What's On: Activity
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26 upcoming events
Aug 2026
Treasure! Lost and Found Exhibition
The Treasure! Lost and Found exhibition reveals the stories of objects once treasured, buried for centuries, then rediscovered – celebrating our fascination with uncovering the past.
Sat 15th Aug - All day
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Smugglers’ Summer Escapade
Join our Summer Smugglers' Escapade and discover the world of Victorian smugglers through a family-friendly trail and hands-on crafts.
Sat 15th Aug - All day
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St George’s Summer Dragon Quest
Free Children's Activity
Sat 15th Aug - All day
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Roman Dorchester Tour
Join our trained guides to step back in time and immerse yourself in the historic Roman town of Durnovaria.
Sat 15th Aug - 10:30am
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Dorset Sunflower Trail 2026
Two trails, endless memories.
Sat 15th Aug - 11:00am
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Bottomless Afternoon Tea
BOTTOMLESS AFTERNOON TEA IS BACK
Sat 15th Aug - 12:00pm
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Knit and Natter
Bring your knitting, crochet, sewing or any crafty project and join us for a relaxed morning of stitches and chat!
Mon 17th Aug - 10:00am
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Family Time Travelling Tour
Join us for a family tour where our friendly guides will turn Dorset's greatest discoveries into adventures you'll remember.
Tue 18th Aug - 10:30am
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UV Resin Drop in session
Create a beautiful UV resin keyring or earrings in this fun, drop-in summer holiday workshop with Viv.
Wed 19th Aug - 11:00am
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Wise Owls – Social group for over 65’s
Tea, chat & company – join our Over 65’s Social at The Crafty Cuppa.
Wed 19th Aug - 1:00pm
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Store Tour
Join our Collections Team for an opportunity to explore behind the scenes in Dorset Museum & Art Gallery's Collections Discovery Centre.
Wed 19th Aug - 2:00pm
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Roman Town House Tour
Join our trained guides on a tour of Roman Town House site and the precious artifacts recovered and now on display at Dorset Museum & Art Gallery.
Sat 22nd Aug - 10:00am
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Make Your Own Gold Lunula!
A free craft session where families can make their own shimmering gold lunula – a crescent-shaped piece of ancient jewellery.
Sat 22nd Aug - 10:30am
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Metal Detecting – Have a Go!
Join local metal detectorists Karen Brown and Brian Reid for an exciting family digging experience where you will search for hidden coins and uncover the secrets of the past.
Sat 22nd Aug - 10:30am
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Festival of Palestinian Culture
Join us for a full day of Palestinian culture in Dorchester's beautiful Borough Gardens.
Sat 22nd Aug - 11:00am
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Fused Glass Workshop – Kiln Carving
Join us for a creative fused glass workshop where you’ll learn the beautiful technique of kiln carving to create your own unique glass piece.
Sat 22nd Aug - 1:00pm
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Bark in the Park
A Family Fun Dog Show on the Great Field in Poundbury supporting The Lexi May Trust
Sun 23rd Aug - 10:00am
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From the Stacks – Free lunchtime talk
Free lunchtime talk on selected archival treasures at Dorset History Centre.
Wed 26th Aug - 12:30pm
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Seriously Fun Science – Dinosaurs, Fossils and Volcanoes
Join us for a fun science workshop with our professor! This brand new session focuses on dinosaurs, fossils and volcanoes.
Thu 27th Aug - 2:30pm
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Maiden Castle Guided Tour
Discover the story of one of Britain's most extraordinary prehistoric landmarks with our Maiden Castle Guided Tour.
Sun 30th Aug - 10:30am
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Sep 2026
Dorset County Show
Celebrating Dorset Agriculture, Countryside and rural life. Acting as Dorset’s end of harvest celebration.
Sat 5th Sep - All day
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Aspects of Metal Detecting
Ever wondered what it takes to become a metal detectorist? Join Karen Brown, Keith Brown, and Brian Read to explore every aspect of the hobby.
Sat 5th Sep - 1:30pm
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Dorchester Repair Cafe
The amazing repairers will be waiting for you, ready to tackle your broken clocks, clothes, small appliances and more!
Sat 26th Sep - 10:00am
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Oct 2026
Dorchester Half Marathon & 10km
A relaxed, welcoming and inclusive local running event in Dorchester.
Sun 4th Oct - 9:00am
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Jun 2028
Thomas Hardy Victorian Street Fair
Dorchester's Victorian Street Fair to celebrate the birthday of one of Dorchester's most famous residents, Thomas Hardy. This will be a fun filled day for all the family with an incredible array of Victorian and Thomas Hardy themed activities and demonstrations.
Sun 4th Jun - 11:00am
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