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Bournemouth is truly an eventful destination; we have more than 500 events taking place across the resort every year!

If you're up to date with the latest pop and rock artists, you'll be able to catch some of the biggest names in the music industry at our world-class venues.

Or if you prefer classical sounds, we've got live performances on indoor and outdoor stages throughout the town and even on the seafront.

There's also a great selection of smaller venues running live music events throughout the year, so you can pop along and hear fresh sounds and local talent while you enjoy a pint.

There are also plenty of other opportunities to see spectacular performances in Bournemouth. The famous Art Deco Pavilion Theatre runs a packed programme of events, including musical theatre straight from the West End, ballet, opera, pantomime, and comedy.

And that's not the only place you can find hit shows; there are other theatres in and around Bournemouth, as well as pop-up live stages, so you can enjoy entertainment outdoors in the summer months.

Bournemouth is also a vibrant resort with a vital population of residents and visitors, so we're always hosting breathtaking sporting events - a thrill for both competitors and spectators alike. From the ever popular running and team sports events to the more unusual, including everything from beach volleyball and soccer to power boating and open-water swimming, you can get active while soaking in the fresh sea air and panoramic views.

As well as high-energy events, there's plenty going on at a more leisurely pace. You'll find local fairs and festivals both in the centre of town and out in our coastal villages. From food and drink to vintage vehicles, these often one-off gems are unique to their quaint, coastal locations, so you can immerse yourself in a British seaside experience that'll make your holiday in Bournemouth one to remember.

Our range of events span the seasons and take place day and night, so whether you want a fun filled trip with the family or you're out on the town with friends, you're sure to find something to enjoy that'll make your stay in Bournemouth the 'event of the year'!

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SoundCellar

Poole

SoundCellar presents the very best in live jazz, world music and much more, from its base in Poole, Dorset, UK.

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8 Dec 2024
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9 Jan 2025
The Human League

Bournemouth

When you're in love, you know you're in love.

Venue

Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

Dates

From:
10 Dec 2024Open 18:30 - 22:00
The Coastal Comedy Christmas Special with Paul Tonkinson

ringwood

Get some festive funny and a top night of live comedy with 3 fantastic acts and host staged by multi-award winning Coastal Comedy.

Dates

From:
13 Dec 2024Open 19:00 - 22:15
It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas

Wimborne

Back by popular demand this year, is one of our most loved concerts in the stunning Wimborne Minster Church.

Dates

From:
14 Dec 2024Open 19:30 - 22:00
Breakfast with Santa on the Pier!

Bournemouth

We've heard that Key West on Bournemouth Pier is having a special visit from Father Christmas this year!

Dates

From:

14 Dec 2024to23 Dec 2024Various Opening Times
The Snowman

Poole

Guaranteed to send tingles down your spine as you relive this enchanted animated film together with a live orchestral performance of Howard Blake's iconic score.

Venue

Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts, Poole

Dates

From:
14 Dec 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30
The Coastal comedy Christmas Special with Andy Askins

Poole

Get some festive funny and enjoy a top night of live stand-up comedy with 3 hilarious acts plus host.

Venue

Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts, Poole

Dates

From:
14 Dec 2024Open 19:15 - 22:15
Bournemouth Christmas Cracker Carol Concert

Bournemouth

Visitors will be invited to singalong with carols and participate in what promises to be fantastic festive entertainment.

Dates

From:
18 Dec 2024
Festive Ceilidh with Bow and Box and caller Fee Lock

Bournemouth

Enjoy our December Ceilidh with a festive twist! Bow & Box is a folk duo from the South Coast providing unique ceilidh experiences, rousing concerts and a sensitive background accompaniment.

Venue

Pavilion Dance South West, Bournemouth

Dates

From:
21 Dec 2024Open 18:30 - 22:00
The Coastal comedy Christmas special with Esther Manito

Poole

Get some festive funny and enjoy a top night of live stand-up comedy with 3 hilarious acts.

Venue

Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts, Poole

Dates

From:
21 Dec 2024Open 19:15 - 22:15
That'll Be The Day: So This Is Christmas

Bournemouth

Get into the festive spirit with That'll Be The Day's Christmas Show: So This is Christmas!

Venue

Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

Dates

From:
22 Dec 2024Open 19:00 - 22:00
Poole’s New Year’s Day Bath Race & Classic Cars on the Quay

Poole

Clear the head at Poole's annual charity day of fundraising. See creative crews take to the water in their home made crafts and race to be end with cheering crowds. Expect thrills, spills and sabotage along the way.

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From:
1 Jan 2025
New Years Day Viennese Gala

Poole

This New Year the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra are returning to the Lighthouse to celebrate with the classical greats of Vienna, joined by nationally renowned soprano Soraya Mafi.

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From:
1 Jan 2025Open 15:00 - 17:00
Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time

Poole

TV favourite Ed Byrne brings his Best Reviewed Show at the 2023 Edinburgh Festival, British Comedy Guide's No 1 Comedy show of 2023, and his most personal show to date to Poole!

Dates

From:
16 Jan 2025Open 19:45 - 21:45
Abba's Angel on Bournemouth Pier

Bournemouth

A full night of ABBA's greatest hits comes to Key West!

Dates

From:
25 Jan 2025Various Opening Times
Queen Extravaganza: Celebrating 50 years of Bohemian Rhapsody

Bournemouth

With over a decade of global touring experience, Queen Extravaganza delivers a spectacular 90-minute set featuring more than 20 hits from Queen's huge back-catalogue

Venue

Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

Dates

From:
1 Feb 2025Open 19:30 - 22:30
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra presents African Rhapsodies at The Lighthouse

Poole

Nottingham based Senegalese composer and kora player Seckou Keita is proud to present African Rhapsodies: an epic project created in collaboration with Italian composer and musician Davide Mantovani.

Dates

From:
8 Feb 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30
Cello Elegy

Poole

Experience a celebration of the Cello with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and one of the leading cellists of her generation: Laura van der Heijden. On Wednesday 12 February the BSO return to the Lighthouse for an evening of Beethoven, Elgar and…

Venue

Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts, Poole

Dates

From:
12 Feb 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30

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