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Good Vibes Rollercoaster Are Bringing Feel-Good Rock ‘n’ Roll Back to the South West

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WHAT'S ON? GIGS, FESTIVALS & ABSOLUTE BANGERS

Tree of Strings Festival
03 Jul 2026, 14:30 – 05 Jul 2026, 15:30
St Nicholas Church, Church St, Abbotsbury, Weymouth DT3 4JJ, UK
Experience the magic of the Abbotsbury Jazz and Folk Festival from 3 to 5 July in Dorset’s charming village. Enjoy performances by both rising stars and renowned artists in this enchanting three-day celebration.
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Semley Music Festival
03 Jul 2026, 19:00 – 05 Jul 2026, 19:00
SP7 9AS, Semley, Shaftesbury SP7 9AS, UK
This year’s festival is their fifth and it’s shaping up to be the best yet.
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Leonian Dream at Bridport Arts Centre
17 Jul 2026, 19:00
Bridport Arts Centre, 9 South St, Bridport DT6 3NR, UK
Expect a dreamy blend of indie rock, indie pop and funk, with ethereal vocals and laid-back, melodic soundscapes setting the tone for a hazy summer evening.
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Summerfest 2026
18 Jul 2026, 11:00
Redlands Community Sports Hub, Redlands Community Sports Hub, Weymouth DT3, UK
SUMMERFEST is back for 2026! Head to Redlands (Weymouth) on 18th July 2026 for the return of Weymouth's biggest family festival!
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Camp Bestival
30 Jul 2026, 19:00 – 02 Aug 2026, 23:00
Lulworth Castle, East Lulworth, Wareham BH20 5QS, UK
Camp Bestival, designed by families for families, is presented by Debenhams.
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Poole Harbour Festival
31 Jul 2026, 19:00 – 02 Aug 2026, 15:00
Catalina Drive, Baiter Park, Catalina Dr, Poole BH15 1UY, UK
Poole and Bournemouth’s biggest and best family and live music festival returns on 31st July, 1st and 2nd August 2026!
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