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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In a unique project developed with Artsreach, the iconic Anglo-Chilean band Quimantú is collaborating with the singers of Palida Choir to perform the Misa de los Mineros, 'The Miners' Mass', composed by […]
Over 20 wonderful craft stalls including; Wood Crafts Knitted & Crochet Items Textiles & Fabric Crafts Ceramics Leather Crafts Greetings Cards & Prints Trinkets & Jewellery Gift Hampers Baby Gifts […]
Spend the morning with Summer's Princess Parties' Rapunzel inspired Princess at her first ever event! Our Ice Queen and Mermaid Princess had so much fun at their previous events the […]
Venture on foot, by bicycle, astride an elephant - or even on board the Rolling Stones’ private jet - from Mughal India to modern Istanbul, and from the Bronze Age […]
There are only 12 seats at young Head Chef James's exclusive table. New to Poole—a rare chance for food lovers to experience something really delightful. Each month, James, White Pepper […]
The inaugural Chocolate Fair is expected to become a cherished addition to Sturminster Newton’s tradition of engaging community events, offering residents and visitors a unique opportunity to indulge in chocolate […]
✨Wedding Showcase ✨ Join us for an enchanting Wedding Showcase at the stunning Fonthill Estate! Whether you’re newly engaged or looking for fresh ideas, our showcase is the perfect opportunity to […]
Join us at St Peter's Church on Dorchester Saturday 12h April between 12.30 and 1pm for our free lunchtime concert. This is a thirty-minute programme of music for violin and […]
You are warmly invited to our monthly, cathedral-style service of Choral Eucharist on Easter Sunday 20th April at 10.30am in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The joyful music reflects the celebratory […]
Join us at our Tabletop Fundraiser at Vicarage School Room in Gillingham on Thursday 24th April from 2.30pm - 5pm *Jumble Sale* Come and have a look around our pre-loved […]
Come along and join us for our April Artisan Makers Market here at Wimborne Community Centre. You will find lots of beautiful art and craftwork for sale, handmade by a […]
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