Cultural, Arts & Exhibitions in Bournemouth

Bournemouth Writing Festival is a festival celebrating creativity and talent in Bournemouth's local writing scene. Talks, seminars, panels, and performances are all available over a weekend in April, with something for anyone - from young children to published authors.

Arts by the Sea Festival is Bournemouth's annual celebration of art, culture and people, normally held at the end of September. Enjoy a weekend of festivity in the centre of Bournemouth including amazing parades, colourful live music, imaginative installations and fun for all ages! Find out more about this year’s artists, performances and events.

JAM Art Club is a welcoming life-drawing and drawing fundamentals club that offers a unique opportunity to develop your creative abilities, for beginners and seasoned artists alike. You can expect a diverse variety of models and poses accompanied by some good tunes, and a well-stocked bar downstairs.

Nestled in the vibrant Iford area of Bournemouth, The Factory Space has quietly established itself as one of the South Coast's most delightfully authentic creative venues. Far from the polished tourist traps that line the seafront, this community-driven gem offers visitors a genuine taste of Bournemouth's thriving arts scene whilst serving some rather excellent coffee to boot.

Bournemouth Arts Club aims to foster a love of visual art through exhibitions, workshops and studio visits. Their annual exhibition showcases at least one artwork of each full member. To become a full member, you must be elected by existing senior members. Associate Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the arts.

This literary love-in promises to be absolutely scrumptious for anyone with even the tiniest flutter in their heart for romance writing. Whether you're penning steamy contemporary romances, crafting historical bodice-rippers, or exploring the gentler waters of sweet romance, this festival is your golden ticket to the publishing world's most coveted secrets.