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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2026 events calendar 

  • Carols by the Coast

    New Bond Street New Bond Street, Weymouth, United Kingdom

    Join us on Saturday 6th December at 5pm along with the Mayor of Weymouth for the return of Carols by the Coast. The free carol service with seasonal songs, played by the Salvation Army band will take place by the big Christmas Tree in New Bond Street.

  • Christmas Lights Switch On

    New Bond Street New Bond Street, Weymouth, United Kingdom

    5pm – Christmas Lights Switch On Join us on Saturday 29th November at the New Bond Street stage where the Mayor of Weymouth, the Primary Times competition winner and the panto cast will switch on the town’s Christmas lights, trees and giant Christmas Elf. Don't forget to join in the countdown! Plus, there's a huge... Read More

  • Elf Parade and Christmas Lights Switch On

    New Bond Street New Bond Street, Weymouth, United Kingdom

    Weymouth is once again hosting its Elf Extravaganza for the 2024 lights switch on!  Including elf-themed festivities from hat-making and gingerbread decorating, not forgetting 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 and who... Read More

  • Poupées géantes

    Poupées géantes
    New Bond Street New Bond Street, Weymouth, United Kingdom

    Three giant dolls slide magically through the streets of Weymouth. The voices of three opera singers transform the street into an opera house.  These fantastic divas sing melodies that captivate young and old.  Their beautiful voices contrast with Les Tambours, the drumming toy soldiers who accompany them. The performance in Weymouth will see three giant... Read More

    Free
  • Poupées géantes

    Poupées géantes
    New Bond Street New Bond Street, Weymouth, United Kingdom

    Three giant dolls slide magically through the streets of Weymouth. The voices of three opera singers transform the street into an opera house.  These fantastic divas sing melodies that captivate young and old.  Their beautiful voices contrast with Les Tambours, the drumming toy soldiers who accompany them. The performance in Weymouth will see three giant... Read More

    Free
  • Poupées géantes

    Poupées géantes
    New Bond Street New Bond Street, Weymouth, United Kingdom

    Three giant dolls slide magically through the streets of Weymouth. The voices of three opera singers transform the street into an opera house.  These fantastic divas sing melodies that captivate young and old.  Their beautiful voices contrast with Les Tambours, the drumming toy soldiers who accompany them. The performance in Weymouth will see three giant... Read More

    Free

Throughout the Year

Park Run

Weekly Saturday morning 5k Park Run, 9am. Free to join, register online.

Junior Park Run

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. Please check details before travelling. All information correct at time of entry. For the latest information, please refer to our Facebook and Twitter pages.