Experience one of Dorset's biggest cultural weekends at the free Arts by the Sea Festival 2026 in Bournemouth. Taking place on 25-26 September, this award-winning festival fills Bournemouth Gardens and the town centre with spectacular outdoor performances, live music, street theatre, art installations, dance and interactive experiences. With its 2026 ELEMENTAL theme celebrating creativity, sustainability and community, Arts by the Sea is one of the highlights of the Dorset events calendar.
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September 25th - 26th
Arts by the Sea Festival 2026 | Dorset Events 2026 | Dorset Lifestyle
Dates: Friday 25 - Saturday 26 September 2026
Location: Bournemouth Gardens and Bournemouth Town Centre, Dorset
Admission: Free
Arts by the Sea returns to Bournemouth this September for another inspiring weekend celebrating art, culture, people and place. As the South West's largest free arts festival, it transforms Bournemouth Gardens and the town centre with spectacular performances, interactive installations, live music, dance, street theatre and creative experiences for all ages.
The 2026 festival explores the theme ELEMENTAL, celebrating the powerful forces that connect us with each other and the natural world. Visitors can expect thought-provoking artwork, large-scale outdoor performances and hands-on activities designed to encourage creativity, sustainability and community, while showcasing both internationally acclaimed artists and outstanding local talent.
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