Calendar of Dorset Coast Events
For a great day out by the beach check out our guide to Dorset Coast events and seaside festivals taking place each year. If you are looking for things to do and find out what’s on in Dorset, see the events in 2023 listed below.
Event Dates for your diary
Dorset coast events and highlights throughout the year for your diary. Find out what’s on in 2023, from food festivals to sailing and sporting events, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
JULY
British Beach Polo Championship
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Asahi British Beach Polo Championships. Sandbanks Beach.
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APRIL
Lyme Regis Fossil Festival
29th – 30th April 2023
Annual fossil festival in Lyme Regis.
AUGUST
Lyme Regis Regatta and Carnival Week 2023
4th – 12th August 2023
The Lyme Regis Regatta and Carnival
SEPTEMBER
Dorset Seafood Festival
September 9th -10th 2023
The multi-award-winning Dorset Seafood Festival for a food lovers weekend away.
SEPTEMBER
Bournemouth Air Festival
31st August – 3rd September 2023
The UK’s biggest free aviation festival.
Discover Dorset Beaches
If you are going to a coastal event in Dorset, check out some of the other beaches nearby
Top Dorset Beaches
Looking for top Dorset coast destinations? Miles of sandy beaches, traditional seaside towns and family attractions. Walk the coastal path or find family friendly Blue Flag beaches. There are sandy beaches in Dorset which are safe for swimming as well as dog friendly beaches for long walks with our four legged friends.
Blue Flag
Family Friendly award winning beaches
Dog friendly
For long walks with our four legged friends.
What’s On
Find out What’s On – from festivals to cultural events along the coast
Beach Guide
See all beaches in Dorset
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