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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Handel’s Messiah
6 December 2025 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
University Choir & Orchestra present Handel’s Messiah on Saturday 6th December, 7.30pm in St Peter’s Church Parkstone (BH14 0NN), featuring solo performances from University Music’s talented choral scholars. The fully licensed bar at St Peter’s is open before the performance. Tickets £17.60 (including fees) or £8.80 for students and under 18s are available online at https://www.stpetersparkstone.org.uk/#eventSection Early booking advised.
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