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Anna Lapwood is performing at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth from 19:00.. The social media sensation and stellar organist visits town as part of her first-ever UK theatre tour. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/anna-lapwood-2026
The Wimborne Folk Festival takes place around The town centre in Wimborne from 11:00.. Come along for a colourful weekend of traditional music, dance and family activities, with bells, clogs, fiddles, choirs and street performances around the town. There are children’s areas, food stands, a microbrewery and much more. https://www.wmff.co.uk/
The Upton House Food and Music Festival takes place at Upton Country Park in Poole from .. It’s a three-day outdoor festival celebrating global cuisine and independent music featuring a wide selection of international street food, alongside bars serving local real ales and craft ciders. https://uptonhousefoodandmusicfestival.com/
The World Cup is showing at The BIC in Bournemouth from .. The Bournemouth International Centre transforms into a dedicated fan park for the Fifa World Cup. Fans can watch matches on a giant screen while enjoying street food and drinks in a communal setting. https://www.bic.co.uk/news/world-cup
Romeo and Juliet is being performed at Highcliffe Castle in Christchurch from 19:00.. It’s part of Theatre Thursdays, and is a bold interpretation of Shakespeare’s tragedy under the open sky in a production directed by Joseph Pitcher. Original music by composer Rob Millett accompanies the narrative of two hearts caught in a cycle of fate and family conflict. https://www.ticketsource.com/thedukestheatrecompany/romeo-juliet-highcliffe-castle/2026-06-11/19:00/t-zozrqok
Beverley Knight is appearing at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth from 19:00.. The Olivier Award winner brings her headline tour, called Born To Perform, to town. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/beverley-knight-2026
A Craft Fair and Table Top Sale is taking place at Redhill Park in Bournemouth from 11:00.. Come and see a wide range of traders selling a variety of gifts and accessories, or why not pick up a tasty treat from one of the food stalls? You’ll also be helping local charity The Parks Foundation in the process. https://www.facebook.com/events/1646329900143268
The Magic Martin Show is on at The Hub in Verwood from 14:00.. The show is a colourful display of grand illusions, magic effects all set to a backdrop of powerful music for all ages to enjoy, with plenty of audience participation throughout. https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/w/the-magic-martin-show
Poole Pride 2026 takes place at Lighthouse in Poole from 12:00.. The annual celebration of LGBTQ+ culture returns this June, featuring a day of family-friendly entertainment and creative arts. https://www.lighthousepoole.co.uk/event/poole-pride-2026/
West Moors Farm Fest takes place at The Barn in West Moors from 12:30.. The event returns to the scenic fields of Sturts Farm for a day dedicated to local food and family entertainment. This year features two distinct culinary experiences including an organic farm-reared BBQ feast and a dramatic fire cage street food market with a variety of plant-based options. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/west-moors-farmfest-2026-tickets-1548723456549?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&_gl=1*fseyhv*_up*MQ..*_ga*NTg1MjQ1OTkwLjE3NzgwNjY3NzA.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NzgwNjY3NjkkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzgwNjY3NjkkajYwJGwwJGgw