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, ...
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 ...
07:00 to 12:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Fairy Workshop at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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 ...
08:15 to 10:15
Wakey, Wakey, Paddle and Brekkie
Studland Watersports, Knoll Beach, Ferry Road, Studland
Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Enjoy a guided group kayak out to Old Harry Rocks on a summer's morning with time allowed to explore the bottom of the ...
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
The New Famous Five and the Forgotten Treasure
The Square, Corfe Castle
Childrens or Family Event events
Are you ready for an adventure worthy of the New Famous Five? Whether you arrive with a team of budding explorers or a family ...
10:00 to 17:00
Summer Holidays: Tanks in Action
The Tank Museum, Wool
Childrens or Family Event events
Open daily from 10AM - 5PM, The Tank Museum is running summer holiday activities from 18 July - 31 August 2026 ...
12:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Hxvh Event at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
14:00
Harder sounds Globe inn take over
Globe inn , Swanage
Childrens or Family Event events
Here we go Its party time again in Swanage . We have a pub take over day July 18th at the The Globe Inn Swanage from 3pm-12am ...
19:00 to 21:00
Sandy Hill Arts, Sandy Hill Lane,, Corfe Castle
Music events
'Balladeste' seamlessly weave together contemporary Indian , classical and baroque influences and folk traditions. ' A warm ...
19:30 to 21:20
Rachel McShane and The Cartographers
Studland Village Hall, Heath Green Lane,, Studland
Music events
A renowned folk singer, cellist, fiddle and viola player from the North East of England, Rachael McShane gained fame as an ...
20:00 to 22:30
Night Wildlife & Nightjar Guided Walk at RSPB Arne
RSPB Arne,, Wareham
Animals and Conservation events
Experience RSPB Arne in the evening as the sun sets and twilight takes over. An exclusive opportunity to see and ...
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 ...
08:50 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 ...
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
The New Famous Five and the Forgotten Treasure
The Square, Corfe Castle
Childrens or Family Event events
Are you ready for an adventure worthy of the New Famous Five? Whether you arrive with a team of budding explorers or a family ...
10:00 to 17:00
Summer Holidays: Tanks in Action
The Tank Museum, Wool
Childrens or Family Event events
Open daily from 10AM - 5PM, The Tank Museum is running summer holiday activities from 18 July - 31 August 2026 ...
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 ...
Festivals
Up and coming festivals in the Isle of Purbeck. See All Festivals
25th Jul 2026 to 1st Aug 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.
Purbeck International Chamber Music Festival
3rd Sep 2026 to 6th Sep 2026
The Festival welcomes Natalie Clein and Friends once more to the Isle of Purbeck on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
11th Sep 2026 to 13th Sep 2026
Swanage comes alive with hundreds of Morris dancers in their bright costumes and jingling bells, and folk music lovers.