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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
Barnum takes place at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth from 19:30.. The dazzling world of legendary showman P.T. Barnum arrives in Bournemouth this June with a new spectacular production. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/barnum-2026
Murder On Trial Tonight IV: Death of a Landlord takes place at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth from 14:30.. The critically acclaimed immersive courtroom experience returns this June with a brand-new season, “Death of a Landlord.” Audiences are placed at the heart of a gripping true crime drama, acting as jurors to weigh evidence and hear witness testimony in real time. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/murder-trial-tonight-2026
Mahler Symphony No. 8 takes place at Lighthouse in Poole from 19:30.. Led by conductor Maxime Tortelier, the production features the highly acclaimed local orchestra Magna Sinfonia, performing alongside the Bournemouth Symphony and Youth Choruses. https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/event/mahler-symphony-no-8/
Science Saved the World is on at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth from 12:30.. Direct from London’s West End, the UK’s favourite science team arrives for an explosive and educational live show. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/ministry-of-science-2026