Events and Festivals in Swanage & the Isle of Purbeck
Discover the best events in Swanage and the Isle of Purbeck with our comprehensive guide to local happenings. From live music and theatre performances to community fairs and seasonal festivals, Virtual Swanage keeps you up to date with everything going on in this charming seaside Dorset town. Plan your visit, find family-friendly activities, and enjoy all that Swanage and Purbeck has to offer.
08:00 to 08:45
Swanage Beach near Banjo Pier, Swanage
Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Start your day with a guided yoga practice on the beach - suitable for all abilities, ages 18 upwards. £5 for 45 minutes. Every ...
09:00 to 10:30
Durlston Country park, Swanage
Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's ...
10:00 to 17:00
AndyKnillArtStudio, 21 Commercial Road, Swanage
Childrens or Family Event events
Every day the shop is open ‘Art for Fun’ is available (ie Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday) indoors or out depending ...
10:30 to 12:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
U3a French Group at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: ...
11:00 to 15:00
The Square, Corfe Castle
Education events
Discover what it was like to live in a medieval castle with our handling collection and meet our stonemason volunteers on ...
14:00 to 15:00
Emmanuel Baptist Church, 160 Victoria Avenue, Swanage
Music events
Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with ...
18:30 to 21:30
Rectory Classroom, St Mary's Church, Church Hill, Swanage
Hobbies events
Would you enjoy a game of cards on a Saturday evening? You are welcome to join our friendly, local whist drive with tea, ...
Festivals
The Story of the Purbeck Film Festival The Purbeck Film Festival, run by a Charitable Trust, was established in 1996. It ...
08:50 to 17:40
Sae Seaweed Baths Scrubs and Masks
Sae Seaweed Spa, Beach Hut, Middle Beach Studland Dorset BH19 3AP, Studland
Animals and Conservation events
Located in beautiful Studland Bay, a stunning nature reserve easily reachable from neighbouring Poole and Bournemouth, Sae ...
08:00 to 13:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
10:00 to 16:30
Home and Hearth: Archaeological finds exhibition
Visitor Centre, Below Corfe Castle, Corfe Castle
History and Heritage events
Delve into the past and discover more about everyday life at Corfe Castle. This exhibition showcases fascinating small finds ...
10:00 to 16:30
Folklore and Fairies Family Quest
The Square, Corfe Castle
Childrens or Family Event events
Step back into a time where everyday life was filled with folklore, mystery, and superstition, where every home had its own ...
10:00 to 11:30
Knowle Beach Car Park, Studland
Childrens or Family Event events
Bring your little ones along to our nature inspired toddler group. Nature Tots is for children aged up to 5 years old and ...
10:00 to 17:00
Miracle of Migration Exhibition
Fine Foundation Gallery, Swanage
Community events
Come and discover the incredible journeys undertaken by Durlston's migratory birds. This exhibition is free to enter ...
13:15 to 14:45
Free daily guided red squirrel walks
Poole Harbour, Brownsea Island
Animals and Conservation events
Join one of our knowledgeable volunteers on a free guided walk through the woodland in search of these delightful bushy-tailed ...
13:00 to 18:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
14:00 to 16:00
The Shed, Swanage
Community events
Enjoy a cuppa, make new friends and enjoy the lovely setting of the Durlston Shed. Every Monday, 2-4pm. Free. The Shed ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Jodi Purbeck Yoga at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Festivals
Up and coming festivals in the Isle of Purbeck. See All Festivals
16th October 2026 to 1st November 2026
Films shown in and around the Isle of Purbeck
3rd April 2027 to 11th April 2027
Sandy Hill Arts is delighted to be piloting an inaugural Purbeck Photography Festival from 3rd to the 11th April 2027
29th May 2027 to 13th June 2027
Purbeck Art Weeks Festival offers wonderful art, concerts and talks in venues across beautiful Purbeck. Enjoy exploring the array of Open Studios and the huge range of artistic riches, from painting, photography and sculpture to ceramics.
Swanage Fish and Food Festival
5th June 2027 to 6th June 2027
Join us for a celebration of all things ‘fishy’ as Swanage comes alive with a focus on delicious seafood and family activities.
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