Need ideas for things to do with the family in February?  You'll find lots of fun events and shows listed below.

 

SEA LIFE WEYMOUTH SEAHORSE HOTEL INTERACTIVE TRAIL

Dates: Wednesday 1st January – Sunday 16th February 2025
Address: SEA LIFE Adventure Park, Lodmoor Country Park, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7SX
Website: SEA LIFE Adventure Park

 

ILLUMINATE AT BLUE POOL

Dates: Thursday 9th January – Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: The Blue Pool, Furzebrook Road, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5AR
Website: The Blue Pool

  

RED HOUSE MUSEUM FAMILY FUN

Dates: Saturday 1st February – Sunday 2nd March 2025
Address: Red House Museum, Quay Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1BU
Website: Red House Museum

  

BUTTON & BOWS HANDMADE SALE

Date: Saturday 8th February 2025
Address: Upton Community Centre, Poole Road, Poole, Dorset, BH16 5JA
Facebook: Buttons & Bows Events

 

THE BADDIES

Date: Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th February 2025
Address: Lighthouse Poole, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1UG
Booking: Lighthouse Poole

 

THE WALLED GARDEN BUG TRAIL

Dates: Saturday 8th – Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: The Walled Garden, Station Road, Moreton, Dorset, DT2 8RH
Website: The Walled Garden

 

THE WIMBORNE WELLBEING FAYRE

Date: Sunday 9th February 2025
Address: The Allendale, Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1AS
Facebook: The Wimborne Wellbeing Fayre

 

OVER THE MOON VALENTINE’S EVENT

Date: Monday 10th February 2025
Address: Charlton Marshall Village Hall, Green Close, Charlton Marshall, Dorset, DT11 9PF
Facebook: Over the Moon Dorset

 

CINDERELLA

Dates: Wednesday 12th – Saturday 15th February 2025
Address: Stur Exchange, Old Market Hill, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1FH
Booking: Stur Exchange

 

DURLSTON COUNTRY PARK TREEMENDOUS TREE TRAIL & MORE

Info: Head to the Castle reception and purchase your activity trail booklet.  The trail will take you on a trip around the park to learn more about Durlston's treemendous trees and you might just win a prize!

Date: Wednesday 12th – Wednesday 26th February 2025
Address: Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL
Website: Durlston Country Park

 

LOLLIPOPS PLAY CAFÉ

Date: Thursday 13th February 2025
Address: Lollipops Play Café, 16 Landseer Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH4 9EH
Website: Lollipops Play Café

 

VALENTINE’S CRAFTS & FOODIE FUN

Date: Thursday 13th February 2025
Address: The Grasshopper, 139-141 Bournemouth Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 9HT
Facebook: The Bubba Hub

 

COMING TO ENGLAND

Info: Floella Benjamin’s award-winning and iconic book ‘Coming to England’ comes to life in this joyful stage adaptation with music, storytelling and song.  An inspirational story of hope, determination and triumph.  Suitable for children age 7+.

Dates: Thursday 13th – Saturday 15th February 2025
Address: Lighthouse Poole, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1UG
Booking: Lighthouse Poole

 

OVER THE MOON VALENTINE’S EVENT

Date: Friday 14th February 2025
Address: Branksome Community Centre, Recreation Road, Poole, Dorset, BH12 2EA
Facebook: Over the Moon Dorset

 

TALES FROM THE WOODS

Dates: Friday 14th – Sunday 16th February 2025
Address: Colehill Village Hall, Cannon Hill Road, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 2LR
Booking: Ticketsource Co.MaD

 

LOVE IS IN THE AIR FAMILY RAVE

Date: Saturday 15th February 2025
Address: The Park Community Centre, Chelmsford Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7HP
Facebook: Park Community Centre Weymouth

 

UPWEY WISHING WELL PEPPA PIG & TINKERBELL EVENT

Date: Saturday 15th February 2025
Address: Upwey Wishing Well, 161 Church Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5QE
Website: Upwey Wishing Well

 

LITTLE CLUBBERS

Date: Saturday 15th February 2025
Address: The Closet Bar, 38a Maiden Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8BA
Facebook: The Closet Weymouth

 

UPWEY WISHING WELL OCEAN BRUNCH WITH MOANA & ARIEL

Date: Saturday 15th & Saturday 22nd February 2025
Address: Upwey Wishing Well, 161 Church Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5QE
Website: Upwey Wishing Well

 

LYME REGIS MUSEUM

Dates: Saturday 15th – Saturday 22nd February 2025
Address: Lyme Regis Museum, Bridge Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3QA
Website: Lyme Regis Museum

 

MUSEUM OF EAST DORSET POKEMON TRAIL

Info: The Museum of East Dorset is bringing the magic of Pokémon to Wimborne.  Families can enjoy designing their very own Pokémon and take part in the Pokémon trail which is part of the of the I Grew Up 90’s exhibition.

Dates: Saturday 15th – Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: Museum of East Dorset, 23-29 High Street, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1HR
Website: Museum of East Dorset

 

NOTHE FORT WORLD WAR II WEEK

Dates: Saturday 15th – Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: Nothe Fort, Barrack Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8UF
Website: Nothe Fort

 

THE TANK MUSEUM CAMOFLAGE IN COMBAT

Info: This half term, The Tank Museum are exploring Camouflage in Combat.  Enjoy family activities investigating how tanks kept themselves hidden on the battlefield, from WWI to the present day.  From using leaves and branches to complicated paint patterns, find out about the crazy history of camouflage through interactive fun.

Dates: Saturday 15th – Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: The Tank Museum, Linsay Road, Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JG
Website: The Tank Museum

 

CORFE CASTLE HALF TERM FUN

Info: There is lots of fun to be had at Corfe Castle - Try the new family quest: The Conqueror's Castle, Climb to the Kings’ View like Medieval royalty* and bring or borrow a teddy to zoom along the zip-wire! *Additional cost applies.

Dates: Saturday 15th – Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: The Square, Corfe Castle, BH20 5EZ
Website: National Trust Corfe Trust

 

STUDLAND BAY NATURE DETECTIVES

Info: Visit and borrow a nature detective bags from the Knoll Beach office free of charge.  Bags contain binoculars, magnifying glasses, bug pots and activity sheets to help you on your nature detecting journey.  In addition, a small number of sensory bags are available to help those with additional needs.

Dates: Saturday 15th – Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: Knoll Beach, Studland, Dorset, BH19 3AH
Website: National Trust Studland Bay

 

UPTON COUNTRY PARK NATURE DETECTIVES

Info: Celebrate the nature that can be found in the Country Park during the winter season.  FREE activities are available to pick up from the Welcome Centre and this includes fun facts and ID spotter guides.

Dates: Saturday 15th – Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: Upton Country Park, Poole Road, Upton, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7BJ
Website: Upton Country Park

 

THORNCOMBE WOOD NATURE DISCOVERY TRAIL

Info: Use the maps available in the car park or visitor centre and follow the pink and blue trail around the reserve looking for wooden discs full of seasonal facts.

Dates: Saturday 15th – Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: Thorncombe Woods, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8QH
Facebook: Hardy’s Birthplace

 

REAL BREAD WEEK AT THE TOWN MILL

Dates: Saturday 15th – Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: The Town Mill, Mill Lane, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3PU
Website: The Town Mill

 

CAREYS SECRET GARDEN FILM & NATURE TRAIL

Date: Sunday 16th February 2025
Address: Careys Secret Garden, Garden Wood, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 7PG
Website: Purbeck Film

 

HIGHCLIFFE CASTLE BUGS AND BUTTERFLIES

Info: Indoor activities will run daily and on Tuesday and Thursday children can take part in bug and butterfly themed crafts.

Dates: Sunday 16th – Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: Highcliffe Castle, Rothesay Drive, Highcliffe, Dorset, BH23 4LE
Website: Highcliffe Castle

 

LOLLIPOPS PLAY CAFÉ WICKEDLY AFTERNOON TEA

Info: Wicked loving children can enjoy fun activities, photo opportunities, a sing-along and soft play fun plus Glinda will be sharing her magical sparkle.

Dates: Monday 17th February 2025
Address: Lollipops Play Café, 16 Landseer Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH4 9EH
Website: Lollipops Play Café

 

SAM O’SHANTY BY ANGEL HEART THEATRE & RATTLEBOX

Info: There’ll be stories of beguiling mermaids and batty sea witches, a boisterous retelling of the dastardly Blackbeard’s comeuppance, and tangled yarns of hidden booty and beasties of the deep.  This nautically comic show for all the family is crammed with facts, fantasy, and farce!

Date: Monday 17th February 2025
Address: Sixpenny Handley Village Hall, Common Road, Sixpenny Handley, Dorset, SP5 5NJ
Website: Artsreach

 

KINGSTON LACY HALF TERM PLANTING

Info: Join the team in the Kitchen Garden potting shed for free planting sessions.  Choose a sweet pea or sunflower seed to put in your eco pot and take home to start your very own kitchen garden.

Date: Monday 17th - Friday 21st February 2025
Address: Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 4EA
Website: National Trust Kingston Lacy

 

BOURNEMOUTH NATURAL SCIENCE SOCIETY OPEN DAYS

Date: Monday 17th & Tuesday 18th February 2025
Address: Bournemouth Natural Science Society, 39 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3NS
Website: Bournemouth Natural Science Society

 

BOUNCY FUN PLAY

Info: Get Up and Bounce will fill a hall with inflatables plus there’s children’s entertainment too!

Date: Monday 17th & Friday 21st February 2025
Address: The Bourne Academy, Kinson, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 5HS
Website: Bouncy Fun Play

 

RUSSELL-COTES MUSEUM

Info: During half term, explore the Purbeck exhibition and the seaside!  Take part in craft activities on selected days plus a House trail which runs daily.

Dates: Monday 17th – Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, East Cliff Promenade, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3AA
Website: Russell-Cotes

 

THE B.E.N SHOW

Date: Tuesday 18th February 2025
Address: Hamworthy Liberal Club Hall, Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset, BH21 2LR
Website: The BEN Group

 

SAM O’SHANTY BY ANGEL HEART THEATRE & RATTLEBOX

Info: There’ll be stories of beguiling mermaids and batty sea witches, a boisterous retelling of the dastardly Blackbeard’s comeuppance, and tangled yarns of hidden booty and beasties of the deep.  This nautically comic show for all the family is crammed with facts, fantasy, and farce!

Date: Tuesday 18th February 2025
Address: Litton Cheney Community Hall, School House Lane, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9AU
Website: Artsreach

 

MARLOWE’S MINI MAKERS AT JASPER’S GELATO

Date: Tuesday 18th February 2025
Address: Jasper’s, Oakleigh Court, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4HZ
Facebook: Jasper’s

 

LOLLIPOPS PLAY CAFÉ AFTERNOON TEA WITH PADDINGTON

Info: Join the team for an afternoon with Paddington Bear.  There will be opportunities to meet for photos, dance and play in the soft play!

Dates: Tuesday 18th February 2025
Address: Lollipops Play Café, 16 Landseer Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH4 9EH
Website: Lollipops Play Café

 

TYLER’S FRIENDS VALENTINE’S DISCO

Date: Tuesday 18th February 2025
Address: Hamworthy Liberal Club, 243 Blandford Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 4AZ
Facebook: Tyler’s Friends

 

 

 

CRAFTY FOOLS: ADVENTURE 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 and tackles some of the trickiest questions in the history of humanity.  Expect skills, silliness and the studious application of logic as you embark upon ‘Adventures in Science!’

Date: Tuesday 18th February 2025
Address: Lighthouse Poole, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1UG
Booking: Lighthouse Poole

 

SQUASHBOX THEATRE: WONDERFUL WORLD

Info: Can you fit the entire world into just one show? Well, if anybody can, Squashbox can! Join intrepid explorer Craig on a breathless race across the planet as he attempts to decipher the clues left by his globe-trotting Great Aunt Gladys; clues that could finally explain her mysterious disappearance!

Date: Tuesday 18th February 2025
Address: The Mowlem, Shore Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1DD
Website: Artsreach

 

BOUNCY FUN PLAY

Info: Get Up and Bounce will fill a hall with inflatables plus there’s children’s entertainment from Little Gizmos.

Date: Tuesday 18th February 2025
Address: Ashdown Leisure Centre, Adastral Road, Poole, Dorset, BH17 8RE
Website: Bouncy Fun Play

 

LITTLE BRICK CLUB WORKSHOP

Date: Tuesday 18th February 2025
Address: The Hub on the Heath, Canford Heath, Poole, Dorset, BH17 8SA
Facebook: Little Brick Club

 

THE WALLED GARDEN BUG & EXOTIC ANIMAL EXPERIENCE

Dates: Tuesday 18th & Thursday 20th February 2025
Address: The Walled Garden, Station Road, Moreton, Dorset, DT2 8RH
Website: The Walled Garden

 

DORSET MUSEUM GLADIATORS OF BRITAIN

Info: Step into the world of ancient Rome with drop-in activities.  The Gladiator Trail will also be available every day during half term and beyond.

Date: Tuesday 18th & Thursday 20th February 2025
Address: Dorset Museum, High West Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1XA
Website: Dorset Museum

 

BOTTLE HOUSE WORKSHOPS

Date: Tuesday 18th – Thursday 20th February 2025
Address: Bottle House Crafts Studio, Stalbridge, Dorset
Website: Bottle House Crafts

 

SOUTHERN AQUATICS ANIMAL HANDLING

Date: Tuesday 18th & Friday 21st February 2025
Address: Southern Aquatics, Northmead Drive, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7XZ
Facebook: Southern Aquatics

 

UPTON COUNTRY PARK WINTER WILDLIFE DAY

Info: Head to the Wildlife Day HQ in Upton House for a FREE drop-in event.  Meet the teams and get involved with activities like guided walks, talks and pond dipping.

Dates: Wednesday 19th February 2025
Address: Upton Country Park, Poole Road, Upton, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7BJ
Website: Upton Country Park

 

SQUASHBOX THEATRE: WONDERFUL WORLD

Info: Can you fit the entire world into just one show? Well, if anybody can, Squashbox can! Join intrepid explorer Craig on a breathless race across the planet as he attempts to decipher the clues left by his globe-trotting Great Aunt Gladys; clues that could finally explain her mysterious disappearance!

Dates: Wednesday 19th February 2025
Address: Comrades Hall, High Street, Broadwindsor, Dorset, DT8 3QP
Website: Artsreach

 

SAM O’SHANTY BY ANGEL HEART THEATRE & RATTLEBOX

Info: There’ll be stories of beguiling mermaids and batty sea witches, a boisterous retelling of the dastardly Blackbeard’s comeuppance, and tangled yarns of hidden booty and beasties of the deep.  This nautically comic show for all the family is crammed with facts, fantasy, and farce!

Date: Wednesday 19th February 2025
Address: The Exchange, Old Market Hill, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1FH
Website: Artsreach

 

COOK STARS WORKSHOP

Date: Wednesday 19th February 2025
Address: Scout Hut, Milton on Stour, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5QD
Website: Cook Stars

 

ROLLERBOYS

Info: Experience the electrifying fusion of music, skating, and extreme stunts with The Rollerboys.  Watch sparks fly off their wheels with the all singing, all dancing, roller skating phenomenon!

Date: Wednesday 19th February 2025
Address: Lighthouse Poole, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1UG
Booking: Lighthouse Poole

 

LOLLIPOPS PLAY CAFÉ MUSICAL AFTERNOON WITH SEA HEROES

Info: Enjoy an enchanting afternoon with Princess Ariel and Moana.  Children will love the Disney songs, interactive games, dances, singalongs, soft play, meet and greets, photo opportunities and afternoon tea.

Date: Wednesday 19th February 2025
Address: Lollipops Play Café, 16 Landseer Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH4 9EH
Website: Lollipops Play Café

 

BOUNCY FUN PLAY

Info: Get Up and Bounce will fill a hall with inflatables plus there’s children’s entertainment from The Lovely Bubbly Show too!

Date: Wednesday 19th February 2025
Address: Rossmore Leisure Centre, Poole, Dorset, BH12 4HR
Website: Bouncy Fun Play

 

LEMUR LANDINGS PHASER NIGHT

Date: Wednesday 19th February 2025
Address: Lemur Landings, Tower Park, Yarrow Road, Poole, Dorset, BH12 4NY
Website: Lemur Landings

 

PARTY PEEPS INTERACTIVE FAMILY RAVE

Date: Wednesday 19th February 2025
Address: Bournemouth Pier, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5AA
Website: Party Peeps

 

LITTLE GIZMOS FREE FAMILY FUN

Date: Wednesday 19th February 2025
Address: Colin’s Nest, 25 Birds Hill Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2QJ
Facebook: Little Gizmos Entertainment

 

SEAL'S COVE CHARACTER DAYS

Dates: Wednesday 19th & Saturday 22nd February 2025
Address: Seal’s Cove, Shoe Lane, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3EX
Website: Seal’s Cove

 

DING DONG BELL

Dates: Wednesday 19th – Saturday 22nd February 2025
Address: Preston Village Hall, Preston Road, Preston, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6BH
Booking: Preston Pantomime

 

CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

Dates: Wednesday 19th – Saturday 22nd February 2025
Address: The Ringwood Waldorf School, Folly Farm Lane, Ashley, Ringwood, BH24 2NN
Booking: Poulner Players

 

THE LOVELY BUBBLY SHOW

Date: Thursday 20th February 2025
Address: The Factory Space, 1172-1180 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 6DY
Website: The Factory Space

 

VALENTINE’S MAKES AND BAKES

Info: Join the fantastic duo, Sarah from Biscuits by Sarah B and Lexy from Made By Me Craft Parties for biscuit and crafty fun with a Valentine’s Day theme.

Date: Thursday 20th February 2025
Address: The Hub on the Heath, 10, Adastral Square, Canford Heath, Poole, Dorset, BH17 8SA
Website: Made by Me Parties

 

JURASSIC EARTH: LIVE DINOSAUR SHOW

Info: Meet the bravest of rangers as they take you on a journey through Jurassic Earth, introducing their herd of the most incredible Dinosaur species to have ever lived!  Featuring roaming, state-of-the-art animatronic life-like Dinosaurs in an interactive and exciting story-telling show, Jurassic Earth is a unique, immersive experience for all audiences.

Date: Thursday 20th February 2025
Address: Weymouth Pavilion, Esplanade, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8ED
Booking: Weymouth Pavilion

AVAST BEHIND

Dates: Thursday 20th – Saturday 22nd February 2025
Address: Burton Bradstock Village Hall, Church Street, Burton Bradstock, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4QS

 

SHREK THE MUSICAL

Dates: Thursday 20th – Saturday 22nd February 2025
Address: Bournemouth Pavilion, Westover Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 2BU
Booking: Bournemouth Pavilion

 

BABES IN THE WOODS

Dates: Thursday 20th – Saturday 22nd February 2025
Address: Woodlands Village Hall, Verwood Rd, Woodlands, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 8LJ
Booking: Ticketsource Join the Company

 

BOUNCY CASTLE PLANET

Info: Let the children burn off that excess energy while they enjoy multiple inflatables, slides and bouncy castles for the duration of their session time.

Date: Friday 21st February 2025
Address: Ferndown Leisure Centre, Cherry Grove, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9EZ
Website: ABC Leisure Hire

 

CRAFT & FUN WITH THE SNOW QUEEN

Date: Friday 21st February 2025
Address: The Crafty Cuppa, 46 High Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1HU
Facebook: Wish Upon a Starre

 

SUPERNOVA KIDS FREE FAMILY EVENT

Date: Friday 21st February 2025
Address: St Marks Church Hall, Wallisdown Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4HY
Website: Supernova Kids

  

PRINCESS LIVE!

Info: The Princesses, Snow White, Belle, Cinderella, Rapunzel and Elsa, are tired of their royal duties, so they decided to come together and make the ultimate pop girl group.  Cinderella’s fairy godmother has given her a magic wand so she can give the other princesses a new look and style.  With pop and musical theatre songs that will get the whole family singing and dancing along.

Date: Saturday 22nd February 2025
Address: Lighthouse Poole, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1UG
Booking: Lighthouse Poole

 

POP-UP MAKERS MARKET

Date: Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: Stur Exchange, The Exchange, Old Market Hill, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1FH
Website: Stur Exchange

 

HAMWORTHY CRAFT FAIR

Date: Sunday 23rd February 2025
Address: Hamworthy Liberal Club, 243 Blandford Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 4AZ
Facebook: Hamworthy Liberal Club

 

LEMUR LANDINGS GLOW PARTY

Date: Friday 28th February 2025
Address: Lemur Landings, Tower Park, Yarrow Road, Poole, Dorset, BH12 4NY
Website: Lemur Landings

 

CATCH OF THE DAY SHOW

Date: Friday 28th February – Sunday 2nd March 2025
Address: The Factory Space, 1172-1180 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 6DY
Website: The Factory Space

 

Please always check an event is running before travelling as cancellations can occur. If you know of any more family friendly events in February then please do Contact Us.

 

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