Whats On for November 2026 in Swanage & the Isle of Purbeck
Find things to do in Swanage and Isle of Purbeck events diary. From arts and cultural events to outdoor activities and seasonal celebrations, Virtual Swanage provides a complete guide to what’s on in this beautiful Dorset town. Plan ahead, mark your calendar, and make the most of your time in Swanage.
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Festivals
The Story of the Purbeck Film Festival The Purbeck Film Festival, run by a Charitable Trust, was established in 1996. It ...
Various times
Flying Scotsman at Swanage Railway
Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage
History and Heritage events
The world-famous Flying Scotsman will be visiting Swanage Railway in autumn 2026, as part of our 50th anniversary celebrations. ...
06:00 to 08:00
Sunrise Guided Walk at RSPB Arne - 1st November
RSPB Arne,, Wareham
Animals and Conservation events
Immerse yourself in the peace and quiet of beautiful RSPB Arne, while watching the breath-taking spectacle of sunrise over ...
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 ...
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, ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Db Drum Practice at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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 ...
18:30 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, ...
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 ...
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, ...
19:30 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Wmpc Meeting at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
08:30 to 13:00
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 HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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 ...
13:00 to 18:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Harmony Rocks at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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, ...
09:00 to 12:30
Purbeck Patchwork And Quilting
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Purbeck Patchwork And Quilting at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village ...
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, ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Yoga With Semra at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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 ...
10:00 to 13:00
Discover the Hidden Fungi of Studland: A Guided Walk with Andy Knott
Knoll Beach, Ferry Road, Studland
Education events
Join Andy of Jurassic Coast Mushrooms for a guided walk through Studland’s woodland, learning to identify a range of native ...
13:00 to 17:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Purbeck Crafty Creatures at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: ...
15:00 to 22:30
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
The Churchfitters Are Back at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: ...
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, ...
Various times
Fine Foundation Gallery , Swanage
Community events
Our Gallery level is closed for a Wedding. The rest of the Park, Castle and Seventh Wave restaurant are open as usual. ...
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 ...
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, ...
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, ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Db Drum Practice at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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 ...
18:30 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, ...
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 ...
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, ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Movie Night at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
08:30 to 13:00
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 HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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 ...
13:00 to 18:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Harmony Rocks at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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, ...
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, ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Yoga With Semra at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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 ...
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, ...
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 ...
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, ...
10:00 to 13:00
Discover the Hidden Fungi of Studland: A Guided Walk with Andy Knott
Knoll Beach, Ferry Road, Studland
Education events
Join Andy of Jurassic Coast Mushrooms for a guided walk through Studland’s woodland, learning to identify a range of native ...
10:00 to 12:00
All-Terrain Vehicle Nature Tour
Knoll Beach, Ferry Road, Studland
Education events
Enjoy the unique experience of a ranger guided nature tour around our beach and dunes in one of our all terrain vehicles ...
17:00 to 20:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Church Service at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
17:00 to 20:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Church Service at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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, ...
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 ...
18:30 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, ...
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 ...
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, ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Purbeck Wi at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
08:00 to 13:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
U3a Science And Tech at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: ...
08:30 to 13:00
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 HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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 ...
13:00 to 18:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Harmony Rocks at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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, ...
09:00 to 12:30
Purbeck Patchwork And Quilting
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Purbeck Patchwork And Quilting at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village ...
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, ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Yoga With Semra at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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 ...
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, ...
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 ...
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, ...
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, ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Db Drum Practice at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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: ...
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, ...
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 ...
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, ...
08:30 to 13:00
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 HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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 ...
13:00 to 18:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Harmony Rocks at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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, ...
08:30 to 13:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
U3a Meeting Point at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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, ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Yoga With Semra at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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 ...
13:00 to 18:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Stalls At The Hall Prep at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: ...
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, ...
18:30 to 19:30
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Stalls At The Hall Set Up at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: ...
08:30 to 13:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Stalls At The Hall at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: ...
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 ...
08:30 to 13:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Stalls At The Hall at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: ...
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 ...
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, ...
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, ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Db Drum Practice at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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: ...
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, ...
Categories
Festivals
Up and coming festivals in the Isle of Purbeck. See All Festivals
23rd May 2026 to 7th June 2026
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.
23rd May 2026 to 24th May 2026
The Swanage Pirate Festival is held in Swanage on the Isle of Purbeck in South Dorset
Swanage Fish and Food Festival
13th June 2026 to 14th June 2026
Join us for a celebration of all things ‘fishy’ as Swanage comes alive with a focus on delicious seafood and family activities.
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
11th September 2026 to 13th September 2026
Swanage comes alive with hundreds of Morris dancers in their bright costumes and jingling bells, and folk music lovers.
17th September 2026 to 20th September 2026
Nordic Walkers of all levels are invited to join the team at Nordic Walking UK for a week of Nordic walking, workshops and social events in the stunning Isle of Purbeck in Dorset
16th October 2026 to 1st November 2026
Films shown in and around the Isle of Purbeck
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