Grooves on the Green: June 2027

Grooves on the Green 2027 | Dorset Events 2027 | Dorset Lifestyle

Dates: June 2027
Location: Ashley Cross Green, Parkstone, Poole, Dorset BH14 8UF
Admission: Adults from £10, Under 16s £5, Under 5s Free (2026 prices for reference)

Grooves on the Green is expected to return to Ashley Cross in 2027 for another weekend of live music, family entertainment, food, drink and community celebrations. The event has been bringing residents and visitors together since 2000 and has grown into one of Poole’s longest-running community festivals.

Full dates, tickets and programme details for 2027 have not yet been announced. The information below is based on the 2026 festival and is included for reference. Dorset Lifestyle will update this page when the organisers release the official 2027 details.

Based on the 2026 event, visitors may be able to enjoy:

• Live music and entertainment across two stages.
• Headline performers, tribute acts, local bands and DJs.
• Family-friendly shows and activities throughout the weekend.
• A variety of street food vendors and licensed bars.
• Independent market, craft and charity stalls.
• The popular Grooves Garden with seating, its own bar and dedicated facilities.
• Fundraising in support of local charities and community organisations.
• A welcoming community atmosphere in the heart of Ashley Cross.
• Accessible facilities, including accessible toilets and raised viewing areas.
• Easy access by train, bus and taxi, with Ashley Cross railway station just a short walk away.
• Well-behaved dogs traditionally welcome when kept on a lead.