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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 & Nightclubs

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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London Repertory Players

Bournemouth

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

Poole

Tower Park… The South Coast’s Premier Entertainment Centre!
Pier Amusements

Bournemouth

A wide range of entertainment machines and all of the most up-to-date videos and prizes.
Camp Bestival

East Lulworth

Camp Bestival at Lulworth Castle!
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.
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!
The Regent Centre

Christchurch

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

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Happylands Amusements

Bournemouth

Arcade and amusements on Bournemouth's West beach Promenade.
Cameo & Myu Bar

Bournemouth

Cameo has established itself as the lead destination venue, for not just Bournemouth, but the South Coast. Set across 4 rooms, featuring exquisite décor, state of the art sound and lighting systems, glamorous VIP booths and table service, with the...
Felson's

Bournemouth

Welcome to Felson's Bournemouth, the newest and best Sports Lounge & Stick Hall in Bournemouth.
We are inspired by Fast Eddie Felson, who was a 1950’s Hollywood eight-ball stick hero. A cool, confident player with a competitive attitude and a love...
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!
Truth Nightclub

Bournemouth

Truth is a new nightclub venue situated in Bournemouth town centre. Our focus is to provide you the best nights and the best table service you have ever experienced. Re-inventing VIP Service.
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.
Bar So

Bournemouth

Located just a stone’s throw from Bournemouth’s infamous stunning beaches, it’s easy to see why Bar So is as popular with tourists as it is with the locals. Overtime Bar So has won a whole host of awards including being 5 times winner of the...
Sound Circus

Bournemouth

Sound Circus Bournemouth's Rock Indie Alternative & Metal Nightclub. Club with heavy rock leanings, popular with students for its loud music and drinks specials.
ODEON Cinema

Bournemouth

The incredible state of the art, 10 screen multiplex ODEON cinema has landed at Bh2 and you're going to absolutely love it! With so many incredible films taking to the big screen each and every year, you can now watch them in incredible quality in...

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