What's On: Entertainment
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25 upcoming events
May 2026
Dorset Spring Show 2026
Dorset Spring Show brings stunts, skills, animals and thrills to form your spring adventure!
Sat 9th May - All day
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The Big Brewery Square Dog Social
We’re inviting all dogs and their humans to join us for The Big Brewery Square Dog Social, a relaxed and friendly group walk as part of the Dorchester Walking Festival and in partnership with Mutt Everything Dog🐾
Sat 9th May - 11:00am
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Street in the Park 2026
Street In The Park is back! Get ready to witness epic DJ sets, creative street dance and amazing graffiti.
Sat 9th May - 2:00pm
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Quiz Night @ Tom Browns
Join our popular monthly quiz with Kirsty!
Tue 12th May - 7:30pm
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Dorchester Duck Race & Funday
The Dorchester Duck Race is back in aid of Young Lives vs Cancer.
Sat 16th May - 12:00pm
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Grasslands: An Evening with John Wright
Join John Wright, one of our best-known naturalists, as he uncovers the beauty and rich diversity of Britain's grasslands.
Tue 19th May - 7:00pm
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Frida Kahlo: The Making Of An Icon
Exhibition on Screen’s award-winning film is back by popular demand!
Tue 19th May - 7:00pm
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Lessons From Teacher x
Gripping new play from Erin De Frias and Dorsetborn.
Thu 21st May - 7:30pm
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The Dorchester Artisan Market
Dorset Artisan Markets are bringing a fabulous collection of over 200 artisan traders to the streets of Dorchester!
Sun 24th May - 10:00am
and 5 future schedules
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Spoken Word Night
Spoken Word Night at The Poet Laureate!
Tue 26th May - 7:00pm
and 5 future schedules
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9 to 5 the Musical – a Wessex Musical Theatre production
Clock in for a night of laughter and iconic songs!
Wed 27th May - 7:30pm
and 4 future schedules
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Moonfleet Crimson Tide – An exciting re-imagining of a classic story
Join local author, Will Adams, for a fun-filled family event with storytelling, songs, and a creative competition inspired by his book, ''Moonfleet Crimson Tide.''
Sat 30th May - 10:15am
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Thomas Hardy Victorian StreetFair
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 31st May - 11:00am
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Jun 2026
Justice on Trial – Fundraising event for Shire Hall Museum
Drama and Dining! A lively and immersive fundraising evening where you will enjoy a delicious summer buffet before stepping into the shoes of an 1830s jury.
Fri 5th Jun - 7:00pm
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Let’s Go Fly! Dorchester Kite Festival
A new festival is coming to Dorchester on Saturday 6th June 2026. Let’s Go Fly! Kite Festival is being hosted on The Great Field between 11 am and 4:30 pm.
Sat 6th Jun - 11:00am
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Dorchester Lions Summerfest 2026
Dorchester Lions present Summerfest 2026!!
Sun 7th Jun - 12:00pm
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Dorset County Hospital Pride Film Nights
We welcome our staff, families, patients and community into their hospital to share LGBTQIA+ themed films.
Thu 11th Jun - 5:30pm
and 1 future schedules
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Sashay & Sing with Ms Cassidy
A night full of laughs, feel good vibes and fabulous fun!
Sat 13th Jun - 9:00pm
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Jul 2026
Dorset Archives Trust Summer Gala
All are welcome to join us at the Dorset Archives Trust Summer Gala for 2026
Thu 2nd Jul - 6:00pm
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Thomas Hardy Week
The 27th International Thomas Hardy Conference and Festival
Sat 25th Jul - All day
and 7 future schedules
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Hardy’s Women: Double Bill
Best-selling author Paula Byrne followed by Caroline Butler & Dave Townsend of the Mellstock Band
Sat 25th Jul - 8:00pm
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Aug 2026
One World Festival
The Dorset One World Festival is a free local event to celebrate the diversity of cultures in Dorchester through music, dance, food and activities.
Sat 8th Aug - 11:00am
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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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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
and 1 future schedules
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