dorset
It is July 1962, and you are invited to a garden party at the Priest House by the tenacious Hilda Coles to promote the opening of her new museum. A glittering array of local notables are invited to the opening but are all the guests quite as they seem? Are there grudges still lurking within the local history societies?
As the speeches begin in the garden, one of the guests of honour is still missing, and on investigation, they are found murdered. The public must help investigate this ...
27 July 2024
Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
Tickets: £32.50
7:30pm - Theatre
When Sarah Millican was a bairn, she wouldn’t say boo to a goose. Quiet at school, not many friends, no boobs til she was 16. Now? NOW she is loud, with good friends, a cracking rack and goose booing all over the shop.
In Late Bloomer, Sarah’s brand-new stand-up show, she explores how one became the other. Plus, lots of stuff about dinners and lady gardens. Come along, laugh at her, with her, beside her.
Not suitable for under 16s
26 Jul 2024 to 28 Jul 2024
Bridport Folk Festival
Bridport, Dorset
A weekend of music and dance in brilliant Bridport.
25 Jul 2024 to 28 Jul 2024
Camp Bestival
Lulworth, Dorset
Camp Bestival will once again take place at the majestic Lulworth Castle, set against the backdrop of England’s dramatic Jurassic coastline in Dorset.
With music to tickle all taste buds and much much more, stand up comedy, DJ sets, and a fantastic line up for the little ones this is a festival not to be missed.
13 Jul 2024 to 28 Jul 2024
CBA Festival of Archaeology
Dorset Museum & Art Gallery,
Dorchester, Dorset
Co-ordinated by the Council for British Archaeology, the Festival offers hundreds of events nationwide, organised by museums, heritage organisations, national and country parks, universities, local societies, and community archaeologists.
This year our Festival of Archaeology theme will be Archaeology and Community
The Council for British Archaeology (CBA) will be celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2024 – the perfect opportunity for us all to celebrate the incredible grassroots ...
26 Jul 2024 to 28 Jul 2024
Poole Harbour Festival
Poole, Dorset
Family and live music festival with over 50 live acts, family entertainment and activities over 3 days!
26 Jul 2024 to 28 Jul 2024
Shaftesbury Fringe
Shaftesbury, Dorset
Shaftesbury Fringe is back from the 26th to 28th July 2024!
We’ll have music, comedy, dance, theatre, poetry and everything in between! Our venues range from historic churches to cosy cafes and local pubs.
27 Jul 2024 to 28 Jul 2024
Weymouth Food & Family Festival
Weymouth, Dorset
Weymouth Food & Family Festival is returning to Lodmoor Country Park, DT4 7SX (just behind Sandworld), on Saturday the 27th of July from 10 am to 6.00 pm and Sunday the 28th of July from 10 am to 5 pm. With entertainments including a live music stage, companion dog shows, circus skills workshop, bubble parties, cooking demonstrations from our ‘Comedy Chef duo’, a chilli eating competition, a ‘verses food’ competition, dance performances, fun fair and free garden games we have plenty to keep ...
29 July 2024
Weymouth Summer Fireworks
Weymouth, Dorset
Weymouth Town Council is hosting five spectacular firework displays over Weymouth seafront in July and August. The free events will take place on the following dates:
Monday 29th July
Monday 5th August
Monday 12th August
Monday 19th August
Monday 26th August
Come and spend an evening in Weymouth, enjoy the seafront attractions and local hospitality before the firework display takes place across Weymouth Bay at around 9.30pm.
31 July 2024
Fish and Chips Cruise
Swanage, Dorset
Embark on an early evening circular cruise to Poole Harbour with City Cruises, departing from Swanage Pier. All proceeds will go towards supporting the work of Swanage Pier Trust
The cruise offers vast panoramas of sky, sea, and sand as you pass Old Harry Rocks, Studland Bay, Sandbanks and into Poole, Europe's Largest natural harbour.
Fish and chips will be served on the boat at Poole before heading back to Swanage.
£27.50 per person (Includes fish and chips at Poole)
Depart 6.30pm ...
31 July 2024
MONORAIL 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
Beaulieu,
New Forest, Dorset
Join us at Beaulieu as we mark the Monorail's 50th anniversary on the 31 July with a special day of celebrations and activities!
We’re hosting a feast of anniversary celebrations and you’re invited! With special guests including The Wombles, live entertainment, fun family activities, new Monorail merch and much more, you won’t want to miss this special occasion!
30 Jul 2024 to 01 Aug 2024
New Forest & Hampshire County 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.
Say hello to farmers competing with their prized livestock;
watch cattle and sheep being awarded with rosettes in the rings; and taste deliciously fresh food and drink from Hampshire’s finest local producers.
Admire first-hand forestry skills from the country’s best known lumberjack display team.
and so much more.
01 August 2024
Poole Quay Summer Fireworks
Poole, Dorset
Get your groove on for the Summer Spectacular Fireworks as fabulous FREE live music, entertainment and fireworks come to Poole Quay this summer!
Organised by BCP Council and supported by Poole Quay Events.
The event brings a party atmosphere to Poole’s continental quayside with live music, entertainment and family fun before finishing with a summer firework finale over the largest natural harbour in Europe at 10PM!
Entertainment will include live music, family street entertainment, ...
02 August 2024
Car Nights on Poole Quay
Poole, Dorset
Poole Quay hosts a unique, themed car event every Friday evening from 6pm – 9pm, putting a great selection of popular car marques in the spotlight.
'Car Nights on Poole Quay' create a bustling, lively atmosphere that can be enjoyed by owners as they mingle with fellow enthusiasts and spectators who want to catch a glimpse of the line up. All who attend will be spoilt for choice with the Quay’s great selection of continental café bars, traditional pubs and fine dining restaurants.
The ...
02 August 2024
Murder Mystery Evening
Swanage Railway,
Swanage, Dorset
Join Swanage Railway and The Irregular Special Players for an interactive evening of crime and detection. “It’s locomotory, my dear Watson”.
Enjoy a Sherlock Holmes mystery with a difference performed in period costume on a period train. Join in the fun as you become suspects in this interactive mystery. Witness the discovery of the body, hunt for clues, and solve the crime while enjoying drinks and treats as you travel on the Swanage Railway.
On arrival you will be given a glass of ...
02 August 2024
Shire Hall Summer Fete
Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum,
Dorchester, Dorset
Join us for a fantastic Summer Fete at Shire Hall Museum!
Perfect for all ages, our fete offers a wide range of fun activities including traditional games, crafts and delicious food.
Explore the historic cells and courtroom at Shire Hall Museum while enjoying a wonderful day out with family and friends.
Mark your calendars and come celebrate summer with us at Shire Hall Museum. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event!
Entry to the Summer Fete is included with a Museum ticket.
02 August 2024
The Absolutely Dragulous Show (18+)
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
This August "The Disco Tour" comes to Weymouth Pavilion…
The Absolutely Dragulous Show Returns with a Bang!
Ladies and gentlemen…it's time to put on your dancing shoes because The Absolutely Dragulous Show is back and better than ever
This year's tour, aptly titled "The Disco Tour," guarantees a high-energy extravaganza that will leave you dancing all night long.
From the dazzling costumes to the larger-than-life performances…The Absolutely Dragulous Show never disappoints!
We ...
03 August 2024
Athelhampton - The Secret Garden, Outdoor Theatre
Athelhampton House & Gardens,
Dorchester, Dorset
Join Mary, Colin and Dickon as they tell you the story of their favourite place in the world - The Secret Garden.
A brand new re-imagining of the classic Frances Hodgson Burnett book brought to you by The Plandits. Suitable for anyone aged 6+ who loves literature and the great outdoors, this heartfelt, energetic show is full of original music, puppetry, interaction and laughs. As the three characters discover the transforming power of being active, the magic of nature and the joy of play, ...
03 August 2024
Bridport Colour Day
Bridport Historic Street Market,
Bridport, Dorset
A chance to show off your brightest colours while enjoying Bridport's Historic Street Market
03 August 2024
Dorset Food & Arts Festival Market
Dorchester, Dorset
The Dorset Food and Arts Festival is back on the menu, and ready to champion the best of Dorset and showcase a great line up of local food, drink, art, craft and community talent.
Join us on Saturday 3 August from 10 – 3 on the Great Field in Poundbury, as we bring together a FREE mini ‘pop-up’ festival market!
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 stallholders, ...
03 August 2024
Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny (16+)
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy. Jimmy Carr is going back on tour with his brand-new show ‘Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny’.
Jimmy tells jokes, and jokes are like magnets.
Jokes attract people, but they can also repel.
Some people are repelled by Jimmy's dark brand of comedy. This show is not for them.
But if it's the kind of thing you like, then this is the kind of thing you’ll like.
‘Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny’ will be 90 minutes of solid jokes, no ...
03 August 2024
Songs in the Summer
Nothe Fort,
Weymouth, Dorset
Come join us at Nothe Fort for a fun-filled evening of live music under the stars at our Songs In The Summer event with Wessex Musical Theatre!
Get ready to groove to your favourite tunes under the stars with friends and family. This in-person event promises to be a night to remember, filled with great music and good vibes. Bring your a picnic and don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy the summer with some fantastic melodies.
Grab your tickets now and get ready to sing along! See ...
03 August 2024
Stompin' on the Quomps
Christchurch, Dorset
An afternoon and evening of live jazz on Christchurch Quay.
Each year, a host of local food and drink producers provide a wide selection of culinary delights for our audience.
27 Jul 2024 to 03 Aug 2024
Swanage Carnival
Swanage, Dorset
Swanage Carnival is the premier Carnival on the south coast.
Self funded and run solely by volunteers, Swanage Carnival is full of fun-filled entertainment across eight days.
28 Jul 2024 to 03 Aug 2024
Weymouth Lifeboat Week
Weymouth, Dorset
Weymouth Lifeboat Week - 28th July to 3rd August 2024
We continue our 200 celebrations with Weymouth lifeboat week.
Commencing Sunday 28 July with activities then going on throughout the week in and around the harbour - we hope you will join us for as many of them as you can, events include:
Sunday - Parachute display approx 5.30pm between the clock and pleasure pier, followed by the Boat Blessing at 7.30pm on the south harbourside.
Monday - RNLI funday at Nothe Gardens starting ...
03 Aug 2024 to 04 Aug 2024
Beaulieu Supercar Weekend
Beaulieu,
New Forest, Dorset
We are pleased to announce the return of Beaulieu Supercar Weekend on Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th August 2024; the must-see family spectacular that brings some of the world’s most exclusive and desirable motors to Beaulieu.
Join us for one of the biggest Supercar events on the south coast. It is a must for all supercar enthusiasts, providing an opportunity to see these impressive motors up close!
04 August 2024
Beautiful Trauma - The Ultimate P!NK Experience
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
International award-winning P!nk impersonator, Stacy Green, is joined live on stage, with the phenomenal Vertigo Band, to recreate the excitement and majesty that makes P!nk the modern legend and inspiration she has come to be known as.
Experience the energy and fun as P!nk’s biggest hits are replicated with a full dedicated light show, authentic replica costumes, props and motion backdrops and a full production to ‘Get The Party Started’
Sing and dance as all the hits are covered from ...
31 Jul 2024 to 04 Aug 2024
Galeón Andalucía Tall Ship at Poole Quay
Poole, Dorset
A rare opportunity to step aboard the magnificent Galeón Andalucía during it's visit to Poole, Dorset in July/August!
The Galeón Andalucía is the replica of the ship used by the Spanish during the XVI to XVIII centuries, in the maritime expeditions of discovery and inter-oceanic trade between Spain, America and the Philippines of the so-called fleets of the Indies.
The visit to the Galleon consists of a self-guided walking tour. Once on board, you are free to wander its decks, talk to ...
04 August 2024
Teddy Bear Picnic
Bridport, Dorset
Teddy Bear Picnic 11am-3 pm on The Millennium Green, Mountfield.
Stalls, Games, Competitions, Quizzes, Refreshments. Crowning of Royalty 1.00pm.
A Bridport Carnival event.
05 August 2024
Weymouth Summer Fireworks
Weymouth, Dorset
Weymouth Town Council is hosting five spectacular firework displays over Weymouth seafront in July and August. The free events will take place on the following dates:
Monday 29th July
Monday 5th August
Monday 12th August
Monday 19th August
Monday 26th August
Come and spend an evening in Weymouth, enjoy the seafront attractions and local hospitality before the firework display takes place across Weymouth Bay at around 9.30pm.
04 Aug 2024 to 08 Aug 2024
Creepy Crawlies Week
Mapperton House and Gardens,
Beaminster, Dorset
Creepy Crawlies Week – Unveil the Wonders of the Natural World!
Get ready to embark on a thrilling adventure into the captivating realm of Creepy Crawlies! This August, join us for an engaging and interactive exploration of the incredible world of creatures from across the globe. It’s time to embrace the innate curiosity that resides in every human, as we bring nature alive in the most fascinating way.
Date: Sunday 4th – Thursday 8th August
Time: Normal Opening Hours
Location: ...
08 August 2024
Joe Pasquale: The New Normal - 40 Years of Cack...
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
Joe Pasquale has been showing off on stage for over 40 years and he's bringing his favourite things for another airing to show that things have never been normal...If you have ever wondered why chicken breasts don't have nipples? Then this show is for you...
This show includes a Q&A
All tickets £25
7:30pm - Theatre
08 August 2024
Poole Quay Summer Fireworks
Poole, Dorset
Get your groove on for the Summer Spectacular Fireworks as fabulous FREE live music, entertainment and fireworks come to Poole Quay this summer!
Organised by BCP Council, sponsored by the Poole Quay Patronage Partners:
City Cruises, Custom House, Da Vinci’s, Dolphin Quays, Dorset Cruises, Oriel, Poole Arms, Quay Amusements, St Tropez Lounge, The Lord Nelson, Poole Speedway and Greenslade Pleasure Boats.
The event brings a party atmosphere to Poole’s continental quayside with live ...
08 August 2024
Ultimate Pro Wrestling Beach Bash
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
UPW shocked the UK Pro Wrestling scene when we announced the biggest show of the Summer UPW Beach Bash will be headlined by the very nice and very evil Danhausen. Buy tickets early to avoid disappointment.
Front Row £23 (SOLD OUT!), Standard £19, Child £19
7pm - Ocean Room
09 August 2024
Car Nights on Poole Quay
Poole, Dorset
Poole Quay hosts a unique, themed car event every Friday evening from 6pm – 9pm, putting a great selection of popular car marques in the spotlight.
'Car Nights on Poole Quay' create a bustling, lively atmosphere that can be enjoyed by owners as they mingle with fellow enthusiasts and spectators who want to catch a glimpse of the line up. All who attend will be spoilt for choice with the Quay’s great selection of continental café bars, traditional pubs and fine dining restaurants.
The ...
09 August 2024
Summer Bingo Party with Anyway Up Bingo! (18+)
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
£20
8pm - Ocean Room
Anyway up bingo, an unmissable night of bingo as you’ve never seen before mixed in with epic singalongs - on-stage dance-offs and much more!!
You will have the chance to win some “life-changing” prizes ( and some well-dodgy ones )
Book now for an unforgettable party night!!
Please note: Tickets are only valid for Friday 9th August, they cannot be exchanged for a sold out Bingo show.
10 August 2024
Abbotsbury Summer Fete
Abbotsbury, Dorset
The Abbotsbury fete is back this year, and we would love to see you there.
This year's fete will have
🚛 vintage vehicles
🛍 a range of stalls
🥅 activities for children
🐕 and the added fun of a dog show!
10 August 2024
Dorset One World Festival
Dorchester, Dorset
Dorset One World Festival is back once again to celebrate the diversity of cultures in Dorset through world music, dance, food, and activities.
This free event will be held on Saturday 10th August from 11am-4pm at Dorchester’s Borough Gardens and will feature a programme of traditional and modern music involving our local communities. Come and marvel to the beautiful sounds of the sitar, listen to wonderful traditional songs from Ukraine, enjoy the sounds of traditional Syrian and Kurdish ...
10 August 2024
Johnny 2 Bad - A Live Tribute to UB40 (18+)
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
Johnny2Bad aka are an 8 piece band from Birmingham, UK, who perform the music of UK Reggae legends UB40 ( endorsed by Ali Campbell himself), presenting their spectacular, electrifying high energy live shows with a Unique twist, doing all the Hits and Classics, including: Here I Am, Homely Girl, Happens Again, Kingston Town, Baby Come Back, Can't Help Falling in Love, Red Red Wine, Cherry oh Baby, One in Ten, Food for Thought, and much more to audiences in both the UK and Europe ( with the ...
02 Aug 2024 to 10 Aug 2024
Lyme Regis Carnival
Lyme Regis, Dorset
2nd Aug: Lyme Regis Carnival Week starts with a bang as Lyme Regis harbour offers an awe-inspiring backdrop for this magnificent display of sound and light.
In the following days there will be fun throughout the town with a dog show, children's beach treasure hunt, welly wanging, a sailing regatta, grand carnival procession and torchlight procession and lots more.
Check out the carnival website for more details.
10 August 2024
Outdoor Theatre: Peter Pan
Museum of East Dorset,
Wimborne, Dorset
Dorset based SISATA transports you to Neverland like you have never seen it before. Inspired by the Isle of Portland off the Jurassic Coast, meet the natives of Portland, pirates and smugglers and a prehistoric Jurassic monster intent on consuming the rest of Hook.
Come early to take part and play a role in this playful and honest adaptation of J. M. Barrie’s timeless tale with original live music and song.
In this ultimate battle of the generations, the fresh, innovative youth take on ...
10 August 2024
Showaddywaddy - 50th Anniversary Concert Tour
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
This tour celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Showaddywaddy.
‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement, but Showaddywaddy have lived up to that title for the last 5 decades!
Formed in Leicester in 1973 from an amalgamation of several local bands, Showaddywaddy have gone on to sell more than 20 million records and tour all four corners of the globe.
Their 50th Anniversary shows will be dynamic and uplifting, featuring all their greatest hits, many of which ...
11 August 2024
50 Years of Fender
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
David Knight presents an evening of celebration for the world’s most iconic guitar - the Fender Stratocaster - and the hits that defined its undeniable sound.
Spanning the instrument’s most important 5 decades, and featuring music from the likes of Bon Jovi, Dire Straits, Buddy Holly, The Shadows, Bryan Adams, Pink Floyd and many more alike, 50 Years of Fender will have the dancers in the aisles and the guitar fans mesmerised.
The unique two hour show is presented by charismatic ...
09 Aug 2024 to 11 Aug 2024
Christchurch Carnival Weekend
Christchurch, Dorset
Christchurch Carnival is a FREE community event for you and your loved ones to come together.
Our purpose is to raise money for local non-profit organisations and charities.
Join us from 9th to 11th August at The Quay in Christchurch. Together we can have a fun-filled weekend making a difference in our community.
As you enjoy Carnival’s festivities please remember to support our chosen Charity Partners by giving what you can afford to.
To find our more about our fabulous Charity ...
10 Aug 2024 to 11 Aug 2024
Isle of Purbeck Model Railway Exhibition
Swanage, Dorset
n annual treat for Purbeck’s railway enthusiasts – this exciting model railway exhibition is held across a weekend in Harman’s Cross Village Hall.
There’ll be a number of highly-detailed designs and lovingly-created layouts to explore, with exhibitors coming from across the country to share their creations and chat to members of the public about all things railway.
It’s always a popular event and many choose to combine their visit with a trip on a steam or diesel train on the Swanage ...
12 August 2024
Weymouth Summer Fireworks
Weymouth, Dorset
Weymouth Town Council is hosting five spectacular firework displays over Weymouth seafront in July and August. The free events will take place on the following dates:
Monday 29th July
Monday 5th August
Monday 12th August
Monday 19th August
Monday 26th August
Come and spend an evening in Weymouth, enjoy the seafront attractions and local hospitality before the firework display takes place across Weymouth Bay at around 9.30pm.
13 August 2024
Outdoor Theatre: Pride & Prejudice
Beaulieu,
New Forest, Dorset
Enjoy an open-air production of Pride and Prejudice on Tuesday 13th August, as Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Jane Austen’s iconic novel with an evening of magical theatre in the Beaulieu grounds.
Step back in time over two hundred years and meet Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters as they navigate the mire of manners of Regency society. With stunning period costume, timeless wit, and a romantic original score, Chapterhouse’s Pride and Prejudice is a faithful telling of Austen’s ...
14 August 2024
Outdoor Theatre: Little Women
Beaulieu,
New Forest, Dorset
Enjoy an open-air production of Little Women on Wednesday 14th August, as Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Louisa May Alcott’s beloved coming of age story with an evening of magical theatre in the Beaulieu grounds.
Meet headstrong Jo March and her sisters Meg, Amy, and Beth. Each sister is determined to pursue her own path in life, but though their dreams may be different, their family ties remain as true as ever. An uplifting and heartfelt tale of the March sisters’ journey into ...
14 Aug 2024 to 15 Aug 2024
Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show
Shaftesbury, Dorset
The Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show is proud to be a showcase for agriculture, welcoming over 70 agricultural stands of which 15 are machinery allows us to not just be a fun day out but also a networking event, offering you the chance to meet with fellow farmers and farm workers but also with the dealers, buyers and suppliers for our region.
Find locally-produced cheese, sausages, cake, cider, pastries, coffee, fudge, flapjacks, gin and so much more in the Food & Drink Area. This Area will ...
15 August 2024
Outdoor Theatre; A Midsummer Night's Dream
Nothe Fort,
Weymouth, Dorset
The woods outside Athens are busy this night. Four young Athenian lovers are lost. Oberon and Titania, the king and queen of the fairy-folk, are quarrelling whilst a group of craftsmen (who also happen to be some not-so-very-talented actors) are meeting in secret to rehearse their play.
With its many parts, Shakespeare's story of love, mistaken identity and magic has remained popular with audiences across the world. Our critically acclaimed production returns this Summer to delight ...
15 August 2024
Poole Quay Summer Fireworks
Poole, Dorset
Get your groove on for the Summer Spectacular Fireworks as fabulous FREE live music, entertainment and fireworks come to Poole Quay this summer!
Organised by BCP Council, sponsored by the Poole Quay Patronage Partners:
City Cruises, Custom House, Da Vinci’s, Dolphin Quays, Dorset Cruises, Oriel, Poole Arms, Quay Amusements, St Tropez Lounge, The Lord Nelson, Poole Speedway and Greenslade Pleasure Boats.
The event brings a party atmosphere to Poole’s continental quayside with live ...
15 August 2024
THE ROCKET MAN - A Tribute to Sir Elton John
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
Pack your bags, strap yourself in, zero hour 7.30pm, for a night like no other as we celebrate Sir Elon John!
The Rocket Man is the world’s favourite celebration to a musical icon, playing to audiences all around the world and we are delighted to announce our UK tour for 2024.
So, catch a star if you can, and wish for something special as we ask you, are you ready for love?
No one else recreates the flamboyant megastar with as much vigour and brilliance.
Join us as The Rocket Man and ...
16 August 2024
Car Nights on Poole Quay
Poole, Dorset
Poole Quay hosts a unique, themed car event every Friday evening from 6pm – 9pm, putting a great selection of popular car marques in the spotlight.
'Car Nights on Poole Quay' create a bustling, lively atmosphere that can be enjoyed by owners as they mingle with fellow enthusiasts and spectators who want to catch a glimpse of the line up. All who attend will be spoilt for choice with the Quay’s great selection of continental café bars, traditional pubs and fine dining restaurants.
The ...
16 August 2024
Coldplace
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
The World's Leading Tribute to Coldplay
Coldplace - The World's Leading Tribute to Coldplay is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the music of one of the most successful bands of all time.
The only tribute to have worked for Coldplay, this outstanding band leads you through all your favourite Coldplay hits from the last 20+ years including Yellow, Paradise and A Sky full of Stars, right through to Higher Power and My Universe from their latest album, Music of the ...
17 August 2024
Murder Mystery Evening
Swanage Railway,
Swanage, Dorset
Join Swanage Railway and The Irregular Special Players for an interactive evening of crime and detection. “It’s locomotory, my dear Watson”.
Enjoy a Sherlock Holmes mystery with a difference performed in period costume on a period train. Join in the fun as you become suspects in this interactive mystery. Witness the discovery of the body, hunt for clues, and solve the crime while enjoying drinks and treats as you travel on the Swanage Railway.
On arrival you will be given a glass of ...
17 August 2024
The Bowie Experience
Weymouth Pavilion,
Weymouth, Dorset
The Bowie Experience are the best Bowie tribute band in the UK. They have toured extensively throughout the world with their critically acclaimed shows. This is a 2 hour show and The Bowie Experience’s set will be a true reflection on David Bowie’s long and eclectic career, mixing deep cuts with all-time fan favorites. With costume changes & a huge sound, this gig really is one for the true 'Diamond Dogs' and the dedicated 'Cat People'!
“Utterly, Utterly Brilliant" - Newcastle Evening ...
11 Aug 2024 to 18 Aug 2024
Bridport Carnival Week
Bridport, Dorset
A week of fun is guaranteed here in Bridport as the Carnival comes to town.
SUNDAY 11th
Crabbing competition at West Bay 10.45 am
TUESDAY 13th
Quiz at The Ropemakers 7.30pm
WEDNESDAY 14th
Bingo at The Beehive, Football Club. Doors open 6.30pm, Eyes down 7.30pm
FRIDAY 16th
Darts Competition at The Beehive Football Club 7.30pm
Fair – West Street Car Park
SATURDAY 17th
Golf Competition, at The Bridport & West Dorset Golf Club
The Wessex Military Band in Bucky Doo Square ...
10 Aug 2024 to 18 Aug 2024
Burton Bradstock Festival of Music & Art
Bridport, Dorset
The Burton Bradstock Festival of Music and Art takes places in mid-August, presenting an astonishing range of high quality events in just a few days, including orchestral concerts, evening and lunchtime recitals, jazz and World music, intimate late evening performances, and an art exhibition. Most of the concerts take place in Burton Bradstock’s exquisite 16th-century church.
Burton Bradstock village is just 3 miles west of Bridport.
17 Aug 2024 to 18 Aug 2024
New Forest Food Festival
New Forest, Dorset
Rich in local produce, artisan foodies and makers, internationally-renowned chefs and restaurants, unique skills and intricate crafts – this is the fantastic New Forest. And we’re bringing it all together across one fun-filled, delicious weekend this summer.
Venue: Hinton Admiral Events Field, Hinton Admiral.
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