Events in Poole From 13th April – 19th April 2026

You can find a variety of events in Poole this week, from live music and cultural performances to family-friendly activities that reflect local creativity and wider UK arts programming. The town's coastal setting influences its calendar , outdoor installations near Sandbanks Beach during spring weekends, seasonal water sports on the Jurassic Coast, and evening gatherings along Poole Quay when ferry services operate in reverse for special events. At Lighthouse, audiences can see nationally broadcast theatre productions that travel from London to local stages; this week features a performance blending spoken word with live percussion curated by an artist collective based in Weymouth. New formats appear across the town: children’s dance workshops at Poole Library on Wednesday mornings invite under-eights into movement and rhythm through simple choreography inspired by maritime themes. For adults, music programming leans toward alternative indie bands playing after dark , some with no cover charge, others in private spaces just outside the city accessible via scheduled ferry access.

These events take place across multiple venues including the Poole Arts Centre (on South Quay), where free-entry exhibitions run daily until 6pm. A conversation series titled “Sound & Story” runs at Lighthouse on Thursday evenings , featuring writers and sound artists discussing how narrative evolves through audio recording techniques in real time, recorded live for later broadcast.

There are also special moments tailored to younger audiences: early ballet experiences designed just for little ones who want to dance and dream. If you’re looking for a night out beyond standard entertainment options, there’s music with an alternative edge , including DJs mixing tracks from the 1980s alongside local acts at venues on Ferry Road.

This week includes limited-capacity social evenings in central Poole where attendees are invited only through email registration to reduce congestion during high-traffic times.

Check listings below for specific dates, venue addresses and access details such as shuttle bus routes or ferry timetables from the Quay.