Family Friendly Events in Dorset April 2026
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For a list of family friendly events happening in April, please see below.
MOORS VALLEY COUNTRY PARK EASTER HUNT
Info: Pick up your activity pack from the Information Point and help Rosie the Rabbit uncover who laid the golden egg. Hunt for the hidden eggs and solve the riddles in the activity sheet. While you’re there, children can enjoy the many play areas, adventure golf, Moors Valley Railway and much more.
Dates: Saturday 14th March - Tuesday 14th April 2026
Address: Moors Valley Country Park, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, BH24 2ET
Website: Moors Valley Country Park
ABBOTSBURY SWANNERY BRAMLEY HEDGE STORY TRAIL
Info: The trail takes visitors around the Swannery grounds, to discover more about the swans and the adventurous mice. Designed for families to enjoy, the trail includes interactive activities, stamp points and questions to answer, all alongside the swans and discovering more about the unique Swannery.
Dates: Saturday 14th March – Saturday 31st October 2026
Address: Abbotsbury Swannery, New Barn Road, Abbotsbury, Dorset, DT3 4JG
Website: Abbotsbury Swannery
KINGSTON LACY EASTER ADVENTURE
Info: Make your way to the Easter adventure field and find activities for the whole family. Complete the rope maze, enjoy carrot throwing, complete a rabbit racecourse, and much more. Admission and trail costs apply.
Dates: Saturday 21st March - Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Kingston Lacy, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 4EA
Website: National Trust Kingston Lacy
MUSEUM OF EAST DORSET SUPER MUSEUM ADVENTURE
Dates: Saturday 21st March - Saturday 18th April 2026
Address: Museum of East Dorset, 23-29 High Street, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1HR
Website: Museum of East Dorset
DURLSTON COUNTRY PARK EASTER TRAIL
Info: The trail will take you on a trip around the park to learn more about the bonkers bunnies that live here. Further activities on selected dates include guided walks, workshops and crafts. Activity and trail costs apply.
Dates: Wednesday 25th March – Wednesday 15th April 2026
Address: Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL
Website: Durlston Country Park
https://www.durlston.co.uk/
DISCOVERY VILLAGE EASTER EGG-VENTURE
Dates: Thursday 26th March – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Discovery Village Role Play Centre, Merritown Lane, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 6BA
Website: Discovery Village Role Play Centre
FAMILY FUN LAND
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Littledown Centre, Chaseside, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 7DX
Website: Coles Events
LONGTHORNS FARM EASTER FUN AT THE FARM
Dates: Friday 27th March – Saturday 11th April 2026
Address: Longthorns Farm, Longthorns, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6HH
Website: Longthorns Farm
REDHILL FUN FAIR
Dates: Friday 27th March – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Redhill Park, 70 Redhill Avenue, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH9 2SP
Facebook: William Cole & Amusements
THORNCOMBE WOOD FLOWERS & FOLKLORE TRAIL
Info: Beautiful hand painted discs are dotted along the Thorncombe Loop for all to discover. Find out some of the folklore behind the native spring flowers identified on the discs. Pick up a FREE Pocket Map from the centre or car park to help guide you.
Dates: Friday 27th March – Sunday 19th April 2026
Address: Thorncombe Woods Visitor Centre, Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8QH
Facebook: Hardy’s Birthplace
SUNNYSIDE STUDIO EASTER WORKSHOPS
Dates: Saturday 28th March - Wednesday 8th April 2026
Address: Sunnyside Studio, Unit 8, 15 Jubilee Close, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BS
Website: Sunnyside Studio
LYME REGIS MUSEUM EASTER EVENTS
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Thursday 9th April 2026
Address: Lyme Regis Museum, Bridge Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3QA
Website: Lyme Regis Museum
MINTERNE GARDENS EASTER TRAIL
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Friday 10th April 2026
Address: Minterne Gardens, Minterne Magna, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7AU
Website: Minterne Gardens
FLOWERDEW FARM MINI FARMER SESSIONS
Info: The hands-on Mini Farmers Sessions promises outdoor adventures and classic farm games like welly wanging, egg and spoon races, Easter inspired creative crafts, a meal and the chance to meet and feed the adorable alpacas and pygmy goats.
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Saturday 11th April 2026 (Selected dates)
Address: Flowerdew Farm, Hazel Lane, Puncknowle, Dorchester, DT2 9BU
Website: Flowerdew Farm
BRIDPORT MUSEUM EGG HUNT
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Saturday 11th April 2026
Address: Bridport Museum, 25 South Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NR
Website: Bridport Museum
SYMONDSBURY ESTATE EASTER TRAIL
Info: Bring the whole family for a fun-filled adventure across the Estate. Explore scenic paths, discover hidden surprises along the trail, and enjoy a wonderful outdoor experience together.
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Saturday 11th April 2026
Address: Symondsbury Estate, Manor Yard, Mill Lane, Symondsbury, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6HG
Website: Symondsbury Estate
THE TOWN MILL EASTER FUN
Info: The Town Mill will be open daily, the large water wheel will be turning, you can meet the Millers and watch flour milling demonstrations. Further activities on selected dates include an Easter tasting table, have-a-go at mini milling, and special Easter egg deliveries.
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Saturday 11th April 2026
Address: The Town Mill, Mill Lane, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3PU
Website: The Town Mill
THE WALLED GARDEN EASTER TRAIL
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: The Walled Garden, Station Road, Moreton, Dorset, DT2 8RH
Website: The Walled Garden
SWANAGE PIER EASTER TRAIL
Info: The Easter Bunny and his friends are hiding all over Swanage Pier. Can you track them down, uncover the message they’ve left behind and crack our Easter Quiz to earn your reward?
Dates: Saturday 28th March - Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Swanage Pier, Pier Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2AP
Website: Swanage Pier
MADJESTON MILK STATION
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Madjeston Milk Station, Cole Street Lane, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 5JQ
Website: Madjeston Milk Station
BROWNSEA ISLAND EASTER ADVENTURE TRAIL
Info: Celebrate Easter with an exciting woodland adventure at Brownsea Island. Explore the fun, interactive trail to discover the amazing lives of birds and receive a tasty chocolate prize at the end. Admission and trail costs apply.
Dates: Saturday 28th March - 12th April 2026
Address: Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Dorset
Website: National Trust Brownsea Island
CORFE CASTLE EASTER ADVENTURES
Info: This Easter, hop into a fun filled day of spring themed games and activities as you explore the ruins of Corfe Castle. Get involved with some garden games, test your aim with a spot of archery, challenge your friends and family to a traditional egg and spoon race, plus much more. Admission and trail costs apply.
Dates: Saturday 28th March - 12th April 2026
Address: Corfe Castle, The Square, Corfe Castle, Dorset
Website: National Trust Corfe Castle
STUDLANDS EASTER ADVENTURE
Dates: Saturday 28th March - 12th April 2026
Address: Knoll Beach Visitor Reception, Ferry Road, Studland, Dorset, BH193AQ
Website: National Trust Studland Bay
VURLANDS ANIMAL FARM EASTER MYSTERY TRAIL
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Vurlands Animal Farm, South West Coast Path, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9DB
Website: Vurlands Animal Farm
THE TANK MUSEUM TANKS IN ACTION
Info: Experience the biggest day out in history with 300 tanks, enjoy explosive live displays, vehicle rides, kids’ activities, and more at Dorset’s largest indoor attraction.
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Tank Museum, Linsay Road, Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JG
Website: The Tank Museum
https://tankmuseum.org/
NOTHE FORT EASTER ADVENTURES
Info: Join in the family Easter adventures at Nothe Fort with Easter egg hunts across the Fort, bunny bingo, parade ground funfair games, party games, and more!
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Nothe Fort, Barrack Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8UF
Website: Nothe Fort
RUSSELL-COTES MUSEUM FAIRY TRAIL & CRAFTS
Info: Follow a fairy trail as you explore the historic house and find the fairies hiding in the garden. Drop-in fairy crafts and workshops will also be available on selected dates.
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Sunday 12th April
Address: Russell-Cotes Museum, East Cliff Promenade, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3AA
Website: Russell-Cotes Museum
THE OCEANARIUM EASTER EGG TRAIL
Info: Explore the Oceanarium and discover different types of eggs. Can you guess which animal they belong to? At the end, pick up a special Easter egg treat!
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: The Oceanarium, Pier Approach, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5AA
Website: The Oceanarium
WEST BAY DISCOVERY CENTRE EASTER EGGS-TRAVAGANZA
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: West Bay Discovery Centre, West Bay Road, West Bay, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4EN
Website: West Bay Discovery Centre
KINGSTON MAURWARD ESTATE DRAGON EGG QUEST TRAIL
Info: An ancient creature has awakened at the Kingston Maurward Estate. This is a fully themed, immersive quest designed to feel like you have stepped into a story. The map is beautifully illustrated and designed specifically for this quest, guiding you around the grounds in a way that feels international and flowing, not random.
Dates: Saturday 28th March – Sunday 26th April 2026
Address: Kingston Maurward Gardens and Animal Park, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8PX
Website: Kingston Maurward Estate Spellbound Trails
BENNETTS WATER GARDENS EASTER EGG HUNT
Dates: Sunday 29th March 2026 – Thursday 9th April 2026 (Selected dates)
Address: Bennetts Water Gardens, Putton Lane, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 4AF
Website: Bennetts Water Gardens
LULWORTH CASTLE SPRING FAMILY FUN
Dates: Sunday 29th March - Thursday 9th April 2026
Address: Lulworth Castle, East Lulworth, Wareham BH20 5QS
Website: Lulworth Castle
MAPPERTON ESTATE EASTER TRAIL
Info: Help Pippa, Mapperton’s mischievous cat, search for her missing golden egg. Children will receive a special activity booklet and follow a mapped route through the gardens. The trail finishes at the Summerhouse, transformed into Pippa’s cosy Easter hideout. Alongside the trail, enjoy free spring craft activities in the Coach House Café.
Dates: Sunday 29th March – Thursday 9th April 2026
Address: Mapperton House, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3NR
Website: Mapperton House
FARMER PALMERS EGG-CELLENT EASTER
Info: There’s daily fun and activities to enjoy on the farm, plus Bandit Bunny tractor trailer rides and Easter egg hunts over the Bank Holiday weekend.
Dates: Monday 30th March - Monday 6th April 2026
Address: Farmer Palmers, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6EU
Website: Farmer Palmers
THE BLUE POOL EASTER FUN
Info: Follow clues on an Easter hunt to find the giant eggs along the woodland trail. Spot them all and collect a special chocolatey prize at the end! On selected dates, children can also enjoy hands-on bushcraft activities like paracord bracelet making, bug hunting, fire lighting and more!
Dates: Monday 30th March – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: The Blue Pool, Furzebrook Road, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5AR
Website: The Blue Pool
JAY MILLERS CIRCUS
Dates: Tuesday 31st March 2026 - Monday 6th April 2026
Address: Verwood Road, Three Legged Cross, Dorset, BH21 6RR
Website: Jay Millers Circus
ELLIE’S FARM SHOP EASTER ACTIVITIES
Info: Children can enjoy a daily scavenger hunt and on selected dates, further activities include meeting the lambs and biscuit decorating.
Dates: Tuesday 31st March – Thursday 9th April 2026
Address: Ellie’s Farm Shop, Lyndhurst Road, Bockhampton, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 7AB
Facebook: Ellie’s Farm Shop
HD HORSEMANSHIP EASTER PONY RIDES
Dates: Tuesday 31st March – Friday 10th April (Selected dates)
Address: HD Horsemanship, Willett Road, Broadstone, Poole, Dorset, BH21 3FZ
Website: HD Horsemanship
RED HOUSE MUSEUM SPRING TREASURE HUNT
Info: Hidden treasures are waiting to be discovered all around the museum! As you explore, place a cross on your map each time you uncover a treasure, then answer the question or sketch what you’ve found in the space provided. Complete the trail to earn a chocolate reward!
Dates: Tuesday 31st March – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Red House Museum, Quay Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1BU
Website: Red House Museum
PORTLAND MUSEUM EASTER CRAFT EVENT
Date: Wednesday 1st April 2025
Address: Portland Museum, 217 Wakeham, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1HS
Website: Portland Museum
LITTLE GIZMOS EVENT
Date: Wednesday 1st April 2026
Address: Circo Lounge, 66 Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH4 9DZ
Facebook: Little Gizmos Entertainment
ANGUS WOOD EASTER NATURE TRAIL & QUIZ
Date: Wednesday 1st April 2026
Address: Angus Wood, St Leonards Avenue, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7PJ
Facebook: Blandford Environmental Trust
EASTER MAKES & BAKES CLASS
Date: Wednesday 1st April 2026
Address: The Hub on the Heath, 10 Adastral Road, Canford Heath, Poole, Dorset, BH17 8SA
Website: Biscuits by Sarah B
THE ALLENDALE FREE FILM CLUB
Date: Wednesday 1st April 2026
Address: The Allendale Centre, Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1AS
Website: The Allendale
CHILDREN’S EASTER ARTS & CRAFTS
Date: Wednesday 1st April 2026
Address: Dorchester Army Reserve Centre, Poundbury Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TA
Website: The Keep
BROADSTONE BUSINESS CENTRE OPEN DAY
Date: Wednesday 1st April 2026
Address: Broadstone Business Centre, 19B Moor Road, Broadstone, Poole, Dorset, BH18 8AZ
Facebook: Broadstone Business Centre
RUDE SCIENCE
Info: Brace yourselves for BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ revolutionary, high-tech, highly-explosive new show, packed with outrageous science stunts!
Dates: Wednesday 1st & Thursday 2nd April 2026
Address: Lighthouse Poole, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1UG
Booking: Lighthouse Poole
THE WALLED GARDEN BUG & EXOTIC ANIMAL EXPERIENCE
Dates: Wednesday 1st, Friday 3rd & Monday 6th April 2026
Address: The Walled Garden, Station Road, Moreton, Dorset, DT2 8RH
Website: The Walled Garden
PEEK-A-BOO & BREW EASTER CELEBRATION
Dates: Wednesday 1st April – Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Peek-a-Boo & Brew Soft Play Café, 214a Macaulay Road, Poole, BH18 8DX
Website: Peek-a-Boo & Brew Soft Play Café
SHERBORNE CASTLE EASTER TRAIL
Info: Follow the trail around the garden discovering Easter bunnies and solving the clues along the way. Prizes will be available from the ticket box at the end of the trail.
Dates: Wednesday 1st – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Sherborne Castle, New Road, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 5NR
Website: Sherborne Castle
THE HIDEOUT EASTER CRAFTS
Dates: Thursday 2nd April 2026
Address: The Hideout Soft Play, Canford Heath, Poole, Dorset, BH17 9DW
Facebook: The Hideout Soft Play
BOUNCY CASTLE KINGDOM
Dates: Thursday 2nd & Friday 3rd April 2026
Address: Weymouth & Portland RFC, Monmouth Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5HZ
Facebook: Inflatable Theme Parks
BERE REGIS EASTER FUN MORNING
Date: Friday 3rd April 2026
Address: Pop in Place, North Street, Bere Regis, Dorset, BH20 7LD
Website: Pop in Place
THE STREETLIGHT CENTRE EASTER EGG HUNTS
Info: Children will explore the centre, hunt for hidden eggs and take home a chocolate prize.
Date: Friday 3rd April 2026
Address: The Streetlight Centre, Stone Lane Industrial Estate, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1HB
Website: The Streetlight Centre
EASTER FAMILY FUN DAY
Date: Friday 3rd April 2026
Address: Blandford United Football Clubhouse, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7BX
CORNERSTONE PATCH EASTER HUNT
Date: Friday 3rd April 2026
Address: Cornerstone Patch Community Garden, Blandford Close, Hamworthy, Poole, BH15 4BQ
Facebook: Cornerstone Patch Community Garden
BOURNEMOUTH ELECTRIC CLUB EASTER PARTY
Date: Friday 3rd April 2026
Address: Bournemouth Electric Club, 1 Broadway Lane, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 0AA
Website: Bournemouth Electric Club
ABBOTSBURY GARDENS FOOD & DRINK FAIR
Dates: Friday 3rd & Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, Bullers Way, Abbotsbury, Dorset, DT3 4LA
Website: Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
HAMWORTHY PARK EASTER EGG HUNT
Info: Find the eggs, solve the clues, crack the code and win a prize. Watch out for some fun activities on route too!
Dates: Friday 3rd – Sunday 5th April 2026
Address: Hamworthy Park, Lulworth Avenue, Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset, BH15 4DH
Website: South Coast Adventures
MONKEY WORLD EASTER EGG GIVEAWAY
Dates: Friday 3rd – Monday 6th April 2026
Address: Monkey World, Tout Hill, Longthorns, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6HH
Website: Monkey World
HIGHCLIFFE CASTLE EASTER WOODLAND TRAIL
Dates: Friday 3rd April - Monday 6th April 2026
Address: Highcliffe Castle, Rothesay Drive, Highcliffe, Dorset, BH23 4LE
Website: Highcliffe Castle
POUNDBURY EASTER EGG HUNT
Dates: Friday 3rd – Monday 6th April 2026
Address: The Great Field, Peverell Avenue East, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3RH
Website: Pips Poundbury
SWANAGE RAILWAY EASTER EXPERIENCE
Info: Your day begins with a scenic steam train journey through the Purbeck countryside. Alight at Harmans Cross where the Peter Rabbit™ experience begins. Children can take part in a delightful Easter egg hunt and meet Peter Rabbit™ himself.
Dates: Friday 3rd – Monday 6th April 2026
Address: Swanage Railway, Station Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB
Website: Swanage Railway
BREWERY SQUARE THE GREAT EGG-SCAPE
Info: There is a bit of a situation at the Square – the Easter Bunny has lost his eggs and he needs the best explorers to help find them! Grab your map from the Concierge Office and find the missing eggs hidden in the shop windows, once found, head back to the office for a reward.
Dates: Friday 3rd – Monday 6th April 2026
Address: Brewery Square, Copper Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1GH
Website: Brewery Square
UPWEY WISHING WELL EASTER EGG TRAIL
Dates: Friday 3rd – Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Upwey Wishing Well, 161 Church Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5QE
Website: Upwey Wishing Well
THE HORTON INN EASTER FUN DAY
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: The Horton Inn, Cranborne Road, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 5AD
Website: The Horton Inn
HASKELLS REC EASTER EGG TRAIL
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Haskell’s Rec, Ringwood Road, Poole, Dorset, BH12 3LH
COURTYARD CRAFT CENTRE EASTER FUN DAY
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Courtyard Craft Centre, Huntick Road, Lytchett Minster, Dorset, BH16 6BA
Website: Courtyard Craft Centre
WAIFS & STRAYS EASTER FAYRE
Info: Easter Fayre to raise vital funds for the rescue. Stalls will include tombolas and raffle, games, brand new cat items, refreshments and more.
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Canford Heath Community Centre, 7 Mitchell Road, Canford Heath, Poole, Dorset, BH17 8UE
Facebook: Waifs & Strays
COOK STARS EASTER WORKSHOP
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Milton on Stour Scout Community Hall, Milton on Stour, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5QD
Website: Cook Stars
LITTLE GIZMOS EVENT
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Swanage Con Club, 27 Kings Road West, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HE
Facebook: Little Gizmos Entertainment
THE TRUMPET MAJOR EASTER EGG HUNT
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: The Trumpet Major, Alington Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2AB
COLMERS HILL EASTER EGG HUNT
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Symondsbury C of E Primary School, Bridport Cycles, Bridport, DT6 6HG
Facebook: Friends of Symondsbury School
EASTER FETE & NATURE TRAIL
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: C2000 Hall, Straits, Easton, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1HG
Website: Island Community Action
EASTER SENSORY PLAY & CRAFTING FAMILY PLAY
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Islanders Youth & Community Centre, 53 East Weare Road, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1ET
Facebook: Blissful Beginnings by Lexie
WEYMOUTH MANOR SPRING FETE
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Weymouth Manor, Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0TX
LITTLEMOOR EASTER DISCO
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Littlemoor Community Centre, Canberra Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6AH
BEAMINSTER EASTER EGG HUNT
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Playing Fields, Beaminster, Dorset
Facebook: Prout Bridge Project
GULLIVERS FARM EASTER FAMILY FUN DAY
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Gullivers Farm, Station Road, West Moors, Dorset, BH22 0JG
Website: Gullivers Farm
LITTLE GIZMOS EVENT
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: The Kings Arms, 252 Wallisdown Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4HZ
Facebook: Little Gizmos Entertainment
EASTER FAMILY RAVE
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: The Vault, 39 Poole Hill, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5PW
Facebook: Jungle Cub
ACTION ZONE 1ST BIRTHDAY EVENT
Info: Enjoy soft play and inflatables sessions, plus there’s going to be Easter fun too! Pre-booking is essential.
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Action Zone, King's Park Dr, Bournemouth BH7 6JD
Facebook: BCP Leisure Kings Park
BOSCOMBE SALVATION ARMY EASTER ALIVE!
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Boscombe Salvation Army, Palmerston Road, Boscombe, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 4HT
Facebook: Boscombe Salvation Army
SOUTHBOURNE EASTER EVENT
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Southbourne Green, Southbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH6 5AQ
RIVERSIDE CHURCH EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Blandford Scout Hut, Eagle House Gardens, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7BS
Facebook: Riverside Church
SHERBORNE WESTEND HALL EASTER EGG HUNT
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Westend Hall, Littlefield, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 6AU
ONCE UPON A RHYME
Info: Get ready to sing, dance, rhyme, repeat with Once Upon A Rhyme, the brand-new children’s show bringing nursery rhyme characters to life like never before! Join some of your favourite nursery rhyme characters in a modern, fun, and pop-inspired musical adventure. From classic rhymes to today’s kid-friendly pop hits, this interactive show is packed with catchy tunes, dazzling costumes and non-stop dancing.
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: The Tivoli Theatre, 19 West Borough, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1LT
Website: Tivoli Theatre Wimborne
ADVENTURES IN SCIENCE
Info: Join ‘The Magical Mr West’ on an incredible adventure into the world of science! Aided by his corvid companion Crowbert and a collection of curious contraptions, Mr West demonstrates the fundamental principles of scientific enquiry, exploring everything from supersonic speediness to malicious misinformation.
Date: Saturday 4th April 2026
Address: Bridport Arts Centre, 9 South Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NR
Website: Bridport Arts Centre
EASTER AT NICKS FARM
Dates: Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th April 2026
Address: Nicks Farm, Valley Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 0EB
Website: Nicks Farm
BOURNEMOUTH AVIATION MUSEUM EASTER PARTY
Date: Sunday 5th April 2026
Address: Bournemouth Aviation Museum, Merritown Lane, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 6BA
Website: Bournemouth Aviation Museum
AVON TYRELL EASTER ACTIVITY TRAIL
Info: Gather the family for a day of outdoor fun. Take on exciting challenges like climbing and archery, explore the beautiful site and enjoy quality time together.
Date: Sunday 5th April 2026
Address: Avon Tyrell Outdoor Centre, Bransgore, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 8EE
Website: Avon Tyrell Outdoor Centre
BALLOON MADNESS EASTER DISCO
Date: Sunday 5th April 2026
Address: Lytchett Matravers Village Hall, High Street, Lytchett Matravers, Dorset, BH16 6DD
Facebook: Balloon Madness
GILLINGHAM SOCIAL CLUB EASTER PARTY
Date: Sunday 5th April 2026
Address: Gillingham Social Club, Harding's Lane, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4HX
Facebook: Gillingham Social Club
TRINITY CLUB EASTER DISCO
Date: Sunday 5th April 2026
Address: Dorchester Trinity Club, 38 Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TT
Website: Dorchester Trinity Club
PYMORE INN EASTER EGG HUNT
Date: Sunday 5th April 2026
Address: Pymore Inn, Pymore, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5PN
K-POP FANTASY
Info: Blending electrifying choreography with outstanding live vocals, this immersive stage show brings the spectacle, precision, and passion of K-Pop to life in a thrilling theatre experience.
Date: Sunday 5th April 2026
Address: Bournemouth Pavilion, Westover Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 2BU
Website: Bournemouth Pavilion
EDMONDSHAM VILLAGE EASTER TRAIL
Dates: Sunday 5th & Sunday 6th April 2026
Address: Edmondsham Village Hut, Edmondsham, Dorset, BH21 5RF
Facebook: Edmondsham Village Hut
LASERGUYS LASER TAG EASTER BUNNY TAG GAMES
Info: This Easter, gear up for an action packed adventure with our thrilling range of activities! Whether you want to battle it out with Easter Bunny in our laser tag arena, test your precision with archery or unleash your inner warrior with axe throwing, we’ve got something for everyone
Dates: Sunday 5th – Tuesday 21st April 2026
Address: Laserguys Laser Tag, Langton Long, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 9HT
Website: Laserguys Laser Tag
POUNDBURY EASTER EGG ROLLING & GAMES
Date: Monday 6th April 2026
Address: The Great Field, Peverell Avenue East, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3RH
Website: Pips Poundbury
LITTLE GIZMOS EVENT
Date: Monday 6th April 2026
Address: The Old Thatch, 285 Wimborne Road West, Ferndown, Dorset, BH21 7NW
Facebook: Little Gizmos Entertainment
CUMULUS EASTER ACTIVITY TRAIL
Info: Dive into a range of exciting on-site activities. This is an interactive Easter trail where you can explore the site freely to find Easter egg tokens at different activity stations which include high ropes with a Bunny leap of faith, aeroball, axes and rifles, tag archery, plus themed crafts.
Date: Monday 6th April 2025
Address: Cumulus Outdoors, Cobblers Lane, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2PX
Website: Cumulus Outdoors
LOLLIPOPS CAFÉ EASTER FUN
Date: Monday 6th April 2026
Address: Lollipops Café, 16 Landseer Road, Westbourne, Dorset, BH4 9EH
Website: Lollipops Café
BLANDFORD ANIMAL FARM EASTER FUN DAY
Date: Monday 6th April 2026
Address: Blandford Animal Farm, Higher Shaftesbury Road, Blandford, Dorset, DT11 7FD
Website: Blandford Animal Farm
BURTON BRADSTOCK DUCK RACE
Date: Monday 6th April 2026
Address: Village Playing Fields, Burton Bradstock, Dorset
KIDS FEST
Date: Monday 6th April 2026
Address: The Hamworthy Club, Magna Road, Canford Magna, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 3AP
Website: Bouncy Fun Play
MAYHEM OF MAD4ANIMALS
Date: Tuesday 7th April 2026
Address: Upton Country Park, Poole Road, Upton, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7BJ
Website: Upton Country Park
LITTLEDOWN CENTRE K-POP DISCO
Date: Tuesday 7th April 2026
Address: Littledown Centre, Chaseside, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 7DX
Website: Littledown Centre
ALICE IN WONDERLAND
Info: Hot Rock Productions is excited to be bringing to stage their fun-filled family pantomime Alice in Wonderland, featuring stunning scenery, colourful costumes, toe-tapping songs and bucket loads of laughter. Join Alice as she falls down the rabbit hole and finds herself in the most peculiar place she’s ever seen. She’ll need to have her wits about her as the evil, but hilarious, Queen of Hearts is after the secret recipe to create the best Jam Tarts for her tea party!
Date: Tuesday 7th April 2025
Address: The Tivoli Theatre, 19 West Borough, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1LT
Website: The Tivoli Theatre
TALES FROM ACORN WOOD
Info: Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved Tales from Acorn Wood stories are brought to life on stage for the first time in an enchanting lift-the-flap experience. Packed full of toe-tapping songs, puppetry, and all the friends from Acorn Wood, this beautiful show from the team that brought you Dear Zoo Live and Dear Santa promises to be the perfect treat for children of all ages.
Dates: Tuesday 7th & Wednesday 8th April 2026
Address: Lighthouse Poole, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1UG
Booking: Lighthouse Poole
THE HIDEOUT BUILD A BUNNY EVENT
Dates: Wednesday 8th April 2026
Address: The Hideout Soft Play, Canford Heath, Poole, Dorset, BH17 9DW
Facebook: The Hideout Soft Play
THE STREETLIGHT CENTRE EASTER SKATE JAM
Date: Wednesday 8th April 2026
Address: The Streetlight Centre, Stone Lane Industrial Estate, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1HB
Website: The Streetlight Centre
THE ALLENDALE FREE FILM CLUB
Date: Wednesday 8th April 2026
Address: The Allendale Centre, Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1AS
Website: The Allendale
UPWEY WISHING WELL PADDINGTON EASTER BRUNCH & EGG HUNT
Date: Wednesday 8th April 2026
Address: Upwey Wishing Well, 161 Church Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5QE
Website: Upwey Wishing Well
WOODPCKER CAFÉ EASTER PLAY DAY
Date: Wednesday 8th April 2026
Address: Woodpecker Café, Queen's Park Pavilion, Queens Park West Drive, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9BY
Facebook: Woodpecker Café
UPWEY WISHING WELL PETER RABBIT EASTER BRUNCH & EGG HUNT
Date: Thursday 9th April 2026
Address: Upwey Wishing Well, 161 Church Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5QE
Website: Upwey Wishing Well
TUCKTON TEA GARDENS CREAURE ENCOUNTERS
Date: Thursday 9th April 2026
Address: Tuckton Tea Gardens, 323 Belle Vue Road, Southbourne, Dorset, BH6 3BA
Website: Tuckton Tea Gardens
WAREHAM MUSEUM ARCHAEOLOGY ACTIVTY
Date: Thursday 9th April 2026
Address: Wareham Museum, Town Hall, East Street, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4NS
Facebook: Wareham Museum
WOODHOUSE GARDENS EASTER EGG HUNT TRAIL
Date: Thursday 9th April 2026
Address: Woodhouse Gardens, The Plocks, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7DN
Website: TicketSource Blandford Forum Town Council
THE ULTIMATE BUBBLE SHOW
Info: This show promises a whirlwind of excitement and surprises, as Ray uses various different gases to craft stunning bubble sculptures, effects, and magical displays. Prepare to be amazed as Ray creates a volcano bubble, a soap bubble carousel, a bubble ghost, and even a tornado inside a bubble!
Date: Thursday 9th April 2026
Address: The Mowlem, Shore Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1DD
Website: The Mowlem
THE SOOTY SHOW
Info: Expect wonderful wizardry, thrills and spills, and of course lots and lots laughs with Sooty, Sweep and Soo - but watch out for Sooty’s supercharged water pistol! A fabulous mix of audience participation music and mess. Guaranteed giggles for Sooty Fans old and new.
Date: Thursday 9th April 2026
Address: Weymouth Pavilion, Esplanade, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8ED
Website: Weymouth Pavilion
THE THREE LITTLE PIGS
Info: Join Poppy and Pat as they excitedly leave the family sty in search of new adventures! Will they make a pig’s ear out of it, or will they raise the roof? It’ll take brains, bravery and curly-tails to build bridges and forge friendships with each other and those they meet along the way. Get those trotters tapping and those snouts a-squealin’ with new catchy songs, dancing and plenty of audience participation for piglets of all ages.
Date: Thursday 9th April 2026
Address: Bridport Electric Palace, 35 South Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NY
Website: Bridport Electric Palace
BUBBLE FEST
Date: Thursday 9th & Friday 10th April 2026
Address: Ashdown Leisure Centre, Adastral Road, Poole, Dorset, BH17 8RE
Website: Bouncy Fun Play
JAY MILLERS CIRCUS
Info: A fantastic show that celebrates 40 years of live, Circus entertainment that’s suitable for all ages.
Dates: Thursday 9th April 2026 - Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Turnpike Showground, Motcombe Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 9PL
Website: Jay Millers Circus
ABC BOUNCY CASTLE PLANET
Info: A fun filled activity for the kids aged 1-12 years, with a selection of large inflatable assault courses, slides and plenty of fun bouncy castles.
Date: Friday 10th April 2026
Address: Ferndown Leisure Centre, Cherry Grove, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9EZ
Website: ABC Leisure Hire
CORNERSTONE PATCH EASTER HUNT
Date: Friday 10th April 2026
Address: Cornerstone Patch Community Garden, Blandford Close, Hamworthy, Poole, BH15 4BQ
Facebook: Cornerstone Patch Community Garden
MILLIE GOES WILD
Info: Learn all about the wildlife locally in Dorset and on site here at Holton Lee. Millie's College will also be joined by some external partners who will be on hand with information stands and offering practical activities and guided walks.
Date: Friday 10th April 2026
Address: Millie College, 74 East Holton, Holton Heath, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6JN
Website: Millie College
INDIAN FOOD FESTIVAL
Date: Saturday 11th April 2026
Address: St Marks Church Hall, Talbot Village, Wallisdown Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4HY
Facebook: Indo UK Shopping Hub
DEWFLOCK FARM LAMBING EXPERIENCE
Dates: Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th, Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th April 2026
Address: Dewflock Farm, Winterborne Monkton, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8NP
Website: Dewflock Farm
AFC BOURNEMOUTH WOMENS MATCH
Info: AFC Bournemouth Women face Real Bedford this April! It promises to be an exciting afternoon of FA Women’s National League action and the perfect way to round off the Easter break. Supporters can enjoy live music, a DJ, local food and drink, as well as kids’ games and activities, all hosted by a matchday presenter.
Date: Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Vitality Stadium, Dean Court, Kings Park, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 7AF
Website: AFC Bournemouth
THE LITTLE MERMAID – EASTER PANTOMIME
Date: Sunday 12th April 2026
Address: Weymouth Pavilion, Esplanade, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8ED
Website: Weymouth Pavilion
GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE LIVE!
Info: In this a-MEOW-zing musical show, Gabby unboxes a special acorn that needs the magical touch of a rainbow to grow. But when CatRat causes a colour cat-astrophe and breaks the rainbow, Gabby and the Gabby Cats must find the colours again to set things right. The exciting original story features incredible puppets, dynamic staging, a talented live show cast of singer-actor-puppeteers and songs from the beloved series, including “Hey Gabby”, “You Can’t Spell Meow Without Me” and “Sprinkle Party”.
Date: Thursday 16th April 2026
Address: Bournemouth International Centre, Exeter Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5BH
Website: Bournemouth International Centre
WORLD HERITAGE DAY FESTIVAL
Date: Saturday 18th April 2026
Address: Dorset Museum, High West Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1XA
Website: Dorset Museum
LONGTHORNS FARM SPRING CRAFT FAIR
Date: Saturday 18th April 2026
Address: Longthorns Farm, Longthorns, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6HH
Website: Longthorns Farm
MY FIRST BALLET: CINDERELLA
Info: Meet the nature-loving Cinderella, who lives on the edge of an enchanted forest where she once gardened and sang with her mother. After loss and silence settle over her home, she’s left with a sharp-tongued stepmother, two noisy stepsisters, and a house full of chores and shadows. With a narrator to help the young audience follow the story, and a shortened, recorded version of Prokofiev’s ravishing score, this is the perfect introduction to ballet, and a fantastic family day out.
Dates: Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th April 2026
Address: Lighthouse Poole, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1UG
Website: Lighthouse Poole
PEPPA PIG’S BIG FAMILY SHOW!
Info: Peppa Pig and friends are back in their brand new live stage show! With a new arrival on the way, the whole family are busy getting ready. With building and decorating work to be done, it’s an oinktastic makeover and Peppa Pig, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig and George all need your help to get everything ready before the arrival of baby Evie! There’s so much to do – will they get it all finished in time? Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show is packed full of music, adventure and surprises for little ones.
Dates: Tuesday 21st & Wednesday 22nd April 2026
Address: Bournemouth Pavilion, Westover Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 2BU
Website: Bournemouth Pavilion
MAD4ANIMALS SESSIONS AT SUNNYSIDE STUDIO
Info: This is a hands-on, up-close animal experience where you’ll have the chance to meet a fascinating range of creatures – from snakes and lizards, to spiders and more.
Date: Saturday 25th April 2026
Address: Sunnyside Studio, Unit 8, 15 Jubilee Close, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BS
Facebook: Sunnyside Studio
GULLIVERS FARM FAMILY FUN DAY
Date: Saturday 25th April 2026
Address: Gullivers Farm, Station Road, West Moors, Dorset, BH22 0JG
Website: Gullivers Farm
PEEABOO & BREW K-POP PARTY
Date: Saturday 25th April 2026
Address: PeekaBoo & Brew, 214a Macaulay Road, Broadstone, Poole, Dorset, BH18 8DX
Website: PeekaBoo & Brew
THE CLASSIC VEHICLE & STEAM ENGINE SHOW
Dates: Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th April 2026
Address: Neddy Green, Eddy Green Rd, Lytchett Matravers, Dorset, BH16 6HL
Website: Organford Classic Events
POOLE BABY EVENT
Date: Sunday 26th April 2026
Address: Gather, The Dolphin Centre, Poole, Dorset
Facebook: Samantha Prewett Photography
THE TANK MUSEUM TIGER DAY
Info: See a WWII tank display and explore The Tank Museum on a day dedicated to the world’s most infamous tank. Live tanks in action, expert lectures, Living History and much, much more!
Date: 28th April 2026
Address: The Tank Museum, Linsay Road, Bovington, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6JG
Website: The Tank Museum
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