The Sunset Silent Disco is happening today

The Sunset Silent Disco is back at SoBo Beach Bar in Southbourne from 17:00.. Three music channels shape the experience, with DJs alongside curated playlists including 80s selections and mixed tracks. https://www.ticketsource.com/whats-on/bournemouth/sobo-beach/sobo-loco-28-sunset-silent-disco/2026-05-02/17:00/t-ldnpdkg?fbclid=IwY2xjawRVZdBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeAHHVdZnKqol56hzq24b0zKHJWBA_BqzUdabu-bEdG-Zgy5Vm6bApta_UiqM_aem_dYfDF5I2iQLRmIxkiB4TlQ

The Freddie and Queen Experience is happening today

The Freddie and Queen Experience is happening at Key West on the Pier in Bournemouth from 20:30.. This event brings an energetic re-creation of Queen’s live performances, featuring a charismatic lead and a selection of the band’s iconic songs delivered in two extended sets with a break. It takes place with panoramic sea views and is suitable for all ages. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/bournemouthpier/1855427

Farm Fest is happening today

Farm Fest takes place at Nick’s Farm in Bournemouth from 10:00.. Come along for a full day of family activities. https://nicksfarmdorset.co.uk/buy-ticket/

From Broadway to Bournemouth – Magic from the Musicals is happening today

From Broadway to Bournemouth – Magic from the Musicals takes place at Bournemouth Life Centre in Bournemouth from 19:30.. The Bournemouth District Concert Band presents an evening of musical theatre highlights. https://www.bournemouthanddistrictconcertband.co.uk/concerts/

Beethoven’s Fifth is happening today

Beethoven’s Fifth is being performed at The Priory in Christchurch from 19:30.. The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra offer a special fundraising concert led by Chief Conductor Mark Wigglesworth. https://bsolive.com/events/bso-benevolent-fund-2026/

Fine Young Cannibals is happening today

Fine Young Cannibals are playing at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth from 19:30.. The Brit Award-winning lead singer Roland Gift celebrates 40 years of the iconic band for one night only. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/fine-young-cannibals-2026

Bournemouth Soul & House Weekender is happening today

Bournemouth Soul & House Weekender takes place at various venues around the town in Bournemouth from .. A brand-new multi-venue music festival arrives in Bournemouth this May Bank Holiday weekend, celebrating the town’s rich soul and house music heritage. The four-day event includes daytime record fairs and workshops alongside late-night club sessions, aiming to showcase the vibrant dance music community and its long-standing history in the area. https://bmouthsoul.com/

‘Scaplen’s Community Players’ present ‘Shadows Over Whitechapel’ is happening today

‘Scaplen’s Community Players’ present ‘Shadows Over Whitechapel’ takes place at Bournemouth Little Theatre in Bournemouth from 19:45.. Scaplen’s Community Players is a local, historical theatre group that focuses on storytelling, drama and music. Our mission is to bring together local people from diverse communities to better understand our local history and shared culture.

With strong local connections through Chief Inspector Frederick George Abberline and suspect Montague John Druitt,this locally written play tells the fascinating story and challenges the legends surrounding the Ripper, and the women whose identities were defined by their tragic deaths. Our production includes historic content, the enduring mystery and the personal involvement in one of the most famous, unsolved cases.

Friday 1st May- 7:45pm
Saturday 2nd May- 2:30pm and 7:45pm https://www.scaplenscommunityplayers.com/

The Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary Spectacular Tour is happening today

The Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary Spectacular Tour is happening at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth from 19:30.. It’s a special screening event celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the Rocky Horror Picture Show, featuring a 4K remastered version of the film alongside a performance by a shadow cast. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/the-rocky-horror-picture-show-2026

Anna Phoebe is happening today

Anna Phoebe takes place at Lighthouse in Poole from 20:00.. https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/event/anna-phoebe/