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From the biggest names in pop to open mic nights showcasing promising local talent, whatever sounds you're into, Bournemouth has something that’s right on pitch.

We’ve got a whole host of venues in and around the resort. There are large, world-class concert venues, like the Bournemouth International Centre and Lighthouse – Poole’s Centre for the Arts, as well as theatres in the heart of the resort. And not to mention, a whole host of cool and quirky pubs and clubs in our coastal villages of Boscombe, Southbourne, and Westbourne. So, there are plenty of places to catch your favourite artists.

Bournemouth International Centre offers a stellar line-up throughout the year, featuring tour dates for some of the world’s most famous pop and rock recording artists. The Pavilion Theatre welcomes touring opera companies and hit West End musicals, as well as jaw-dropping tribute acts from Bob Marley to David Bowie.

Boscombe’s eclectic and bohemian vibe lends itself to open mic nights and intimate gigs from some of the best rising acoustic and rock’n’roll talent as well as DJ sessions.

The Lighthouse in Poole is also home to one of Bournemouth’s greatest exports, the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. Their exhaustive diary of performance dates and outreach projects around the country makes them one of the most in-demand classical orchestras in the UK, and if you’re quick, you can nab tickets to see them on home turf performing alongside world-famous soloists.

There are also live screenings from the world’s greatest opera houses at the Regent Centre in Christchurch and the Lighthouse in Poole.

But music doesn’t only take place at Bournemouth’s renowned indoor venues. We put on hundreds of festivals and events throughout the year, many featuring live stage performances from local bands and artists. Indeed, Bournemouth Arts by the Sea Festival includes a live music programme, so you can bring the family down and dance in the resort’s historic gardens bathed in autumn sun.

So, whether it’s groundbreaking new sounds or a trip down memory lane with your favourite musical throwbacks, tune in to our line-up and make sure you’ve got front row seats.

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The Kid At Heart Tour: Bournemouth

Bournemouth

George Croucher brings his tour home to Bournemouth for the finale - flawless vocals, addictive originals and warm vibes this way.

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From:
23 Nov 2024Open 19:30 - 22:30
Bare Jams "Genre Mashing Collective"

Bournemouth

Bare Jams are a six-piece band that effortlessly combines feel-good, summer vibe pop with soul, funk, jazz, rock, and more.

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From:
29 Nov 2024Open 18:30 - 23:00
Award-Winning Elvis Tribute Artist Garry Foley Comes to Bournemouth Pier

Bournemouth

Elvis comes to Bournemouth Pier – An outstanding, exciting tribute to one of the world's greatest and most iconic King of Rock n' Roll – Elvis is returning to Key West.

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From:
30 Nov 2024Open 18:00 - 22:00
Nutcracker Magic

Poole

Start the festive season with Nutcracker Magic. The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra return to the Lighthouse on 4 December.

Venue

Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts, Poole

Dates

From:
4 Dec 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30
Christmas Party Cruise

The Quay, Poole

Hop on board City Cruises Christmas Party Cruise, enjoy a glass of mulled wine, two course festive meal and dance the night away to Christmas classics.

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From:

6 Dec 2024to21 Dec 2024Various Opening Times
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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From:
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
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.

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From:
14 Dec 2024Open 19:30 - 22:00
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

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From:
14 Dec 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30
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

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From:
21 Dec 2024Open 18:30 - 22:00
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

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From:
22 Dec 2024Open 19:00 - 22:00
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
Abba's Angel on Bournemouth Pier

Bournemouth

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

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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

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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.

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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
Bowling for Soup: A Hangover You Don't Deserve 20th Anniversary Tour

Bournemouth

Pop punk legends, the Grammy-nominated Bowling For Soup are delighted to announce their February 2025 UK tour, celebrating 20 years of one of their most successful albums, the fantastic A Hangover You Don't Deserve.

Venue

Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

Dates

From:
15 Feb 2025Open 18:30 - 22:00
Valentine Classics

Poole

Celebrate with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra on Saturday 15 February at the Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts.

Venue

Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts, Poole

Dates

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

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