Fetes Fairs Festivals and Fundraisers

Christmas Garden of Delights
05/12/2025 @ 10:00 - 16:00 at Springhead, Fontmell Magna
 
The Christmas Garden of Delights takes place in Springhead’s 18th Century Mill building; visitors will also be able to explore the lake-side gardens if they wish (weather permitting).
 
The Ark's Annual Christmas Bingo
05/12/2025 @ 19:00 at Village Hall, Child Okeford
 
There are lots of festive treats and prizes to be won in this annual Christmas Bingo in aid of The Ark Nursery. There will also be a raffle and refreshments.
 
Christmas Festival at St Nicholas Church
06/12/2025 @ 09:00 - 17:00 at St. Nicholas' Church, Child Okeford
 
Celebrate the community of Child Okeford in twinkly lights. If you'd like to reserve a spot contact the organiser. All are welcome. NOTE: Times are approximate.
 
Christmas Garden of Delights
06/12/2025 @ 10:00 - 16:00 at Springhead, Fontmell Magna
 
The Christmas Garden of Delights takes place in Springhead’s 18th Century Mill building; visitors will also be able to explore the lake-side gardens if they wish (weather permitting).
 
Christmas Garden of Delights
07/12/2025 @ 10:00 - 16:00 at Springhead, Fontmell Magna
 
The Christmas Garden of Delights takes place in Springhead’s 18th Century Mill building; visitors will also be able to explore the lake-side gardens if they wish (weather permitting).
 
Snowdrops at Springhead
11/02/2026 @ 10:00 - 16:00 at Springhead, Fontmell Magna
 
To coincide with Shaftesbury’s celebration of all things Galanthus, Springhead’s beautiful lakeside gardens will be open to the public from 10am to 4pm.
 
Snowdrops at Springhead
12/02/2026 @ 10:00 - 16:00 at Springhead, Fontmell Magna
 
To coincide with Shaftesbury’s celebration of all things Galanthus, Springhead’s beautiful lakeside gardens will be open to the public from 10am to 4pm.
 
Snowdrops at Springhead
13/02/2026 @ 10:00 - 16:00 at Springhead, Fontmell Magna
 
To coincide with Shaftesbury’s celebration of all things Galanthus, Springhead’s beautiful lakeside gardens will be open to the public from 10am to 4pm.
 
Snowdrops at Springhead
14/02/2026 @ 10:00 - 16:00 at Springhead, Fontmell Magna
 
To coincide with Shaftesbury’s celebration of all things Galanthus, Springhead’s beautiful lakeside gardens will be open to the public from 10am to 4pm.
 
Snowdrops at Springhead
15/02/2026 @ 10:00 - 16:00 at Springhead, Fontmell Magna
 
To coincide with Shaftesbury’s celebration of all things Galanthus, Springhead’s beautiful lakeside gardens will be open to the public from 10am to 4pm.
 
Snowdrops at Springhead
21/02/2026 @ 10:00 - 16:00 at Springhead, Fontmell Magna
 
To coincide with Shaftesbury’s celebration of all things Galanthus, Springhead’s beautiful lakeside gardens will be open to the public from 10am to 4pm.
 
Three Okefords Preservation Society
16/05/2026 @ 10:00 at TOPS Showground, Shillingstone
 
Join us for an unforgettable day out with steam, agricultural machines, tractor pulling and much more. 
 
Three Okefords Preservation Society
17/05/2026 @ 10:00 at TOPS Showground, Shillingstone
 
Join us for an unforgettable day out with steam, agricultural machines, tractor pulling and much more. 
 
Cursus Festival
22/05/2026 @ 14:00 - 21:00 at Myncen Farm, Minchington
 
A 3 day family-friendly festival bringing together good people, great music and delicious food and cider. Cursus prides itself on being a fun, inclusive and grassroots event - a place to chill and make new friends and great memories.
 
Cursus Festival
23/05/2026 @ 10:00 - 21:00 at Myncen Farm, Minchington
 
A 3 day family-friendly festival bringing together good people, great music and delicious food and cider. Cursus prides itself on being a fun, inclusive and grassroots event - a place to chill and make new friends and great memories.
 
Cursus Festival
24/05/2026 @ 10:00 - 21:00 at Myncen Farm, Minchington
 
A 3 day family-friendly festival bringing together good people, great music and delicious food and cider. Cursus prides itself on being a fun, inclusive and grassroots event - a place to chill and make new friends and great memories.
 
Dorset Tractor Fest
05/06/2026 @ All Day at Turnpike Showground, Shaftesbury
 
A weekend of fun in the country
 
Dorset Tractor Fest
06/06/2026 @ All Day at Turnpike Showground, Shaftesbury
 
A weekend of fun in the country
 
Dorset Tractor Fest
07/06/2026 @ All Day at Turnpike Showground, Shaftesbury
 
A weekend of fun in the country
 
Dorset Bikefest
19/06/2026 @ All Day at Wareham, Wooders Campsite
 
Dorset Bike Festival is a family friendly festival for bikers in the South of England (and anywhere) to enjoy the Biking community together. We are dedicated to raising funds for the Docbike charity while providing an exciting line-up of activities, including ride-outs (and ride-ins), demonstrations, educational talks and workshops, live music, amazing stands from the biggest - and smallest - of Bike dealers and Biker traders, delicious food and drink offerings, and family-friendly camping and glamping options so you don't necessarily need to bring much more than your family - and your bike!
 
Dorset Bikefest
20/06/2026 @ All Day at Wareham, Wooders Campsite
 
Dorset Bike Festival is a family friendly festival for bikers in the South of England (and anywhere) to enjoy the Biking community together. We are dedicated to raising funds for the Docbike charity while providing an exciting line-up of activities, including ride-outs (and ride-ins), demonstrations, educational talks and workshops, live music, amazing stands from the biggest - and smallest - of Bike dealers and Biker traders, delicious food and drink offerings, and family-friendly camping and glamping options so you don't necessarily need to bring much more than your family - and your bike!
 
Dorset Bikefest
21/06/2026 @ All Day at Wareham, Wooders Campsite
 
Dorset Bike Festival is a family friendly festival for bikers in the South of England (and anywhere) to enjoy the Biking community together. We are dedicated to raising funds for the Docbike charity while providing an exciting line-up of activities, including ride-outs (and ride-ins), demonstrations, educational talks and workshops, live music, amazing stands from the biggest - and smallest - of Bike dealers and Biker traders, delicious food and drink offerings, and family-friendly camping and glamping options so you don't necessarily need to bring much more than your family - and your bike!
 
Chalke History Festival
22/06/2026 @ All Day at Church Bottom, Broadchalke
 
An extraordinary celebration of our past! Since 2011, we've evolved into the UK's leading history festival, attracting hundreds of thousands of history enthusiasts, including tens of thousands of school children.
 
Chalke History Festival
23/06/2026 @ All Day at Church Bottom, Broadchalke
 
An extraordinary celebration of our past! Since 2011, we've evolved into the UK's leading history festival, attracting hundreds of thousands of history enthusiasts, including tens of thousands of school children.
 
Chalke History Festival
24/06/2026 @ All Day at Church Bottom, Broadchalke
 
An extraordinary celebration of our past! Since 2011, we've evolved into the UK's leading history festival, attracting hundreds of thousands of history enthusiasts, including tens of thousands of school children.
 
Chalke History Festival
25/06/2026 @ All Day at Church Bottom, Broadchalke
 
An extraordinary celebration of our past! Since 2011, we've evolved into the UK's leading history festival, attracting hundreds of thousands of history enthusiasts, including tens of thousands of school children.
 
Chalke History Festival
26/06/2026 @ All Day at Church Bottom, Broadchalke
 
An extraordinary celebration of our past! Since 2011, we've evolved into the UK's leading history festival, attracting hundreds of thousands of history enthusiasts, including tens of thousands of school children.
 
Chalke History Festival
27/06/2026 @ All Day at Church Bottom, Broadchalke
 
An extraordinary celebration of our past! Since 2011, we've evolved into the UK's leading history festival, attracting hundreds of thousands of history enthusiasts, including tens of thousands of school children.
 
Chalke History Festival
28/06/2026 @ All Day at Church Bottom, Broadchalke
 
An extraordinary celebration of our past! Since 2011, we've evolved into the UK's leading history festival, attracting hundreds of thousands of history enthusiasts, including tens of thousands of school children.