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Events and Festivals in Poole

Poole has a vibrant and exciting events calendar ranging from concerts and shows at the Lighthouse Arts Centre to popular quayside events. You may even spot a ghost walk or a pirate event on the events calendar too!

Whether your interest is music, dance, food, classic cars or culture, there is something to entertain all ages throughout the whole year.

Dream Machines

Taking place every Tuesday night from April to September, see hundreds of motorbikes on Poole Quay. From classics to sports, Harley Davidsons to Kawasaki and everything in-between. The event creates a unique, exciting atmosphere as bikers and spectators enjoy a relaxed evening. Bring your own bike or just admire them, the choice is yours.

Magic of Thailand Festival

This two day Thai Festival takes place in May at Harbourside Park on the edge of Poole Harbour.

Treat yourself to a weekend wonder and bring along your families and friends to feel a touch of Thai culture.Cchallenge your taste buds and feast your eyes on world class food and performances including traditional music and dancing, Muay Thai boxing, Ladyboy show and lots more.

Harry Paye Pirate Day

Avast me harties! Tis time for land lubbers to dig out yer eye patch, earing and cutlass for Poole’s annual celebration in June, of its favourite pirate son Harry Paye.

The popular Harry Paye Day shindig gets underway from 12 under the noonday sun with the Parade of Pirates along Poole Quay.

Sandpolo

This annual Sandpolo event takes place on Sandbanks Beach in July. The event attracts a host of top polo players, VIP guests and fashionistas.

In the evenings, as the sun sets over ‘Old Harry Rocks’ the beach parties begin. 

Poole Harbour Festival

The Poole Harbour Festival is a music filled 3 day event taking place every July.

Featuring well-loved bands as well as tribute acts and DJs, this family-friendly festival offers both day and night time performances.

Summer Fireworks

Get your groove on for fabulous free live music, entertainment and fireworks during the summer on Poole Quay!

It takes place every Thursday (from 8th to 29th August 2024) bringing a party atmosphere to Poole’s continental quayside with live music, entertainment and family fun before finishing with a firework finale over the largest natural harbour in Europe at 10pm! 

Christmas in Poole

Stretching from the Dolphin Shopping Centre and along the High Street down onto Poole Quay you will find dazzling Christmas Trees, Tallships, Anchors and lit up canopies to walk under, as though you are walking under the sea! There's lots to see and do in Poole during Christmas, and not forgetting Dorset's biggest indoor shopping centre for all those Christmas presents.

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Compton Acres Sunday Lunch Nov 07

Compton Acres Sunday Lunch

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Holistic Water Retreat Nov 07

Holistic Water Retreat

Step aboard for a deeply restorative three-hour holistic retreat cruise through the tranquil waters of Poole Harbour. This is more than a boat journey – it's an invitation to reconnect with...

Winter Safari Cruises Nov 07

Winter Safari Cruises

The winter scene in Poole Harbour is exceptional, functioning as an important haven for the 25,000 waders and waterfowl that pile in, finding refuge during the harshest months of the year. Divers,...

BSO Wind Octet - Music for Wind Nov 13

BSO Wind Octet - Music for Wind

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Compton Acres Christmas Market Nov 20

Compton Acres Christmas Market

The Christmas season starts here! Join us at Compton Acres Christmas Market on Friday 20th November & Saturday 21st November and enjoy a festive shopping experience filled with local sellers and...

Late Night Shopping Dec 02

Late Night Shopping

Make your Christmas shopping a little more magical with Late Night Shopping at Compton Acres. Every Wednesday in December, we're staying open until 8pm, giving you extra time to choose your...

The Christmas Orchestra Dec 04

The Christmas Orchestra

The Christmas Orchestra returns for 2026 after two sold-out UK tours,making it's way to Poole. Performed live by a sixteen-piece chamber orchestra with full sound and lighting production, the show...

Murder Mystery Dinner - The Blue Carbuncle Dec 05

Murder Mystery Dinner - The Blue Carbuncle

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RNLI College Christmas Market 2026 Dec 06

RNLI College Christmas Market 2026

rowse over 40 wonderful exhibitors offering Christmas gifts of every kind — from local handmade arts and crafts to jewellery, chutneys, sweet treats, seasonal produce and more. Enjoy a glass of mulled...

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