Weymouth Pirate Festival
When? 03 Oct 2025 to 05 Oct 2025
Where? Weymouth
AHOY! Weymouth Pirate Fest 2025
Weymouth will be taken over by pirates once more as The Dolmen present Weymouth Pirate Fest 2025 — a weekend of live music, parades, and family fun across the town, proudly sponsored by We Are Weymouth (BID).
When: 3–5 October 2025
Where: Various venues across Weymouth Harbour and town
Highlights include:
Friday night launch: The Dolmen live aboard the historic galleon Nao Victoria and The Old Time Sailors at the Pavilion Theatre
Tall ships in the harbour: Nao Victoria and local favourite The Moonfleet
Weekend festivities: Pirate parades, live music, street performers, storytelling, history talks, and children’s activities at venues including The Nothe Fort, Palm House and Library
Fancy dress welcome — dig out your sashes, ribbons and sea-faring finery.
For full listings and updates see the website.
More information:
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