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Events and Festivals in Weymouth

Looking for a destination that offers a world-class events programme all year around? Weymouth provides the location for a host of top level events with a schedule that runs throughout the year. Come and enjoy the uplifting experiences created by some of the wonderful events here in in the town.

Whatever your interests or passion, Weymouth is sure to host an event that’s just right for you.

Whether it’s historical or cultural festivals, music, sporting challenges or wonderful food themed favourites, Weymouth’s got events for all ages and budgets.

Immerse yourself in history

Weymouth has a rich heritage and history that is celebrated by a number of themed events held in the town.

Celebrate the areas military history with the Armed Forces Day Celebrations or go back in time and celebrate Weymouth’s swashbuckling past with the Pirate Day at Nothe Fort.

Join the party

Weymouth enjoys a great line up of fabulous music events and festivals featuring music from well-known established groups and up and coming local artists.

The Quayside Music Festival is always a favourite - located on the harbourside it plays host to a wonderful party atmosphere over the bank holiday weekends in during May and August. With this and more we’re confident that you will find the right soundtrack for your visit to Weymouth.

Food glorious food

Weymouth provides the location for a number of fabulous food events with none more popular than SeaFeast - The Dorset Seafood Festival. With Over 80 stalls, mouth-watering seafood menus and celebrity chef demonstrations, we guarantee that you will sample some of the most wonderful seafood found anywhere.

In July, the Food and Family Festival located at Lodmoor Country Park is a fantastic event celebrating local and regional foods whilst entertaining members of the whole family. Its the perfect event for food lovers who can try and buy from an incredible range of local and regional products whilst making memories with the family.

Going for gold in Weymouth

Weymouth’s fantastic location and stunning natural surroundings provides the perfect backdrop for some top level events. For this reason it was selected at one of the host locations outside of London for the 2012 Olympic Games, hosting the sailing events on its world class sailing waters.

If it’s out on the water, on its golden sands or along the famous esplanade, Weymouth offers the perfect venue. The town welcomes many top level marathons and triathlons throughout the year and is one the regular stops for the Ironman and Bustinskin events series. Don’t worry if you don’t think you’re up to competing, take your place in the crowd and cheer on the competitors!

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'Seas the Season' Christmas Party Cruise Dec 17

'Seas the Season' Christmas Party Cruise

Join us for an unforgettable 3-hour Christmas Party Cruise filled with festive cheer and non-stop fun! Start the evening with a festive welcome drink as you board and get ready to soak up the holiday...

Christmas in Weymouth Dec 17

Christmas in Weymouth

Celebrate Christmas by the Sea in Weymouth! There’s truly nowhere better to embrace the season of goodwill than in the heart of Weymouth. As the town sparkles with festive lights and joyful...

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Experience - Weymouth Dec 17

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Experience - Weymouth

The brand new Wizard of Oz Experience! Highly rated on both Apple and Google Play store. Super affordable family and friends fun day out! Get ready to immerse yourself in an exciting and exclusive...

Festive Thursdays Dec 18

Festive Thursdays

Step aboard for a winter evening unlike any other – a 3 hour cruise, wrapped in the quiet magic of the season. Enjoy live music and a cosy, festive atmosphere as you celebrate with friends, family or...

Christmas Pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk Dec 19

Christmas Pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk

Back by popular demand, the hilarious JAMIE RIDING as Dame 'Daisy' Trott Join us this Christmas in the land of fairy tales, where our poor hero Jack and his dotty mum Dame Trott are tricked...

Christmas Quiz with Ultimate Party Nights Dec 19

Christmas Quiz with Ultimate Party Nights

Over £250 worth of prizes to be won! Expect mini prizes throughout the night, including free shots, bar tabs, and exclusive vouchers – grand prize of £100 Coastal Vibes gift voucher up for...

Chesil Winter Birds and a Brew Dec 20

Chesil Winter Birds and a Brew

Join us for a guided bird walk around Chesil Beach and Fleet Lagoon, followed by a hot drink and a slice of cake from the Pebble Pig Cafe. Chesil Beach and Fleet Lagoon are internationally important...

Santa on the Sea Dec 20

Santa on the Sea

This festive adventure is packed with holiday cheer, perfect for all ages. Kids will be delighted with a special gift from Santa, with each present tailored to the child's age and gender (be sure...

Yule Be Merry Dec 21

Yule Be Merry

Join hapless Christmas event planners Holly & Noel from 'Yule Be Merry: carefully curated Christmas creations' as they attempt to assemble a 12 Days of Christmas themed event to a tight...

Yule Be Merry Dec 21

Yule Be Merry

Join hapless Christmas event planners Holly & Noel from 'Yule Be Merry: carefully curated Christmas creations' as they attempt to assemble a 12 Days of Christmas themed event to a tight...

Christmas Day Harbour Swim Dec 25

Christmas Day Harbour Swim

The Weymouth and Portland Lions Clubs are once again planning on running this hugely popular event for Christmas Day 2025.  

Festive Bingoing Mad Dec 27

Festive Bingoing Mad

Keep the Christmas spirit alive and sail into Twixmas with 4 hours of wave-rocking fun at the ultimate festive bingo party – where the numbers are hot, the drinks are cold, and the good times never...

Relaxed Pantomime: Jack and The Beanstalk Dec 29

Relaxed Pantomime: Jack and The Beanstalk

This is a specially adapted version of the pantomime, modified for adults and children who would prefer a more relaxed environment. A relaxed performance is open to everyone but may benefit...

NYE Countdown Cruise Dec 31

NYE Countdown Cruise

Celebrate New Year's Eve in Weymouth like never before aboard Coastal Vibes, with fancy dress fun and high-energy party vibes. Enjoy a sparkling evening of music, dancing, and coastal views as you...

New Year Viennese Gala Jan 09

New Year Viennese Gala

Ring in the new year with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra! BSO Chief conductor Mark Wigglesworth conducts soloist Elizabeth Watts at Weymouth Pavilion on Friday 9 January. The swirling majesty and...

The Take That Experience Jan 30

The Take That Experience

"THE CLOSEST THING TO TAKE THAT" - NIGEL MARTIN-SMITH This incredible show features hit after hit from Take That's career spanning three decades - from classic 90s hits through to their...

Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan Feb 04

Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan

Due to phenomenal demand, award winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan will hit the road again in 2026, continuing the success of his biggest ever live tour - Lions and Tigers and...

Wessex Folk Festival May 30

Wessex Folk Festival

Free festival of folk music and dance on the harbourside in Weymouth. Family festival on Weymouth Harbourside with two free stages showcasing a range of traditional and modern folk acts. Morris...

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