The weekend is almost here and there's plenty to enjoy all around Dorset.
For example, the Dorset Echo has a full section dedicated to local events listings - a space for gigs, tours, family events, courses and much more.
Outside of those official listings, there are other activities, concert gigs, stand-up performances and much more to do.
If you were looking for the ultimate guide to what's on in Dorset, here are just some of the main events taking place in the county during the weekend of April 8-10.
What's on in Dorset this weekend?
Friday, April 8
Bowjangles presents Dracula in Space
Where: Corn Exchange, Dorchester, DT1 1HF
When: 8pm-10.30pm
Forget everything you think you know about string quartets, Bowjangles is an irreverent, anarchic group of genre spanners, bringing music, theatre and comedy together in a way you’ve never seen before.
Tickets can be purchased here.
TV Times - My 30 years in television
Where: St Andrews Church, Charmouth, DT6 6PL
When: 7pm-9pm
Local man, Eric Harwood, was born in Liverpool and spent 30 years in TV, travelling the world to bring us powerful documentaries. Come along to hear of his adventures and celebrity tales.
Saturday, April 9
The Hijacked Hollies
Where: Weymouth Pavilion, The Esplanade, DT4 8ED
When: 7.30pm-10.30pm
Paying tribute to one of the 60’s and 70’s greatest vocal bands, The Hijacked Hollies feature all the classic Hollies favourites.
Tickets can be purchased here.
Easter Holiday at The Tank Museum
Where: The Tank Museum, Linsay Road, Bovington, BH20 6JG
When: 9am-5pm from April 9-24
The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and their crews to life. Experience the biggest day out in history this Easter with live displays, trails and much more.
Tickets for days out at the Tank Museum can be purchased here.
Simon and Garfunkel Through the Years
Where: Corn Exchange, Dorchester, DT1 1HF
When: 8pm-10.30pm
Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows in the world, Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years has toured extensively in the UK, Europe, Australia and USA, receiving standing ovations.
Tickets can be purchased here.
Charminster WI Easter Craft Coffee Morning
Where: Charminster Community Hall, DT2 9UW
When: 10.30am-12pm
A chance to buy delicious homemade cakes and the chance to try out Easter crafts. Admission is free.
Ballroom & Latin American Social Dance
Where: St Mark's Hall, Hinton Wood Ave, BH23 5AA
When: 8pm-10.20pm
Social Dance for Ballroom & Latin American dancers
Some popular sequences included. Good sized dance floor. Best of recorded dance music. Bring your own refreshments.
Sunday, April 10
Life Drawing Class
Where: Corn Exchange, Dorchester, DT1 1HF
When: 2pm-4.30pm
Join the group for a unique take on the traditional life-drawing class. Alive & Drawing events feature varied and sometimes surprising set-ups, using props, music, lights, costumes, movement, narrative, masks and more to inspire you and awaken the artist’s sense of adventure.
Suitable for all abilities and any age over 10yrs. Beginners very welcome!
Materials like charcoal, pencils rubbers, fixative, ink, pastels, easels and drawing boards are provided, and tickets can be purchased here.
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