Whats on at the Weekend 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.
Events for weekend starting Saturday 23 May 2026
Festivals
Ahoy there, me hearties! Each year, the beautiful seaside town of Swanage is transformed into a haven for buccaneers, privateers, ...
Festivals
Purbeck Art Weeks Festival offers wonderful art, concerts and talks in venues across beautiful Purbeck. Enjoy exploring ...
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 ...
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 ...
09:00 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 ...
10:00 to 12:30
Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Brownsea Island
Animals and Conservation events
Experience the wonderful birdlife of Brownsea Island with our guided birdwatching walks. Led by a knowledgeable Dorset Wildlife ...
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
Look! And Look Again! Exhibition
Fine Foundation Gallery, Swanage
Art and Museums events
Three artists explore their shared interest of Purbeck’s coast and wildlife. Prints, paintings and drawings by Robin ...
10:00 to 17:00
Andrew Thomas S.W.A.C – Major Solo Art Exhibition
Stoborough Village Hall, Stoborough
Art and Museums events
Purbeck-based sculptor Andrew Thomas S.W.A.C. presents a major solo exhibition spanning nearly four decades of work. Primarily ...
10:00 to 12:00
Family Neurodivergent Nature Walk
Knoll Beach, Ferry Road, Studland
Childrens or Family Event events
A safe, friendly, non-judgemental space to meet like-minded neurodivergent people who enjoy spending time in nature. What ...
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 16:30
May Half Term - Stories and Seedlings at Corfe Castle
The Square, Corfe Castle
Animals and Conservation events
Plant your own nasturtium seeds in an eco pot and take home a little bit of history. Nasturtiums have long been valued for ...
10:00 to 15:30
The New Famous Five and the Smugglers Code
Knoll Beach, Ferry Road, Studland
Childrens or Family Event events
Our interactive trail will have you following a treasure map, cracking codes and having lots of family fun along the way, ...
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 20:00
Biofluorescence Experience in Nature at RSPB Arne
RSPB Arne,, Wareham
Animals and Conservation events
Biofluorescence is one of nature’s hidden wonders! Encounter an invisible natural world on an exclusive night-time adventure ...
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 ...
Festivals
Ahoy there, me hearties! Each year, the beautiful seaside town of Swanage is transformed into a haven for buccaneers, privateers, ...
Festivals
Purbeck Art Weeks Festival offers wonderful art, concerts and talks in venues across beautiful Purbeck. Enjoy exploring ...
04:15 to 06:15
Sunrise Guided Walk at RSPB Arne
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 11:00
Knoll Beach, Ferry Road, Studland
Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Join us for the Trust10 at Studland Bay and challenge yourself on this 10km trail run with breathtaking views. Trust10 ...
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 ...
10:30 to 16:30
Look! And Look Again! Exhibition
Fine Foundation Gallery, Swanage
Art and Museums events
Three artists explore their shared interest of Purbeck’s coast and wildlife. Prints, paintings and drawings by Robin ...
10:00 to 17:00
Andrew Thomas S.W.A.C – Major Solo Art Exhibition
Stoborough Village Hall, Stoborough
Art and Museums events
Purbeck-based sculptor Andrew Thomas S.W.A.C. presents a major solo exhibition spanning nearly four decades of work. Primarily ...
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 16:30
May Half Term - Stories and Seedlings at Corfe Castle
The Square, Corfe Castle
Animals and Conservation events
Plant your own nasturtium seeds in an eco pot and take home a little bit of history. Nasturtiums have long been valued for ...
10:00 to 15:30
The New Famous Five and the Smugglers Code
Knoll Beach, Ferry Road, Studland
Childrens or Family Event events
Our interactive trail will have you following a treasure map, cracking codes and having lots of family fun along the way, ...
14:00 to 16:00
An Afternoon with Hettie Judah
Sandy Hill Arts, Sandy Hill Lane,, Corfe Castle
Art and Museums events
Join use for an afternoon with acclaimed writer, curator and broadcaster Hettie Judah. Marking the release of her new book ...
14:30 to 15:30
Swanage Pier: The Tale of Two Piers Walk
Swanage Pier, Pier Approach, Swanage
History and Heritage events
Sunday 24th May - 2.30pm Sunday 5th July - 2.30pm Step back into the Victorian era with a gentle, engaging stroll along ...
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 ...
18:30 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 09:00
Fish and Chip Cruiser to Poole from Swanage Pier
Swanage Pier, Pier Approach, Swanage
Food and Drink events
Sunday 24th May Saturday 13th June Friday 10th July Wednesday 29th July Set sail on a memorable early evening circular ...
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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.
