2024 Events in Dorset

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2024 is fast approaching and here’s some of the events set to take place in and around Bournemouth and Poole. Check back regularly as we’re always updating this section!

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SKATE Bournemouth

Skate on real ice within the canopies of Bournemouth's Lower Gardens this festive period!

NOVEMBER 16TH 2023 - JANUARY 3RD 2024
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The Great Bournemouth Christmas Trail

16 November 2023
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1 January 2024
Bournemouth
Take a tour of Christmas in Bournemouth, collect your clues and solve the riddle for the chance to win a Read more...
HEADLINE EVENT - DO NOT MISS!
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SKATE BOURNEMOUTH & Moguls Alpine Bar

SPECIAL OFFER!
16 November 2023, 10:30 am
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3 January 2024, 9:30 pm
Bournemouth
Glide along our illuminated skate path with a view of Christmas Tree Wonderland. SKATE Bournemouth is without a doubt the Read more...
HEADLINE EVENT - DO NOT MISS!
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Bournemouth Christmas Market

17 November 2023
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1 January 2024
Bournemouth
The Bournemouth Christmas Market is the place to be this festive season! With quaint chalets serving Christmas treats, stocking fillers, Read more...
HEADLINE EVENT - DO NOT MISS!
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Bournemouth Christmas Tree Wonderland

17 November 2023
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1 January 2024
Bournemouth
The Christmas Tree Wonderland is a spectacular Christmas trail with enchanting illuminations. Full of magic, sparkle and wonder, the Christmas Read more...
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Poole Christmas Maritime Light Festival

25 November 2023
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2 January 2024
Poole
Enter a world of Christmas in Poole this year, as this magical FREE Christmas attraction returns for a second year! Read more...
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Fairytale Christmas Trail at Upton Country Park

SELECTED DATES
9 December 2023
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1 January 2024
Poole
Our family-friendly Fairytale Christmas trail adventure trail starts at the Welcome Centre (open 10am-4pm daily); pick up your trail map Read more...
RECOMMENDED!
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Cool Coast Ice Rink at The BIC

9 December 2023
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18 February 2024
Bournemouth
Cool Coast Ice Rink is the largest indoor ice skating rink on the South Coast, located seasonally in Bournemouth International Read more...
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Viggo Venn: British Comedian at the Bournemouth Pavilion

17 December 2023, 7:30 pm
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10:00 pm
Bournemouth
Norwegian clown Viggo Venn moved to this country with one dream: to be a British comedian. The rest, you already Read more...
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New Years Eve at WestBeach

31 December 2023, 7:00 pm
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1:00 am
Bournemouth
Join us for a New Years Eve to remember. A stunning 5 course menu is on offer including complimentary glass Read more...
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The Grand Circus Gala at Aruba

SPECIAL OFFER!
31 December 2023, 7:30 pm
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3:00 am
Bournemouth
Step right up and join us under the big top for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve extravaganza! 🎪🌟✨ 🎩 Be Read more...
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New Years Day Lunch at Hotel du Vin

1 January 2024
Poole
A great start to the New Year with a lavish and leisurely feast for lunch and a glass of Champagne. Read more...
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What’s Love Got To Do With It? at The Bournemouth Pavilion

5 January 2024, 7:30 pm
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9:30 pm
Bournemouth
International sensation What’s Love Got To Do With It? is back with a brand new cast! The massive debut tour Read more...
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Back Into Hell: A Tribute to Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman at the Bournemouth Pavilion

6 January 2024, 7:30 pm
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9:30 pm
Bournemouth
Let us take you Back Into Hell, where rock and roll dreams come true, with this 2 hour extravaganza celebrating Read more...
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Bring Me The Horizon at the BIC

10 January 2024, 5:30 pm
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9:00 pm
Bournemouth
Plus special guests: Bad Omens, Casseytte and Static Dress  BRIT and Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum-selling quintet Bring Me The Horizon is one Read more...
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UK Dance Championships 2024 at The BIC

16 January 2024
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21 January 2024
Bournemouth
A series of elegant and glamorous evenings featuring the World’s top Professional Ballroom and Latin Dancers. The UK Open Dance Read more...
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The Circus of Horrors: Cabaret of Curiosities at the Bournemouth Pavilion

SPECIAL OFFER!
19 January 2024, 7:30 pm
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10:00 pm
Bournemouth
Hot on the heels of The Circus of Horrors’ phantasmagoria, Haunted Fairground, comes a sensational new show – Dr Haze’s Read more...
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Mark Watson: Search at The Bournemouth Pavilion

19 January 2024, 7:30 pm
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10:00 pm
Bournemouth
Mark Watson’s 12-year-old son has just got a phone. His 70-year-old dad has been through the most frightening experience of Read more...
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Johnny Cash Roadshow: Through the Years at the Bournemouth Pavilion

26 January 2024, 7:30 pm
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10:00 pm
Bournemouth
The only show to be endorsed by the Cash family! The Johnny Cash Roadshow is back and better than ever. Read more...
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Ratrace at The Allendale Centre

SPECIAL OFFER!
27 January 2024, 8:30 pm
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11:30 pm
Wimborne Minster
The UK’s ultimate 9 piece Ska band, plus SW20 Radio’s SKA-PLUS show with Andy Dubberley & Roger Tomkins Live!This event Read more...
RECOMMENDED!
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No Dragon No Lion by TS Crew at Pavilion Dance South West

2 February 2024, 7:30 pm
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8:20 pm
Bournemouth
A twist on the traditional Chinese New Year lion dance. TS CREW from Hong Kong have infused acrobatics, parkour, kung Read more...
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Jason Fox: Life At The Limit at the Bournemouth Pavilion

2 February 2024, 7:30 pm
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9:30 pm
Bournemouth
Ex-special forces soldier, star of TV’s SAS: Who Dares Wins, Inside The Real Narcos and author of The Number One Read more...
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The Queen of the Ocean: A Titanic Dining Experience at Key West

3 February 2024, 6:30 pm
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9:00 pm
Bournemouth
An immersive Titanic 3-course dining & theatre experience above the waves on Bournemouth Pier! On Saturday 3rd February 2024, set Read more...
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ABC: The Lexicon of Love Orchestral Tour at the Bournemouth Pavilion

3 February 2024, 7:30 pm
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7:30 pm
Bournemouth
The classic album performed in its entirety plus their other greatest hits, with Southbank Sinfonia. Conducted byAnne Dudley. Martin Fry’s Read more...
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Jonathan Pie: Heroes & Villains at The Bournemouth Pavilion

6 February 2024, 7:30 pm
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7 February 2024, 9:30 pm
Bournemouth
Jonathan Pie: hero or villain? A question often asked and one that Pie hopes to answer in his brand-new live Read more...

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this calendar. Dates and times may be subject to change, you are advised to check beforehand with the event organiser. We cannot be held liable for any errors or misprints or for any cancelled or rescheduled events. Maps are for guidance only and you are advised to obtain detailed location details before planning any journey.

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