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Enjoy summer events and activities throughout the entire year in Weymouth. Weymouth is situated in the heart of the Jurassic Coast, offering endless seaside fun.
Weymouth’s appeal spreads far and wide – located on a world heritage site, Weymouth is home to award-winning parks, gardens and one of the best beaches in the country.
Weymouth is supported by a vibrant community, and the Weymouth Town Council take great pride in the organisation of, and participation in a variety of events that take place throughout the year, regularly attending committee meetings which are vital in the successful organisation of events and running of the town.
Ready to explore events in Weymouth and discover what this idyllic town has to offer? You’ll find everything you need to know right here.
Where is Weymouth?
Weymouth can be found in the south of the country, a sea-side town located in Dorset. The town is well accessible with SWR and there are many transport links in and out of the area.
How do I get to Weymouth?
Travelling by train
There are regular trains serving Weymouth every day, making it easy to travel here from many different locations. Weymouth train station can be found on King Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BN and is just a 10-minute walk from Weymouth Town Centre.
Weymouth can be accessed from many major cities and towns like Southampton, with trains from Southampton to Weymouth taking approx. 1 hour 30 minutes. Travelling from further out? You can get to Weymouth from Basingstoke in just over two hours with SWR.
Explore our full range of ticket types to find the right one for your journey to Bournemouth. You can find cheap train tickets by booking early or going off-peak, and if you have a Railcard or if you’re travelling in a group, you could save even more.
Travelling from London
It’s easy to get to Weymouth from both London Waterloo and Clapham Junction, and you can travel direct from Waterloo to Weymouth Train Station in 2 hours 40 minutes.
Weymouth station is around a 15-minute walk from Weymouth Pavillion, or you can catch the Portland Coaster if you want to experience the coastal views from the open top bus.
Things to see and do in Weymouth
There's so much to see and do in Weymouth with 100s of events talking place throughout the year. Here, you can find the full list of 2025 events in Weymouth. Below, see some of the standout events taking place for the rest of the year.
Summer Season of Firework
Weymouth’s summer fireworks displays are back with a bang in 2025. Watch the sky sparkle throughout the summer, with displays taking place on July 28th (lower noise), August 4th, August 11th (lower noise), August 18th and August 25th. These displays take place on Weymouth Seafront at 9.30pm.
Dusk Til Dark
Taking place this year on September 19th – 20th, throughout various locations in the town, Dusk Til Dark is a performing arts event that transforms the town into a vibrant display or colour and music. This year, experience the amazing Beach of Dreams UK finale, featuring ‘Sonnet of Samsara’ consisting of over 100 dancers that cover the harbour, town and beach. You don’t want to miss this event in Weymouth.
More Activities in Weymouth
Later in the year, the activities in Weymouth don’t slow down with many events planned, such as the Remembrance Sunday Service and Parade which takes place on Weymouth seafront on the morning of Sunday the 9th November at 10:55am. Moving into December there is a selection of Christmas events taking place such as, Carols by the Coast (Saturday 6th 5pm), Santa Weekend (Saturday 20th and 21st) and lastly, why not join in the Christmas Day Harbour Swim at 11am – the best way to kick of the festive celebrations on the 25th.
Things to do near Weymouth
Weymouth is the perfect place to visit if you’re looking for a sea-side getaway, with stunning scenery and coastal attractions all along Weymouth’s Georgian seafront. A popular destination during summer months, there are other beaches to explore too such as Chesil Beach and Bowleaze Cove.
The fascinating Weymouth SEA LIFE is one of the main attractions in the town, keeping both parents and kids entertained with its amazing aquarium and adventure playground. If you travel here by train, you can a great 2-for-1 offer with your SWR train ticket.
If you want to experience Weymouth on foot, then explore the South West Coast Path, offering walking trails with wildlife and bird-watching opportunities. For the more daring we recommend the 13-mile round Portland Walk which is not to be missed!
For the foodies, there is the usual wide variety of delicious fresh fish eateries along the coast to keep you satisfied as you explore Weymouth town. Why not try Sea Beats, an award-winning restaurant with a wide variety of dishes to suit all tastes.
Find out more about Weymouth and all it has to offer in SWR’s Weymouth destination guide.
Don’t forget to check out SWR Rewards for money off activities, food, and drink deals.
Where to stay in Weymouth
There is a variety of hotels to choose from in Weymouth to suit all budgets.
The Bay View Hotel is located right on the sea front and offers magnificent views. If you’re looking for something close to the train station, located just 3 minutes away is the Royal Weymouth Hotel, offering you a touch of luxury during your visit to Weymouth.
Don’t miss out on a summer in Weymouth today. Get in touch with Weymouth Town Council to learn more about events taking place throughout the year.
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