Bourne Free
Events
Celebrating Pride all year round!
What's On?
There’s always something to look forward to with Bourne Free! From our annual Pride celebrations and unforgettable festival weekends to exciting events, entertainment and community gatherings throughout the year, we’re all about bringing people together to celebrate love, diversity and everything that makes our LGBTQ+ community so special.
Whether you’re joining us for a fabulous night out, getting involved in our Pride celebrations or looking for your next excuse to get together with friends, there’s something for everyone. We can’t wait to welcome you along!
Scroll down to explore our upcoming events, discover what’s coming up next and find all the details you need to get involved. Keep checking back for the latest announcements, new events and ticket information — we’ve got plenty to look forward to!
Upcoming Events
The Big Gay Quiz in Support of World AIDS Day
Join us for The Big Gay Quiz in support of World AIDS Day! Hosted by the fabulous Dick Hollandaise, head down to The Goat & Tricycle on Tuesday, 1st December 2026 at 7 PM for a night of brilliant trivia, great fun, and fundraising for National AIDS Trust. Entry is £5 per person, with maximum team sizes of 6.
Adult Panto - Snow White The High Hoe!
Bourne Free’s adult panto is back for 2027! Get ready for Snow White: The High Hoe! — a wickedly funny, outrageously cheeky twist on the classic fairy tale. Join us at the Barrington Centre this January for a gloriously grown-up night out that’s anything but happily ever after.
Bourne Free Pride Festival 2027
Bourne Free is back for 2027! Bournemouth’s pride celebration returns to Meyrick Park this July for a weekend packed with live music, local stalls, and our famous parade through town. From the Friday night launch right through to Sunday’s family day, it’s all about coming together to celebrate our LGBTQ+ community. Save the dates, grab your glitter, and we'll see you there!
Past Events
The Sparkle Ball 2026
The Sparkle Ball 2026 was an absolute showstopper, packed with non-stop laughter, delicious food, and glittering energy! Hosts Davina Sparkle and Lady Alan brought the house down, Forever Elton hit all the right notes, and DJ Clarkey kept the dance floor packed all night. Best of all, your raffle generosity raised a huge amount for Bourne Free—we already can't wait to do it all over again next year!
Pride Festival 2026
What a weekend! Bourne Free Festival 2026 brought the Pride, the party and the people to Meyrick Park for another unforgettable celebration of our LGBTQ+ community. Headlined by Kerry Katona and drag superstar Michael Marouli, alongside a whole host of talented artists and fabulous performers, the festival was packed with incredible entertainment, feel-good vibes and plenty of reasons to celebrate.
Pride Parade 2026
The Bourne Free Pride Parade 2026 brought colour, energy and community spirit to the streets of Bournemouth, as businesses, organisations and individuals from near and far came together to march with pride. United by a shared message of love, equality and inclusion, the parade was a powerful reminder that Pride is about celebrating who we are, supporting one another and making sure everyone feels they belong.
Adult Panto 2026: Jack Off The Bean Stalk
Our latest adult panto delivered outrageous laughs, saucy jokes and glitter galore. Viewers witnessed a cheeky twist on the classic Beanstalk tale, packed with all the fabulous fun, mischief and mayhem you’ve come to love from Bourne Free.
Adult Panto 2025:
A-Lad-In
This hugely popular production which formed the Sam Callahan and Jack Draper bromance. Genies unforgettable rendition of 'Popular', proof that a magic carpet ride is all just smoke and mirrors. How much joy three bags of washing can bring?
Adult Panto 2024: Sindarella Balls Deep
We welcomed Jack Draper to the cast. Returning: Lea, Jax, Nicole, Lady Alan and Sally Vate. That Magical Transformation scene. Plus the introduction of the 'Quick Change Medley'
Adult Panto 2023:
Peter Pansy
Our first show back, post Covid. In our new home, The Barrington. Who can forget that crash landing through the window!
“He loved that chopper he did.”
We welcomed Mrs Moore, Lady Alan, Nicole, and Dandy Issues to the fold. Returning: Lea, Jax, Jason Burch and Sam Callahan.
Adult Panto 2020: Snow White - Rotten to the Core
Our last production at the Shelley Theatre. Starred Lea, Cosmic, Lucinda, a bloke from Corrie and Chloe Akam from SKABDA.
Adult Panto 2019:
A-Lad-In
Our first take on a low budget magic carpet ride with Sam Callahan as Aladdin and Lea Martin as Princess Jasmine. Jax's first panto was us as Spirit of the Ring and Danny Mills as Wishy Washy, Cosmic and Lucinda as AbaGaga.