Events and Festivals in Swanage & the Isle of Purbeck
Throughout the year Swanage and the Isle of Purbeck plays host to a wide array of events and festivals for all ages. You can filter the events by: Animals and Conservation (22), Art and Museums (90), Childrens or Family Event (108), Community (275), Education (35), Exhibitions and Shows (23), Fetes and Festivals (2), Food and Drink (2), History and Heritage (88), Hobbies (4), Music (70), Sport and Exercise, Walks (27), Theatre and Stage (3), .
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Events this week
Jul
In Local Festivals
Summer Holiday: Ingenious Inventions 09:30 to 05:00
The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and their crews to life. Experience the biggest day out in history this summer holidays with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids activities, and more at ...At Bovington in Childrens or Family Event events
Family Big Wild Sleepout 10:00 to 12:00
The weather is changing, the days are getting longer, and the wildlife is waking up just in time fore Arnes Big Wild Sleepouts!The Big Wild Sleep Outs at RSPB Arne are a unique opportunity to sleep out ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
Summer Games at Corfe Castle 10:00 to 17:30
National Trust event. Get involved with self-led activities and games that are fun for all the family. As you explore the castle ruins you will discover activities and activities new and old. ...At Corfe Castle in Childrens or Family Event events
Keeper of the Castle: Storytelling tours 10:00 to 17:30
National Trust event. Join the Keeper of the Castle as you discover how clever design and strategic location made it fulfil its role throughout a turbulent history. During this fun and fact filled 45-minute ...At Corfe Castle in Education events
Treasures of the toolkit family quest 10:00 to 17:30
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins ...At Corfe Castle in History and Heritage events
Low Carbon Dorset Our Journey to Net Zero Display 10:00 to 17:00
Head to the Castle's Belvedere room to see a display of photography exploring how Dorset is preparing for a greener future. The exhibition wi... Venue: Durlston Castle's Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Pirates of Purbeck Activity Trail 10:00 to 16:00
X marks the spot! Join us at Durlston as we enjoy the start of the Summer Holidays! Head to the Castle reception and collect your activity trail boo... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
Swanage Painting Club, Summer Art Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00
Sale of Paintings, Prints and Cards. Coffee morning on both Saturdays. FREE ADMISSION ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Fragile Earth Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00
Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery for an exhibition by artist Sally Baldwin of ephemeral white installation and wall pieces evoking natural f... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Meet a Moth 11:00 to 11:30
Join one of our Durlston volunteers to open up last nights moth traps. Durlston is a superb place to discover these mysterious and beautiful '... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Jul
In Local Festivals
Summer Holiday: Ingenious Inventions 09:30 to 05:00
The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and their crews to life. Experience the biggest day out in history this summer holidays with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids activities, and more at ...At Bovington in Childrens or Family Event events
Park Yoga 09:30 to 10:30
Join us for a free yoga session - suitable for complete beginners or experienced yogi of all ages! Bring a mat if you have one. If not, bring a towe... Venue: Learning Centre, Durlston Country Park ...At Swanage in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Family Big Wild Sleepout 10:00 to 12:00
The weather is changing, the days are getting longer, and the wildlife is waking up just in time fore Arnes Big Wild Sleepouts!The Big Wild Sleep Outs at RSPB Arne are a unique opportunity to sleep out ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
Swanage Painting Club, Summer Art Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00
Sale of Paintings, Prints and Cards. Coffee morning on both Saturdays. FREE ADMISSION ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Low Carbon Dorset Our Journey to Net Zero Display 10:00 to 17:00
Head to the Castle's Belvedere room to see a display of photography exploring how Dorset is preparing for a greener future. The exhibition wi... Venue: Durlston Castle's Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Pirates of Purbeck Activity Trail 10:00 to 16:00
X marks the spot! Join us at Durlston as we enjoy the start of the Summer Holidays! Head to the Castle reception and collect your activity trail boo... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
Treasures of the toolkit family quest 10:00 to 17:30
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins ...At Corfe Castle in History and Heritage events
Keeper of the Castle: Storytelling tours 10:00 to 17:30
National Trust event. Join the Keeper of the Castle as you discover how clever design and strategic location made it fulfil its role throughout a turbulent history. During this fun and fact filled 45-minute ...At Corfe Castle in Education events
Summer Games at Corfe Castle 10:00 to 17:30
National Trust event. Get involved with self-led activities and games that are fun for all the family. As you explore the castle ruins you will discover activities and activities new and old. ...At Corfe Castle in Childrens or Family Event events
Fragile Earth Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00
Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery for an exhibition by artist Sally Baldwin of ephemeral white installation and wall pieces evoking natural f... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Purbeck Yoga Jodi 23:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Purbeck Yoga Jodi at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Jul
In Local Festivals
U3a Table Tennis 07:30
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Summer Holiday: Ingenious Inventions 09:30 to 05:00
The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and their crews to life. Experience the biggest day out in history this summer holidays with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids activities, and more at ...At Bovington in Childrens or Family Event events
Swanage Painting Club, Summer Art Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00
Sale of Paintings, Prints and Cards. Coffee morning on both Saturdays. FREE ADMISSION ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Summer Games at Corfe Castle 10:00 to 17:30
National Trust event. Get involved with self-led activities and games that are fun for all the family. As you explore the castle ruins you will discover activities and activities new and old. ...At Corfe Castle in Childrens or Family Event events
Treasures of the toolkit family quest 10:00 to 17:30
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins ...At Corfe Castle in History and Heritage events
Medieval Tile Workshop 10:00 to 12:30
National Trust event. Join our friendly artisan volunteers as they demonstrate the medieval craft of tile making in our 15th style timber frame workshop. ...At Corfe Castle in History and Heritage events
Low Carbon Dorset Our Journey to Net Zero Display 10:00 to 17:00
Head to the Castle's Belvedere room to see a display of photography exploring how Dorset is preparing for a greener future. The exhibition wi... Venue: Durlston Castle's Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Pirates of Purbeck Activity Trail 10:00 to 16:00
X marks the spot! Join us at Durlston as we enjoy the start of the Summer Holidays! Head to the Castle reception and collect your activity trail boo... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
Fragile Earth Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00
Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery for an exhibition by artist Sally Baldwin of ephemeral white installation and wall pieces evoking natural f... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Medieval Tile Making Workshop 11:00 to 14:00
National Trust event. Join our friendly artisan volunteers to make traditional medieval-style clay tiles in our traditional 15th century style tile workshop. ...At Corfe Castle in Education events
Cath Yoga 17:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Cath Yoga at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Jul
In Local Festivals
Cath Yoga 07:30
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Cath Yoga at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Purbeck Yoga Jodi 07:30
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Purbeck Yoga Jodi at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Yoga on Swanage Pier 08:00 to 09:00
The Tuesday morning sessions will be a gentle guided flow class suitable for all levels of experience and will include an introduction to simple breathing techniques, some standing and seated postures ...At Online Event in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Summer Holiday: Ingenious Inventions 09:30 to 05:00
The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and their crews to life. Experience the biggest day out in history this summer holidays with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids activities, and more at ...At Bovington in Childrens or Family Event events
Swanage Painting Club, Summer Art Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00
Sale of Paintings, Prints and Cards. Coffee morning on both Saturdays. FREE ADMISSION ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Low Carbon Dorset Our Journey to Net Zero Display 10:00 to 17:00
Head to the Castle's Belvedere room to see a display of photography exploring how Dorset is preparing for a greener future. The exhibition wi... Venue: Durlston Castle's Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Pirates of Purbeck Activity Trail 10:00 to 16:00
X marks the spot! Join us at Durlston as we enjoy the start of the Summer Holidays! Head to the Castle reception and collect your activity trail boo... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
Treasures of the toolkit family quest 10:00 to 17:30
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins ...At Corfe Castle in History and Heritage events
Summer Games at Corfe Castle 10:00 to 17:30
National Trust event. Get involved with self-led activities and games that are fun for all the family. As you explore the castle ruins you will discover activities and activities new and old. ...At Corfe Castle in Childrens or Family Event events
Fragile Earth Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00
Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery for an exhibition by artist Sally Baldwin of ephemeral white installation and wall pieces evoking natural f... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Kids Drawing Workshop 10:30 to 12:00
Join artist Mark Page in the Learning Centre for a workshop learning to draw everything from animals to plants! Materials are included. Suitable for... Venue: Learning Centre Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
Jul
In Local Festivals
Hall Out Of Use For Maintenance 07:30
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Hall Out Of Use For Maintenance at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Summer Holiday: Ingenious Inventions 09:30 to 05:00
The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and their crews to life. Experience the biggest day out in history this summer holidays with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids activities, and more at ...At Bovington in Childrens or Family Event events
Swanage Painting Club, Summer Art Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00
Sale of Paintings, Prints and Cards. Coffee morning on both Saturdays. FREE ADMISSION ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Summer Games at Corfe Castle 10:00 to 17:30
National Trust event. Get involved with self-led activities and games that are fun for all the family. As you explore the castle ruins you will discover activities and activities new and old. ...At Corfe Castle in Childrens or Family Event events
Treasures of the toolkit family quest 10:00 to 17:30
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins ...At Corfe Castle in History and Heritage events
Low Carbon Dorset Our Journey to Net Zero Display 10:00 to 17:00
Head to the Castle's Belvedere room to see a display of photography exploring how Dorset is preparing for a greener future. The exhibition wi... Venue: Durlston Castle's Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Pirates of Purbeck Activity Trail 10:00 to 16:00
X marks the spot! Join us at Durlston as we enjoy the start of the Summer Holidays! Head to the Castle reception and collect your activity trail boo... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
Fragile Earth Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00
Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery for an exhibition by artist Sally Baldwin of ephemeral white installation and wall pieces evoking natural f... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Wild Wednesdays 11:00 to 15:00
Drop in at the Learning Centre from 11am - 3pm to have a go at painting, crafts and activities. Wild Wednesdays runs every Wednesday of the school... Venue: Learning Centre Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
Martial Arts Training 17:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Martial Arts Training at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Fish and Chip Cruise to Poole 18:30 to 21:30
Embark on an early evening circular cruise to Poole Harbour with City Cruises, departing from Swanage Pier.The cruise offers vast panoramas of sky, sea, and sand as you pass Old Harry Rocks, Studland ...At Swanage in Food and Drink events
Aug
In Local Festivals
Summer Holiday: Ingenious Inventions 09:30 to 05:00
The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and their crews to life. Experience the biggest day out in history this summer holidays with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids activities, and more at ...At Bovington in Childrens or Family Event events
Swanage Painting Club, Summer Art Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00
Sale of Paintings, Prints and Cards. Coffee morning on both Saturdays. FREE ADMISSION ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Aug
In Local Festivals
Swanage Painting Club, Summer Art Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00
Sale of Paintings, Prints and Cards. Coffee morning on both Saturdays. FREE ADMISSION ...At Swanage in Art and Museums events
Festivals
Up and coming festivals in the Isle of Purbeck. See All Festivals
27th July 2024 to 3rd August 2024
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.
15th August 2024 to 18th August 2024
The annual Purbeck Valley Folk Festival
24th August 2024 to 25th August 2024
Join us for a celebration of all things ‘fishy’ as Swanage comes alive with a focus on delicious seafood and family activities.
Purbeck International Chamber Music Festival
29th August 2024 to 1st September 2024
The Festival welcomes Natalie Clein and Friends once more to the Isle of Purbeck on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
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