Things to do in Bournemouth

Gary Numan

Gary Numan (born Gary Anthony James Webb on 8 March 1958) is an English singer, composer, and musician, most widely known for his chart-topping 1979 hits "Are '…

The Old Fire Station, Bournemouth

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Buff Bingo Drag Brunch

If your idea of brunch involves dancing on your chair, shouting at bingo cards, and being served by buff butlers, you're in the right place.

Brewdog Bournemouth, Bournemouth

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Buff Bingo Drag Brunch

If your idea of brunch involves dancing on your chair, shouting at bingo cards, and being served by buff butlers, you're in the right place.

Bar So, Bournemouth

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Bluey's Big Play

Back by popular demand – Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli are returning to Southampton in the Olivier award-nominated live stage show, Bluey’s Big Play.Featuring…

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Michael Starring Ben

Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic.MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's u…

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Jane McDonald: Living the Dream

National treasure and singing sensation Jane McDonald is officially Living The Dream as she announces a brand-new UK tour and album for 2026.The star of stage a…

Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

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The End Of The World According To Jonathan Pie

Jonathan Pie is coming to terms with the horror of Keir Starmer's Labour and the fact that he voted for it.

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Westlife

Irish pop superstars bring Westlife 25: The Anniversary Tour to the UK.The tour will see the band deliver a euphoric, hit-filled set spanning their extraordinar…

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Steve Backshall

Adventurer, natural history TV Presenter, public speaker and author. Steve’s ever-growing passion for the big wild natural world started as a child and continue…

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Professor Brian Cox

Whether an avid science reader or a total novice, Professor Brian Cox Live will test the limits of our knowledge and make highly complex ideas accessible to all…

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Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

As ever, Jools continues to dazzle, involve and impress audiences with his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra and their exuberant live performances on their Jools Holland…

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Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

As ever, Jools continues to dazzle, involve and impress audiences with his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra and their exuberant live performances on their Jools Holland…

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Myles Smith

Growing up in Luton, Myles Smith rapidly established himself as different to his peers, picking up an acoustic guitar and singing covers of some of his favourit…

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The Script

Mainstream indie pop in the vein of Snow Patrol and Maroon 5 from The Voice judge Danny O'Donoghue.

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Bill Bailey: Vaudevillean

Enthralling family fun, to divert and transport from the tribulations of daily life!Bill Bailey returns with a show that celebrates this great tradition, as the…

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The Australian Pink Floyd Show

Performing the music of Pink Floyd with note for note perfection, this critically acclaimed show has been astonishing audiences worldwide for more than three de…

Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

Squeeze

One of the best post-punk pop acts, helmed by the songwriting duo Glen Tilbrook and Chris Difford.

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Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me

Kevin Bridges cut his comedy teeth in Glasgow after leaving school at the age of 17. From there, the young comedian began performing around the UK.

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Jack Whitehall: Settle Down

Over the last few years, Jack has firmly established himself as one of the country’s most successful young talents.

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Greg Davies: Full Fat Legend

Star of shows such as Taskmaster, The Inbetweeners, The Cleaner, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Man Down and Cuckoo, this is Greg’s biggest live tour yet.

Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

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Romesh Ranganathan Will Change Your Life

Hi. I’m Romesh Ranganathan and I Will Change Your Life.Tired of trying quick fixes and papering over the cracks in your life?

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Mo Gilligan

Highly-energetic stand-up from the actor, comic and social media star who is known for sharing short-form comedic content across a range of social media platfor…

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John Bishop: Back At It

After years spent TV presenting, stage acting, podcast hosting, dog walking and decorating the spare room, John is getting back to the thing he loves most; stan…

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Murder Trial Tonight

Tigerslane Studios, renowned for its captivating true-crime productions, is thrilled to announce the launch of the new season of ‘Murder Trial Tonight – The Doo…

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Lord of the Dance: A Lifetime of Standing Ovations

Michael Flatley is back with a dazzling revival of his iconic dance extravaganza. It promises to be an extraordinary journey that will captivate audiences again…

Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

David Essex

Internationally renowned singer, composer and actor David Essex OBE has announced his first major tour in over four years.

Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

Progress Wrestling

Progress returns! Experience the fastest, highest-flying, most jaw-dropping wrestling action in the UK.

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

John Cleese and The Holy Grail

This once-in-a-lifetime event features a special screening of the beloved cult classic, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, followed by an uproarious conversation…

Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

Sounds of the 60s Live with Tony Blackburn

A string of extra shows have been added to the incredibly popular Sound Of The 60s Live tour, hosted by BBC Radio 2’s Tony Blackburn OBE.Every week, listeners a…

Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

Back to the 90s Festival

The biggest 90s spring indoor daytime dance festival is coming! Get ready for this one! Brace yourselves as we bring you an experience like no other!

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

Candlelight: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Featuring a cast of West End singers and a live band, join us for a ‘Landslide’ concert, jam packed with Fleetwood Mac hits as you have never heard them before!…

St Peter's Church, Bournemouth

Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best Works

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations never before used for this purpose.

St Peter's Church, Bournemouth

Steve Hackett

The legendary Genesis album Foxtrot which, in 1972, was pivotal in establishing the band as a major force in British rock.Guitarist Steve Hackett joined Genesis…

Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

The Amazons

The Amazons are a blistering, melodic rock quartet from Reading. Fusing the sheer force of Nineties punk and grunge (Nirvana and Rage Against The Machine) with…

The Old Fire Station, Bournemouth

We Are Scientists

We Are Scientists is a New York-based indie rock band that formed in Berkeley, California in 2000.

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

Katherine Jenkins

Cherished as one of Britain’s all-time favourite singers, in 2017 Katherine was officially crowned The No.1 selling 'Classical Music Artist of the Last 25 Years…

Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

Tom McRae

British singer-songwriter Tom Mcrae, along with his regular touring musicians ‘The Standing Band’, has been quietly moving up the ranks of the most respected so…

Bear Cave, Bournemouth

Brandon Flowers

The Killers' Brandon Flowers will be heading out on a full American tour this fall in support of his highly anticipated debut solo album, Flamingo, out tomorrow…

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

Candlelight: Queen vs ABBA

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before.

St Peter's Church, Bournemouth

Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

Experience Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons as you’ve never heard it before.

St Peter's Church, Bournemouth

Transvision Vamp

Transvision Vamp was formed by Wendy James and co-writer and guitarist Nick Christian Sayer. In West London they teamed up with Dave Parsons and Tex Axile.

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

Ginger Johnson

You’ve seen her in the Masterchef kitchen… You’ve seen her on the Drag Race runway… Now it’s time to see her in her element: outrageous, untamed and completely…

Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

Jalen Ngonda

Jalen N'gonda is one of the most captivating performers on today’s soul scene. His voice, equal parts raw feeling and elegance, exudes confidence and charm.

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

Tim Burton's Universe by Mystery Ensemble

Step into the fantastical worlds of Tim Burton and embark on a magical journey through the unforgettable music that brings them to life.

St Peter's Church, Bournemouth

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The Bluetones

A very special acoustic show with Mark Morriss & Adam Devlin of Britpop legends The Bluetones.The band, formed in 1993, had an impressive run of hit singles thr…

The Old Fire Station, Bournemouth

The Feeling

The Feeling are five twentysomethings from Sussex and London who love pop music. Great big no-nonsense, hook-filled, giant-chorused pop music music for the mass…

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

Dizzee Rascal

Mercury Prize-winner and game-changing grime MCAs one of the UK’s most successful and influential rappers of all time, Dizzee Rascal is credited to bringing UK…

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

The Rifles

There can’t be many other bands in the UK with as fervent a fanbase as The Rifles.

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth