A three-day festival celebrating African-Caribbean heritage with reggae, ska, and dancehall music, food, and family-friendly activities.
Free summer fireworks displays held every Friday at 10pm on the Bournemouth seafront, from 24 July to 28 August 2026.
A family-friendly pantomime of Aladdin packed with comedy, dance and dazzling staging, performed at the Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre.
A live puppet show adaptation of the award-winning children's television series Bluey, featuring original music and stories from the Heeler family.
Michael Flatley's iconic Irish dance show celebrates its 30th anniversary with a spectacular tour featuring new choreography, costumes, and special effects.
An evening of 90s hits performed by the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra at Meyrick Park as part of their Proms in the Park 2026 series.
Weekly firework displays held every Friday night throughout the summer on Bournemouth seafront.
Steve Hackett performs the best of Genesis songs and classic material from his solo albums in Bournemouth.
An immersive prehistoric journey featuring realistic dinosaurs, fossils, and evolutionary history presented by the Natural History Museum.
A theatrical Iron Maiden tribute show marking the 40th anniversary of their legendary 1986-87 tour, featuring a custom-built stage and authentic lighting effects.
A musical jukebox show celebrating the hits of the 1950s and 1960s, featuring The Overtones, Nadiya Bychkova and Louis Smith with energetic dance routines.
Tribute show recreating the live energy of Fleetwood Mac with hits like Dreams, Don't Stop and Rhiannon.
A nostalgic tour show hosted by Tony Blackburn, featuring live performances of classic 1960s hits by the Sounds Of The 60s All Star Band & Singers.
Acclaimed tribute act performing the Hotel California album and other timeless hits from the Eagles.
Legendary 2-Tone group The bEAT, led by Dave Wakeling, perform as part of their 21 date UK tour, celebrating the 2-Tone music scene.
A two-day celebration of emerging filmmaking talent featuring screenings, industry talks, workshops, and a black-tie awards night.
An authentic tribute to Amy Winehouse featuring Caroline Lowe and a full backing band at O2 Academy Bournemouth.
Soul singer Jalen Ngonda brings his Doctrine of Love Tour to the O2 Academy Bournemouth for a live soul music performance.
A high-energy Nashville-style country music celebration featuring powerhouse performances and modern country anthems by Cody Pennington.
A free Hip Hop and House dance session led by Rich Smith with a live DJ, part of the Dancing Terraces series at Pavilion Dance South West.
New York-based indie rock band We Are Scientists perform live at the O2 Academy Bournemouth.
Progress Wrestling brings The Odyssey Tour to Bournemouth, featuring high-flying athletes and epic wrestling battles.
High-energy tribute concert celebrating 45 years of the Blues Brothers legacy, featuring electrifying blues and country classics.
Live DJ session featuring Ibiza dance anthems on the terrace of Key West Bar and Grill, located at the end of Bournemouth Pier.
A free outdoor salsa dance session led by Clare Nicholas as part of the Dancing Terraces series at Pavilion Dance South West.
A traditional Irish folk dancing session (Ceilidh) with live music by Murphys Lore Ceilidh Band, part of the Dancing Terraces series.
A free vintage jazz dance session led by Ruby Adams as part of the Dancing Terraces series at Pavilion Dance South West.
A celebration of the end of the Ceilidh Season with live folk music from Bow and Box and guided traditional dancing led by Andy Helson.
A dynamic dance performance transforming an eatery into a stage for stories of home, identity, and belonging, blending Hong Kong cinema spirit with street culture energy.
