Events
Weymouth is proud to host over 150 events throughout the year, embracing the area’s rich diversity of facilities and natural venues. From family festivals, sporting challenges to art and craft shows these are an abundant part of the annual calendar. Whether casual visitor, enthusiast or participant there is plenty of inspiration, adventure and interest for you, all mixed with a warm blend of local hospitality, enthusiasm and passion. Take a look through the Calendar which is sure to excite, entertain and create memories.
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Elf World Record Attempt and Parade
Weymouth will also once again be filled with elves, in an attempt to smash the world record.
What to expect:
9am -12pm workshops to become elf-like making: hats, ears, collars and face-painting as well as Christmas craft workshops for those who already have an outfit
11am-1 pm – Register at Weymouth Pavilion to receive your wristband and be counted for the record attempt. with a photo op at 1pm
1:15pm-2pm – Dorset’s Largest Elf Parade, where we will fill the town with the sound of elves singing throughout the streets, all led by a marching band and Santa in his sleigh
1pm- 5pm – The main stage full of entertainment throughout the afternoon, including fun and japes with naughty elves, the Panto cast, local choirs and dance groups, bands, street performers, Stilt walkers, buskers and a host of shops and eateries all joining in the fun, it’s the perfect festive family day out.
At 5pm the town’s Christmas lights, trees and Christmas Elf will officially be switched on from the main stage in New Bond Street, by the Mayor, the winner of the Primary Times competition and the panto cast.
Throughout the Year
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Park Run
Weekly Saturday morning 5k Park Run, 9am. Free to join, register online. |
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Junior Park Run
Weekly Sunday morning 2k Park Run, 9am. Free to join, register online. |
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Weymouth Libraries
Join regular fun events for the whole family at libraries in Weymouth, including story times, rhyme times, chatterbooks and more. More information on the town’s libraries can be found here. |
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Radipole and Lodmoor RSPB Reserves
Walks and family fun days are held throughout the year. |
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Weymouth Football Club
Catch up on all the big matches here. All events are subject to change / cancellation due to weather / operational constraints. Please check details before travelling. All information correct at time of entry. For the latest information, please refer to our Facebook and Twitter pages. |