Bournemouth Reggae Weekender

Bournemouth Reggae Weekender Bournemouth’s Ultimate Reggae Experience!!. A diverse Cultural Enrichment. Bournemouth Reggae Weekender is Bournemouth’s #1 Reggae in the park event.

Our growing audience is a mixture of Reggae Music enthusiasts who come to enjoy a diverse cultural enrichment and also those who go for the music, the trade stands, the extensive entertainment lineup, and the fantastic range of independent caterers!! When you get to Kings park, you are hit by a world of color, entertainment, and diversity, but don’t be fooled by the laid-back atmosphere. Behind ev

ery inch of the park is a huge multi-skilled team of dedicated organizers who have put the show together since 2019. HEALTH AWARENESS - PROMOTING PROSTATE CANCER & HEP. C AWARENESS
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Feel the pride. Hear the stories. Bournemouth Reggae Weekender is more than just music — it's a lively celebration of Ca...
18/11/2025

Feel the pride. Hear the stories. Bournemouth Reggae Weekender is more than just music — it's a lively celebration of Caribbean heritage and the Windrush legacy right on the Bournemouth coast.

For three days, the festival brings together families, locals, and reggae lovers from across the UK to unite through culture, community, and creativity. From live bands and DJs to artisan markets and storytelling workshops, every beat and every moment honours our roots while creating new memories.

Join us where the rhythm meets the sea, and experience a festival built on inclusivity, joy, and respect for heritage. This is your invitation to celebrate, connect, and belong.

Come feel the heartbeat of reggae and culture at Bournemouth Reggae Weekender — where every voice matters and every story counts.

Step into a world where every festival stall tells a story — local artisans at Bournemouth Reggae Weekender weave Caribb...
17/11/2025

Step into a world where every festival stall tells a story — local artisans at Bournemouth Reggae Weekender weave Caribbean culture into their crafts with love and pride.

From colourful fabrics to handcrafted woodwork, each piece carries the spirit of the islands and the legacy of the Windrush generation. It's more than shopping; it's a celebration of heritage, creativity, and community.

Come support these talented makers and carry a piece of the Caribbean coast home with you. Which artisan's story are you excited to learn?

Reggae is more than music in Bournemouth — it's the heartbeat that brings our community together.From the soulful roots ...
17/11/2025

Reggae is more than music in Bournemouth — it's the heartbeat that brings our community together.

From the soulful roots to the lively dancehall, every rhythm tells a story of heritage, unity, and celebration. At Bournemouth Reggae Weekender, we don't just play music we amplify voices from the Caribbean diaspora, and create a space where all ages and backgrounds feel at home.

Join us Kings Park where culture meets coast, where families, friends, and neighbours connect through the power of reggae. Let's celebrate together — because community is the true rhythm of life.

Making every generation feel welcome is the secret to a truly lively festival.At Bournemouth Reggae Weekender, we celebr...
16/11/2025

Making every generation feel welcome is the secret to a truly lively festival.

At Bournemouth Reggae Weekender, we celebrate the rich heritage of the Windrush generation alongside the fresh energy of young festival-goers. From special outreach to elders in care homes to free entry for under 19s, our events are designed to bring everyone together.

When young and old share the joy of music, culture, and community, something magical happens — stories are passed on, new memories are made, and the rhythm of unity grows stronger.

Join us by bringing your family, friends, and neighbours to a festival where every generation's story matters and every voice is valued. Let's celebrate heritage, togetherness, and the coast's unique heartbeat.

Growing a festival is thrilling—but how do you keep the soul that made it special?At Bournemouth Reggae Weekender, we ch...
15/11/2025

Growing a festival is thrilling—but how do you keep the soul that made it special?

At Bournemouth Reggae Weekender, we cherish our roots while welcoming growth. It's about supporting local artists, and creating a space where families and friends from all walks of life feel at home.

As we welcome more people to Kings Park, we stay true to our community values:

• Celebrating Caribbean heritage with respect and pride
• Supporting local makers, storytellers, and performers
• Keeping our festival inclusive and accessible to all ages

Growth doesn't mean losing authenticity—it means sharing our culture wider without losing the warm, seaside spirit.

Will you be part of the movement?

Sun, sea, and soulful vibes come together at Bournemouth Reggae Weekender — the festival where every rhythm tells a stor...
15/11/2025

Sun, sea, and soulful vibes come together at Bournemouth Reggae Weekender — the festival where every rhythm tells a story.

Explore three days of lively music, rich Caribbean culture, and a warm community spirit by the beautiful Bournemouth coast. From live bands and DJs to artisan markets and family-friendly zones, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Celebrate heritage, connect across generations, and feel the joy of a truly inclusive festival experience. Ready to make memories where the rhythm meets the sea?

Sun, sea, and the sound of community coming together.Seaside reggae festivals like Bournemouth Reggae Weekender do more ...
14/11/2025

Sun, sea, and the sound of community coming together.

Seaside reggae festivals like Bournemouth Reggae Weekender do more than just fill the air with music—they boost local economies, support artists, and create a space where diverse generations connect and celebrate heritage.

From local businesses thriving during the weekend to care homes joining the festivities through outreach programmes, the festival's impact ripples far beyond the stage.

It's where culture meets coast, and every beat brings the community closer.

Join us in celebrating more than music—celebrate community, culture, and connection by the sea.

Community partnerships are the heartbeat of bringing reggae culture alive at Bournemouth Reggae Weekender.It's more than...
14/11/2025

Community partnerships are the heartbeat of bringing reggae culture alive at Bournemouth Reggae Weekender.

It's more than just the music—it's about bridging generations, celebrating heritage, and creating a welcoming space for all. Local care homes, cultural groups, artisan traders, and community organisations all weave together to form this rich fabric.

Come celebrate this powerful spirit of partnership with us—and be part of the movement that keeps reggae culture thriving by the coast.

The Windrush legacy is more than history — it's the heartbeat of today's reggae celebrations.At Bournemouth Reggae Weeke...
13/11/2025

The Windrush legacy is more than history — it's the heartbeat of today's reggae celebrations.

At Bournemouth Reggae Weekender, we honour the courage and culture of the Windrush generation, whose stories shaped the reggae sounds we cherish. It's about community pride, resilience, and a shared heritage that still inspires the rhythms on our coast.

Join us to celebrate this rich legacy through music, dance, and storytelling — where every beat tells a story of unity and strength.

Come be part of a festival where heritage meets the sea, and every voice is celebrated. Let's keep the spirit alive together.

Bring your family together where the sea breeze meets the roots of reggae.Here are the top 5 ways to unite through regga...
12/11/2025

Bring your family together where the sea breeze meets the roots of reggae.

Here are the top 5 ways to unite through reggae rhythms at the Bournemouth coast:

• Dance together under the open sky — feel the joy of moving to live sounds.
• Share stories and heritage at workshops celebrating Caribbean culture.
• Enjoy artisan markets and food stalls with flavours to spark connection.
• Create memories on the beach with music as your soundtrack.
• Join intergenerational sessions that honour the Windrush legacy and bring all ages close.

Reggae at Bournemouth Reggae Weekender isn't just music — it's a heartbeat that pulls families closer.

Come for the rhythms, stay for the togetherness.

Togetherness isn't just a feeling — it's the heartbeat of Bournemouth Reggae Weekender.Here, every rhythm tells a story,...
09/11/2025

Togetherness isn't just a feeling — it's the heartbeat of Bournemouth Reggae Weekender.

Here, every rhythm tells a story, every smile builds a bridge, and every moment celebrates the beautiful mosaic of cultures that make our community lively and strong.

Join us by the sea where inclusiveness isn't an afterthought, but the foundation. Families, friends, and generations come together to honour our heritage, share our stories, and dance as one.

This is more than a festival — it's a celebration of unity in diversity, where you belong, your culture shines, and the coast becomes a place of connection.

Come be part of the family. Feel the warmth. Celebrate the togetherness.

Togetherness is more than a word at Bournemouth Reggae Weekender — it's the heartbeat of our festival.Every year, we bri...
08/11/2025

Togetherness is more than a word at Bournemouth Reggae Weekender — it's the heartbeat of our festival.

Every year, we bring people from all walks of life together by the sea to celebrate not just reggae music, but the rich diversity of cultures that make up our community. From the stories of the Windrush generation to the lively Caribbean heritage, our festival is a space where inclusiveness isn't just welcomed, it's championed.

Last year, over 10,000 visitors joined us in Kings Park and Boscombe, sharing moments of joy, pride, and connection. We extend our reach beyond the festival grounds, bringing the spirit to care homes and local communities, ensuring no one misses out on the celebration.

This is a movement that honours the past whilst dancing in the present, creating a multi-generational, multicultural experience that truly belongs to everyone.

If you want to be part of a festival that feels like family, where every voice is valued and every story celebrated, Bournemouth Reggae Weekender is where you need to be.

How will you join us in building this energetic community of rhythm and heritage by the sea?

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Kings Park
Bournemouth
BH76JB

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Bournemouth Reggae Weekender

It is our intention to provide a music weekender to all visitors whether from Bournemouth or wider afield.

We aim to provide a full range of traditional activities to be enjoyed by all age groups in Celebrating Bournemouth’s rich cultural diversity.