Discover Dorchester’s Next Big Music Talent Monday 31st August 2026 | 11am – 5pm | Borough Gardens, Dorchester | FREE Entry Fancy an afternoon of live music, DJ sets and family fun, all for free? The Anonymous Festival is back in Dorchester this bank holiday Monday, and it’s the perfect way to round off the… Read more »
It’s wild, it’s exhilarating, it’s entertaining, it’s… a whole lot of belly laughs and really great entertainment. Circus Cortex is coming to Dorchester this summer, and we’re ready for the laughter to begin. For five days only, the Big Top is pitching up its showground at The Great Field in Poundbury, and it’s bringing one… Read more »
Dorchester’s Big Day Out for Dogs If you’re a dog parent or you enjoy watching other people’s dogs have the time of their lives, make sure to put Sunday 23rd August on your radar. Bark in the Park is heading to The Great Field in Poundbury, running from 10am to 4pm, and it is shaping… Read more »
Cheers To Cider! Grab your picnic blanket and get ready for one of the biggest dates on Dorchester’s summer calendar. The Dorchester Cider Festival returns to Borough Gardens on Saturday 15th August, running from 2pm right through to 10pm, and we cannot wait to welcome back your favourite cider makers alongside a few exciting new… Read more »
Discover Every Culture in Dorchester Saturday 8th August 2026 | 11am – 4pm | Borough Gardens, Dorchester | FREE Entry It’s time to expand your taste buds and introduce the whole family to new foods, sounds and cultures from across the globe, all without leaving Dorchester. The annual One World Festival returns this August for… Read more »
Full of history, beauty and lush outdoor space, Maumbury Rings is one of those places that feels special the moment you arrive. Once a Roman amphitheatre, it’s now a striking green arena in the heart of Dorchester, home to some of the town’s best summer events. From outdoor performances to pop-up markets, there’s plenty happening… Read more »
There’s a real buzz in the air in Dorchester. The sun is shining, the parks and open spaces are filling up with activity, and the town centre is alive with that summer shopping mood. Businesses are brimming with it too. With seasonal bakes popping up in the bakeries and summer fashion lining the high street…. Read more »
Borough Gardens is coming alive with music this summer, with a wonderful line up of local bands and musicians bringing their tunes to the park across the season. We are delighted to welcome six talented local artists to the Bandstand this year, with nine dates of free live music running from July right through to… Read more »
Saturdays Sound Better in the Town Centre There’s something special about a summer Saturday in Dorchester. The cafés are buzzing, the independent shops are full of visitors, and this year there’s another great reason to spend time in the town centre – Summer Live Music @DorchLive is back. From 18th July through to 5th September,… Read more »
The King’s Arms is one of those pubs you feel right at home in. Step through the double doors off the high street and you’re met with the warming smell of home cooking drifting out from the kitchen, homely decor on the walls, and staff who welcome you in like you’ve just arrived back somewhere… Read more »
