Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch News

Welcome to the good stuff happening across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch.

From upcoming events and things to do, to local stories worth knowing and fun ideas for your next day out, this is where you’ll find what’s on, what’s new and what’s worth your time — all focused on the brighter side of life by the coast.

Written by Tom Faull on 10 June 2026.

Football fans are invited to experience the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ as England take on Croatia in a crucial First Stage match on 17 June 2026.

Arts by the Sea Returns for 2026 with New Creative Talent and an Elemental Theme

Written by Tom Faull on 01 June 2026.

Bournemouth's much-loved Arts by the Sea Festival will return on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 September 2026, bringing another vibrant celebration of creativity, performance and public art to the town centre.

See Suzi Ruffell: The Juggle as part of Poole Pride 2026 🏳️‍🌈

Written by Tom Faull on 08 May 2026.

Lighthouse is proud to present Poole Pride 2026, a celebration of our beautiful LGBTQ+ community featuring multi-award-winning comedian Suzi Ruffell with her brand-new tour The Juggle.

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Create and learn - open invite to Lighthouse Youth Theatre

Written by Tom Faull on 07 May 2026.

A Dorset arts centre is launching its first ever youth theatre with an open call to young people to come and explore their creativity through theatre.