It’s that time of year when the music and arts festivals are starting up again!

Summer is a time when many local communities celebrate cultural diversity and welcome all to come along and join in the celebrations. Here are a few local festivals for you and your families to enjoy over the summer: 

World of Love Festival

7th and 8th June 2025
Kings Park Fairground, Kings Park, Kings Park Drive, Bournemouth, BH7 6JD

Discover a world where diversity isn’t just acknowledged, but celebrated. Imagine one venue where diverse heritages collide in a vibrant display of arts, traditions, and languages, all happening at the same time. 

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Africa Comes to Bournemouth

27th - 29th June 2025
The Square, Bournemouth, BH2 5LY

Africa Comes to Bournemouth is back for another exciting weekend of celebration, culture and community unity. Held in Bournemouth Square, this free event promises a dynamic fusion of African and Caribbean traditions.

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Dorset Mela

21st June 2025
Poole Park, BH15 2SF

This event offers a unique experience to people in Dorset with a variety of food, dance, music, live performances, handicraft, henna painting and many more activities to bring communities together.

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Roma History Day

28th June 2025
Borough Gardens, Dorchester

Roma History Day is a vibrant celebration of Roma culture, heritage, and history. There’ll be live music and performances, arts and crafts and community discussions. This free event is open to all! Whether you want to learn, celebrate, or connect, Roma History Day is an opportunity to embrace diversity, heritage, and unity.

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