What's On: Children & Family
Event types
Children & Family
13 upcoming events
Jun 2026
The Tiny Art House
A recreation of a Dorset artist Clem's home and studio, made by Art in Poundbury.
Wed 24th Jun - All day
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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.
Wed 24th Jun - All day
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The Buzzing Dumbledore Trail
Follow the buzz around our galleries and spot the hidden bees – known as 'Dumbledore' in Dorset dialect.
Wed 24th Jun - All day
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Ration Book – Special Offers for June only where to find them & collect stamps
Ration Book June 2026 - Armour & Embarkation - supporters
Wed 24th Jun - All day
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Jul 2026
Quiet Opening
Explore the Museum and take part in drop-in activities during our Quiet Openings. Especially suitable for visitors with autism or other sensory conditions, and their siblings, parents and carers. The sessions are also suitable for any group or individual who would like to visit our museums and galleries at a quieter time.
Sat 4th Jul - 10:00am
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The Big Bad Wolf
Come on a madcap, rock ‘n’ roll musical journey of plotting and scheming with folklore’s most notorious villain – The Big Bad Wolf!
Sun 5th Jul - 2:00pm
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Let’s Go Fly! Dorchester Kite Festival
A new festival is coming to Dorchester on Saturday 25th July 2026. Let’s Go Fly! Kite Festival is being hosted on The Great Field between 11 am and 4:30 pm.
Sat 25th Jul - 11:00am
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Aug 2026
Make Your Own Gold Lunula!
A free drop-in 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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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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Anonymous Festival 2026
Free music festival supporting a range of young local musicians, playing live music and DJing.
Mon 31st Aug - 11:00am
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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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