Friday 14 August 2015
1) The Westbourne Summer Festival 14/08/2015 – 16/08/2015
The streets of Westbourne will be adorned with bunting as part of the Westbourne Summer Festival which takes places from 10th - 16th August! Take a look at what’s happening at the festival today: http://bit.ly/1JLxslP
2) Monsters of the deep with the RSPB at Hengistbury Head
Calling all families! Come and find Join Sarah-Jane and her RSPB colleagues. We will delve into the ponds here at Hengistbury Head to see what lurks beneath the surface. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1Nn870z
3) Kids Fun Festival in Bournemouth Lower Gardens 14/08/2015 – 16/08/2015
Join in with a variety of performances including circus skills, magic and ventriloquism in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens. Visit our website to view the full programme: http://bit.ly/1UAoZVQ
4) Summer Live, Bournemouth Square 14/08/2015 – 16/08/2015
Back for 2015 is Summer Live which sees free entertainment between 5.00pm and 9.00pm from Tuesdays to Saturdays in Bournemouth Square, and on the odd Sunday and Monday! Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1g3BSII
5) BIC Backstage Tours
The tour includes access to all four halls and front of house areas, all in the company of well-informed, enthusiastic guides! Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1PigEDv
6) Open Air Cinema at Pier Approach 14/08/2015 – 16/08/2015
By using state of the art screens, digital projectors and bespoke sound equipment, you can enjoy a cinema quality experience with the beautiful backdrop of Bournemouth beach! Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1NnmP7W
7) Friday Family Fiesta
You know when Summer is truly here when normal Friday nights become Friday Family Fiesta nights! This popular event takes place in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens throughout the summer. From approximately 7pm there is a host of family entertainment throughout the gardens including face painters, circus workshops, stilt walkers, fire performances and street performers. And finally at 10pm there is a fantastic fireworks display from Bournemouth Pier! Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1ICSFZY
Saturday 15 August 2015
8) The Saxon Square Artisan Market
Kean Events are hosting four Artisan Markets to promote and highlight the region’s high quality local producers and craftspeople. Come along to Saxon Square between 10am and 4pm to see the different foods and crafts the traders have to offer. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1HDtIg9
9) Avenue Q - Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre
Winner of the Tony Awards ‘Triple Crown’ for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart. Hilarious, cheeky and uproariously entertaining, with a terrific batch of songs performed by a cast of hugely talented performers and puppets, AVENUE Q is the musical like no other. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1DJVIDX
10) The ARThouse Gallery
The ARThouse Gallery specialise in original paintings and original artist's prints by carefully selected leading contemporary and modern artists. The ARThouse Gallery is conveniently situated in a prime location in the centre of Bournemouth in Dorset within walking distance of The Square between Poole Hill and the Westcliff. There are a large number of Cafes and Restaurants nearby also. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1J1nZX5
Sunday 16 August 2015
11) Kids Fun Festival in Bournemouth Lower Gardens
Join in with a variety of performances including circus skills, magic and ventriloquism in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens. Visit our website to view the full programme: http://bit.ly/1UAoZVQ
12) Classic Cars on the Prom
Classic Cars on the Prom is a weekly display of classic cars with an ever-changing weekly line-up of vehicles dating from 1915 up to the early 1980s. The event is open to all eligible vehicles who may wish to participate. There is no entry fee and no booking is required however it is on a first come, first served basis and can fill up fast. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1IH8gIU
13) Roller Coast Roller Rink - Summer Holidays
Get your skates on for the rockin’, rollin’ Roller Coast Roller Rink, returning in the Summer Holidays. Fun for all the family whatever the weather, zoom around the rink to all the latest chart topping hits! Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1L3MnJU
14) The Pinewalk Art Exhibition
Bournemouth's popular, free, open air art exhibition at the Pinewalk is open from the 24th May until the 6th September 2015. The exhibition is open to a wide range of artists: painters (watercolour paintings, oil paintings and much more); photographers; sculptors and all artists creating a broad range of art for all to enjoy. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1UAvwA1
Monday 17 August 2015
15) Christchurch Market
A fabulous weekly market held every Monday in the traffic-free High Street and Saxon Square. Approximately 50 stalls selling a variety of quality produce including fresh fruit and vegetables, fish, bed linen, pet foods, jewellery, clothes, plants etc. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1M8D5MW
16) Nidra Gong Meditation at Compton Acres- The Italian Villa
The session will be deeply restoring and relaxing. During the hour, Jane will lead you through a Yoga Nidra with her voice using guided meditation. Scania will then lead you through a Gong Meditation using her gongs, shruti and mantra. All you need to do is lie down, make yourself comfortable and listen. Absolutely no effort is required. Bring blankets, mat and pillow for your comfort. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1SAuV3K
17) Beach Fit Southbourne
Suitable for all levels of fitness, work at your own pace in a friendly and supportive environment. Classes are circuit based and offer a range of cv and strength training exercises designed to tone and shape the whole body, while burning calories and improving fitness fast. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1Wf6RTb
Tuesday 18 August 2015
18) Puttin' on the Ritz At The Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre
The all singing, all dancing production of Puttin’ on the Ritz featuring world champion dance professionals from the BBC TV show Strictly Come Dancing shimmies into town at Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre! Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1PisBJm
19) Under 5s Dance Classes with Pavilion Dance
Aimed at children aged under 5 years old, PDSW offer a safe and fun environment for your toddlers to move, play and let their imaginations flow! What’s even more fun is that parents are invited to join in too; their mini classes are participatory so that every child can have their grownups join them for a really exciting time together! Drop in basis available. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1DK5eXM
20) Go Up In The Bournemouth Balloon!
The Bournemouth Balloon, operated by S&D Leisure, is Bournemouth’s highest attraction, after all it reaches a height of just under 500 metres above the ground! The balloon is accessible to persons of all ages and abilities including wheelchairs. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1ICWHS8
Wednesday 19 August 2015
21) The Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show
The Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show is one of the largest one day agricultural shows in the south, held on the Turnpike Showground in North Dorset. This traditional show is always held on the third Wednesday in August and regularly has an attendance of over 24,000 people. The 2015 Show looks all set to be one of the best events ever, with a record number of trade exhibitors, a great range of attractions for all the family and entries for the competitive classes being received at a record rate. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1DFKsso
22) Reptile Roadshow with the RSPB at Hengistbury Head
Come and meet the stars of our UK heathland habitat when the RSPB bring their fabulous reptile road show from RSPB Arne to the Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre. Free event. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1UAtlML
23) Michael McIntyre - Happy & Glorious At The BIC Windsor Hall
Michael McIntyre returns with his hotly anticipated brand new stand-up show Happy & Glorious! Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1NnlRZj Have you missed out on this event? Not to worry! Keep an eye on thebestof Bournemouth’s website and social media for the latest events near you.
24) Beach Fit Southbourne
Suitable for all levels of fitness, work at your own pace in a friendly and supportive environment. Classes are circuit based and offer a range of cv and strength training exercises designed to tone and shape the whole body, while burning calories and improving fitness fast. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1Wf6RTb
25) Candlelight Nights
The enchanting ‘Candlelight Nights’ is an event not to be missed! A tradition dating back many years the event sees thousands of tealights being lit in Bournemouth lower gardens to produce wonderfully lit designs. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1Iq5PcT
Thursday 20 August 2015
26) Bournemouth Air Festival 2015 – 20/08/2015 – 23/08/2015
Bournemouth Air Festival returns in 2015 with entertainment for all the family - incredible air displays, attractions and evening entertainment! Don’t miss out. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1hvpQZZ
27) Air Festival Party At The Ocean View Hotel
Bring your family and come and join us at The Ocean View Hotel for a day of family fun for the Bournemouth Air Festival, in support of Julia’s House! The hotel is directly under the flight path, so will be an amazing spectacle. Plus there is a pool, kids entertainment and an amazing BBQ feast! Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1L3LkcX
28) Bournemouth Guided Walking Tours
Why not take a tour around central Bournemouth? John your experienced guide will give you information on its fascinating early history, information on pubs, clubs, theatres and amazing plans for Bournemouth’s future. Visit our website for more information: http://bit.ly/1DmDGYq
