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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’

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Turkey and Tinsel Weekend at the RNLI College

RNLI College
Poole
13 November 2026 – 15 November 2026
Join us at the RNLI College for a sparkle-filled Turkey & Tinsel weekend. Just pack Read more…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Father Christmas Yuletide Express at Swanage Railway

Swanage Railway
Swanage
28 November 2026 – 24 December 2026
SELECTED DATES
The Popular Christmas Train Returns to Swanage Railway for a Magical Festive Experience Make Christmas Read more…
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Christmas Afternoon Tea on the Devon Belle at Swanage Railway

Swanage Railway
Swanage
28 November 2026 – 23 December 2026
SELECTED DATES
Experience a Magical Festive Afternoon Tea Journey Aboard the Beautifully Restored Devon Belle Celebrate the Read more…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Christmas Party Cruise with Coastal Cruises

Coastal Cruises
Poole
4 December 2026 – 19 December 2026
SELECTED DATES
Join Coastal Cruises for a holly jolly Christmas party cruise on Poole Harbour! Warm up Read more…
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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…
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Poole Santa Experience with Coastal Cruises

Coastal Cruises
Poole
5 December 2026 – 24 December 2026
SELECTED DATES
Sail with Santa! Ho, ho, ho! Santa’s taking a break from the North Pole to Read more…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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Best Ever Christmas Panto
 at The Allendale Community Centre

Allendale Community Centre
Wimborne Minster
11 December 2026 – 24 December 2026
Best Ever Christmas Panto – an exciting show for Christmas 2026. Book early to get Read more…
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The Coastal Comedy Christmas Special with Scott Bennett


The Barn,
Ringwood
11 December 2026 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Multi-award-winning Coastal Comedy brings a fabulous night of comedy, sure to get you into the Read more…
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Breakfast with Santa at Key West

Key West Coastal Restaurant & Entertainment
Bournemouth
12 December 2026 @ 9:00 am – 13 December 2026 @ 12:00 pm
Back by popular demand for the 5th year running, Santa will be journeying down from Read more…
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The Coastal Comedy Christmas Special with Nathan Caton

Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre For The Arts
Poole
12 December 2026 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Perfect Christmas Night Out! Coastal Comedy Club, our award-winning and regularly sell-out comedy night, brings Read more…
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Festive Lunch with ‘The King’ at the Ocean Beach Hotel & Spa

Ocean Beach Hotel & Spa
Bournemouth
13 December 2026 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Festive Lunch with The King – Elvis Tribute Garry Foley loves nothing more than just Read more…
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ABBA Christmas Party at The Cumberland

The Cumberland Hotel
Bournemouth
15 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…
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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.