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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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Fabulous fungi on Brownsea Island Oct 17

Fabulous fungi on Brownsea Island

Join experts from the Dorset Fungus Group for a fungi walk on Brownsea Island. Discover and identify fascinating fungi and learning more about the different species that grow on Brownsea. See how many...

Holistic Water Retreat Oct 17

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...

The Coastal Comedy Show with Angela Barnes Oct 17

The Coastal Comedy Show with Angela Barnes

Launch Night Special! Coastal Comedy has been showcasing exceptional live comedy across the South West for over a decade, and now brings its award-winning stand-up shows to Verwood Hub for the very...

Wild wetland bird walk Oct 24

Wild wetland bird walk

Brownsea Island is a haven for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Our guided walks, led by an expert Dorset Wildlife Trust ranger, take you through the island's beautiful wetlands. Brownsea...

Halloween Half Term Oct 26

Halloween Half Term

Halloween Half Term is back at Farmer Palmer's — packed with spooky silliness, dancing, challenges and family fun! 26th - 30th October 2026 Join us for one of our favourite weeks of the year, with...

Boo and Bounce with Bubble Show Oct 27

Boo and Bounce with Bubble Show

Boo & Bounce with Bouncy Fun Play + Bubble Show Halloween Special with Spooky Music & Large Inflatable Decorations plus Inflatables, Bouncy Castles, Slides, Soft Play, Ride Ons Plus Comedy...

Boo and Bounce with Spooky Disco Party Oct 28

Boo and Bounce with Spooky Disco Party

Boo & Bounce - Halloween October Half Term Bouncy Fun Play **PLUS DJ Phil from Get Up and Groove Disco Party** with a Spooky Disco Party Inflatables, Bouncy Castles, Slides, Soft Play, Ride Ons...

Spook Fest Dorset Oct 31

Spook Fest Dorset

The Big Family Trick or Treat Event in Poole, Dorset ​ The Objective of this event is to bring you a Fun Safe Indoor alternative to your Outdoor street walk, but still giving you and the children the...

Compton Acres Sunday Lunch Nov 01

Compton Acres Sunday Lunch

Make Sundays a little more special with a delicious lunch at The Italian Villa. Join us every Sunday from 12.30pm–2.30pm and enjoy a relaxed afternoon of great food, beautiful surroundings and time...

Fireworks Cruise with Coastal Cruises Nov 05

Fireworks Cruise with Coastal Cruises

Join us for the best seats in the house as you sail through Europe's largest natural harbour past Brownsea Island, Sandbanks Peninsula, Studland Bay and more. Enjoy panoramic views of sky, sea and...

November 5th Fireworks Nov 05

November 5th Fireworks

Remember, remember the 5th of November - FREE Firework Night on Poole Quay! No better way to spend bonfire night. The event begins at 5pm with live music, family entertainment and food and drink...

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