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Christmas Events
What’s On this Christmas in Bournemouth & Poole
Christmas in Dorset is truly magical, with festive events kicking off from mid-November. From twinkling Christmas markets and family friendly pantomimes to festive concerts, ice skating and light displays – our 2026 Christmas guide brings together the very best events happening across the region.
Whether you’re planing a cosy outing with friends, a fun filled day out with the kids or a festive night out, browse our events calendar below, check dates and venues and plan a perfect Christmas – after all it is ‘the most wonderful time of the year’
Careys Ethical Christmas Market at Careys Secret Garden
Careys Secret Garden
Wareham
14 November 2026
Celebrate the festive season and shop sustainably at Careys Secret Garden’s Ethical Christmas Market. Join Read more…
Candles on the Green
Wimborne Minster
Wimborne Minster
14 November 2026 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join Lewis-Manning on Saturday 14th November 2026 for ‘Candles on the Green’ Join us for Read more…
Drag On The Pier: Vicki Vivacious Sleighs the Night at Key West
key West Coastal Restaurant & Entertainment
Bournemouth
14 November 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Back by popular demand! RuPaul’s Drag Race UK star Vicki Vivacious is returning to Key Read more…
Candles by the Sea
Swanage Bandstand
Swanage
19 November 2026 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Lewis-Manning Hospice Care’s Candles By The Sea at The Bandstand Join us by the sea Read more…
Christmas Market at Compton Acres
Compton Acres
Poole
20 November 2026 – 21 November 2026
Enjoy a festive shopping experience filled with local sellers and plenty of Christmas cheer at Read more…
Turkey and Tinsel Weekend at the RNLI College
RNLI College
Poole
20 November 2026 – 22 November 2026
Join us at the RNLI College for a sparkle-filled Turkey & Tinsel weekend. Just pack Read more…
Allendale Christmas Craft Fair at The Allendale Centre
Allendale Community Centre
Wimborne Minster
21 November 2026 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
A popular annual fixture, Allendale Christmas Craft Fair returns in 2026. With halls full of Read more…
Candles on the Quay
Poole Quay
Poole
26 November 2026 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
A beautiful evening of remembrance, music and candlelight, supporting family bereavement counselling. Lewis-Manning’s stunning community Read more…
Royal Marines Christmas Spectacular at the Bournemouth Pavilion
Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre
Bournemouth
26 November 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
A Special Festive Concert by the Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines The world-famous Band Read more…
Father Christmas Yuletide Express at Swanage Railway
Swanage Railway
Swanage
28 November 2026 – 24 December 2026
The Popular Christmas Train Returns to Swanage Railway for a Magical Festive Experience Make Christmas Read more…
Christmas Afternoon Tea on the Devon Belle at Swanage Railway
Swanage Railway
Swanage
28 November 2026 – 23 December 2026
Experience a Magical Festive Afternoon Tea Journey Aboard the Beautifully Restored Devon Belle Celebrate the Read more…
George Michael Festive Tribute Night at The Cumberland Hotel
The Cumberland Hotel
Bournemouth
1 December 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 12:00 am
George Michael Tribute Followed by After Party Disco until 12 Midnight Andrew Browning is Europe’s Read more…
Take That Festive Tribute Night at The Cumberland Hotel
The Cumberland Hotel
Bournemouth
3 December 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 1:00 am
Take That Tribute followed by After Party Disco until 1.00am! Followed by After Party Disco Read more…
Christmas Carol Trains at Swanage Railway
Swanage Railway
Swanage
3 December 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
All aboard for a magical Christmas evening of steam, song, and seasonal cheer! Join Swanage Read more…
Christmas Party Cruise with Coastal Cruises
Coastal Cruises
Poole
4 December 2026 – 19 December 2026
Join Coastal Cruises for a holly jolly Christmas party cruise on Poole Harbour! Warm up Read more…
The Coastal Comedy Christmas Special with Terry Alderton
The Barrington Arts Centre
Ferndown
4 December 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Get ready to be catapulted into the festive spirit with a night of laughter at Read more…
Bournemouth Christmas Panto: Aladdin
Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre
Bournemouth
5 December 2026 – 3 January 2027
Bournemouth Christmas Family Pantomime, 5th December 2026 – 3rd January 2027 Prepare for the most Read more…
Poole Santa Experience with Coastal Cruises
Coastal Cruises
Poole
5 December 2026 – 24 December 2026
Sail with Santa! Ho, ho, ho! Santa’s taking a break from the North Pole to Read more…
ABBA Christmas Party at The Cumberland
The Cumberland Hotel
Bournemouth
8 December 2026 @ 7:30 pm – 12:00 am
Abba Christmas Party Followed by After Party Disco until 12 Midnight! A bit about us…The Read more…
Freddie Mercury Festive Tribute Night at The Cumberland Hotel
The Cumberland Hotel
Bournemouth
9 December 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 12:00 am
Freddie Mercury Tribute Night followed by disco until Midnight! Dean Richardson as Freddie Mercury faithfully Read more…
Poole Christmas Panto: Jack and the Beanstalk
Lighthouse Poole
Poole
10 December 2026 – 3 January 2027
Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum – the Poole Christmas Pantomime is back! 10th December – 3rd January CBeebies and Read more…
Tina Turner Festive Tribute Night at The Cumberland Hotel
The Cumberland Hotel
Bournemouth
10 December 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 1:00 am
Tina Turner Tribute Night followed by Party Disco until 1.00am Followed by After Party Disco Read more…
Christmas Carol Trains at Swanage Railway
Swanage Railway
Swanage
10 December 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
All aboard for a magical Christmas evening of steam, song, and seasonal cheer! Join Swanage Read more…
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Please be advised that dates and other details are subject to change at any time. We recommend checking with the organiser via their website or social media links on this page before making any special travel arrangements. We cannot accept liability for any errors, changes, or cancellations.
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