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Today from 2:00pm.. The Zildjian Young Drummer of the Year Awards are happening at Lighthouse in Poole.. The most talented percussionists aged 16 and under gather for the prestigious national final of the Zildjian Young Drummer of the Year. https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/event/zildjian-young-drummer-of-the-year-2026/
Today from 3:00pm.. Bournemouth FC vs Laverstock and Ford takes place at Victoria Park in Bournemouth.. It’s another home football match for the Poppies – why not pop along and cheer on the team? https://bournemouthfc.org.uk/
Today from 12:00am.. Evim by Ceyda Tanc Dance takes place at Pavilion Dance South West in Bournemouth.. https://www.pdsw.org.uk/events/evim/
Today from 8:00pm.. The Coastal Comedy Valentine Special is happening at Lighthouse in Poole.. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a star-studded triple bill of comedy on stage at the intimate Sherling Studio. https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/event/coastal-comedy-february-2026/
Today from 7:00pm.. Smooth Valentine Classics are being performed at Lighthouse in Poole.. An evening of romantic symphonic favourites, from cinematic love themes to timeless classical adagios. A perfect Valentine’s night filled with lush melodies and heartfelt musical warmth. https://bsolive.com/events/valentine-classics-2026/
Today from 10:00am.. Lucian Freud’s Etchings: A Creative Collaboration takes place at Poole Museum in Poole.. Poole Museum is hosting a free exhibition that explores the intricate world of printmaking by the renowned artist Lucian Freud. https://www.poolemuseum.org.uk/discover/lucian-freuds-etchings-a-creative-collaboration
Today from 10:00am.. The Model Railway Exhibition is back at Kinson in Bournemouth.. Featuring over 24 intricate layouts and displays. It is a family-friendly weekend offering a wide range of trade stalls for enthusiasts to find everything from rolling stock to scenery. https://bmre.org.uk/
Today from 7:45pm.. A Love Supreme is showing at Lighthouse in Poole.. To mark the 60th anniversary of John Coltrane’s masterpiece, bassist Gary Crosby OBE and saxophonist Denys Baptiste lead an all-star quartet on stage. https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/event/studio-jazz-gary-crosby-denys-baptiste-present-a-love-supreme/
Today from 7:15pm.. The Swipe Left Skate Night takes place at The BIC in Bournemouth.. It’s a high-energy skate night soundtracked by classic pop punk favourites, bringing bold style, nostalgia and attitude to the rink. https://www.coolcoasticerink.co.uk/events/
Today from 7:30pm.. Cirque Enchantment is happening at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth.. A winter circus spectacle set in a magical frozen world featuring aerialists, acrobats and a colourful cast of performers paired with lively choreography and familiar pop music woven through an imaginative narrative of discovery and wonder. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/cirque-enchantment-2026