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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  • Mosaic Charity Celebration Concert

    This year, Mosaic are thrilled to have the opportunity to bring together the community in celebration. On the 3rd of June we will be hosting our first Mosaic Celebration Concert […]

    £10

  • Thomas Hardy Victorian Fair

    dorchester The Town Pump, Dorchester, United Kingdom

    Step back in time this summer when Dorchester remembers its Victorian past and celebrates the life and times of the famous writer Thomas Hardy, who was born and lived nearby. The Thomas Hardy Victorian Fair will be a fun and inspiring day out for all the family. High East and High West Streets will be […]

    Free

  • The Tennis Champion who Escaped the Nazis

    1855 Building Old Market Cross, Sturminster Newton

    Writer Felice Hardy tells the remarkable story of her grandmother, who escaped the Nazis in WW2 Vienna and played tennis at Wimbledon.

    £8

  • From Sturminster Newton to the White House: the Fuller Sisters in America

    The Exchange, Sturminster Newton Sturminster Newton

    A dramatic monologue performed by Rachel Alexander - as Rosalind Fuller - recounts the sisters’ three tours of America between 1911 and 1917. The drama is interspersed with the folk songs she and her sisters sang on farms, in the high class salons of wealthy women and even the White House. This piece, written by […]

    £8

  • DorPIP Dads FREE Online Course

    Online

    We are pleased to announce that DorPIP will be starting DorPIP Dad's group facilitated by the campaigner and keynote speaker, Mark Williams. Over the six weekly sessions you will have the opportunity to explore what takes to be a dad, learn about bonding and attachment, strategies you can use to take care of your wellbeing, […]

    Free

  • Beyond Tess

    The Exchange, Sturminster Newton Sturminster Newton

    Michael Langridge, in conversation with Dr Tracy Hayes , talks about The Second Mrs Clare, his sequel to Thomas Hardy’s ‘Tess'. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beyond-tess-tickets-567919902717

    £8

  • A Test Pilot’s Story

    Sturminster Newton Library Bath Rd, Sturminster Newton

    Writer Chris Taylor talks about his extraordinary career as a test pilot both with the Royal Navy and with civilian aircraft. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-test-pilots-story-tickets-578649094017

    £8

  • Nature’s Wonders

    Sturminster Newton Library Bath Rd, Sturminster Newton

    Jane V. Adams talks about her latest book, Nature's Wonders, and how nature inspires her writing. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/natures-wonders-tickets-593662870627

    £8

  • Beekeeping Experience

    Have you ever wondered what goes on inside a beehive? Well, now’s your chance to find out! Spend an afternoon with experienced beekeepers, learning about the Honey Bee and the craft of beekeeping. Open a beehive to see the bees at work.......and take home a souvenir jar of honey to enjoy! For more information, see […]

    £60 – £100

  • Jumble sale

    Jumble sale for Stower Provost Primary School at the school

    £0.50

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