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Country Superstars are performing at The Hub, on Saturday the eighth of August. Enjoy a night celebrating modern country music with powerful vocals and familiar hits from some of the genre’s biggest names. Expect well loved songs associated with artists like Dolly Parton, Shania Twain and Johnny Cash performed with a lively band.. That’s Country Superstars, next month in Verwood.
Tonight! Jukebox Idols is on at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth.. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/jukebox-idols-2026
Tonight! July Ceilidh with Bow and Box and Caller Andy Helson takes place at Pavilion Dance South West in Bournemouth.. https://www.pdsw.org.uk/events/ceilidh-2/
The Langton Arms Local Artisan & Makers Market takes place at The Langton Arms, Tarrant Monkton in Blandford from 11:00.. A relaxed summer market featuring 40 local makers offering art, jewellery, crafts, woodwork, handmade gifts, artisan produce and more. Indoor and outdoor stalls, free entry, family‑friendly, and a lovely day out at a much‑loved Dorset pub. www.motherhubbardsevents.co.uk
Foodie Fest takes place at Muscliff Park in Bournemouth from 11:00.. The third year of this popular community festival features more space and a larger selection of vendors than ever before. https://foodie-fest.co.uk/
Jukebox Idols is on at The Pavilion Theatre in Bournemouth from 19:30.. Enjoy the music and dance of the 50s and 60s with vocal harmony group The Overtones, along with professional dancers Nadiya Bychkova and Louis Smith. https://www.bournemouthpavilion.co.uk/events/jukebox-idols-2026
July Ceilidh with Bow and Box and Caller Andy Helson takes place at Pavilion Dance South West in Bournemouth from 19:00.. https://www.pdsw.org.uk/events/ceilidh-2/
A Venezuela Aid Collection event takes place at The Treehouse in Hurn from 10:00.. It’s at the former Adventure Wonderland base, where is team are taking donations for the people affected by the recent earthquakes. Organisers are collecting medical supplies, over the counter medicines, hygiene products, baby essentials and solar flashlights, with everything sent to those in need as quickly as possible. It’s open from 10am till 6pm. https://www.facebook.com/diverseabilities/posts/pfbid0zqJwWfj29175ZCWaz36o9cuWG21m4MVoQq4VPTw2SP9RjpnvLbTcB9y8cxJ4ebxSl?__cft__[0]=AZYmlkBH5TiI7gjV1a6NqNA2-dZEzYsK9rQcoEfZFtTSxObSnyhjDFBuQ7bgrwuSsQQoz1XOsdPekC0fcnM8iJIvckyqGhaJGhX8PbmAv0hGngL93VXik3VxKRrynXkNj4Rgy6MtN9C4AQblusEq-2gfY8jbZ3Bpv_GmnVbfPr35eHhcyuYp4irI_89FIdtH5c8&__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R
The Upton Country Park Festival is happening at Upton Country Park in Poole from 10:00.. It’s day 2 of the outdoor festival celebrating tribute music, with leading tribute acts performing today in a country park setting. Bring your own food and drink or enjoy the street food, bars, family activities and entertainment on site. https://uptoncountryparkfestival.co.uk/
A31 westbound blocked due to an incident at Poulner Hill causing congestion back through the New Forest