Things to do in Bournemouth

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…

Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

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Susan Calman

A decade older, but not necessarily wiser, Susan has found herself in some improbable situations over the years.

Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

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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.

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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

The Bluetones (slight) return to mark the 30th Anniversary of their classic debut album ‘Expecting To Fly’.

The Old Fire Station, Bournemouth

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…

Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

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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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Bob Dylan

Possibly the greatest songwriter of all timeThe impact of Bob Dylan cannot be overstated.

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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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Ocean Colour Scene

Formed in Birmingham in 1989, OCS spent six years fine-tuning their sound before lighting up the Britpop party with three Top 5 albums; 1996’s ‘Moseley Shoals’,…

Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

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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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Culture Club

Since their inception in 1981 Culture Club have sold more than 50 million records worldwide, led by classic hits including, "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me," "Ka…

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Electric Callboy

Electric Callboy is an explosive German electronicore band known for combining heavy metalcore and deathcore breakdowns with EDM, techno, and infectious pop hoo…

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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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James Blunt

Gently romantic chart-topping folk pop from the former army officerJames Blunt's 2005 single You're Beautiful catapulted the former British Army officer into th…

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Erasure

Erasure are the BRIT and Ivor Novello-winning synth-pop duo behind "A Little Respect", "Sometimes" and more than three decades of euphoric electronic pop.

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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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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…

Pavilion Theatre, 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

Bearded Theory Festival

Bearded Theory is a multi-award winning creative and performing arts festival set in the beautiful grounds of Catton Park in the heart of the National Forest.

Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth

Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

At the age of eight Jools Holland could play the piano fluently by ear, and by the time he reached his early teens he was proficient and confident enough to be…

Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

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

The Rifles

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

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

Raver Tots

Raver Tots is returning featuring a huge effects show throughout the event with dancers, performers, cold pyro, bubbles, festival sized confetti blasts, multi c…

Cameo, Bournemouth

Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

At the age of eight Jools Holland could play the piano fluently by ear, and by the time he reached his early teens he was proficient and confident enough to be…

Pavilion Dance South West, Bournemouth

The Stylistics

One of the most accomplished soul bands to grace the R&B scene, The Stylistics bring with them the sweet, soulful memories of years past.

Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

Tony Hadley: Christmas Big Band Tour

Flying Music presents: Tony Hadley: The Christmas Big Band Tour 2026The voice of the 80s returns with a swinging celebration of classic crooners and his own tim…

Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

Rizzle Kicks

Rizzle Kicks is a highly successful British hip-hop and pop-rap duo formed in Brighton by childhood friends Jordan "Rizzle" Stephens and Harley "Sylvester" Alex…

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

Hoa Hoa Hoa Rave

Step into the shadows and relive the magic, mystery, and eternal romance of the Saga.

The Vault, Bournemouth

Del Amitri

Formed in the 1980s, Glasgow five-piece Del Amitri have enjoyed global chart success over the years with their hits “Always The Last to Know”, “Nothing Ever Hap…

O2 Academy Bournemouth, 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

Candlelight: Coldplay vs Ed Sheeran

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience.Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone.Performers…

St Peter's Church, Bournemouth

Ozric Tentacles

One of the most influential bands to emerge from the UK’s festival scene, Ozric Tentacles formed during the solstice at Stonehenge Free Festival 1983 going on t…

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

Reggaeton Party

Come and celebrate all things Reggaeton with hundreds of other Reggaeton lovers!

The Vault, Bournemouth

Shed Seven

Indie superstars Shed Seven can boast four Top 20 albums and fifteen Top 40 singles.

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

Candlelight: Christmas Classics

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

St Peter's Church, 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

Black Stone Cherry

The Kentucky-bred hard rockers in Black Stone Cherry have had their music blared from speakers large and small, toured relentlessly with the likes of Nickelback…

O2 Academy Bournemouth, Bournemouth

The Classic Rock Show

‘The Classic Rock Fan’s Ultimate Live Juke Box!’From AC/DC to ZZ Top and everything in between, including Led Zeppelin, Dire Straits, Queen, The Eagles, Lynyrd…

Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth

Alestorm

Avast, ye landlubbers! From the deepest darkest depths of the Caribbean comes Alestorm, a drunken band of pirates on an epic quest to drink your beer, steal you…

O2 Academy Bournemouth, 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

Ride

Fuzzy indie from the reformed shoegaze pioneers.

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