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There’s always something to do!
Weymouth is proud to host over 150 events throughout the year, embracing the area’s rich diversity of facilities and natural venue’s. 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.
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Use our calendar below to find out more about events taking place in Weymouth or take a look at our Weymouth Events Programme 2021.
Stuck wondering what's on in Weymouth this summer? Need something to entertain the whole family? Well come down to Nothe Fort and be amazed at the detail and accuracy of the scaled replicas of modern warships on display. Made entirely of matchsticks and matchboxes, these models have taken one man a lifetime to build. “Trying... Read More
From the producers of the some of the world’s finest circuses comes the brand new show Continental Circus Berlin, an amalgamation of brilliant circus acts, music and youthful energy that features fantastic performers from all over the world.
Lift those Monday blues with a brilliant Rock n Roll party in Weymouth's landmark Napoleonic Fort. The full Ben Waters Band play in the Parade Ground - then take to the Ramparts to watch the fireworks from the best vantage point in Weymouth Tickets are £20 and doors open at 6pm - Tickets will not be... Read More
Weymouth Town Council are delighted to announce a programme of firework displays in Weymouth this summer. The free firework displays on Weymouth Seafront will take place on every Monday in August (2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th) with all displays starting at 9.30pm. Responding to feedback, the Town Council have made the decision to trial... Read More
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
As part of the events programme there is a community-organised ‘Bike Night’ every Thursday evening (6.00pm-9.00pm) throughout the summer until end of September on the Promenade near the Jubilee Clock. Although it’s called Bike Night and has a lot of motor bikes, it also attracts vintage and classic cars – there was a collection of... Read More
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
Jurassic Coast 2021 Hike a marathon along the stunning Dorset Coast, England’s first natural World Heritage Site, taking in famous sights such as Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove.
To celebrate the 450th anniversary of Weymouth and Melcombe Regis becoming one town, the Nothe Fort are hosting a unique Birthday Party on Saturday 4th September. In partnership with Shush (the people behind the Museum of the Moon silent disco), and supported by Weymouth Town Council, there will be three sessions starting at 4.30pm. Session... Read More
The annual Weymouth Classic & Sprint Triathlon, is to be held at the picturesque Bowleaze Cove in Dorset. It’s one of BustinSkin’s premier events of the season and entries are now open so why not give it a try? The race begins with a mass start 1.5km swim in the English Channel. The 40km bike... Read More
The annual Weymouth Classic & Sprint Triathlon, is to be held at the picturesque Bowleaze Cove in Dorset. It’s one of BustinSkin’s premier events of the season and entries are now open so why not give it a try? The race begins with a mass start 1.5km swim in the English Channel. The 40km bike... Read More
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
From Thursday 9th to Sunday 12th of September, the Isle of Portland in Dorset will come alive with artworks commissioned specifically for the community and island of Portland. See spectacular projections on ancient castles, ride the No 1 bus like never before, get a make over in the unnatural beauty parlour, take a tour of... Read More
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
As part of the events programme there is a community-organised ‘Bike Night’ every Thursday evening (6.00pm-9.00pm) throughout the summer until end of September on the Promenade near the Jubilee Clock. Although it’s called Bike Night and has a lot of motor bikes, it also attracts vintage and classic cars – there was a collection of... Read More
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
NOTE: Dates changed to 11th & 12th September 2021 from July 2021 and new event location (read more). Pre-booked tickets now required - book here. Whatever your plans this summer, be sure to catch the award-winning Nyetimber Dorset Seafood Festival taking place on the Weymouth Peninsula, the very end of Weymouth’s beautiful sandy beach and the start of... Read More
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,000 local people and organisations, and thousands of volunteers. Every year in September, places across the country throw open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community and history. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences –... Read More
As a result of huge support from the people of Weymouth, Weymouth Area Development Trust CIC have joined with Weymouth BID, Weymouth Town Council and Dorset Council to bring a Farmers Market back to Weymouth. Best in Dorset Market have agreed to run it and so it will be held every 2nd Sunday of the month 10:00am-3:00pm... Read More
FREE ENTRY! For this year's Heritage Open Day, you can experience all the fun of the Fort for FREE! Join them for behind the scenes tours of the Fort, as well as stalls and displays from the other members of Weymouth and Portland Heritage Group.
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
Weymouth Lunchtime Chamber Concerts (WLCC) is a delighted to welcome Penelope Roskell to Weymouth to launch the 2021/22 season of concerts. PROGRAMME J S Bach - Prelude and Fugue in C major, BWV 846 Fryderyk Chopin - Ballade No 3 Franz Schubert - Piano Sonata No. 21 in B-flat, D 960 Acclaimed concert pianist and... Read More
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
As part of the events programme there is a community-organised ‘Bike Night’ every Thursday evening (6.00pm-9.00pm) throughout the summer until end of September on the Promenade near the Jubilee Clock. Although it’s called Bike Night and has a lot of motor bikes, it also attracts vintage and classic cars – there was a collection of... Read More
Inside Out Dorset festival will be back in September 2021 and will celebrate the Earth, take inspiration from the Dorset landscape, open up debate about climate change, question our role in preserving the planet, use our environment as a stimulus and create extraordinary experiences for all those that join them.
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
As host venue of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic sailing events, the Weymouth area is an international sport event haven. Situated off the World Heritage Site Jurassic Coast, this race is a first-timer favourite, featuring sandy beaches, spectacular coastline and the stunning Dorset countryside. 1.2 mile Swim off Greenhill Beach, 56 mile Bike through... Read More
Dorset Food and Drink are returning to Nothe Fort with their Pop-Up Producers' Markets! Join them from 11- 4 and shop for a great range of local produce and products. Choose from homemade Scotch eggs, sausage rolls, tarts and crumbly local cheese. Locally made sweet treats, spicy sauces and olives. Our mini market regulars will... Read More
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
As part of the events programme there is a community-organised ‘Bike Night’ every Thursday evening (6.00pm-9.00pm) throughout the summer until end of September on the Promenade near the Jubilee Clock. Although it’s called Bike Night and has a lot of motor bikes, it also attracts vintage and classic cars – there was a collection of... Read More
As dusk falls, follow a parade through Weymouth and discover the puppets of baby Dundu and the gentle giant Dundu. Will they find each other? Will they get on? You’ll hear rhythms and sounds from across the globe. German company, Dundu features West African Kora (a type of harp), while UK-based Worldbeaters bring their dynamic drumming to the performance.... Read More
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
All Saints Arts & Flower Festival is a celebration of local arts and flowers held in the historic church of All Saints, Wyke Regis, over the weekend of Sat 25th and Sun 26th September. Festival events include an art exhibition, photo competition (open to all), floral displays, floral art workshops and a 'Last Night of... Read More
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
As part of the events programme there is a community-organised ‘Bike Night’ every Thursday evening (6.00pm-9.00pm) throughout the summer until end of September on the Promenade near the Jubilee Clock. Although it’s called Bike Night and has a lot of motor bikes, it also attracts vintage and classic cars – there was a collection of... Read More
Come and join a very friendly group for a gentle amble. This is a social group specifically for those who cannot walk long distances. For further information please call 01305 239314 week-days 9am - 3pm.
Holy Trinity Church are pleased to celebrate the 450th birthday of the town with a Renaissance Concert and they thank Weymouth Council for their support. For further information please follow this link.
Throughout the Year
Park Run – Lodmoor Country Park
Weekly Saturday morning 5k Park Run, 9am. Free to join, register online.
Junior Park Run – Lodmoor Country Park
Weekly Sunday morning 2k Park Run, 9am. Free to join, register online.
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.
Radipole and Lodmoor RSPB Reserves – Walks and family fun days are held throughout the year.
Weymouth Football Club – catch up on all the big matches here.
All events are subject to change / cancellation due to weather / operational constraints.
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