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Music events in Dorset

If you seek laid back jazz, lively bands, quirky folk music or chart topping hits, we’ll get your feet tapping in Dorset.

Whatever your taste in music, we can guarantee there will be a musical event that you’ll being queuing to get tickets for.

Now, who said Dorset was quiet?

Music to your ears

We've got festivals and music events for all tastes, whether you like a bit of folk, reggae, pop or perhaps classical or more up your street, Dorset has it all....and in some of the most wonderful settings!

From stunning abbeys to picturesque castle grounds you will be in tune with your sense with music in your ears and a beautiful sight for your eyes.

Kick back with a cocktail and listen to some smooth jazz

Dorset is no stranger to the odd jazz festival or two!  With festivals featuring bands from across most of the spectrum of jazz, from New Orleans to contemporary sounds, with lots of leading names as well as new faces you're sure to find one to tap along to.

What better than to spend a weekend on the coast, listening to your favourite melodies played by some of the country’s best talent and soaking up the atmosphere and entertainment?

Raise your hands in the air for Camp Bestival!

Camp Bestival's live music selection covers all bases from rock to pop and way beyond, with brilliant and diverse headliners each year.

This festival has families at it's heart and there's loads for everyone to enjoy whatever age.

Past line ups have included Jess Glynne, Fatboy Slim, Beckie Hill and Blondie plus the very best in new music and lots of sing-along favourites too.

Whether you're young or just young at heart, there's a live act that will get you jumping, so we'll see you down the front!

Partied out?

If you’re dancing the night away, then you’ll need a place to stay.

We can help you find accommodation in Dorset whether you need a hotel for the night or a cottage for the week.

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Coastal Combat Festival Feb 08

Coastal Combat Festival

Coastal Combat Festival is back, and this year it's breaking new ground with a spectacular mix of live martial arts, music, and family fun inside the historic Dorchester Prison on Saturday, 7th...

Singing Bowl Soundbath Feb 08

Singing Bowl Soundbath

Lie down, relax, and allow the Pure Sounds of a crystal and Tibetan bowl soundbath plus sacred vocal overtoning give you a sonic deep-tissue massage, taking you into the deeper brainwave states of...

VRï Feb 08

VRï

"They play – and sing – with the exuberance of a folk band, but possess the exquisite musicality and elegance of a chamber string ensemble" Songlines Two-time winners of Best...

BSO Tea Time Trio - Cake Concert Feb 11

BSO Tea Time Trio - Cake Concert

Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra's Cake Concerts are relaxed chamber performances which take place in informal, social environments, combining easy-listening repertoire with refreshments, cake and...

Bingo'in Crazy Valentine's Traffic Light Cruise Feb 14

Bingo'in Crazy Valentine's Traffic Light Cruise

Looking to meet new people this Valentine's – without speed dating, awkward pairings, or forced romance? Step aboard Coastal Vibes for a Valentine's party that keeps things fun, social, and...

Lunchtime Concert Feb 14

Lunchtime Concert

Join us at St Peter's Church Dorchester on Saturday 14th February between 12.30pm and 1pm for our lunchtime concert. This is a thirty-minute organ recital given by renowned musician, broadcaster...

Valentines Cruise for Singles Feb 14

Valentines Cruise for Singles

Valentine's Day with a Difference Why should couples have all the fun? This Valentine's, we're throwing tradition overboard and inviting all the fabulous singles to join us on a cruise...

Bournemouth Chamber Music Society Feb 15

Bournemouth Chamber Music Society

The award-winning Kyan String Quartet will give a recital as part of the Bournemouth Chamber Music Society's 81st season. They will be playing string quartets by Debussy, Berg and Beethoven....

Singing Bowl Soundbath Feb 15

Singing Bowl Soundbath

Lie down, relax, and allow the Pure Sounds of a crystal and Tibetan bowl soundbath plus sacred vocal overtoning give you a sonic deep-tissue massage, taking you into the deeper brainwave states of...

Bouncy Fun Play & Disco Feb 16

Bouncy Fun Play & Disco

Dorset's biggest, best and original Bouncy Castle Play Centres MASSIVE bouncy castles, inflatable slides, assault course, baby bouncers, ride ons, soft play, toddler area and much more Hot drinks,...

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