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!
Events coming soon
Easter Fun Fair at Nothe Fort
Roll up, roll up… The Nothe Fort Easter Fun Fair is back in town - bigger and better than before! For 18 whole days, hop into a world of fun, suitable for all the family. We've got: -...
Pirate Treasure Hunt - Easter at SEA LIFE Weymouth
Join us on a Pirate Treasure Hunt this Easter! Oh no! Captain Careless has really done it this time. They've lost all the pirate treasure at SEA LIFE Weymouth and the crew are none too pleased! On...
Watersports Holiday Club
Discover our action-packed sailing & watersports holiday clubs for kids aged 7 to 15, created to get more young people out on the water! Each day runs from 09:30-16:30 with a mixture of watersport...
Easter Egg Hunt at The Lodmoor Brewers Fayre
Join us to celebrate Easter at Brewers Fayre! It's the perfect spot for getting the whole family together for a great-value, delicious meal, along with plenty of fun-filled activities. To make...
Easter Self Guided Family Trail at RSPB Radipole Lake
Become a nature detective and follow the clues to find the missing nest materials hidden around the reserve. Help our birds build brilliant nests for their eggs and chicks. Children must be...
Revolting Artists: Hope - The Underdog Winning
The Revolting Artists are curated, from the coastal town of Weymouth, by local artists Bod and Smithsonian Rösterino; their mission is to create a grass roots art scene whilst shining a spotlight...
Quayside Fest
ITS BACK! ~Quayside Music Festival the biggest event in Weymouth is back with a bang for Easter 2024! Music from 12 noon until 10pm each day.
Weymouth Wildlife Walk
Discover RSPB Lodmoor, a quiet haven for wildlife in the popular seaside town of Weymouth. Featuring a large mix of wetland habitats including reedbeds, open water, saltmarsh, wet grassland, and...
Weymouth Family Day
Join us for a fun day filled with exciting family activities! Search for minibeasts, flowers, birds, and more at RSPB Radipole Lake; enjoy some nature themed activities on a short walk around the...
Weymouth Wildlife Walk
Discover RSPB Radipole Lake, an unlikely urban home to some stunning wildlife nestled in the centre of Weymouth. Featuring a large mix of wetland habitats including reedbeds, open water, saltmarsh,...
Nearly the Dawn Chorus Guided Walk
The Dawn Chorus is one of the UK's greatest wildlife spectacles! So why not join us at Radipole Lake to discover the reserve's own (almost) Dawn orchestra. It is an event not to be missed, as...
Earth Day Junk to Funk and Sustainable Art
Come and join us on this free, informative and fun workshop to celebrate Earth Day and learn about how to reduce your waste in the home and reinvent some everyday household items by getting crafty....
Watersports Open Day
Event details: • Date: Saturday May 4th 2024. • Time: 10:00-15:30. • Location: Andrew Simpson Centre Portland, WPNSA, Osprey Quays. Highlights of the Day: • Free Sailing Tasters:...
Dawn Chorus Guided Walk
The Dawn Chorus is one of the UK's greatest wildlife spectacles – so why not join us to discover Lodmoor's own Dawn Chorus orchestra! It is an event not to be missed, as we take you...
Wessex Folk Festival
Free festival of folk music and dance on the harbourside. Family festival on Weymouth Harbourside with two free stages showcasing a range of traditional and modern folk acts. Morris dancing, food and...
G4 20th Anniversary Tour in Weymouth
The UK's No.1 vocal harmony group and original X-Factor stars celebrate a double decade in the limelight with a spectacular anniversary show. G4 have been wowing audiences with their incredible...
Summerfest - Weymouths Family Festival
Weymouth's Biggest Family Fun Day is back! And this year, it's bigger than ever! Last year, we raised £13,000 for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance in honour of tabler, Grant...
Chesil Rocks
Chesil Rocks has been an annual family friendly music and arts festival in Langton Herring since 2012. The event is non-profit making with all proceeds going to Samaritans of Dorset and so far in...
Weymouth Armed Forces Day Celebrations
Weymouth Armed Forces celebrations take place between 22nd and 24th June 2024.