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The Rock Anthems Show is on at The Hub in Verwood from 19:30.. Step into a high energy celebration of classic rock with powerful vocals, big guitar sounds and a set packed with well known anthems. Expect songs made famous by bands like Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Whitesnake and more. https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/w/nothing-but-a-good-time-the-rock-anthems-show
Grooves on the Green is happening at Ashley Cross in Poole from 10:00.. The beloved community music festival returns to Ashley Cross for three days of family-friendly fun. https://groovesonthegreen.com/
Gary Davies Disco for Grown Ups takes place at The Bournemouth O2 Academy in Boscombe from 19:00.. Dig out the shoulder pads and old band T shirts for a feel good night packed with eighties pop favourites, dancing, confetti, lights, lasers and mirror balls, with the radio DJ helping everyone remember the decade’s party spirit. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gary-davies-80s-party-with-discos-for-grown-ups-o2-academy-bournemouth-tickets-1984309001640
KT Tunstall is appearing at Lighthouse in Poole from 19:30.. The Grammy-nominated and Brit Award-winning singer-songwriter is in town for a special performance celebrating the 20th anniversary of her seminal debut album, “Eye to the Telescope.” https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/event/kt-tunstall/
Arooj Aftab with London Contemporary Orchestra takes place at Lighthouse in Poole from 19:30.. The Grammy-winning singer and composer brings her unique blend of jazz and South Asian classical traditions to the stage this June. https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/event/arooj-aftab-with-london-contempory-orchestra-conducted-by-robert-ames/
UB40 are performing at The BIC in Bournemouth from 19:00.. The British reggae-pop legends are back as part of their 45th Anniversary celebrations. https://www.bic.co.uk/events/ub40-2026
The Sam Sweeney Trio are performing at Lighthouse in Poole from 20:00.. Three of the UK’s most compelling folk musicians come together for an evening of contemporary English fiddle music. https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/event/sam-sweeney/
A charity concert featuring Bourne 2 Sing is happening at Access Dorset at Chaseside in Bournemouth from 19:00.. Come along for an evening of male voice choir music in support of a local charity fundraiser, with a welcoming atmosphere for anyone who enjoys rich harmonies and a community performance with a good cause at its heart. https://www.accessdorset.org.uk
Sparks are performing at The BIC in Bournemouth from 18:30.. The influential pop duo returns to the Bournemouth for the first time in eight years as part of their latest world tour. https://www.bic.co.uk/events/sparks-2026
England V Croatia is showing at The O2 Academy in Bournemouth from 21:00.. The high-stakes atmosphere of international football takes over the venue as fans gather to witness England face Croatia on the global stage in the World Cup. https://www.academymusicgroup.com/o2academybournemouth/events/world-cup-2026-england-v-croatia-tickets-ae1648144