Welcome to our guide to all the best Dorset festivals and events! From food and drink festivals to huge-scale music festivals, there’s always something going on in Dorset. Be sure to check what’s on when you’re visiting.
Check out the links to our various festival round-ups below, followed by a quick list of all the main events coming up this season.
What’s On in Spring 2025
Here’s what’s on in Dorset during March, April & May this year…
- Bluebell season – check out our guide on where to see them HERE.
- Abbotsbury Food Fair – 19 April, Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens. Food festival.
- Bournemouth Writing Festival – 25-27 April, various locations. Literature & education.
- Dorset Spring Show – 3-4 May, Kingston Maurwood College, Dorchester. Farming and food festival.
- Shaftesbury Feastival – 5 May, Shaftesbury High St. Food festival.
- Teddy Rocks Festival – 2-4 May, Charisworth Farm, Blandford Forum. Music festival.
- Dorset Blind Association Motor Show – 18 May, Lulworth Castle. Motoring event.
- BeCider Seaside 20 – 23-26 May, Bredy Farm. Music and cider festival with camping.
- Christchurch Food Festival – 24-26 May, Christchurch High Street. Food festival.
Seasonal Events
Christmas in Dorset
- Christmas in Dorset: Full Events Directory & Guide
- 24 Christmas Markets in Dorset
- Ice Rinks in Bournemouth & Dorset
- 7 Christmas Markets and Events in Bournemouth
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