As well as being a hub for swimming, classes, gym and sports, Littledown Centre and its surrounding parkland is also popular for community, sporting and social events.
This spring, residents and visitors can look forward to a diverse programme of events in the build-up to Easter. From live music nights, sporting events, discos, exhibitions, and much more, there’s plenty to see and do.
Littledown’s event programme has been created to bring people together, provide more leisure and entertainment opportunities, and celebrate and raise awareness of local businesses, activities, and services.
Littledown also frequently hosts private events, parties, clubs and sporting competitions including swimming galas, discos, sports events and dance tournaments.
Littledown Centre is operated by BH Live in partnership with BCP Council. BH Live is a registered charity and social enterprise, committed to community health and wellbeing.
On behalf of BH Live, Shelley Lincoln, General Manager at Littledown, shared;
“We’re excited to welcome another vibrant programme of events at Littledown this spring. Our aim is always to create opportunities for people of all ages to come together, try something new, and enjoy everything our centre and parkland have to offer. From live music and family activities to sports events and exhibitions, there truly is something for everyone.
“With the support of local partners, clubs and businesses, we’re proud to continue to bring these events to life to support the health and wellbeing of our community.”
For further information on upcoming events at Littledown, visit facebook.com/littledowncentre/events.
The following public events and attractions are scheduled to take place at Littledown Centre – all information correct at the time of writing.
What’s on at Littledown?
Lookout at Littledown
Lookout at Littledown is the centre’s vibrant dining hub, with a stylish bar, outdoor terrace, colourful beach hut booths, and live music nights. The menu has something for everyone – from vegan and gluten-free bites to burgers, pizzas, wings, and fresh salad bowls.
Breakfast is served 11am–12pm, with main meals from midday until an hour before closing. Regular events, live music, and private hire make Lookout the place to be.
Families welcome (under 18s with an adult). Service animals only.
Events and live music are held regularly throughout the year. Littledown is also available for private hire. More information can be found online at bhliveactive.org.uk/littledown/lookout-at-littledown.
Flamingo Quingo
Lookout at Littledown
From 7:30pm
£2 per person (18+ only) – winner takes all
Already a firm favourite with locals, Flamingo Quingo is an interactive quiz night packed with music, comedy, and games hosted by Punch Entertainments. Why not enjoy a bite to eat while you play? (Food is available in Lookout at Littledown until 8pm) Upcoming dates are:
Thursday 26 March
Thursday 30 April
Thursday 21 May
K-pop Disco
Littledown Studio
1pm & 2:30pm | Tuesday 7 April
£7.50 per child (ages 4-12 years old – supervising adult/guardian goes free)
Get ready to shine, move, and light up the dance floor at our ultimate K-pop disco, hosted by Get-Up and Groove!
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon packed with high-energy dance battles, exciting competitions, glowing neon lights, and nonstop K-pop hits!
Dress to impress in your best K-pop inspired outfit for a chance to win an awesome prize!
Book your tickets in advance at bhliveactive.org.uk/whats-on/k-pop-disco
Charles Cole Easter Family Fun Fair
Littledown Parkland
12pm-2pm | 2pm-4pm | 5pm-6pm
Saturday 28 March – Sunday 12 April 2026
£12.99 for two hour wristband (suitable for all ages)
Charles Cole’s Family Fun Fairs are back again to bring you Family Fun Land at Littledown this Easter! Experience thrilling rides like Star Flyer, Runaway Train, Mini Waltzer, and Helter Skelter, plus many more.
No booking required – just pay on arrival.
Oasiss Tribute Night
Lookout at Littledown
From 7pm | Saturday 25 April
£10 per person (over 18s only)
An Oasis tribute night packed with all the greatest tunes and anthems!
Two 45 minute sets at 8pm and 9:15pm with DJ Tom keeping the party alive in between.
Sing it loud, feel it in your chest, and lose yourself in the songs that defined a generation. From the first chord to the final chorus, this is a night built on attitude, emotion, and pure rock ’n’ roll spirit.
So don’t look back, don’t overthink it, and don’t miss out!
Book your tickets in advance at bhliveactive.org.uk/whats-on/oasiss-tribute-night
Little Pickles Market
Littledown Sports Hall
£1.50 entry (no charge for children)
Little Pickles provides customers with the opportunity to buy or sell second-hand maternity wear, nursery furniture, bikes, books, DVDs, games, clothes, toys and much more. Upcoming dates are:
Sunday 22 March
Sunday 17 May
Sunday 19 July
Sunday 13 September
Sunday 29 November
The Paint Club
Lookout at Littledown
7pm – 9pm | Wednesday 27 May
£33 (18+ only)
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting at Lookout at Littledown! One of The Paint Club’s friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to create your very own work of art – a rainbow tree.
Each artist brings their own unique flair, so your painting might look a little different to the one shown on the website, but that’s all part of the fun!
All the painting materials you’ll need, including your canvas, are included in the ticket price.
For more information and to book tickets, visit thepaintclub.co.uk
Bournemouth Bug Show
Littledown Sports Hall
From 11am | Sunday 31 May
Tickets from £5 (free entry for 12s and under)
Bournemouth’s premier bug and invert show returns to Littledown for 2026!
The Bournemouth Bug Show was formed in 2023 when a group of invert and reptile lovers came together to meet and talk about everything bug related.
Having this common interest quickly helped those attending realise they had found their tribe. Feeling connected to others is an important part of human nature and we believe that the entomology community provides a safe space for real human connection.
Book your tickets in advance at bournemouthbugshow.co.uk/tickets
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Notes to Editors:
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About BH Live
Champions of community engagement, health and wellness across Dorset, Hampshire, and London
BH Live, a registered charity and social enterprise, is a leading operator of sports and leisure centres, theatres, and event venues. Our vision is to create sustainable and inspiring opportunities, deliver great experiences for our communities, and improve health and well-being.
With a strong commitment to accessibility and community engagement, BH Live continues to enhance the quality of people’s lives, health and wellbeing in the communities it serves.
BH Live was established in 2010. Local authority partners include BCP Council, Portsmouth City Council and Croydon Council.
We are at the heart of the UK’s growing social economy. Together with our partners we are helping to change lives and make a positive impact in the community.
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BH Live is a leisure and cultural trust, established in 2010 as a ‘non profit distributing organisation’ (NPDO) for public benefit to promote participation in leisure and cultural events. BH Live is a Company Limited by Guarantee and Registered Charity. Charity No: 1138311. Company No: 07092112. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. BH Live (Enterprises) Ltd, is a Private Company Limited by Shares and a wholly owned subsidiary of BH Live. Company No: 07175626. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. Registered Office: Bournemouth International Centre, Exeter Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5BH. Registered in England and Wales.
About Littledown Centre
Littledown is operated by the registered charity BH Live in partnership with BCP Council.
Set in 47 acres of parkland, Littledown has some of the finest leisure, swimming, football and gym facilities in the country.
It is ranked among the top performing leisure centres in the UK, is accredited by quality scheme QUEST and is a National Fitness Award winner for the Local Authority/Leisure Trust Gym of the Year and finalist for the Best Group Exercise Gym of the Year.
It has more than 1.2 million attendances a year and is home to clubs including BH Live’s Swimming Academy, Swim Bournemouth, Littledown Juniors Football Club and Play Football. Indoor facilities include 25-metre and 17-metre swimming pools for lane swimming, public swimming sessions, pool-based classes and lessons. There is also a splash pool, steam room and sauna.
The venue has one of the largest gyms in the region complete with activity programmes for young people, and support for people recovering from an illness, injury or who are living with a long-term health condition. There are multiple training zones with ground level and lift access. There is something to suit every activity preference and level of fitness with cardio equipment, free weights and functional fitness training space. Hundreds of group exercise classes run seven days a week such as Group Cycle sessions, circuits, yoga, Pilates, HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) and Les Mills™ classes including BodyBalance, BodyPump, BodyCombat, BodyAttack, Sprint and more.
There is a large sports hall for events and multi-sport activities including trampolining, badminton, table tennis, football and gymnastics. Open to members and non members is Littledown’s Terrace Café (with soft play for under 5s) and Lookout at Littledown Bar, each with free customer WiFi. Here you can buy all sorts of snacks, meals and drinks to enjoy indoors or outdoors for al fresco refueling, eating, drinking and socialising.
Outdoor features include six floodlit 3G rubber crumb training pitches, grass football pitches, parkland for recreation and events, a cricket pitch and pavilion, lake, children’s playground, a paddling pool (open summer months only), outdoor catering and free customer parking for up to three hours seven days a week. Littledown Park is also home to Littledown Miniature Railway.
ANPR is in operation at BH Live Active, Littledown. Customers get free customer parking for up to 3 hours seven days a week. Charges apply for longer stays.
For more visit bhliveactive.org.uk/littledown
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