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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The Adventures of Beowulf
Dive into the Anglo-Saxon world of myth and monsters and join storyteller Lizzie Bryant for an action-packed, family-friendly, performance of the Old English tale of the warrior Beowulf and the monsters that brought him fame.
Enjoy hands-on Saxon and Viking- themed activities, games and replica object handling with Castle Hill Heritage Skills. Age guide 7-12. The event will be 2 1/2 hours long with the story told in 3 parts and hands-on crafts in between which you will get to take home with you. We will finish the session with historical games and heddle weaving.
The event takes place twice in one day so choose your timeslot:
10.am-12.30pm OR 2.00pm to 4.30pm
Bring your own refreshments and folding chair should you need one.
This event is part of the National Library Culture Quest adventure- come and earn a stamp with us!
Event takes place at Tumbledown Community Grow-space, Saturday 22nd August 2026.
All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
Child places £5 Adult places FREE.
Please book to reserve your place.
This event is also part of the National Culture Quest scheme run by libraries, so by attending, participants get a stamp in their Culture Quest Passport.
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. |