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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Minions: The Rise of Gru. The untold story of one 12 year old's dream to become the world's greatest supervillain. Child ticket £2.50 includes a snack and drink. Accompanying adults free. Tea, coffee and biscuits for donations.
Join us for some family fun: Face painting and balloon creations Magic show and musical fun Easter trail, crafts and much more Free lunch for each child with a HAF code. To check if you qualify, visit www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/children-families/holiday-activities-and-food-programme Booking essential if you qualify for free lunches, otherwise, just drop in! Children must be accompanied by […]
On Good Friday 7th April at 6pm, Music at St Peter's present a performance of Stainer’s ‘Crucifixion’. The choir will be accompanied by the organist Chris Dowie and we welcome […]
A jam-packed morning of creative fun is in store for your little explorers. Easter and Spring themed arts, crafts and stories, follow the trail around our garden to find the where the cheeky chicks are hidden to claim your reward. This is an all-weather activity so please dress accordingly Entrance is via Tearoom, Museum Admission […]
Fire safety story, craft and dressing up activities. Booking advised through the library to guarantee your space. Shaftesbury Library Friday 14 April 11:00am - 12:00 noon For further information please […]
While our horizons have drawn in, travel writers have continued to reach out, rediscovering and reinterpreting the world for a new age. The Sherborne Travel Writing Festival, curated by Rory […]
Come along to Winterborne Stickland Sports and Community Club for a chance to experience some of the sporting opportunities and socialising that our Club has to offer! There’s a chance […]
You are warmly invited to our monthly, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 22nd April at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music for Easter includes: Parry ‘My […]
CHARD MODEL RAILWAY EXHIBITION 2023 NUMEROUS LAYOUTS IN SEVERAL GAUGES CLUB STAND, HOT AND COLD REFRESHMENTS, DISABLED ACCESS
Join us for a fun evening with unique promises and items up for bid, at our exciting auction event in aid of the Family Counselling Trust Dorset! We have gathered […]
Wimborne Community Centre Artisan Makers Market is held 8 months of the year on a Saturday from 10 am - 3 pm. We have a cafe serving refreshments and selling artisan breads. We welcome an array of local, talented makers who create many handmade products for you to see and buy. Entry is free and […]
Join us for a fun evening with unique promises and items up for bid, at our exciting auction event in aid of the Family Counselling Trust Dorset! We have gathered […]
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