Events in Poole From 20th April – 26th April 2026

You can find a lively mix of events in Poole this week spanning culture, social gatherings, and entertainment, offering distinct experiences across different parts of town. On Monday evening, Lighthouse hosts an immersive performance series rooted in maritime storytelling traditions tied to Poole’s history as a fishing port and seafaring hub. These performances use projected visuals and spatial audio to recreate conditions aboard 18th-century trading vessels now preserved in the harbour museum collection. Across the quay, themed club nights take place at Retrocave, where late-night gaming sessions attract participants from nearby areas like Canford Cliffs and Purbeck Estate. Attendees connect over retro consoles, board games, and digital art projects curated by a local creative collective.

On Wednesday night, Poole Community Centre opens its doors for an evening of mediumship demonstrations followed by open storytelling circles. The event is led by members of the Dorset Spiritual Society, whose roots trace to early 20th-century gatherings in Bridport. Sessions include reflections on coastal folklore and personal narratives tied to maritime loss or survival at sea.

Families can join casual meetups at Poole Town Centre market, held every Saturday under temporary shelters along Quay Street, and interact with local artisans offering free-entry craft tables for children, while adults discuss shared concerns about public transport delays during bridge lifts. The atmosphere remains relaxed but socially active across spaces from Sandbanks Park to the harbourfront near the ferry terminal.

All events take place between Monday 20 April and Sunday 26 April, times listed below according to venue locations including Lighthouse Theatre (Quay Street), Retrocave (Ferndown Lane), Poole Community Centre (Lansdowne Road), and Sandbanks Park.