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.
Events this week
Various times
Near Norden Station, Corfe Castle
History and Heritage events
The much-loved Roads to Rail Steam Rally returns from 26 to 28 June 2026, for the sixth year, bringing a spectacular celebration ...
08:30 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 Hall Web: ...
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 ...
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 ...
Various times
Near Norden Station, Corfe Castle
History and Heritage events
The much-loved Roads to Rail Steam Rally returns from 26 to 28 June 2026, for the sixth year, bringing a spectacular celebration ...
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 ...
08:00 to 09:00
Swanage Pier, Pier Approach, Swanage
Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Yoga on the Pier returns this summer for its eighth year. These sessions offer a joyful start to the day, a chance to connect ...
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 16:30
Abstraction vs. Realism The Joy of Colour Exhibition
Fine Foundation Gallery, Swanage
Art and Museums events
This exhibition presents artists Judith Devons and Helen Joyce in dynamic dialogue, showcasing paintings, mixed media and ...
12:00 to 17:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Elemental Sound Bath at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: ...
Various times
Near Norden Station, Corfe Castle
History and Heritage events
The much-loved Roads to Rail Steam Rally returns from 26 to 28 June 2026, for the sixth year, bringing a spectacular celebration ...
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 ...
Various times
Near Norden Station, Corfe Castle
History and Heritage events
The much-loved Roads to Rail Steam Rally returns from 26 to 28 June 2026, for the sixth year, bringing a spectacular celebration ...
08:00 to 09:00
Swanage Pier, Pier Approach, Swanage
Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Yoga on the Pier returns this summer for its eighth year. These sessions offer a joyful start to the day, a chance to connect ...
Various times
Near Norden Station, Corfe Castle
History and Heritage events
The much-loved Roads to Rail Steam Rally returns from 26 to 28 June 2026, for the sixth year, bringing a spectacular celebration ...
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 ...
Various times
Near Norden Station, Corfe Castle
History and Heritage events
The much-loved Roads to Rail Steam Rally returns from 26 to 28 June 2026, for the sixth year, bringing a spectacular celebration ...
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 ...
Various times
Near Norden Station, Corfe Castle
History and Heritage events
The much-loved Roads to Rail Steam Rally returns from 26 to 28 June 2026, for the sixth year, bringing a spectacular celebration ...
Categories
Festivals
Up and coming festivals in the Isle of Purbeck. See All Festivals
25th July 2026 to 1st August 2026
The week long event begins on Saturday night with a large firework display followed by the procession of decorated floats and bands on Sunday afternoon.
20th August 2026 to 23rd August 2026
The annual Purbeck Valley Folk Festival
Purbeck International Chamber Music Festival
3rd September 2026 to 6th September 2026
The Festival welcomes Natalie Clein and Friends once more to the Isle of Purbeck on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
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