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
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. ...
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 16:00
Spooky Halloween Trail on Swanage Pier
swanage pier trust, Swanage
Childrens or Family Event events
This half term, join us for a frightfully fun Halloween Trail that's perfect for the whole family.Explore the Pier and keep ...
09:00 to 10:30
Durlston Country Park, Swanage
Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Come and join us for a very spooky parkrun! Wear your best Halloween fancy dress (optional, of course) and walk, jog or ...
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
Folklore and Fairies Family Quest
The Square, Corfe Castle
Childrens or Family Event events
Step back into a time where everyday life was filled with folklore, mystery, and superstition, where every home had its own ...
10:00 to 17:00
Miracle of Migration Exhibition
Fine Foundation Gallery, Swanage
Community events
Come and discover the incredible journeys undertaken by Durlston's migratory birds. This exhibition is free to enter ...
10:00 to 16:30
The Square, Corfe Castle
Childrens or Family Event events
Bring your own teddy or borrow a furry Corfe Castle veteran and take them for a tour around the site before attaching it ...
10:00 to 15:00
Studland's Wicked Wildlife Trail
Knowle Beach Car Park, Studland
Childrens or Family Event events
Head through the enchanted forest, the spooky sports sand bowl and back along the beach as you search out the activity stations. ...
10:00 to 17:00
October Half Term at The Tank Museum
The Tank Museum, Wool
Childrens or Family Event events
Whatever the weather this October, visit The Tank Museum for tonnes of family fun!You can look forward to:- COBI Brick Building ...
10:00 to 17:00
October Half Term: Witches and Wizards
The Tank Museum, Wool
Childrens or Family Event events
Enjoy a spook-tacular day out this October Half Term at The Tank Museum!This October Half Term, explore the Museum with our ...
10:30 to 12:30
Curlews, Coffee and Cake at RSPB Arne
RSPB Arne,, Wareham
Animals and Conservation events
Brush up on your bird identification skills while enjoying coffee and cake with one of the best views at RSPB Arne.Autumn ...
13:30 to 16:30
Gruesome Tales for the Morbidly Curious
The Square, Corfe Castle
Childrens or Family Event events
Monsters both young and old are cordially invited to a trio of slightly sinister tales in the ruins of Corfe this Halloween. ...
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
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 ...
09:00 to 16:00
Spooky Halloween Trail on Swanage Pier
swanage pier trust, Swanage
Childrens or Family Event events
This half term, join us for a frightfully fun Halloween Trail that's perfect for the whole family.Explore the Pier and keep ...
10:00 to 16:30
Folklore and Fairies Family Quest
The Square, Corfe Castle
Childrens or Family Event events
Step back into a time where everyday life was filled with folklore, mystery, and superstition, where every home had its own ...
10:00 to 17:00
Miracle of Migration Exhibition
Fine Foundation Gallery, Swanage
Community events
Come and discover the incredible journeys undertaken by Durlston's migratory birds. This exhibition is free to enter ...
10:00 to 15:00
Studland's Wicked Wildlife Trail
Knowle Beach Car Park, Studland
Childrens or Family Event events
Head through the enchanted forest, the spooky sports sand bowl and back along the beach as you search out the activity stations. ...
10:00 to 17:00
October Half Term at The Tank Museum
The Tank Museum, Wool
Childrens or Family Event events
Whatever the weather this October, visit The Tank Museum for tonnes of family fun!You can look forward to:- COBI Brick Building ...
10:00 to 17:00
October Half Term: Witches and Wizards
The Tank Museum, Wool
Childrens or Family Event events
Enjoy a spook-tacular day out this October Half Term at The Tank Museum!This October Half Term, explore the Museum with our ...
13:30 to 16:30
Gruesome Tales for the Morbidly Curious
The Square, Corfe Castle
Childrens or Family Event events
Monsters both young and old are cordially invited to a trio of slightly sinister tales in the ruins of Corfe this Halloween. ...
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
16th October 2026 to 1st November 2026
Films shown in and around the Isle of Purbeck
3rd April 2027 to 11th April 2027
Sandy Hill Arts is delighted to be piloting an inaugural Purbeck Photography Festival from 3rd to the 11th April 2027
29th May 2027 to 13th June 2027
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.
Swanage Fish and Food Festival
5th June 2027 to 6th June 2027
Join us for a celebration of all things ‘fishy’ as Swanage comes alive with a focus on delicious seafood and family activities.