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.
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.
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!
Plan your holiday to Poole
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