To provide you with the best experience, cookies are used on this site. Find out more here.

Great events in Bournemouth all year round! Visit the famous Bournemouth Air Festival

You are here: What's On > Events

Events

Bournemouth is truly an eventful destination - we have more than 500 events taking place across the resort every year!

If you're up to date with the latest pop and rock artists, you'll be able to catch some of the biggest names in the music industry at our world class venues.

Or if you prefer classical sounds, we've got live performances on indoor and outdoor stages throughout the town and even on the seafront.

There's also a great selection of smaller venues running live music events throughout the year so you can pop along and hear fresh sounds and local talent while you enjoy a pint.

There are also plenty of other opportunities to see spectacular performances in Bournemouth. The famous Art Deco Pavilion Theatre runs a packed programme of events including musical theatre straight from the West End, ballet, opera, pantomime and comedy.

And that's not the only place you can find hit shows - there are other theatres in and around Bournemouth as well as pop-up live stages so you can enjoy entertainment outdoors in the summer months.

Bournemouth is also a vibrant resort with a vital population of residents and visitors so we're always hosting breathtaking sporting events - a thrill for both competitors and spectators alike. From the ever popular running and team sports events to the more unusual - including everything from beach volleyball and soccer to power boating and open water swimming - you can get active while soaking in the fresh sea air and panoramic views.

As well as high energy events, there's plenty going on at a more leisurely pace. You'll find local fairs and festivals both in the centre of town and out into our coastal villages. From food and drink to vintage vehicles, these often one-off gems are unique to their quaint, coastal locations so you can immerse yourself in a British seaside experience that'll make your holiday in Bournemouth one to remember.

Our range of events span the seasons and take place day and night so whether you want a fun filled trip with the family or you're out on the town with friends, you're sure to find something to enjoy that'll make your stay in Bournemouth the 'event of the year'!

Looking for accommodation in Bournemouth… a perfect place to stay by the sea…

Bournemouth is well known for its great variety of hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and self catering options situated along our stunning coastline. You’ll find luxury international hotel groups, national chains, beautiful boutique hotels, independent and family friendly hotels and guest houses, budget friendly hotels, a great choice of self catering options and caravan and camping parks along our neighbouring coastline and countryside.

Searching For...

What's On
Things To Do
Accommodation
Food & Drink

Things to Do

Accommodation

Food & Drink

What's On

Things to Do

Accommodation

Food & Drink

Number of results: 257

, currently showing 1 to 18.

Sort By: A-Z Lowest A-Z Highest

Featured Events

Bournemouth Christmas Tree Wonderland

Bournemouth

Spectacular Christmas tree trail, enchanting illuminations and seasonal family fun! Experience the magical spectacle of hundreds of glittering trees from around the world!

Dates

From:

16 Nov 2018to2 Jan 2019
Sleeping Beauty - Pantomime

Bournemouth

The producers that brought you Cinderella and Jack and the Beanstalk are proud to announce one of the most traditional and popular pantomimes of all time, Sleeping Beauty.

Dates

From:

8 Dec 2018to6 Jan 2019
New Year’s Eve 2018: The Greatest Showman Sing-Along

Christchurch

Ladies and gents, this is the moment you've waited for! The world is singing along with the most entertaining movie of the year and now you can too with this special sing-along screening of The Greatest Showman.

Dates

From:
31 Dec 2018Open 22:00 -
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra - Power and Passion

Bournemouth

All the characteristics most highly valued in Tchaikovsky’s music are present in his Sixth Symphony; imaginative orchestration, drama, delicious themes and sweeping emotive power.

Dates

From:
26 Jan 2019Open 19:00 -
Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour

Poole

Experience an evening of extraordinary short films from the world's most prestigious mountain film festival.

Dates

From:

13 Feb 2019to7 Mar 2019
The Chicago Blues Brothers - Mission Motown

Bournemouth

The award-winning spectacular is Europe’s biggest and best-loved production of The Blues Brothers.

Dates

From:
15 Feb 2019Open 19:30 -
Bride: The Wedding Show Bournemouth

Bournemouth

New for 2019, Bride: The Wedding Show at Bournemouth International Centre is set to delight and excite visitors.

Dates

From:

23 Feb 2019to24 Feb 2019
Brian Cox Universal - World Tour 2019

Bournemouth

Having set two Guinness World Record titles with his previous sell-out live UK and Ireland tour, Professor Brian Cox, OBE is heading back out on the road with a brand new show for 2019, Professor Brian Cox Live 2019.

Venue

Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

Dates

From:
27 Feb 2019Open 20:00 -
From:
20 Sept 2019Open 20:00 -
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra - Best of British

Bournemouth

The BSO celebrates the 90th anniversary of the opening of the Pavilion in a special concert featuring the cream of British music from the time.

Dates

From:
10 Mar 2019Open 15:00 -
Blue Planet II Live in Concert

Exeter Road, Bournemouth

BBC Studios, and FKP Scorpio are proud to present a 13 date UK live tour, which will bring the wonders and mysteries of the planet’s oceans and wildlife to the UK arena stage.

Dates

From:
13 Mar 2019Open 19:00 -
Bournemouth Bay Run

Bournemouth

Whatever your running ability – fun or competitive, there’s a race for you. Set against the backdrop of Bournemouth’s famous seven-mile stretch of golden sand choose from a variety of distances and enjoy the fantastic views as you walk, jog or run...

Dates

From:
7 Apr 2019
The Magic of Motown

Poole

Music fans are invited to the biggest party of the year as the unstoppable Magic of Motown show steams into town! Seen by over a million people, it's no surprise that the show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history, even...

Dates

From:
13 Apr 2019Open 19:30 -
BSO - Musical Artistry

Bournemouth

Shostakovich’s Second Piano Concerto stands miles apart from many of his other works in its sense of freedom and abandon.

Dates

From:
14 Apr 2019Open 15:00 -
Olly Murs

Exeter Road, Bournemouh

Olly Murs is celebrating a decade at the top with his new album, You Know I Know, and the announcement of his new arena tour, which Olly toured last.

Dates

From:
9 May 2019Open 18:30 -
BSO - Hall of Fame

Bournemouth

The Hall of Fame four works continually top the charts and remain as popular as ever.

Dates

From:
11 May 2019Open 19:00 -
Bournemouth 7s Festival

East Parley, Christchurch

Renowned as the Sporting Glastonbury, Bournemouth 7s has established a formidable reputation amongst sportspeople and festival-goers alike!

Dates

From:

24 May 2019to26 May 2019Various Opening Times
British Beach Polo Championship Sandbanks

Poole

The British Beach Polo Championships returns to Dorset on 12-13 July 2018. With up to 10,000 people in attendance, it is the biggest beach polo event in the world

Dates

From:

12 July 2019to13 July 2019
The Great Dorset Steam Fair National Heritage Show

Blandford

If you are looking for an excellent fun and action packed day out for all the family, you’ll love the Great Dorset Steam Fair!

Dates

From:

22 Aug 2019to26 Aug 2019

Ratings & Reviews

Home	Things to Do Attractions, Activities, Beaches, Beach Hut Hire, Sports & Leisure, Shopping, Entertainment, Tours & Sightseeing ,	What's On Events, Festivals, Exhibitions, Submit Event ,
Accommodation Hotels, Bed & Breakfasts, Self Catering, Caravan & Holiday Parks, Camping & Glamping, Group Friendly,	Food & Drink Restaurants, Pubs & Bars, Cafes & Delis, Food & Drink Experiences, Vegetarian & Vegan, Search By Cuisine ,	Ideas & Inspiration Itineraries, Short Breaks, Weddings, LGBT, International Education, Competitions, Bournemouth Blog, News,
Explore Towns & cities, Villages, The South Coast , Countryside, History of Bournemouth,	Special Offers	Visitor Information Tourist Information Centre, Bournemouth Loves Groups, Travel Information, Sign Up for E-newsletter, Accessibility Guide, Contact Us,
Business About Us, Become a Partner, Advertise With Us, Bournemouth & Poole Tourism Management Board, Bournemouth Tourism Marketing Group, Bournemouth and Poole Tourism Strategy, Business Events Bournemouth, Destination Awards,	Media	International Education
Events & Filming

Submit Event

Official Tourism Website

Great events in Bournemouth all year round! Visit the famous Bournemouth Air Festival

Events

Looking for accommodation in Bournemouth… a perfect place to stay by the sea…

Searching For...

What's On

Things To Do

Accommodation

Food & Drink

Things to Do

Accommodation

Food & Drink

What's On

Things to Do

Accommodation

Food & Drink

Featured Events

Dates

Dates

Dates

Dates

Dates

Dates

Dates

Venue

Dates

Dates

Dates

Dates

Dates

Dates

Dates

Dates

Dates

Dates

Dates

Follow Us...

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss