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Bournemouth is a vibrant, bustling resort with plenty to see and do whether you’re staying overnight or visiting for the day. From international concert venues and theatres to live music nights and clubs, there are hundreds of places where you can be wowed with all types of entertainment.

Concert Venues

At the heart of the resort is the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC). It’s one of the South’s largest venues and attracts pop acts, conferences and exhibitions as well as huge audiences. Nearby Boscombe is also home to live entertainment venue, the O2 Academy. Based in a charming grade II listed building, formerly the Grand Theatre, it hosts some of the biggest names in the music industry.

Theatre & Dance

Bournemouth’s Art Deco Pavilion Theatre captures the elegance and splendour of the 1920s. You can catch West End shows, opera, ballet and pantomime throughout the year. It’s also home to Pavilion Dance South West, presenting performances, live screenings, exhibitions and more than 40 classes every week. Another of Bournemouth’s historic buildings, Shelley Manor, is home to the Shelley Theatre – a delightful place to enjoy film and theatre.

Cinemas

Our brand new 10-screen cinema sits at the centre of the resort surrounded by restaurants, making it perfect for a family treat or date night.

We’ve also got the UK’s first 6D cinema! You can experience film like never before – seeing, hearing and feeling everything as if you’re really there.

Comedy & Live Music

It’s a laugh a minute in Bournemouth! We get some of the biggest names in British comedy at our international venues and there’s a great local scene. There are stand-up and open mic nights at many of our pubs and clubs. It doesn’t stop with jokers – Bournemouth is a hot bed for new and young talent. Many venues, especially the local pubs in our coastal villages, showcase emerging bands and musicians.

Casinos & Night Clubs

Bournemouth comes alive at night with modern bars and clubs in the heart of the resort. You can sip on cocktails as the sun goes down, dance into the early hours of the morning or even try your luck in one of our casinos. These venues are surrounded by restaurants and takeaways so you can make a night of it with a group of friends. You’re also never far from a sea view, which will make your visit even more memorable.

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Tower Park

Poole

Tower Park… The South Coast’s Premier Entertainment Centre!
Gala Bingo

Bournemouth

For over twenty years, Gala Bingo has been the UK's most loved and trusted bingo operator, a solid household name in the gaming industry, with over 143 clubs, 5 million members, and paying out prizes across retail and online of over £42million per...
Bournemouth International Centre

Bournemouth

The Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) is one of the most prestigious venues for conferences, exhibitions, entertainment and leisure activities.
The BIC operates alongside its sister venues The Pavilion Theatre and Ballroom and The Pier Theatre
Pavilion Dance South West

Bournemouth

Pavilion Dance South West presents a year-round programme of innovative and inspiring dance performances, live ballet screenings and arts exhibitions in an intimate, state-of-the-art, 200-seat theatre and gallery space.
London Repertory Players

Bournemouth

A superb summer rep where you can see three great plays in two calendar weeks at excellent prices.
Pier Amusements

Bournemouth

A wide range of entertainment machines and all of the most up-to-date videos and prizes.
The Regent Centre

Christchurch

A well established Art Deco arts centre, dating back to 1931.
Pavilion Theatre

Bournemouth

Enjoy your evening with entertainment in one of Bournemouth`s most elegant, vintage and traditional venues - showing plays, musicals, concerts etc. A perfect location for a perfect night!
Camp Bestival

East Lulworth

It’s our 10th birthday Pop Stars & Rock Stars bonanza! Camp Bestival will be taking place on 27th - 30th July 2017
Happylands Amusements

Bournemouth

Arcade and amusements on Bournemouth's West beach Promenade.
Wonderful Kitchen Karaoke Rooms

Bournemouth

Karaoke Rooms is Bournemouth’s most exclusive karaoke club & bar, offering guests a fun, new and unique experience in luxury surroundings.
Inferno

Bournemouth

Best of popular rock cover bands.
BH2 Leisure Complex

Bournemouth

The incredible state of the art, 10 screen multiplex ODEON cinema has landed at Bh2 and you're going to absolutely love it! You can watch your film in stunning 3D or even the very latest eye popping ISENSE which uses of all of the most cutting edge...
Camel Bar

Bournemouth

We have great Shisha’s to smoke with a variety of flavours and friendly staff to make your night as memorable as possible! Can’t think of where to go, then look no further, come and unwind in the Camel Bar.
Canvas Loft Bar

Bournemouth

Bournemouth’s only Loft Bar & Live Lounge with a huge emphasis on high quality live acts & DJ’s. Matched with award winning bartenders, incredible cocktails and a concise charcuterie & artisan cheese menu we know that Canvas is a winning formula!
Halo

Bournemouth

Nightclub in former church with balconies around dance floor, for R&B, hip hop and dance DJ nights.
Shelley Theatre

Bournemouth

The Shelley Theatre in Boscombe is a magical place to watch classic theatre productions, film screenings and a host of other events.
Chaplins & The Cellar Bar

Bournemouth

Chaplins Bar & The Cellar Bar, multi award winning independent bar, restaurant and pub in the heart of Boscombe.

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