Events in Poole From 30th March – 5th April 2026

You can find plenty to do in Poole this week, with events that span hands-on workshops, seasonal surprises, and cultural experiences rooted in local tradition. This week at Poole Quay, a craft session on Friday 31 March offers an introduction to deer butchery, a rare insight into the town’s historical reliance on game meat supply chains, followed by themed bath bomb making inspired by coastal flora such as sea lavender and saltwort. These sessions reflect broader community interest in sustainable practices and artisanal skill development.

Further along the quayside, visitors can explore interactive displays at the Fleet Air Arm Museum, which have been updated for Easter with aviation-themed activities including model aircraft assembly and flight simulation games based on wartime operations from nearby RAF Hurn. The museum’s outdoor area features a restored 1940s radar station reconstruction.

As evening approaches across Poole Quay and surrounding areas, particularly near the ferry terminal, the atmosphere shifts: music events feature live R&B sets at The Pines, hip hop performances in the marina bar space, and electronic dance nights curated by local collectives. DJ mixes have included comparisons between 1980s synth-pop and early digital hardcore tracks from 2004 to 2006.

Evening gatherings often draw large crowds; access to Brownsea Island remains restricted via scheduled ferry services only, which affects footfall on weekends but supports environmental planning for island conservation. Traffic congestion at Poole Ferry Port during bridge lifts continues to impact public transport timing between Sandbanks and central areas.

Check out what's on in Poole this week, your next great local experience awaits below.