Events at the Weekend in Swanage & the Isle of Purbeck
From live music and markets to family fun and local festivals, there's always something happening in Swanage and the Isle of Purbeck. Browse this weekend's events below, or see what's coming up throughout the year.
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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 ...
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
Every year for the weekend on the second Friday after the August Bank Holiday Monday Swanage comes alive with hundreds of ...
Various times
Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage
History and Heritage events
The Swanage Railway Autumn Steam Gala is a must-visit event for steam railway enthusiasts, offering a unique opportunity ...
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 ...
09:30 to 17:00
South West Model Show Wargaming Edition
The Tank Museum, Wool
History and Heritage events
South West Model Show is back – with a wargaming twist. September’s show, in partnership with Warlord Games, ...
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 ...
10:30 to 16:30
Fine Foundation Gallery , Swanage
Art and Museums events
An exhibition showcasing diverse talents, creativity, and imagination from around East Dorset. Including illustrations, ...
10:00 to 16:30
Medieval living history weekend
The Square, Corfe Castle
History and Heritage events
Experience medieval life at Corfe Castle as the past comes to life for a special weekend of living history. Explore how the ...
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 ...
Festivals
Every year for the weekend on the second Friday after the August Bank Holiday Monday Swanage comes alive with hundreds of ...
Various times
Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage
History and Heritage events
The Swanage Railway Autumn Steam Gala is a must-visit event for steam railway enthusiasts, offering a unique opportunity ...
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
Elemental Sound Bath at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: ...
09:30 to 17:00
South West Model Show Wargaming Edition
The Tank Museum, Wool
History and Heritage events
South West Model Show is back – with a wargaming twist. September’s show, in partnership with Warlord Games, ...
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 ...
10:30 to 16:30
Fine Foundation Gallery , Swanage
Art and Museums events
An exhibition showcasing diverse talents, creativity, and imagination from around East Dorset. Including illustrations, ...
10:00 to 16:30
Medieval living history weekend
The Square, Corfe Castle
History and Heritage events
Experience medieval life at Corfe Castle as the past comes to life for a special weekend of living history. Explore how the ...
10:00 to 12:00
All-Terrain Vehicle Nature Tour
Knowle Beach Car Park, Studland
Animals and Conservation events
Let one of our team show you the nature and history of this special place, all from the comfort of one of our ATVs. You will ...
10:00 to 16:00
Heritage Open Days - Life in Studland During WWII
Knowle Beach Car Park, Studland
History and Heritage events
Studland Bay is known to many as a leisure destination boasting four miles of beach, but its historical significance is often ...
10:30 to 12:30
Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage,, Swanage
History and Heritage events
Join a Ranger for a guided walk from Durlston Castle to Swanage Pier learning about wildlife, geology and history of Durlston ...
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 ...
16:00 to 19:30
Come and Sing Evensong with Dr David Hill
St Mary's Church, Church Hill, Swanage, Swanage
Music events
Dr David Hill, Music Director of the Bach Choir and one of UK's leading conductors will lead our next "Come and Sing" evensong ...
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 ...
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 ...
Festivals
Up and coming festivals in the Isle of Purbeck. See All Festivals
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