Events and things to do in Poole - 2015
PUBLISHED: 10:39 09 March 2015 | UPDATED: 10:39 09 March 2015
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Poole’s Wave 105 Summertime in the South Events Programme 2015 - Further information on these events and other local events can be found at: www.pooletourism.com
MARCH – MAY
Poole Speedway - most Wednesdays from March to October
Poole Stadium
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Dream Machines - every Tuesday in April & May
Poole Quay from 6pm
The biggest and best weekly Motorcycle event in the UK, with up to 2000 bikes attending.
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Poole Harbour Boat Show - 9–10 May
Poole Quay
Free event with tall ships and family events.
www.pooletourism.com/events/calendar/ref:E54AFB4419F487
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Rainbow Run - 10 May
Baiter Park
3k fun run perfect for all the family where participants are covered in powdered paint as they run along the 3km route.
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Mini Steam on the Quay - 16 May
Poole Quay
Celebrate the sights, sounds and smells of the age of steam when mini traction engines come to Poole Quay for a great day out.
www.pooletourism.com/events/calendar/ref:N54AFC22035182
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Poole Youth Carnival - 17 May
Harbourside Park
Poole’s first Youth Carnival with floats, marching bands and batons galore!
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JUNE
Dream Machines - Every Tuesday
Poole Quay
The biggest and best weekly Motorcycle event in the UK, with up to 2000 bikes attending.
www.pooletourism.com/go.php?structureID=pages&ref=N52E28222A8C9E
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Poole Town Race - Orienteering - 6 June
For a spot of urban orienteering join enthusiasts from Wessex Orienteering Club in a race against the clock around Poole. Suitable for any age, walk, run or jog at your own pace.
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Poole Festival of Running - 7 June
Poole Park, Poole Festival of Running
Mix of 5k, 10k and children’s minithons.
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Paye Day - 20 June
Poole Quay
A day of free pirate fun on Poole Quay. Activities include a fisherman’s regatta, live music, pirate procession and rowing races.
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Folk on the Quay - 27 – 28 June
Poole Quay
Free family folk festival featuring the best folk on the music scene and fun activities throughout the day.
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JULY
Dream Machines - Every Tuesday
Poole Quay
The biggest and best weekly Motorcycle event in the UK, with up to 2000 bikes attending.
www.pooletourism.com/go.php?structureID=pages&ref=N52E28222A8C9E
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Rockley Park Quay for my Car - Every Friday
Poole Quay
Unique themed car evenings. A different Marque on display every week.
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5 Quays Walk - 5 July
Rotary Club walk around Quayside and Town Centre.
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Sandbanks Beach Volleyball Festival - 5-6 July
Sandbanks Beach, Poole
See top athletes compete in the best UK’s best beach.
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British Beach Polo Championships - 10–11 July
Sandbanks Beach
Returning to Britain’s premier beach location, the event features top international players, celebrities and polo supporters with free viewing area for members of the public.
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Grooves on the Green - 11–12 July
Ashley Cross, Poole
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Poole Vintage Day - 19 July
Poole Quay
Enjoy a day of vintage music, clothes and curiosities.
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Summer Breeze on the Quay with Fireworks - 23 & 30 July
Poole Quay
Live music, street entertainment, family activities and a fireworks finale at 10pm.
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Brownsea Island Open Air Theatre – The Tempest - 22 July–7 August (Mon, Weds, Fri)
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AUGUST
Dream Machines - Every Tuesday
Poole Quay
The biggest and best weekly Motorcycle event in the UK, with up to 2000 bikes attending.
www.pooletourism.com/go.php?structureID=pages&ref=N52E28222A8C9E
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Summer Breeze on the Quay with Fireworks - Every Thursday
Poole Quay
Live music, street entertainment, family activities and a fireworks finale at 10pm.
www.pooletourism.com/go.php?structureID=pages&ref=I483EBDEDB0560
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Rockley Park Quay for my Car - Every Friday
Poole Quay
Unique themed car evenings. A different Marque on display every week.
www.pooletourism.com/go.php?structureID=pages&ref=I483EBC03077E4
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Poole Town & County Show - 1-2 August
Upton Country Park
See birds of prey, working dogs with the Purbeck Gun Dogs, Kondini the Human Toolbox, Terrier Racing, The Goat Show, Newfoundland Dogs, as well as arts, crafts, gifts and food marquees. Sunday includes the Companion Dog Show.
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Poole Carnival - 2 August
Ashley Road
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Poole Cycle Speedway - 2 August
Harbourside Park
www.pooletourism.com/events/calendar/ref:E54B6541E5EB93
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Party in the Park - 29-30 August
Ashley Cross, Poole
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SEPTEMBER
Dream Machines - Every Tuesday
Poole Quay
The biggest and best weekly Motorcycle event in the UK, with up to 2000 bikes attending.
www.pooletourism.com/go.php?structureID=pages&ref=N52E28222A8C9E
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Poole Thai Festival - 5 – 6 September
Harbourside Park
See Poole transformed into a cultural event to delight the senses. Sample Thai cuisine and the best in Thai music and dance overlooking the harbour.
www.pooletourism.com/events/calendar/ref:N54EEF16E0209A
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NOVEMBER
Free Fireworks display - 5 November
Poole Quay
www.pooletourism.com/events/calendar/ref:N54EEF71894491
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CHRISTMAS EVENTS
Visit: www.pooletourism.com for details
