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Things to do in Bournemouth, August 2026

Browse 9 upcoming events and things to do in Bournemouth during August 2026. Highlights include Camp Bestival 2026 - Saturday Day, Camp Bestival 2026 - Outward Adventures - Saturday, Camp Bestival 2026 - Sunday Day and more. Each listing links to tickets, venue details and practical visitor info.

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Camp Bestival 2026 - Saturday Day

Bournemouth · Lulworth CastleSat, Aug 1Music

Camp Bestival 2026 - Outward Adventures - Saturday

Bournemouth · Lulworth CastleSat, Aug 1Music

Camp Bestival 2026 - Sunday Day

Bournemouth · Lulworth CastleSun, Aug 2Music

Camp Bestival 2026 - Outward Adventures - Sunday

Bournemouth · Lulworth CastleSun, Aug 2Music

Bluey's Big Play

Bournemouth · Bournemouth PavilionThu, Aug 6Family Friendly

Bluey's Big Play- BSL & Audio Described Performance

Bournemouth · Bournemouth PavilionFri, Aug 7Family Friendly

The World of John Williams by the Mystery Ensemble

Bournemouth · St Peter's ChurchSat, Aug 8Music

Bongo's Bingo

Bournemouth · O2 Academy BournemouthFri, Aug 21Culture & Art

The Harry Styles Tribute Show starring Sean Mac

Bournemouth · O2 Academy BournemouthSat, Aug 22Music

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Late-summer highlights

August tends to continue the peak outdoor season with festivals and city breaks, though some venues slow down as locals take their own summer holidays.

Catch the last of the season's open-air festivals and food markets
Look for late-summer concerts and outdoor film screenings
Some smaller venues run a lighter schedule mid-month — worth checking listings ahead