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A Murder Mystery Cruise on The Pullman Blackmailer is happening at The Quay in Poole from 18:30.. Guests are invited to board for a scenic harbour cruise with a three-course dinner where actors present a classic whodunit scenario. Participants mingle with characters, follow clues and experience twists before returning to shore. https://coastalcruisespoole.co.uk/murder-mystery-cruise/?utm_source=BournemouthOne
JLDA Live: Imagination takes place at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth from 18:30.. Step into a world of creativity and magic as JLDA Live brings their spectacular new show “Imagination” to the Bournemouth Pavilion. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/jlda-2026
The Easter Artisan Food and Craft Fayre takes place at The Barrington Arts and Community Centre in Ferndown from 10:00.. A popular local market returns to the community centre this spring with a special seasonal focus. https://barringtoncentre.co.uk/event/easter-artisan-food-craft-fayre/
The Scarecrow Competition is happening at The Memorial Hall in Verwood from 09:00.. Free to enter and open to everyone. There’s a prize for the best ones! https://verwood.gov.uk/event/scarecrow-competition-2026/
The Very Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons starring Peter Andre is happening at The BIC in Bournemouth from 19:30.. The musical showcase celebrates the enduring catalogue of a seminal American vocal group through recognisable classics performed with a strong supporting cast and nostalgic arrangements, creating an immersive journey through hits that defined a generation of popular music. https://www.bic.co.uk/events/frankie-valli-peter-andre-2026
Easter Adventures at Kingston Lacy takes place at Kingston Lacy in Dorset from .. A series of family activities arrives at the estate this spring for the annual Easter celebration. Participants can explore the adventure field to take part in ten different challenges including a rope maze and carrot throwing. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/kingston-lacy/events/71418c45-8079-44bc-8ba8-45b1ec9d8351?origin=search
The Ultimate Burlesque and Cabaret Experience is happening at The Regent Centre in Christchurch from 19:30.. Step into a world of glamour and self-expression with this high-energy burlesque and cabaret showcase featuring West End stars and circus performers. https://www.theregent.co.uk/event/101636
AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester United takes place at The Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth from 20:00.. It’s another home football match for the Cherries – watch out for extra traffic around the ground before and after the match. https://www.afcb.co.uk/
The Greatest Hits of Motown are playing at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth from 19:30.. Experience the ultimate celebration of the sweet sound of Motown on stage. This high-energy production features slick choreography and a fantastic band, delivering a non-stop parade of hits from legends like Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder, and The Jackson Five. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/greatest-hits-of-motown-2026
Pepper and Honey takes place at Lighthouse in Poole from 20:00.. A poignant play about the immigrant experience follows a young Croatian woman as she tries to define the meaning of home while living in the United Kingdom. https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/event/pepper-and-honey/