Events and Festivals 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. You can filter the events by: Animals and Conservation (1), Childrens or Family Event (5), Community (42), Exhibitions and Shows (1), Fetes and Festivals (1), Food and Drink (1), History and Heritage (2), Hobbies (2), Music (3), Sport and Exercise, Walks (4), Theatre and Stage (1), .
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Events this week
Nov
Singing for Pleasure 14:00 to 15:00, every Thursday
Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with dementia and their carers to come along. Followed by light refreshments ...At Swanage in Music events
Touches of Sweet Harmony 18:30 to 21:00
David Fawcett is celebrating his last concert as MD of the Purbeck Arts Choir with a wonderful selection of music. With professional soloists and musicians plus the Purbeck Junior Choir it will be an ...At Swanage in Music events
Nov
Dan Clarke Evening Of Mediumship Various times
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Dan Clarke Evening Of Mediumship at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
U3a Archaeology 08:30
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Archaeology at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Beginner Bird Walk and Heathland Tour 10:00 to 12:00
National Trust event. A guided walk around our world-famous heathland. Take in glorious views around the harbour and explore some of our bird hides. Join our introductory talk lead by BARI (Birds and Recreation ...At Studland in Animals and Conservation events
Touches of Sweet Harmony 18:30 to 21:00
David Fawcett is celebrating his last concert as MD of the Purbeck Arts Choir with a wonderful selection of music. With professional soloists and musicians plus the Purbeck Junior Choir it will be an ...At Swanage in Music events
Nov
The Polar Express Various times
Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
Parkrun at Durlston 09:00 to 10:30, every Saturday
Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! I... Venue: Durlston Castle Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Touches of Sweet Harmony 18:30 to 21:00
David Fawcett is celebrating his last concert as MD of the Purbeck Arts Choir with a wonderful selection of music. With professional soloists and musicians plus the Purbeck Junior Choir it will be an ...At Swanage in Music events
Nov
The Polar Express Various times
Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
Touches of Sweet Harmony 18:30 to 21:00
David Fawcett is celebrating his last concert as MD of the Purbeck Arts Choir with a wonderful selection of music. With professional soloists and musicians plus the Purbeck Junior Choir it will be an ...At Swanage in Music events
Christine Tassan et les Imposteurs - On the Road? 19:30 to 22:30
For 20 years French-Canadian band Christine Tassan et Les Imposteures have been touring the world, spreading the charm of Gypsy jazz and swing songs on prestigious stages and in small villages, from Newfoundland ...At Studland in Music events
Nov
The Polar Express Various times
Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
U3a Table Tennis 08:30, every Monday
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Nature Tots 10:00 to 11:00
National Trust event. Bring your little ones to our parent and volunteer led toddler group. Our Nature Tots group is for children aged up to 5 years old and their parents/carers. Each week parents and ...At Studland in Childrens or Family Event events
Pins And Needles 13:00, every Monday
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Cuppa and a Chat 14:00 to 16:00, every Monday
Drop in to the Durlston shed, get to know some of our volunteers, make friends and enjoy the lovely setting. Free to pop in for a brew! Venue: The Durlston Shed Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...At Swanage in Community events
Touches of Sweet Harmony 18:30 to 21:00
David Fawcett is celebrating his last concert as MD of the Purbeck Arts Choir with a wonderful selection of music. With professional soloists and musicians plus the Purbeck Junior Choir it will be an ...At Swanage in Music events
Nov
The Polar Express Various times
Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
Touches of Sweet Harmony 18:30 to 21:00
David Fawcett is celebrating his last concert as MD of the Purbeck Arts Choir with a wonderful selection of music. With professional soloists and musicians plus the Purbeck Junior Choir it will be an ...At Swanage in Music events
Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth 19:00 to 21:30
Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, ...At Swanage in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Nov
The Polar Express Various times
Service provided by Polar Productions Ltd not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway is a ticket agent on behalf of Polar Productions Ltd.for this event, Swanage Railway gift cards, memberships, Season ...At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
U3a French 08:30, every Wednesday
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a French at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Vh Committee 10:30
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Vh Committee at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Choir Rehearsals 14:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Choir Rehearsals at Harmans Cross Village Hall. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Drum Practice P.L 18:00 to 22:00, every Wednesday
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Drum Practice P.L at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Martial Arts Training 18:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Martial Arts Training at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: ...At Harmans Cross in Community events
Touches of Sweet Harmony 18:30 to 21:00
David Fawcett is celebrating his last concert as MD of the Purbeck Arts Choir with a wonderful selection of music. With professional soloists and musicians plus the Purbeck Junior Choir it will be an ...At Swanage in Music events
Chakra Dancing and guided Meditation with Ruth 19:00 to 21:30
Meet Your Host: Ruth McEwen, is a fully qualified and insured, Chakra Dancing and Creative Meditation Therapist, Reiki Master, and Tibetan Bowl Sound healer. Ruth is a registered member of www.chakradancing.co.uk, ...At Swanage in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
Festivals
Up and coming festivals in the Isle of Purbeck. See All Festivals
24th May 2025 to 8th June 2025
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.
24th July 2025 to 27th July 2025
Peace, love & harmony in the woods by the sea.
26th July 2025 to 2nd August 2025
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.
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