Remember, remember the 5th of November with a FREE Fireworks display over Poole Harbour! There will be live music, family entertainment and activities to delight the crowds and keep the fun going until the big firework finale.
Spooky Fun awaits this Halloween!
Looking for family-friendly Halloween events in Bournemouth & Poole? Get ready for a spooktacular October packed with creepy creatures, magical adventures, Halloween trails, discos and plenty of frightfully good fun! 🕷️
From little pumpkins to brave young witches and wizards, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this Halloween and half-term. Discover the best upcoming family events and make some spooky memories together!
Bonfire Night & Fireworks
Get ready for a spectacular Bonfire Night across Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset! From dazzling fireworks displays and glowing bonfires to family-friendly celebrations, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a magical evening together.
Wrap up warm, grab the sparklers and discover the best Bonfire Night and fireworks events. From spectacular displays to family-friendly celebrations, find the perfect event for your family and enjoy an evening full of colour and excitement!
Christmas in Bournemouth & Poole
Make the most of the festive season with our guide to Christmas events in Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset. Discover Christmas markets, pantomimes, festive shows, ice skating, Christmas lights, family days out and plenty of seasonal activities to enjoy with friends and family.
Find festive events, plan your Christmas outings and make the most of the magic this year!
Find Santa in Bournemouth & Poole
Make magical Christmas memories with the kids!
Discover Santa’s grottos and Father Christmas experiences in Bournemouth, Poole and across Dorset, from festive family adventures and Christmas train rides to breakfast with Santa and special seasonal activities.
Find dates, details and ideas for a magical festive day out with the family.
Great Attractions!
Symphonic Metal Meets Fire: The Rock Orchestra Brings ‘Arena of Fire’ to Bournemouth
The Rock Orchestra is bringing its explosive new production, Arena of Fire, to Bournemouth International Centre on Saturday 10 October 2026 at 8pm, as part of its 2026 UK arena tour.
Veteran RNLI fundraiser takes 15,000ft leap after vowing: ‘I’ll never ask anyone to do something I wouldn’t do myself’
Long-serving RNLI volunteer David Richmond-Coggan BEM has taken his fundraising to new heights, completing a 15,000ft skydive in support of the charity’s lifesaving work.
Nursery tots open hospital’s newest sensory play area
Ahead of the Children’s Health department moving from Poole Hospital to the Royal Bournemouth Hospital next Spring, tots from Tops Nursery tried and tested the new sensory play area put in place for children needing hospital care.
2 for 1 Tickets for Aladdin Christmas Pantomime in Bournemouth!
Looking for a fun and affordable family day out this Christmas? Aladdin is returning to Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre, bringing plenty of festive entertainment, comedy and pantomime magic to the stage — and there’s currently a 2-for-1 ticket offer available on selected performances.
Coastal Cruises Poole launches new ‘Street Food at Sea’ series – and is looking for local caterers to come aboard!
Coastal Cruises Poole is bringing a whole new meaning to eating out with the launch of Street Food at Sea – a new series of themed food cruises combining flavours from around the world with an evening sailing through Poole Harbour.
Eyes to the skies: BCP’s got talons!
Residents and visitors are being urged to keep their eyes to the skies this month for the chance to spot some of the UK’s rarest and most spectacular birds of prey over Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.