Need ideas for things to do with the family in June? You'll find lots of fun events and shows listed below.

 

ABBOTSBURY SWANNERY BRAMLEY HEDGE STORY TRAIL

Info: The trail takes visitors around the Swannery grounds, to discover more about the swans and the adventurous mice. Designed for families to enjoy, the trail includes interactive activities, stamp points and questions to answer, all alongside the swans and discovering more about the unique Swannery.

Dates: Saturday 14th March – Saturday 31st October 2026
Address: Abbotsbury Swannery, New Barn Road, Abbotsbury, Dorset, DT3 4JG
Website: Abbotsbury Swannery

 

THORNCOMBE WOODS LEAF TRAIL

Info: Follow the Thorncombe Loop to discover hand-painted discs scattered around the reserve, highlighting the variety of leaves found on the Thorncombe trees. Free pocket maps are available in the car park or visitor centre, to help navigate you around the trail.

Dates: Friday 22nd May – Sunday 28th June 2026
Address: Thorncombe Woods Visitor Centre, Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8QH
Facebook: Hardy’s Birthplace

   

KINGSTON LACY POKEMON TCG MEGA EVOLUTION TRAIL

Info: Get active outdoors on the Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the woodlands for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers and complete your own challenges.

Dates: Saturday 23rd May – Sunday 6th September 2026
Address: Kingston Lacy, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 4EA
Website: National Trust Kingston Lacy

 

CORFE CASTLE INTERACTIVE QUEST

Info: Get ready for a fun adventure at Corfe Castle based on The New Famous Five by Chris Smith, inspired by Enid Blyton. The interactive quest invites families to explore the castle like true detectives. Solve clues, crack puzzles and uncover hidden secrets as you explore the ruins. During half term, families can also plant your own nasturtium seeds in an eco pot and join the Keeper of the Castle on a lively, interactive storytelling tour that brings the past to life.

Dates: Saturday 23rd May – Sunday 6th September 2026
Address: Corfe Castle, The Square, Corfe Castle, Dorset, BH20 5EZ
Website: Corfe Castle

  

HALF PRICE DAY TICKET OFFER AT SANDWORLD

Date: Monday 8th – Tuesday 30th June 2026
Address: Sandworld, Preston Beach Road, Lodmoor Country Park, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7SX
Website: Sandworld

  

THE PALM HOUSE JUNGLE WEEK

Dates: Tuesday 23rd – Sunday 28th June 2026
Address: The Palm House, Swannery Lake, Commercial Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TZ
Facebook: The Palm House

 

SHREK THE MUSICAL

Dates: Thursday 25th – Saturday 27th June 2026
Address: The Tivoli Theatre, 19 West Borough, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1LT
Website: The Tivoli Theatre

 

DORSETFEST

Info: The 2 day event offers a fabulous range of music, entertainment and food. It is run and organised by volunteers with all money going to local charities.

Dates: Friday 26th & Saturday 27th June 2026
Address: Warren Farm, Bulbarrow, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0HQ
Website: DorsetFest

 

ROADS TO RAIL STEAM RALLY

Info: Roads to Rail brings together historic vehicles, heritage trains and family-friendly entertainment, offering something for enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. Highlights include A stunning display of full-size and miniature steam engines, tractors, stationary engines and commercial vehicles, classic cars, motorcycles and military vehicles, train rides on the Swanage Railway, traditional funfair, food stalls and a real ale bar, live music, and family activities.

Dates: Friday 26th - Sunday 28th June 2026
Address: Norden Station Event Field, Corfe Castle, Dorset, BH20 5DW
Website: Swanage Railway

 

MOORS VALLEY TRACTOR DAY

Info: There’s lots of tractors, demonstrations, trailer rides, and activities for you to have the best day out.

Date: Saturday 27th June 2026
Address: Moors Valley Country Park, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, BH24 2ET
Website: Moors Valley Country Park

 

SPETISBURY CHURCH & VILLAGE FETE

Date: Saturday 27th June 2026
Address: Spetisbury Manor, Spetisbury, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 9EB

 

CHILD OKEFORD HEY DAY

Date: Saturday 27th June 2026
Address: Child Okeford Recreation Field, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8EL

 

HANDMADE CRAFT FAIR

Date: Saturday 27th June 2026
Address: Southill Community Centre, 137 Radipole Lane, Southill, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9SS

 

SHERBORNE SUMMER FESTIVAL

Date: Saturday 27th June 2026
Address: Pageant Gardens, Station Road, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3LP
Facebook: Sherborne Summer Festival

 

MOTCOMBE MUSIC FESTIVAL

Date: Saturday 27th June 2026
Address: Motcombe Memorial Hall, Shaftesbury, Dorset,SP7 9PE
Website: Motcombe Hall

 

BURLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL SUMMER FETE

Date: Saturday 27th June 2026
Address: Burley Primary School, Church Lane, Burley, BH24 4AP

 

PICNIC IN THE PARK

Date: Saturday 27th June 2026
Address: Upton Recreation Ground, Sea View Road, Upton, BH16 5NF
Facebook: Lytchett & Upton Town Council

 

SOUTHBOURNE ARMED FORCES WEEKENDER

Dates: Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th June 2026
Address: Fisherman’s Walk, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH6 3SQ
Website: Stir Events

 

AFRICA COMES TO BOURNEMOUTH

Dates: Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th June 2026
Location: Bournemouth Square, Bournemouth, Dorset
Facebook: Africa Comes to Bournemouth

 

FOLK ON THE QUAY

Info: A fun filled day of everything folk for all the family - featuring live music, dancing, children’s rides and arcades, face painters and much more.

Dates: Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th June 2026
Address: Poole Quay, Poole, Dorset
Website: Poole Tourism

 

STRATTON SUMMER FAYRE

Date: Sunday 28th June 2026
Address: Stratton Village Green & Hall, Stratton, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9WG

 

JOIN THE RESCUE SQUAD AT SEALIFE!

Info: Follow the activity trail around the aquarium - take on all the challenges and write your answers down before making your pledge to protect the oceans. Once completed, you will receive a reward.

Dates: Monday 29th June – Wednesday 2nd September 2026
Address: SEA LIFE, Lodmoor Country Park, Weymouth DT4 7SX
Website: SEA LIFE Weymouth

 

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