Events Guide - What’s On in Westbourne

The largest music and sport festival in the world, Bournemouth 7s has come around once again! Buy tickets here: https://bournemouth7s.com/tickets/

This Christmas you can enjoy this year's Bournemouth pantomime Cinderella from Sat 6 Dec 2025 – Sun 4 Jan 2026

Bournevaria Oktoberfest is the biggest Oktoberfest celebration on the South Coast. Located in the Windsor Hall at the Bournemouth International Centre in Bournemouth, the event is held every September. The event is a chance to enjoy German tradition and is set in the Bavarian-themed beer hall at the BIC. Book tickets to this event to enjoy several fun evenings of live entertainment, great food, and fantastic German beers.

Calling yarn lovers and hand stitchers to Stitch Night! Bring along your current WIP for a laidback, social craft sesh with like-minded creatives.

Visit the Westbourne Farmers & Makers Market to explore locally produced bakes, homegrown vegetables, handmade preserves, cold pressed coffee - meet our wonderful makers and support your market community!

The Art & Makers Market Bournemouth is located in Westover Gardens, next to the new Aviary. The market was established over 60 years ago and is one of the largest, and longest running, open air art displays in the country. This is a free attraction run as not for profit by local artists & creatives.

Midlife-Mentor - Sarah J Hammond - is running a weekly Womens Wellness Circle in Westbourne, Bournemouth. The event will run the 4th Thursday of every month, at Such a Beautiful Day Studio, The Parade, Westbourne.

Arts by the Sea Festival is Bournemouth's annual celebration of art, culture and people, normally held at the end of September. Enjoy a weekend of festivity in the centre of Bournemouth including amazing parades, colourful live music, imaginative installations and fun for all ages! Find out more about this year’s artists, performances and events.

Bournemouth Writing Festival is a festival celebrating creativity and talent in Bournemouth's local writing scene. Talks, seminars, panels, and performances are all available over a weekend in April, with something for anyone - from young children to published authors.

Poole Quay is the perfect location to enjoy Fireworks Night on Bonfire Night / 5th November. This fantastic free event starts at 5pm, with the firework display at 8pm - the evening includes live music, family entertainment and activities. Parking: We highly recommend parking at either the Dolphin Shopping Centre or Harbourside Park as the car parks at the seafront and Quay can get really busy.

Every year, Poole hosts the two-day Magic of Thailand Festival, which introduces the lively customs and culture of Thailand to Dorset's Harbourside Park. Over the course of the weekend, guests can savour real Thai food, peruse a vibrant Thai market with produce, arts, and crafts, and take in cultural activities like Muay Thai boxing demonstrations and traditional performance. Traditional Thai massages are offered for relaxation, and family-friendly entertainment is guaranteed in the dedicated children's play area.

Run Bournemouth is a fun sporting festival involving a series of running races on the Bournemouth seafront on 8th / 9th October. This is a popular event for the whole family with running options of a half-marathon, 10km, 5km as well as Junior event categories.

On Sunday, 17 May 2026, The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride will occur in cities worldwide, uniting riders to support Movember’s efforts in raising funds and awareness for prostate cancer research and men’s mental health. The Bournemouth-Poole ride, one of the largest globally and the biggest in the UK, attracts approximately 1,000 riders and ranks among the top fundraisers.

Bournemouth Bay Run is held in March and offers a race for all the family, whatever your running ability. The races are held on Bournemouth’s seven-mile coastline - choose your distance and enjoy amazing views as you walk, jog or run along the seafront.

Shop small, handmade and sustainable this festive season at Westbourne Artisan Christmas Market! Visit to find amazing gifts and treats from talented local makers and creatives.