A beautiful selection of red strawberries presented at a market stall in Christchurch

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Christchurch has a thriving community with an eventful calendar that both serves its residents and attracts many visitors.

The weekly market takes place every Monday on the Highstreet and Saxon Square which is closed to traffic. Many of the businesses are open on the Highstreet to accommodate shoppers and the market itself sells all sorts of items varying from artisan foods, fresh fruit and veg to household products, jewellery, clothes and more.

Christchurch’s eventful calendar has many festivals throughout the year. The Christchurch Food Festival is one of the busiest weekends of the year and every May bank holiday the Highstreet and Quay are transformed into foodie heaven. At this hugely popular event you can expect to see people out and about throughout the quay and town all weekend dipping in and out of tents and market stalls trying delicacies from independent sellers and local businesses who set up with specialist menus for the event.

Throughout the year Christchurch Quay or ‘The Quomps’ is host to several other festivals including; Stompin’ on the Quomps and the Christchurch Music Festival. These free music festivals are becoming more and more popular with the ever-growing music scene in Christchurch. Stompin’ on the Quomps contains an eclectic mix of Jazz Fusion and Latin Jazz through to Blues and Big Band. The Christchurch Music Festival is a more traditional music festival with rock and pop bands. Both events feature bar and food stalls and are suitable for all ages.

The Bournemouth Rugby 7’s which takes place out near Hurn Airport is another big summer event for Christchurch where thousands of people attend. The event has become more than just a sporting competition over the years and often attracts worldwide music acts. Entertainment includes but is never limited to; a multitude of sports tournaments, glamping and camping, festival like music arenas, DJ sets and more.

A little further out in Mudeford you can attend The Mudeford Seafood Festival, a community led event set against the picturesque backdrop of Mudeford Quay. The festival showcases local producers, suppliers, artisans and chefs and has live food demonstrations alongside fun for kids as well as the delicious locally caught seafood.

So whether it’s sport, music, food or a bit of all round fun in the sun, Christchurch is full of great entertainment throughout the calendar year.

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Stompin' on the Quomps

Christchurch

Stompin on the Quomps is a music festival situated in the picturesque surroundings of Christchurch Quay.
Murder Mystery Dining Experience at Highcliffe Castle

Christchurch

Join us at the Castle for a professional Murder Mystery evening, and a three course dining experience presented by Molecular Magic. Ticket price includes a glass of fizz on arrival.
Valentine's Day: Tom Jones Tribute on the Pier

Bournemouth

Enjoy a romantic night of music from our Tom Jones Tribute accompanied by a 3-course meal to get you in the mood for Valentine's Day.
Shaken' Fright Night!

Southbourne

Shaken' Fright Night - a vintage horror on Oct 25th. Masked adult Halloween event at the Cliff House Hotel; live rock'n'roll and cocktails!
Christchurch Market

Christchurch

A fabulous weekly market held every Monday in the traffic-free High Street and Saxon Square.
Elvis Tribute: Live Music at Key West

Bournemouth

Award-Winning Elvis Tribute Artist Garry Foley Comes To Bournemouth Pier Saturday 30 April.
Abba's Angel on Bournemouth Pier

Bournemouth

A full night of ABBA's greatest hits comes to Key West!
Steve Mitchell as George Michael Tribute returns to Bournemouth Pier!

Bournemouth

Steve Mitchell returns to Key West's stage again as George Michael on Saturday 2nd November 2024.
Bond: Live & Let Dine

Bournemouth

Theatre meets vendetta, meets dinner show as our hero tries to unravel who's out to get him – and why!
Family Fest

Wimborne

We are excited to invite you to our 2023 festival, Family Fest!
Captain's Club Supports Local - Gifts and Stocking Fillers

Wick Lane, Christchurch

It’s safe to say that Christmas is going to look a little different this year, and we want to do our bit to support our wonderful local businesses this festive season.
Captain's Club Supports Local - Captains Club Gifts

Wick Lane, Christchurch

It’s safe to say that Christmas is going to look a little different this year, and we want to do our bit to support our wonderful local businesses this festive season.
Retro Night Markets hosted by South Coast Makers

Bournemouth

We're launching NIGHT MARKETS in Bournemouth with a focus on all things retro + vintage!
Bournemouth Alpine Bar

Bournemouth

Eat, drink and be merry in the traditional festive Alpine Bar located in Bournemouth's Town Centre.
Flix Drive In - Sit Out

Christchurch

Fasten your seat-belts because Flix Drive In are back! After months inside of twiddling your thumbs, they've got just the thing to get your excited for 2021!
Christchurch Carnival

Christchurch

Christchurch Carnival is returning for another wonderful event in the summer. Join us for some carnival fun on the Quay, 15, 16 and 17 August 2025.
The Purbeck Piddler

Station Approach, Swanage

The Swanage Railway is delighted to be working with the Piddle Brewery in Dorset to bring you a new experience on the Swanage Railway.
Boogie Bingo on Bournemouth Pier!

Bournemouth

Have the time of your life as you play bingo and dance 'All Night Long*' (*until 11:30pm) at the Key West Bar & Grill on Bournemouth Pier.

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Stompin' on the Quomps

Murder Mystery Dining Experience at Highcliffe Castle

Valentine's Day: Tom Jones Tribute on the Pier

Shaken' Fright Night!

Christchurch Market

Elvis Tribute: Live Music at Key West

Abba's Angel on Bournemouth Pier

Steve Mitchell as George Michael Tribute returns to Bournemouth Pier!

Bond: Live & Let Dine

Family Fest

Captain's Club Supports Local - Gifts and Stocking Fillers

Captain's Club Supports Local - Captains Club Gifts

Retro Night Markets hosted by South Coast Makers

Bournemouth Alpine Bar

Flix Drive In - Sit Out

Christchurch Carnival

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