Find events in Dorset, from village fêtes and jumble sales to the county’s biggest shows, alongside theatre, live music, exhibitions, markets, talks, walks and family days out. The Dorset Life What’s On calendar brings together things to do across the county, with dates, locations and details to help you plan.

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  • Love your aquarium? Visit the Oceanarium this May half term!

    Oceanarium Bournemouth Oceanarium, Bournemouth

    Looking for somewhere to visit with the family, this May half term? Visit the Oceanarium and take an awe-inspiring underwater voyage, above and below the waves! The Oceanarium is a […]

  • Health Promotion Evening

    Wincanton Memorial Hall High Street, Wincanton, Somerset

    Wincanton is having a Health Promotion Evening on Wednesday 11th September from 17:30-19:30 at Wincanton Memorial Hall. Wincanton Health Centre has organised this event and Dr Campbell Murdoch a GP from Wincanton Health Centre is presenting what is metabolic health and how to improve it from 18:00. There is a raffle and refreshments available, where […]

    Free

  • South West Really Useful Family History Show

    Kinson Community Centre Millhams Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom

    Dorset Family History Society is excited to announce they have been working in partnership with Devon Family History Society and the Family History Federation to host the South West Really Useful Family History Show at Kinson Community Centre  (Pelhams Park), Millhams Road, Bournemouth, BH10 7LH on Saturday 29th March 2025 from 10am until 4pm. Dorset FHS has lined up a great range […]

    Free

  • Bere Marsh Farm Farmers’ Market

    Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

    We're really excited to reveal our first farmers' market will take place at Bere Marsh Farm, Shillingstone, on September 6 from 10am to 4pm. Look forward to seeing you there! […]

    Free

  • Big Green Day

    Beaminster School Newtown, Beaminster

    A day showcasing a wide variety of environmental groups - wildlife, energy, recycling, grow your own, sustainable living etc. Lots of friendly and useful information and advice! Plus live music, children's activities, delicious refreshments.

    Free

  • Verwood Communities Together

    The Verwood Hub Theatre The Hub, Verwood

    Come and explore all the amazing local community groups and clubs for friendship, exercise and entertainment.

    Free

  • Wreath Making Afternoon at the Allendale Community Centre

    The Allendale Centre Hanham Road, Wimborne, United Kingdom

    Wreath Making afternoon at the Allendale Community Centre.  A fundraising event for the Centre.  Enjoy making your own festive wreath to take home whilst enjoying festive nibbles and a soft […]

    £30.00

  • Motivation and Self-Care Workshops

    The Hub on the Heath 10 Adastral Rd, Canford Heath, Poole, dorset, United Kingdom

    I run small, supportive workshops for women over 45 who want to feel more confident and motivated. There is a strong emphasis on self care, which we all need more […]

    £22.00

  • Sturminster Newton Volunteering Fair

    The Exchange, Sturminster Newton Sturminster Newton

    Discover How to Make a Difference at Sturminster Newton Volunteering Fair Residents across the Sturminster Newton area are being invited to take their first step into volunteering at the upcoming Sturminster Newton Volunteering Fair. Taking place at The Exchange, Sturminster Newton, on Saturday 25 April from 11am to 1pm, this free community event will bring […]

    Free

  • Milborne Port: Community Matters

    Church House Bathwell Lane, Milborne Port

    Community groups, voluntary organisations and businesses showcase what is on offer in this great village!

    Free

  • Milton Abbey School Scholarships

    Milton Abbey School Blandford Forum, dorset, United Kingdom

    Milton Abbey School is the the only truly full boarding school in England offering the broadest possible selection of academic, vocational and sporting qualifications for children aged 13-18. Our next scholarship assessment day is on Saturday 16 May, for children interested in applying for an Academic, Sports or Dorset scholarship. Please email [email protected] or telephone […]

    Free

  • Milton Abbey School Scholarships

    Milton Abbey School Blandford Forum, dorset, United Kingdom

    Milton Abbey School is proud to offer scholarships in 'Sport', 'Dorset', and 'Academic'. Our next scholarship assessment day is Saturday 16 May, and you can register your interest here. As a school, we deliver outstanding education with one of the broadest curriculums in the independent sector, sports everyday, co-curricular evening and weekend activities, small class […]

    Free

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