# Events & Things To Do In Poole on 17th May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Poole on 17th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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Discover the best events and activities in Poole on 17th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Poole

- **Event Name**: Max Cooper in Poole
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch Max Cooper Live at Lighthouse on Sunday, May 17, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? Max Cooper is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like Perpetual Motion, Origins and A
  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 09:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/poole/max-cooper-in-poole/3300029397355856
  - **Venue**: Lighthouse
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, concerts, music, performances, live-music
- **Event Name**: The May 5
  - **Description**: The May 5 is a great, local, 5 mile race around Canford Heath, Poole, Dorset. It offers something for everyone and with a start and finish at Ashdown Athletics Track, it’s the perfect place to cheer your runners in! Compete for fun, or test yourself again
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 09:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/poole/the-may-5/200029761505024
  - **Venue**: Ashdown Leisure Centre BH17 8RE
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  - **Categories**: sports
- **Event Name**: Sensational Sounds - Sound Bath
  - **Description**: Introduction to Movement, Meditation, Breath Work and Sound Bath
Based on the teachings of Kundalini Yoga
(Bringing the community together)

Join us for a session of sensational sounds.....Created with a combination of simple warmup movements,
 incorporat
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 31
  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 10:30 am – Sun May 17 2026 at 12:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/poole/sensational-sounds-sound-bath/200029676682427
  - **Venue**: Canford Heath Community Centre
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  - **Categories**: health-wellness, meditation
- **Event Name**: DGR poole, Christchurch and Bournemouth
  - **Description**: annual charity event.  this year new route and finishing at the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum Bh255sz
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 6
  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 08:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/poole/dgr-poole-christchurch-and-bournemouth/200029676684739
  - **Venue**: Poole Quay
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit, charities
- **Event Name**: Distinguished gentlemens ride
  - **Description**: we are hosting our team this year for the dgr. We are hoping to join the Salisbury ride which will be a magnificent event. please join us and help raise money for an amazing charity
https://www.gentlemansride.com/join/TheBikersLoft
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 372
  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 08:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/poole/distinguished-gentlemens-ride/200029759975904
  - **Venue**: Ventura Place, Poole
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit, charities
- **Event Name**: 5 Day Dorset Experience
  - **Description**: 5 Day Dorset Experience

A 5 day immersive English learning tour that includes great holiday accommodation and transport, 5 daily formal English Language lessons, 14+ destinations, 2 boat tours (weather-permitting), all entry fees and all meals except 2 t
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 12:00 pm – Fri May 22 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/poole/5-day-dorset-experience/200029676683230
  - **Venue**: Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: holiday

## Trending Events in Poole

- **Event Name**: Poole Harbour Festival 2026 - 10th Anniversary Celebration
  - **Description**: Poole Harbour Festival 2026 'I PREDICT A RIOT' - 10 Year Anniversary Celebration!

🖤💛 The BIGGEST celebration yet!! 🖤💛

Join us as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Poole Harbour Festival on 31st July - 2nd August 2026!! WE PREDICT A RIOT! 🤯 🤯

LAUNCH
  - **Venue**: Baiter Harbourside Park , BH15 1UY Poole, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Poole Quay Bike Nights
  - **Description**: A weekly waterfront takeover celebrating motorbikes of all styles and eras. One of the UK’s premier biking events.About this EventEvery Tuesday from April to September 6pm - 9pm
  - **Venue**: Poole Quay
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- **Event Name**: SANDFEST 2026 - Tickets On Sale Now!
  - **Description**: SANDFEST IS BACK ☀️

On Sunday 12th July 2026 Sandfest returns for its 9th instalment on the golden shores of the glamorous and internationally famous Sandbanks beach. Be among five thousand party people who gather to indulge in sand, sun, fun and serious
  - **Venue**: SandFest
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- **Event Name**: SandPolo 2026
  - **Description**: 🗓️ 10th & 11th July 2026
📍 Sandbanks Beach, Dorset

A firm fixture in the UK’s sporting and social calendar since 2008, SandPolo brings the thrill of world-class polo to the golden sands of Sandbanks, Poole. The unique, high-energy beach format makes
  - **Venue**: Sandbanks Beach, Banks Road, BH137QQ Poole, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Kaiser Chiefs in Poole
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch Kaiser Chiefs Live at Baiter Park on Friday, July 31, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? Kaiser Chiefs is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like Ruby, I Predict A Riot a
  - **Venue**: Baiter Park
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- **Event Name**: The Coastal Comedy Show with Jake Lambert
  - **Description**: Join us for a top night of stand-up with three fantastic acts plus your host at the multi-award-winning Coastal Comedy Club!
Headliner: Jake Lambert

As seen on BBC’s Live at The Apollo, The Apprentice: You’re Fired, and Comedy Central’s Live From The Com
  - **Venue**: The Lighthouse (Poole)
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- **Event Name**: Upton House Food and Music Festival 2026
  - **Description**: ☀️ The Upton House Food and Music Festival takes place on 12th - 14th June 2026 set in the beautiful grounds of Upton Country Park! ☀️

LAUNCH OFFER TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW
🎟️ Adult from £9
🎟️ Kids from £4
🎟️ Family from £22
🎟️ UNDER 5'S FREE!
WEEKEND TICKE
  - **Venue**: Upton Country Park
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- **Event Name**: Arooj Aftab in Poole
  - **Description**: 🎶 The Ultimate Arooj Aftab Experience LIVE at Lighthouse - Concert Hall—This Thursday, June 18, 2026! 🎶
It's that time of the year where everyone wants to have a musical breath! Your favorite, Arooj Aftab is hitting
  - **Venue**: Lighthouse - Concert Hall
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- **Event Name**: Mayhem of Mad4Animals Upton Country Park
  - **Description**: MAYHEM OF MAD4ANIMALS RETURNS TO UPTON COUNTRY PARK 🎪🔥🐍

Step inside the big top and experience one of the UK’s most intense live animal shows. This is not a children’s show. This is a full scale live production built to entertain everyone. Children, teen
  - **Venue**: Upton Country Park
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Poole?
  - **A:** Max Cooper in Poole (Sun May 17 2026 at 07:30 pm at Lighthouse), The May 5 (Sun May 17 2026 at 09:00 am at Ashdown Leisure Centre BH17 8RE), Sensational Sounds - Sound Bath (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:30 am at Canford Heath Community Centre), DGR poole, Christchurch and Bournemouth (Sun May 17 2026 at 08:00 am at Poole Quay), Distinguished gentlemens ride (Sun May 17 2026 at 08:00 am at Ventura Place, Poole).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Poole?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Poole on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Poole?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Poole?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Poole include Lighthouse, Ashdown Leisure Centre BH17 8RE, Canford Heath Community Centre.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Poole?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Poole include Melody Mapper, The May 5, The Soul Sanctuary.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Poole?
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