What's on in Blackwater

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Blackwater.

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Workshops & Classes

Around £10

Cosplay Sewing Course

Get creative and learn the art of sewing in our relaxed weekly workshops for ages 12+. Explore fabrics, materials, and sewing machine skills while building confidence and developing your own creative style. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to grow your skills, these hands-on sessions are the perfect place to learn, make, and create. Bring your own fabrics and feel free to bring your own sewing machine , some machines will also be available to use. Every Thursday, 5:00pm–6:30pm, starting 4th June £10 per session (cash) Please RSVP via -Made.co

Thu 23 Jul18:00Creative Kids Centre(2.8mi)

via Creative Kids CentreLocal gem

Comedy

Stand up Comedy Laughing Bellys

Get ready for a night of big laughs, great beer, and brilliant vibes at Stand Up Comedy Night at Drop The Anchor Brewery! Join …

Thu 23 Jul18:00Avon Works(2.8mi)

via Avon Works

Likely freeCommunity

Harder sounds hard house social club

Harder sounds have created a hard house social club . If you love all things hard house this is the place for you. No set plan on music just 6 hours of back to back hard house . Bring your usbs and swap tunes. Create a community around the love of hard house . If you would like to play at a future event you need to attend these events. Djs on the 23rd Mahoney Matt warne Lee thompson Amy guy Spykz n squires Cut-up See you on the dancefloor . The four horsemen have the finest spirits selection in the whole of bournemouth Treat yourself you know you want to

Thu 23 Jul18:00The Four Horsemen(4.4mi)

via The Four HorsemenCurated

Sports & Fitness

Badminton

Badminton. Twynham Church. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Thu 23 Jul19:00Twynham Church(1.9mi)

via Twynham Church

Community

Toast & Limitless

School Years 6-8 and years 9-13. Games, Challenges, food, tuck, chill and more! £2 per week which is invoiced for at the end of each term. For more info

Thu 23 Jul19:00Bournemouth Community Church(3.1mi)

via Bournemouth Community Church

Community

Bournemouth Reggae Weekender

Bournemouth Reggae Weekender is one of the South Coast’s leading summer festivals, bringing together music, culture, and community in the heart of Bournemouth. Held at Kings Park, this three-day event celebrates the sounds of reggae, dancehall, soca, and afro-beats, alongside Caribbean food, live performances, and family-friendly activities.

Fri 24 JulPine Walk Bandstand(4.2mi)

via Pine Walk BandstandLocal gem

Community

Festivals - Bournemouth

Bournemouth is an eventful destination and it’s our festivals that set us apart from other British seaside towns. Find out more about the seaside celebrations that keep families and enthusiasts coming back year after year.

Fri 24 JulBSO Concert Pier Approach(4.3mi)

via BSO Concert Pier ApproachLocal gem

Community

Summer Party

Join us at Rivermere Care Home for a glamorous 1920s-themed Summer Party. Step back into the Roaring Twenties and enjoy an afternoon of music, entertainment, delicious refreshments, and community spirit in a wonderfully vintage setting. Dress to impress in your finest 1920s-inspired attire and join us for an elegant summer celebration filled with fun, laughter, and timeless charm.

Fri 24 JulWestbourne Tower Care Home(4.6mi)

via Westbourne Tower Care HomeLocal gem

Community

DPA BIC 26

From drama and musicals to live gigs - there's something for everyone. Find out what's on at Bournemouth International Centre and book online

Fri 24 Jul09:00Bournemouth Alevi̇ Kültür Merkezi̇(2.6mi)

via Bournemouth Alevi̇ Kültür Merkezi̇

Community

DPA BIC 26 24 July 2026

From drama and musicals to live gigs - there's something for everyone. Find out what's on at Bournemouth International Centre and book online

Fri 24 Jul09:00Bournemouth Alevi̇ Kültür Merkezi̇(2.6mi)

via Bournemouth Alevi̇ Kültür Merkezi̇

Community

DPA BIC 26

From drama and musicals to live gigs - there's something for everyone. Find out what's on at Bournemouth International Centre and book online

Fri 24 Jul09:00Bournemouth Alevi̇ Kültür Merkezi̇(2.6mi)

via Bournemouth Alevi̇ Kültür Merkezi̇

Likely freeSports & Fitness

Table Tennis

Our weekly Table Tennis group meets on Friday mornings from 9:30-12:30. Come and enjoy a few games of table tennis, and a friendly chat between matches. Players of all levels and all ages are welcome. Bats and balls can be provided if you need them. Play for fun, improve your game, keep fit, and meet friends. And we always enjoy a tea and coffee towards the end Takes place: Friday mornings, 9.30am-12.30pm – drop in at any time during the session, for as little or as long as you like Venue: church hall, upstairs Cost: no charge

Fri 24 Jul10:30Parish Church of St Saviour(1.7mi)

via Parish Church of St Saviour

Community

Songs For The Mind

Right then — Songs For The Mind at Immanuel URC Church. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Fri 24 Jul10:30Immanuel URC Church(2.7mi)

via Immanuel URC Church

Community

Christchurch Information Station

Connect with community services, discover volunteering opportunities, or get support for your charity or community group. There is no need to book; just drop in. We can help with: Finding volunteering roles Befriending Social activities Transport services Food and finance Advice for community groups & charities.

Fri 24 Jul11:00Christchurch Library(2.6mi)

via Christchurch Library

Community

Friday Film Club

Friday Film Club. Immanuel Church Southbourne. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Fri 24 Jul14:00Immanuel Church Southbourne(2.6mi)

via Immanuel Church Southbourne

Community

Bournemouth Reggae Weekender

Fri 24 Jul16:00Pine Walk Bandstand(4.2mi)

via Pine Walk BandstandLocal gem

Community

Sports Night

One for the diary — Sports Night at Immanuel Church Southbourne. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Fri 24 Jul19:00Immanuel Church Southbourne(2.6mi)

via Immanuel Church Southbourne

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Venues with events near Blackwater

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Bournemouth Alevi̇ Kültür Merkezi̇2.6 miles away Immanuel URC Church2.6 miles away Parish Church of St Saviour1.7 miles away

More about Blackwater

Dorset, England

Blackwater is in Dorset, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Blackwater events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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