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20 Oct 2026
Half-term Events in Dorset
October Half Term in Dorset 2026:
Best Family Days Out & Events
So, it’s the October half term and you may be wondering how you’re going to keep the kids...
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18 Oct 2026
Sen-Friendly Christmas Events in Dorset
Awaiting new event dates - we will update this article soon, September 2026.
For families looking for SEN-friendly Christmas events, we’ve put together a list of what’s...
14 Oct 2026
Dorset’s Christmas Markets and Festive Fairs
Dorset's Best Christmas Markets and Festive Fairs for 2026
Christmas markets in Dorset are back for 2026, bringing festive fairs and seasonal cheer to towns and villages across the...
28 Sep 2026
Bridport Market
Bridport's Historic Street Market
One of our favourite weekend treats is a visit to the fabulous Bridport Market. Running year-round every Wednesday and Saturday, it's one of...
10 Sep 2026
Six of the Best Autumn Walks in Dorset
Our favourite Dorset walks for Autumn
Autumn is a brilliant time to get out and explore Dorset on foot. The summer crowds have eased, after such a hot summer the countryside has...
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9 Sep 2026
Things to Do in Autumn in Dorset
Mapperton Gardens, Beaminster
Autumn is a brilliant time to visit Dorset. The summer crowds have eased, the countryside starts to turn golden and there’s still plenty going on across...
9 Sep 2026
Pumpkin Picking in Dorset
When autumn arrives, Dorset transforms into a picture-perfect countryside filled with crisp air, golden leaves, and of course – pumpkins! Whether you’re looking for the perfect...
5 Sep 2026
Halloween Events in Dorset
Spooktacular Halloween Events 2026!
The October half-term is now synonymous with Halloween and all the spooky fun that comes with it. If you’re planning to celebrate Halloween...
3 Sep 2026
Out of Season Breaks in Dorset
Autumn & Winter Breaks in Dorset
Dorset doesn't pack away its charm when the summer crowds head home. In fact, autumn and winter might just be the county's best-dressed...
3 Sep 2026
Autumn Colours in Dorset
Dorset in Full Colour
Moor Crichel - Scoop of Dorset
It’s that time of year again when nature provides us with that colourful spectacle that never ceases to delight and amaze. As...
2 Sep 2026
Wimborne Food Festival 2026
A Feast of Flavours in Wimborne
Wimborne is a charming town, loved for its independent shops, quaint model town, and incredible foodie spots – so it’s no surprise it has its...
1 Sep 2026
September Events in Dorset
September in Dorset: Events here, there and everywhere!
Image credit - Wave, Squidsoup. Dusk til Dark, Weymouth.
The children may have returned to school, but September’s...
18 Aug 2026
b-side festival 2026
"That Other Place" Comes to Portland
This September, Portland transforms into an open-air gallery of art, performance and pure island oddness for b-side Arts Festival,...
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17 Aug 2026
Dusk til Dark Weymouth
Dusk Til Dark Returns to Weymouth This September
Weymouth's much-loved Dusk Til Dark festival is back for its sixth year, running Thursday 24th to Saturday 26th September 2026....
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4 Aug 2026
Dorset's Family Fun Farm Park
Make Unforgettable Memories at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park
If you're looking for a fun-filled, family-friendly day out in Dorset, look no further than Farmer Palmer’s Farm...
8 Jul 2026
Weymouth Pavilion Summer 2026
Weymouth Pavilion - Things to do in Weymouth this Summer
Image credit - Loving Weymouth & Portland
No holiday to Weymouth is complete without a visit to the Weymouth Pavilion, the...
6 Jul 2026
Best Campsites in Dorset for Summer 2026
Sea views, farm stays and cooler days by the coast
Summer 2026 is shaping up to be a warm one, with the Met Office's latest outlook putting hot conditions as more likely than usual...
30 Jun 2026
Great Summer Savings
Great British Summer Savings: Cheaper Days Out Across Dorset This Summer
If you've been putting off a few family days out because of the cost, now's the time to get planning....
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Upcoming events in Dorset
Wed28thOct
Spooky Halloween Crafts and Games
Swanage
Thu29thOct
Halloween Quiz with Ultimate Party Nights
Weymouth
Thu29thOct
Not-So-Spooky Harbour Creature Crafts
Poole
Fri30thOct
Halloween Bingo'in CraZy
Weymouth
Fri30thOct
Haunted Harbour Cruise
Weymouth
Fri30thOct
Trunk 'n' Treat Halloween Parade
Weymouth
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