Festivals and Carnivals in Poole

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We have lots of great family friendly festivals and carnivals throughout the year. From the hugely popular Bournemouth Air Festival to the colourful Bourne Free Pride Festival there’s something to suit all tastes!

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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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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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Lighthouse Holistic Festival

SPECIAL OFFER!
17 February 2024, 10:00 am
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18 February 2024, 5:00 pm
Poole
With a huge array of stands to explore, therapies to try and advice to improve health and well-being – Lighthouse Read more...
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Poole Regatta

25 May 2024
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27 May 2024
Poole
The International Paint Poole Regatta 2024 will be taking place across the late May bank holiday from 25th – 27th May Read more...
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SandPolo 2024

12 July 2024
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13 July 2024
Poole
The polo at Sandbanks (the British Beach Polo Championships) is the largest beach polo event in the world. When polo Read more...
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SandFest 2024

SPECIAL OFFER!
14 July 2024, 12:00 pm
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10:00 pm
Poole
SandFest is a boutique beach festival on the south coast consistently attracting party people from near and far. This dance 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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