Whats On in May 2026 events 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 (4), Community (34), Education (1), Exhibitions and Shows (3), History and Heritage (2), Hobbies (1), Music (2), Sport and Exercise, Walks (2), Theatre and Stage (1), .
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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.
14th August 2025 to 17th August 2025
The annual Purbeck Valley Folk Festival
21st August 2025 to 22nd August 2025
Join us for a celebration of all things ‘fishy’ as Swanage comes alive with a focus on delicious seafood and family activities.
5th September 2025 to 7th September 2025
Swanage comes alive with hundreds of Morris dancers in their bright costumes and jingling bells, and folk music lovers.
15th September 2025 to 21st September 2025
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
3rd October 2025 to 5th October 2025
Swanage Blues Festivals take place in October each year
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