Your guide to the best things to do in the city.
The Black British Ballet is bringing a special performance to Swanage this autumn, with free family dance workshops at Dorset Libraries on 27 and 30 October. A look at the company behind it, its workshops and its twenty-five years of changing British ballet.
An eight-hour marathon of hard house and hard trance featuring local and national DJs from the Bournemouth and Dorset scene.
A one-day boxing event held at Bar Coast and Harry's Lounge Bar on Old Christchurch Road, with alcohol sales authorised for the day.
Social line dancing with live country music from Ky Rivers, part of Pavilion Dance South West's autumn programme.
A dinner show based on the BBC sitcom Faulty Towers, staged at Key West Pier Bar & Restaurant on Bournemouth Pier.
A relaxing and creative evening workshop introducing the Love Dotting Mandala technique, part of BEAF's Community Friday sessions.
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A look at Coffee #1 in Westbourne, Bournemouth, a large and cosy coffee shop at 86 Poole Road that has been running since 2001. It covers the coffee and seasonal blends, the former bank building, opening hours and the Westbourne area.
The Secret Fungi Festival returns to Careys Secret Garden in Wareham from 23 to 25 October, with talks, workshops, a foraged feast and family activities. A guide to the programme, the ticket prices and the garden itself.
A 90-minute healing sound and vibration experience led by Robin Freeman, featuring gongs, yoga mats and candles.
Informal artist-led critique night to share artwork and gain feedback, hosted by ceramicist Imogen Charleston.
Charity running weekend featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K night run and junior races along the Bournemouth coastline.
Community gathering with creative workshops, socialising and a homecooked meal at the Social Canteen, part of the BEAF Community Mondays & Fridays series.
A three-hour drag king masterclass led by local legend Dandy Issues, covering persona development, makeup, costume, and live comedy performance.
The second Bournemouth International Film Festival took over the Hilton Bournemouth on 9 and 10 October, themed around 'Social Realism'. A look at the screenings, industry talks, the Black-Tie Awards Night and the non-profit CIC behind it.
Go Ape Moors Valley runs Potion Hunt, a £5 Halloween add-on to its Treetop and Nets courses, from 24 October to 1 November. A guide to the event, the courses it attaches to, and the park's facilities.
Sexy Lobster, run by Howard Spooner and chef Olivia Brinkley, has opened in the former Neo glass dome on Bournemouth's seafront. A run-through of the seafood-led menu, the lunch set, opening hours and the terrace.
Avon Beach in Mudeford hosts a free fireworks display on Tuesday 3 November 2026 at 6.30pm. Find details on food, restaurant bookings, accessibility and parking for this family evening near Bournemouth.
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Greg Davies brings his stand-up show 'Full Fat Legend' to the BIC Windsor Hall in Bournemouth.
A festive season programme featuring the Bournemouth Christmas Market, Christmas Tree Wonderland, an outdoor ice rink, carols and the Alpine Lodge in Bournemouth Town Centre.
An Alpine-themed festive market with over 40 traders selling gifts and treats, live music, mulled wine, and seasonal activities in the town centre.
Bob Dylan brings his Rough and Rowdy Ways tour to the BIC Windsor Hall, with a phone and camera-free policy.
A high-energy dance spectacular bringing together five Strictly Come Dancing legends to celebrate the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas.
