#TOC2025
FEATURED EVENTS
This is more than a year of events—it’s a movement to celebrate who we are, what we create, and what brings us together. As we near the end of 2025, Towns of Culture is going out with a bang! Take a look at these fabulous events in November and December. You can see all the brilliant events happening in Portland & Weymouth on the VISIT DORSET website and WEYPORTWHATWHEN
ARTS
The Final Journey
Nov 15-19th Nov 2025
Royal Manor Theatre
Isle of Portland, Dorset
Born from conversations about life’s final journey, this project unites 25 local voices in artful reflection on death, grief, and remembrance. In partnership with the Grief Café,and Dorset Downs Burial Meadows.
Come and see this thoughtful exhibition exploring death and dying, plus a full programme of events,.
Part funded by Reveal - Portland & Weymouth Towns of Culture 2025
THEATRE
Yule Be Merry
21-23 DEC 2025
St Nic's Gallery, Weymouth
A heartwarming, family-friendly show a pay-what-you-can festive treat for ages 5 yrs +. The antidote to panto — shorter, sillier, and bursting with joy!
Keep your eyes peeled for Noel & Holly sharing their Cracking Christmas Tips to cure your seasonal stresses in Weymouth town centre too.
Funded by Reveal – Portland & Weymouth Towns of Culture 2025
COMMUNITY
Advent(ure)
Portland
dates coming soon
Portland Advent(ure) is coming this December!
Get ready as the island transforms into a living advent calendar — with 12 surprise pop-up performances appearing in unexpected places, from pub corners to schoolyards - a touch of winter magic across the island.
Featuring local and visiting artists, Destination Opera, the Voices Unbound Community Choir, and a heartwarming finale at The Cove House Inn.
FREE
Funded by Portland & Weymouth Towns of Culture 2025
EXHIBITION
ART
Six Go Down To
The Seaside
Nov 7-10th 2025
St Nics Gallery, 11 St Nicholas St,
Weymouth DT4 8AA
A four-day photographic exhibition honouring the unique perspectives that capture Weymouth’s heart and soul.
Featuring the remarkable work of Martin Parr, Si Jubb, Peter Dench, Ian Mckell, Paul Webster and Finnbarr Webster. A showcase of powerful images that reflect the town’s evolving identity, landscapes, and people.
Part funded by Portland & Weymouth Towns of Culture 2025
COMMUNITY
Under The Stars
Nov 28th 7pm
Sandsfoot Castle Gardens, Weymouth DT4 9JT
A free, family-friendly night of stargazing!
Explore Saturn, the Moon & constellations with local experts from Weymouth Astronomy Club, plus enjoy storytelling, art & sky tours.
Come wonder with us — under the stars!
Part funded by Reveal - Portland & Weymouth Towns of Culture 2025
HERITAGE
Tudor Christmas
More info soon
Step Back in Time at Tudor House Museum!
Join us for a magical weekend where history comes alive! Hands-on Tudor crafts, carol singing, and Renaissance music performed on heritage instruments.
Experience the sights, sounds, and even tastes of the past as local storyteller guides bring Tudor tales to life.
Part funded by Reveal - Portland & Weymouth Towns of Culture 2025
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