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Pop Up Sunday is taking place at Highcliffe Castle in Christchurch from 10:00.. A curated collection of vintage cars and artisanal crafts takes over the castle grounds. The Sing People Sing Choir performs mid-afternoon, providing a musical backdrop for visitors exploring the local creative stalls. https://www.highcliffecastle.co.uk/whats-on/events
Food Fest Local is happening along the high street in Christchurch from 10:00.. It’s back in the town centre for its third consecutive year with food, entertainment and more. https://www.christchurchbid.co.uk/event/food-fest-local-2026/
Christchurch Food Festival takes place at Christchurch Quay in Christchurch from 10:00.. The Christchurch Food Festival returns to the Quomps this May Bank Holiday weekend for a three-day celebration of food and entertainment. https://christchurchfoodfest.co.uk/
Christchurch Food Festival takes place at Christchurch Quay in Christchurch from 10:00.. The Christchurch Food Festival returns to the Quomps this May Bank Holiday weekend for a three-day celebration of food and entertainment. https://christchurchfoodfest.co.uk/
Noel Brodie is performing at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth from 19:30.. You might know him from Panto, but Noel is an internationally acclaimed comedian celebrating 30 years in show business. The show will feature tales of his escapades around the world, lots of audience interaction and off-the-cuff improvisations, as well as fabulous storytelling and a belly full of laughs. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/noel-brodie-2026
The West End Day Party takes place at Cameo Bournemouth in Bournemouth from 15:00.. A feel-good afternoon brings the energy of the West End to a daytime setting with show-stopping vocal performances and a party DJ. https://www.fatsoma.com/e/dt6a8mff/la/7spk?fbclid=IwY2xjawRmowdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEelfX4O9ovGmVera13a6J_SmrRDBXI_4TY8K7yso2vGewZ0Llijr8VPM5Icg8_aem__0Q3QAqnzTC_44cxMOMV3g
Bournemouth Sevens Festival takes place at Chapel Gate in Christchurch from .. It’s another huge bank holiday weekend combining sport, music and festival fun, with teams, crowds and arenas coming together for three unforgettable days of energy and celebration. https://www.bournemouth7s.com/
Dele Sosimi takes place at Lighthouse in Poole from 19:45.. Nigerian-British musician and Afrobeat ambassador Dele Sosimi performs in Poole this May. https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/event/studio-jazz-dele-sosimi/
The Unthanks takes place at Lighthouse in Poole from 19:30.. The Mercury Music Prize-nominated ensemble The Unthanks performs in Poole this May. https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/event/the-unthanks/
Strictly Come Dancing, The Professionals takes place at The BIC in Bournemouth from 19:30.. The glitz and glamour of BBC One’s hit The Professionals take to the stage. https://www.bic.co.uk/events/strictly-the-professionals-2026