Dorset Events Calendar - Festivals, Exhibitions & Things to Do

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Our Dorset events calendar lets you easily browse and filter upcoming events in Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch, Wareham, Swanage, Studland, The Purbecks, Dorchester, Bridport, and across the county.

From major annual festivals to smaller local exhibitions, live shows, and community events, we’ve got all the inspiration you need for your visit, or to enjoy what’s happening near you if you live here.

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Sun 26 Apr

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Apr 26

Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise around Brownsea Island and Sandbanks throughout Summer and Winter.

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Apr 26

Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise around Swanage and Poole Quay across the 1st April ...

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Apr 26

Sunday Lunch at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

The Priory's traditional Sunday lunch with all the trimmings as you would expect, is one of your favourites.

Weekly Event

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Apr 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

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Apr 26

Scones & Sparkles on the Maunsells

At: Swanage Railway

A Delightful Journey Through the Isle of Purbeck

Recurring Event

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Apr 26

Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise

Time: From 11:45

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise around Poole and The Jurassic Coast across the 1st ...

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Apr 26

Quiz Night at The Britannia Parkstone

Time: From 18:30

At: The Britannia

Get your thinking caps on and your pints at the ready for The Britannia’s bi-weekly pub quiz, as we’ll be ...

Weekly Event

Mon 27 Apr

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Apr 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

Daily Event

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Apr 26

Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise around Swanage and Poole Quay across the 1st April ...

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Apr 26

Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise around Brownsea Island and Sandbanks throughout Summer and Winter.

Daily Event

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Apr 26

Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise

Time: From 11:45

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise around Poole and The Jurassic Coast across the 1st ...

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Apr 26

Acro Dance Classes with Dance Majic

Time: From 16:45

At: Dance Majic

This dynamic progressive program from Acrobatic Arts blends acrobatics and dance to help children build strength, flexibility, and coordination.

Weekly Event

Tue 28 Apr

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Apr 26

Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise around Swanage and Poole Quay across the 1st April ...

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Apr 26

Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise around Brownsea Island and Sandbanks throughout Summer and Winter.

Daily Event

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Apr 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

Daily Event

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Apr 26

Car Boot Sale at Farmers Palmers

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

One of Dorset’s favourite family-run car boot sales is back by popular demand! Whether you are buying or selling, you ...

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Apr 26

Wriggle & Rhyme in Poole

Time: From 9:30

At: The Dolphin Shopping Centre Library

Wriggle and Rhyme are free 30-minute interactive sessions for babies, toddlers under 2 years old and their parents or carers, ...

Every Tuesday

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Apr 26

Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise

Time: From 11:45

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise around Poole and The Jurassic Coast across the 1st ...

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Apr 26

Folk Sessions at The Old Thatch

Time: From 20:00

At: The Old Thatch

Murphy's Lore Trio invite you to join them for a good old folk session!

Every second Tuesday of the month!

Wed 29 Apr

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Apr 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

Daily Event

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Apr 26

Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise around Swanage and Poole Quay across the 1st April ...

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Apr 26

Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise around Brownsea Island and Sandbanks throughout Summer and Winter.

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Apr 26

Farmer Palmer's Car Boot Sales

Time: From 7:00am

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

Find something for you at Farmer Palmer's Car Boot Sale.

Every Tuesday

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Apr 26

Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise

Time: From 11:45

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise around Poole and The Jurassic Coast across the 1st ...

Daily Event

Thu 30 Apr

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Apr 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

Daily Event

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Apr 26

Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise around Brownsea Island and Sandbanks throughout Summer and Winter.

Daily Event

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Apr 26

Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise around Swanage and Poole Quay across the 1st April ...

Daily Event

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Apr 26

Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise

Time: From 11:45

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise around Poole and The Jurassic Coast across the 1st ...

Daily Event

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Apr 26

Yacht Lounge at Guildhall Tavern

Time: From 15:00

At: Guildhall Tavern

Relax and enjoy masterfully created cocktails, specially selected wines by the glass or bottle, prestige spirits, bougie bar snacks and ...

Weekly Event

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Apr 26

Open Mic Night at The Oaks

Time: From 19:30

At: The Oaks Highcliffe

Prepare for the return of our Open Music Nights! Starting at 7:30pm on the last Thursday of each month, enjoy ...

Last Thursday Monthly

Fri 1 May

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May 26

Steak Night at Guildhall Tavern

At: Guildhall Tavern

Guildhall Tavern will be hosting their Steak Night every Friday!

Every Friday

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May 26

Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise around Swanage and Poole Quay across the 1st April ...

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May 26

Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise around Brownsea Island and Sandbanks throughout Summer and Winter.

Daily Event

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May 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

Daily Event

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May 26

Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise

Time: From 11:45

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise around Poole and The Jurassic Coast across the 1st ...

Daily Event

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May 26

Yacht Lounge at Guildhall Tavern

Time: From 15:00

At: Guildhall Tavern

Relax and enjoy masterfully created cocktails, specially selected wines by the glass or bottle, prestige spirits, bougie bar snacks and ...

Weekly Event

Sat 2 May

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The Freddie & Queen Experience on Bournemouth Pier

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May 26

The Freddie & Queen Experience on Bournemouth Pier

At: The Bournemouth Pier

The UK’s Premier Queen & Freddie Mercury Tribute are coming to Key West!

Pitch Up and Camp at Farmer Palmers 2026

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May 26

Pitch Up and Camp at Farmer Palmers 2026

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

Pitch Up and Camp at Farmer Palmer's Farm Park this May and August!

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May 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

Daily Event

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May 26

Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise around Brownsea Island and Sandbanks throughout Summer and Winter.

Daily Event

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May 26

Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Poole Jurassic Circular Cruise around Swanage and Poole Quay across the 1st April ...

Daily Event

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May 26

Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise

Time: From 11:45

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Swanage Jurassic Circular Cruise around Poole and The Jurassic Coast across the 1st ...

Daily Event

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May 26

Yacht Lounge at Guildhall Tavern

Time: From 15:00

At: Guildhall Tavern

Relax and enjoy masterfully created cocktails, specially selected wines by the glass or bottle, prestige spirits, bougie bar snacks and ...

Weekly Event

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May 26

Fish and Chips Cruise

Time: From 19:30

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

Coastal Cruises Poole Ltd are running their Fish and Chips Cruise around Poole Harbour across the Easter holidays!

Weekly Event