Swanage Rowing Regatta
2026-07-04
SWANAGE REGATTA, SATURDAY 4TH JULY 2026. CLUB INVITE.
THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2026 AT 5:50PM

The information realting to the Swanage R. C. Regatta on – Saturday 4th July 2026 can now be downladed from their Calender entry on the H&D ARA Web Site – www.hdara.co.uk
Entries close on Friday, 19th June 2026.

Swanage Jazz Festival
2026-07-10 - 2026-07-12
The Swanage Jazz Festival is one of the UK’s longest-running jazz festivals, held annually in the seaside town of Swanage on the Jurassic Coast. It began in 1990 and has developed a reputation for presenting a broad range of jazz styles—from traditional New Orleans and swing to contemporary, fusion, and modern British jazz.
What makes it special?

Multiple venues spread across the town, including concert halls, marquees, pubs, hotels, and outdoor spaces.
A mix of ticketed headline concerts and a free fringe programme.
A relaxed seaside atmosphere where audiences can move between performances throughout the day.
Strong support for both established UK jazz stars and emerging artists.

2026 Festival
The 35th edition is scheduled for 10–12 July 2026 and will feature performances across several venues in Swanage. Early announcements indicate more than 40 artists and bands, with performers including names such as Andy Sheppard, Alan Barnes, Yazz Ahmed, Simon Spillett’s Big Band, Mark Kavuma, Xhosa Cole, and others.

The Wild Swimming Festival 2026
2026-07-18 - 2026-07-19
The Wild Swimming Festival is the event beside the sea that you’ve all been asking for. Featuring live music, swim races, seminars with experts in water safety sessions, local food and drink and iconic guided swims with our open water coaches and lifeguards.
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With Swanage’s limited tidal range, golden sandy beaches and an easterly outlook, Swanage Bay is renowned for it’s clear, calm & swim friendly waters. The Jurassic Swim Challenge is a choice of a 4km or a 2km timed swim challenge around the bay.

If a racing challenge isn’t your thing, book your place for a personal challenge or join one of our small group guided swims of Swanage’s Victorian Piers, Dancing Ledge, Old Harry Rocks or a Hike and Dip at secretive Durlston Bay.

Swanage Carnival 2026
2026-07-25 - 2026-08-01 | Various Locations in Swanage, Shore Road, Swanage, Dorset, United Kingdom
Swanage Carnival – The South Coast’s premier carnival event for the whole family to enjoy
When is the Carnival Procession?
The Carnival Procession takes place on the first Sunday of Carnival week starting at 3pm
What time do the fireworks start?
The Fireworks start at 9.45pm
Swanage Carnival 2026 is from Saturday July 25th – Saturday August 01st

Swanage Folk Festival 2026
2026-09-11 - 2026-09-13 | Various Locations in Swanage, Shore Road, Swanage, Dorset, United Kingdom
The Swanage Folk Festival returns on the 11th-13th September 2026.
A weekend of concerts, dance displays, dance & music workshops, children’s activities, sessions and ceilidh.
Free and ticketed concerts featuring top folk artists. A weekend of fun, for everyone.

Swanage Blues Festival October 2026
2026-10-01 20:00 - 2026-10-04 23:30 (Europe/London) | Various Locations in Swanage, Shore Road, Swanage, Dorset, United Kingdom
THE SWANAGE BLUES & ROOTS FESTIVAL 01st-04th October 2026
The Big Town Blues Party on the South Coast
50 great gigs — 30 great acts — 15 indoor venues — open mic and jam sessions
A full programme of quality bands throughout the Swanage Blues Festival. This independent festival depends on the sale of support wristbands to keep it going (see link above to buy a wristband).
This times for the October 2026 Festival are:
Thursday 8.30pm-11.00pm
Friday 2pm-11.30pm
Saturday 2pm-11.30pm
Sunday 1pm-11.30pm
