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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  • The Fairy Tale Forest

    Thorngrove Garden Centre, Gillingham Thorngrove Garden Centre, Gillingham, Dorset

    Angel Exit Theatre bring to you The Fairy Tale Forest - Wander through a magical wintery woodland and meet Mary Godmother in her gingerbread emporium. Look around her shop, hear […]

    FREE

  • The Fairy Tale Forest

    Thorngrove Garden Centre, Gillingham Thorngrove Garden Centre, Gillingham, Dorset

    Come and visit The Fairy Tale Forest. Wander through a magical wintery woodland and meet Mary Godmother in her gingerbread emporium. Look around her shop, hear the latest fairy tale […]

    Free

  • The Fairy Tale Forest

    Thorngrove Garden Centre, Gillingham Thorngrove Garden Centre, Gillingham, Dorset

    Angel Exit Theatre bring to you The Fairy Tale Forest - Wander through a magical wintery woodland and meet Mary Godmother in her gingerbread emporium. Look around her shop, hear […]

    FREE

  • The Fairy Tale Forest

    Thorngrove Garden Centre, Gillingham Thorngrove Garden Centre, Gillingham, Dorset

    Come and visit The Fairy Tale Forest. Wander through a magical wintery woodland and meet Mary Godmother in her gingerbread emporium. Look around her shop, hear the latest fairy tale […]

    Free

  • Choral Evensong for Epiphany

    St Peter's Church Dorchester 26 High East Street, Dorchester

    You are warmly invited to our cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong for Epiphany on Saturday 28th January at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music includes: Poulenc ‘Videntes stellam’, […]

  • Family Beetle Drive

    United Church Charles Street, Dorchester

    A family beetle drive in aid of the Dorchester Child Contact Centre. Your ticket includes a jacket potato, tea, coffee and punch. Tickets: £6 adult, £3 child, £15 family (4), £5 concessions (65+) can be purchased by emailing: [email protected] or at the United Church, Charles Street, Dorchester.

    £3 – £15

  • Inspired By Adele – Full Live Band Experience

    The Exchange, Sturminster Newton Sturminster Newton

    Proudly presented by bh.events, The Inspired By Adele Ultimate Live Band Experience is guaranteed to bring you all those goosebump powerhouse diva moments. The Incredible 7 piece ‘Inspired By Adele’ Live Band Experience will take you on a journey through ADELE’s legendary chart storming albums, bringing the magic of one of Britain’s best loved female […]

    £22

  • Cute Love Bug Craft

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Join us this half term to make a cute love bug or two - perfect for your Valentine! Shaftesbury Library Monday 13 February 11:00am - 12:00 noon. For further information please contact 01747 852256. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or carer. Free event.

  • Nativity: The Musical

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Nativity: The Musical Come and meet the cast of Shaftesbury Arts Centre's 'Nativity: The Musical'. Hear songs from the show. Add your Sparkle and Shine, when you get to sing with the cast!! Saturday 14 January11:00am - 12:00 noon 01747 852256

    Free

  • Classic Vintage Motorcycle Display

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Vintage Classic Motorcycle Display. A fantastic and unique opportunity to see these beautiful machines inside and outside the library and to meet Members of the Dorset VMCC.

    Free

  • Community Policing Drop In Surgery

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    PCSO 5382 Leatt will be at Shaftesbury Library to offer Crime Prevention advice and leaflets and to hear any local concerns. Shaftesbury Library 26 January, 23 February and 23 March 10:00am - 11:00am. For more information please call : 01747 852 256

    Free

  • Dorset Button Making

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Enjoy a free demonstration and talk by Anna McDowell on this Heritage craft using contemporary materials and designs.

    Free

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