What's On Every Week in Bournemouth

Bournemouth Sunday Market brings independent traders, street food and traditional market stalls to The Square every Sunday. Visitors can browse clothing, gifts, crafts, fresh produce, food and household goods in the pedestrianised town centre, close to Bournemouth Gardens and the main shopping streets. This visitor guide covers current trading times, location, parking, public transport, accessibility and what you can expect to find at the market.

Dancing Terraces returns to Pavilion Dance South West for summer, bringing free outdoor dance sessions to the Garden Terrace beside Bournemouth’s seafront. Every Friday and Saturday evening in August, visitors can join professional dancers, musicians and DJs for styles ranging from Commercial and African dance to Bollywood, Vintage Jazz, Hip Hop, Ceilidh and Salsa. No booking or previous dance experience is required, making this a relaxed, family-friendly way to enjoy a summer evening in Bournemouth.

Slug & Lettuce Bournemouth combines stylish interiors, colourful cocktails and a lively atmosphere with great-value drinks offers and popular brunch experiences. Enjoy 2-for-1 cocktails all day, every day, or book Bottomless Brunch from £35.45 per person, including a meal and two hours of selected bottomless drinks. With themed brunches, premium cocktail upgrades and food options available throughout the day, it's a popular choice for birthdays, celebrations, hen parties and catch-ups with friends.

The Dancing Jug in Bournemouth's Triangle combines great-value food and drinks with lively entertainment throughout the week. Enjoy 2-for-1 cocktails every day, Bottomless Brunch from £33 for 2.5 hours, and a new 90-minute brunch option from £23 for students. With 50% off food on Mondays, midweek meal deals, quiz nights, karaoke, DJs and live music, there's plenty happening at this colourful town-centre bar. Whether you're planning a birthday, brunch date or night out with friends, The Dancing Jug offers a fun and sociable atmosphere.

Discover Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth, an après-ski-inspired bar on Old Christchurch Road offering daily Happy Hour, bottomless brunch and a lively programme of entertainment. Enjoy 50% off selected drinks from 4pm to 8pm, Saturday brunch with unlimited pizza and drinks, Sunday Boozy Quiz nights and Monday Music Bingo. With live music, free karaoke, student deals, DJs and alpine-inspired food, Barbara's brings a lively mountain-party atmosphere to Bournemouth town centre throughout the week.

The Brass Haus in central Bournemouth combines Bavarian-inspired pub atmosphere with live music, sport and great-value food and drink offers. Enjoy weekday meal-and-drink deals from £8.75, Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 4pm to 8pm, and Bottomless Brunch from £35 per person. With sharing plates, student discounts, live entertainment and major sporting fixtures shown throughout the week, it's a lively spot for lunches, after-work drinks and nights out with friends.

Cosy Club Bournemouth combines vintage glamour, stylish interiors and a welcoming atmosphere with a selection of food, drink and group experiences. Enjoy two cocktails for £14.95 during Teatime Tipple, available Sunday to Friday from 4pm to 9pm, or upgrade your brunch with 90 minutes of bottomless drinks for £25 per person, with food charged separately. The venue also offers cocktail, mocktail and House Coolers masterclasses, making it a great choice for date nights, celebrations and group gatherings.

Discover Smokin' Aces Bournemouth, an award-winning cocktail bar and whiskey lounge in the Triangle, known for its live music, expertly crafted drinks and lively atmosphere. Enjoy Wednesday jazz nights, Friday live bands, Saturday DJs and a monthly quiz, alongside whiskey, rum, gin and cocktail masterclasses starting from £28 per person. With its hidden downstairs lounge, welcoming approach and late-night opening hours, Smokin' Aces remains one of Bournemouth's most distinctive independent nightlife venues.

Discover The Four Horsemen in Bournemouth's Triangle, an independent pub known for its extensive craft beer selection, retro atmosphere and underground microclub. With over 100 beers and ciders, a popular Tuesday quiz at 8pm, live music, DJ nights, comedy and regular events, there's always something interesting happening. The venue also serves hearty pub food, making it a great spot for drinks, entertainment and a night out with friends.

Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth offers axe throwing, crazy golf, beer pong and more, with 2-for-1 cocktails during weekday Happy Hour and a £15 fully loaded lunchtime deal including food, drinks and games.

Flirt Café & Bar in Bournemouth hosts weekly quiz nights, monthly curry and bingo events, arts and crafts sessions, live entertainment and regular Happy Hour deals in a fun, welcoming community space.