Hosting an Event in Weymouth
Whether you’re planning a community get-together, a sporting competition, or a large-scale festival, Weymouth is the perfect place to bring people together. The town offers a variety of open outdoor spaces ideal for events of all sizes — from the sandy stretch of Weymouth Beach to the vibrant green of Lodmoor Country Park, and many more in between.
While some events are confirmed early in the year, our programme continues to evolve to reflect local interest, seasonal opportunities, and fresh ideas. We’re always open to new and exciting additions!
If you’re interested in holding an event, you’re in the right place. Below you’ll find all the information, policies, fees and charges and forms you’ll need to get started.
Please note the green events guide is currently undergoing updates and will be included on this website soon.
Application Forms
To enable Weymouth Town Council and where appropriate, Dorset Council, to fully consider and assess your event application; you will need to complete the Event or Activity Enquiry Form and may be asked to fill out the Full Application Form.
To submit an enquiry for an event or activity you might be planning, simply fill out the form below:
By submitting this form, you agree for Weymouth Town Council to share these details with partner agencies (such as the Police, Safety Advisory Group, Fire etc).
Please note: This form is the first step in the event application process. Please be aware that additional documentation and information may be necessary. Refer to our event policy that can be found on this page for a comprehensive understanding of the application process.
Applications should be submitted generally 3 months prior to the event date; although this will vary depending on the scale of your proposed activities. Larger major events could take between 6 and 12 months or more to organise and plan.
You may also consider looking at Weymouth Town Council grant scheme. Organisations that work with communities in our area are able to apply for a grant from us to help fund new projects, equipment, events or training. More information on this can be found here: Grants – Weymouth Town Council | Weymouth Town Council
Weymouth Town Council collaborates closely with the Safety Advisory Group (SAG), and all large events and in most cases brand new events are required to go through their review process. We highly recommend that new event organisers visit the SAG website for a wealth of helpful information and documentation including an event management plan template. You’ll find guidance on planning community events, large-scale events, and other specific topics that may be relevant to you. For further details, please visit their website.
Contact
Finally, if you’re planning an event in Weymouth, we are here to help, so please do not hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to hearing from you.
All event enquiries are directed to:
Events, Weymouth Town Council, The New Town Hall, Commercial Road, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 8NG
Tel: 01305 239 306