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The Guest List performs a live music show at The Joiners in Southampton on 20 April 2026.
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You can find live music, family-friendly activities, and cultural events across Bournemouth this week. Events include intimate gigs at local venues such as The Sun on West Street and Slug And Lettuce The Square near the Esplanade, with larger performances hosted at the Bournemouth International Centre, which continues its seasonal programming featuring regional artists. Comedy nights return to venues like The Phoenix Theatre and Bar 56 on Friday and Saturday evenings, drawing regulars and visitors from nearby areas including Poole and Christchurch via South Western Railway connections. Weekend mornings include toddler sessions at Sobo Beach's community hub, offering structured play for children under five, and activities linked to Westover Park and King Arthur's Hill, which support local family groups with young families.
Mid-week events include themed club nights such as Heated Rivalry Club Night, hosted across venues including The Vault Nightclub in Bournemouth and other spots near Bournemouth Railway Station where footfall is steady after late-night trains arrive. For quieter moments, well-being workshops take place at Sobo Beach's community space during daylight hours, these include mindfulness sessions open to residents using public transport from the tram route or walk-in access via Pokesdown Lane.
Literary events are scheduled for Tuesday evenings at Bournemouth Library on The Square and arts-focused shows occur monthly in shared spaces, such as those hosted by Dorset Arts Collective. These reflect both local talent, like performances from emerging acts based around the Ringwood line, and touring artists arriving via ferry services or rail links through Poole Quay station. Check listings below for times and venues, with details on public toilet locations at key stops along bus routes to aid planning during peak periods.
The Guest List performs a live music show at The Joiners in Southampton on 20 April 2026.
The Prodigy perform a live electronic music gig at Bournemouth International Centre on 4/21/2026.
Opera performance of The Magic Flute streamed live at The Malt Cinema in Lymington.
A well-being workshop for parents and carers of children with additional needs at Sobo Beach.
Peppa Pig performs live at Bournemouth Pavilion in a family-friendly stage show.
Carl Cox performs a live DJ set at The BIC in Bournemouth.
A quiz night at Bournemouth's Canvas venue features live entertainment and social gaming.
Parents and carers join interactive story, rhyme, and song sessions for toddlers at Poole Library.
A rave event at Bear Cave features DJs Star.One, Azed, J4ZD, and USB Soc with a stacked lineup.
Live music performance by Badger, Window Kid, and Sir Spyro at Slug And Lettuce.
Rick Astley performs his Reflection Tour 2026 at Slug And Lettuce The Square.
Faux Fighters UK and Red Hot Tribute Peppers perform at The Old Fire Station in Bournemouth.
Comedians perform stand-up at the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club in Bournemouth.
A metal music competition heats up at Bear Cave in Bournemouth.
Comedian Chris Ramsey performs his stand-up comedy show at Bournemouth Pavilion.
A tribute act performing songs by the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Faux Fighters at The Old Fire Station in Bournemouth.
The Bournemouth Writing Festival returns to Palace Court Theatre for a series of literary events.
A glamorous drag cabaret show celebrates Primark fashion with bold performances and flashy costumes.
Country & Western-themed bingo event with live music and prizes in Poole.
P R Dewhurst performs live music at The Sun every Saturday.
Comedian Thomas Green performs his new stand-up show, Brainstorm, at The Attic Southampton.
A themed club night in Bournemouth inspired by the viral TV show and book, featuring tension-filled interactions and high-energy music.
Paul Carrack performs a live concert at Bournemouth International Centre on 25 April 2026.
A live music event featuring a diverse lineup of local and regional bands at The Underground in Bournemouth.
Olive Jones performs a live music set at St Peter's Church in Poole.
Country Club hosts a country music festival at O2 Academy Bournemouth.
Weekly stand-up comedy night at Jaggers Comedy Club in Bournemouth.
The Heated Rivalry Club Night returns at The Vault Nightclub in Bournemouth with live DJ sets.
Live music performances every Sunday at Huddle, Lymington.
Irish musicians perform a special live gig at The Four Horsemen Pub with local artist Archie Ray.
SoulJive UK launches at Sobo Beach with music and family-friendly entertainment.
Avon is a theatrical production staged at The Anvil in Bournemouth.
Butler Blake and Grant perform classical music at St Peter's Church in Poole.
The Charlatans perform a live rock music concert at O2 Academy Bournemouth.