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Christchurch is a unique part of Britain’s south coast with a plethora of events taking place every year.

With a stunning harbourside backdrop and a town steeped in history you’ll be spoiled for choice with how much there is to see and do.

Christchurch is the place to be when it comes to summer music events. Whatever your taste in music, we can guarantee there will be a musical event that you’ll being queuing to get tickets for. Whether its laid-back jazz, lively bands or chart-topping hits, you’re sure to get your feet tapping in this town.

The Christchurch Music Festival has been going strong for over 25 years and takes place on the Quay on the first weekend in July, promising its audience a family fun day of entertainment with live bands playing throughout the weekend. On Saturday, the bands are accompanied by a variety of dance troupes delighting the crowds with their colourful routines.

The ever-popular Quomps brings the town alive every August with Christchurch’s annual smooth jazz festival. Stompin’ on the Quomps is a wealth of musicality, love and energy to get your heart pounding, your hands clapping and your feet stompin’.

Covering both music and sport – and claiming to be the largest of its kind – is Bournemouth 7s which takes place at nearby East Parley. Attracting players, spectators and festival-goers alike this is an action-packed weekend of live music, excellent sport and wonderful entertainment. More than 5,000 players come from all over to compete in a range of tournaments including rugby, netball, dodgeball and hockey. The elite competitions welcome some of the best national touring sides including a few international stars and are truly worth a watch! That said, Bournemouth 7s is much more than a sports festival. Famed for its unique atmosphere, the festival offers something for everyone whether you’re five or 85!

Anyone that claims Christchurch is a sleepy little place is telling you porkies!

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Bombay Bicycle Club

Poole

Indie rock favourites Bombay Bicycle Club play the Concert Hall in support of their much-praised latest album, My Big Day.

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11 July 2024Open 19:30 -
The Importance of Being Earnest

Lymington Road, Highcliffe

Join us for Theatre Thursdays…
The Pantaloons present The Importance of being Ernest.

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From:
11 July 2024Open 19:00 - 21:00
The Coastal Comedy Show with Keith Farnan

Poole

This month we are very excited to welcome Keith Farnan to close the show! Keith is as seen on Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow and many more!

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From:
13 July 2024Open 19:15 - 22:15
Xchurch Music Festival 2024

Christchurch

Get ready for the ultimate summer party at Xchurch Music Festival, happening July 19th-21st. Loaded with the finest local talent from across Dorset and beyond

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19 July 2024to21 July 2024Open 16:00 - 23:00
Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer

Bournemouth

Come along, laugh at her, with her, beside her.

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Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

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24 July 2024to26 July 2024Open 20:00 - 21:30
Fireworks Cruise

The Quay, Poole

Join us for the best seats in the house as you sail through Europe's largest natural harbour past Brownsea Island, Sandbanks Peninsula, Studland Bay and more.

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25 July 2024to29 Aug 2024Various Opening Times
BSO Proms in the Park 2024

Bournemouth

A fantastic weekend of concerts for everyone!
Meyrick Park Proms in the Park is back for another fantastic weekend of music and fireworks and two spectacular concerts.

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26 July 2024to27 July 2024Open 20:00 -
Mudeford Arts Festival

CHRISTCHURCH

The festival showcases the many and varied forms of arts and crafts, through sales opportunities, demonstrations, exhibitions and performances.

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27 July 2024to28 July 2024Various Opening Times
Cillian O'Connor: My Magic World

Bournemouth

Cillian O'Connor is bringing his first ever live stage show to Bournemouth Pavilion in 2024!

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Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

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From:
29 July 2024Open 19:30 - 21:00
Stompin' on the Quomps

Christchurch

Stompin on the Quomps is a music festival situated in the picturesque surroundings of Christchurch Quay.

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3 Aug 2024
Poole Summer Fireworks

Poole

Get your groove on for Poole Quay Summer Fireworks, as fabulous FREE live music, entertainment and fireworks come to Poole Quay over the summer!

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The Brand New Heavies

Westbourne, Bournemouth

The Brand New Heavies will be playing at Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre on Saturday 10 August 2024.

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Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

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10 Aug 2024Open 19:30 - 22:00
Christchurch Carnival

Christchurch

Come along and enjoy some long awaited carnival fun on the Quay!

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10 Aug 2024to11 Aug 2024
Christchurch Carnival

CHRISTCHURCH

Christchurch Carnival is returning for another wonderful event in the summer. Join us for some carnival fun on the Quay, 10 and 11 August 2024.

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10 Aug 2024to11 Aug 2024
Chris Isaak in Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Get ready to be serenaded by the velvety voice and timeless tunes of Chris Isaak as he brings his signature blend of rockabilly, country, and surf rock to Bournemouth.

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12 Aug 2024Open 19:30 -
Sister Act

Bournemouth

Brace yourselves sisters – the habit is coming to Bournemouth!

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Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

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19 Aug 2024Open 19:30 - 22:00
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21 Aug 2024to22 Aug 2024Open 14:30 - 17:00

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ART- Comedy by Yasmina Reza

Poole

Lighthouse Poole is delighted to announce it is to play host to the premiere of the first non-replica revival of Yasmina Reza’s Tony and Olivier Award-winning comedy ART on Thursday 29 August.

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29 Aug 2024to31 Aug 2024
Bournemouth Air Festival

Bournemouth

Dates for the biggest free land air and sea festival have been confirmed for 2024, Thursday 29th – Saturday 31st August.

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29 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 22:00
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