Festival Guide in Southbourne

Come and join in the fun for free! The Christchurch Carnival promises a fun weekend which includes a float parade, fireworks, stalls and more! The event takes place every August.

The Shake & Stir Festival is ideal for any vintage life-styler looking for somewhere to celebrate retro music, vehicles, dancing, or fashion. From the 1920s to the '70s, the bonanza of all things vintage features a variety of performances, displays, traders and more.

Bournevaria Oktoberfest is the biggest Oktoberfest celebration on the South Coast. Located in the Windsor Hall at the Bournemouth International Centre in Bournemouth, the event is held every September. The event is a chance to enjoy German tradition and is set in the Bavarian-themed beer hall at the BIC. Book tickets to this event to enjoy several fun evenings of live entertainment, great food, and fantastic German beers.

Welcome to Bournemouth’s newest festival: Kings Park Festival. This two-day, multi-arena, multi-genre music festival located in the heart of Bournemouth will be held on Sat 4th & 5th May 2025.

Located at Christchurch Quay, XChurch Music Festival celebrates the vibrant local community while welcoming visitors from near and far. Join for an unforgettable weekend of live music, great food, and entertainment for all ages.

Visit the Dorset Wine Festival for a day of sipping, swirling, and savoring the best wines from the region!

Launched in 2000, Christchurch Food Festival continues to bring people together in one of the most beautiful spots on the South Coast to share great food and drink. With chef demos, live entertainment, and a delicious selection of local produce, the festival celebrates the pleasure of food while also helping to support small producers and independent food businesses.