Event Details
Date: Sunday 30th August 2026 | 10:00am – 11:30pm
Location: Boscombe High Street
Increase The Peace Festival
Increase the Peace Festival returns to Boscombe this August, bringing together music, arts, culture and community action for a day long celebration across Boscombe High Street.
Created to inspire positive change and strengthen community connections, the festival showcases the creativity, diversity and energy that make Boscombe such a vibrant place to live, work and visit. Through live performances, workshops, family activities and community led initiatives, the event encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to come together and celebrate what makes the area unique.
Live Music and Entertainment
Music sits at the heart of the festival, with a packed programme of performances taking place throughout the day and into the evening.
Visitors can enjoy a diverse range of live acts spanning multiple genres, alongside dance performances, spoken word, street entertainment and cultural showcases. The festival’s mix of local talent and visiting artists creates a lively atmosphere across Boscombe’s venues and public spaces.
Whether you’re discovering new artists or supporting familiar faces from the local scene, there will be plenty to experience throughout the day.
Arts, Culture and Creative Activities
Alongside the music programme, the festival offers a variety of creative experiences designed to engage and inspire.
From art exhibitions and interactive workshops to community projects and hands on activities, visitors will have the opportunity to get involved and explore the creativity that thrives across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
These activities help make the festival accessible for all ages while providing opportunities to learn new skills, meet new people and celebrate local culture.
Supporting Local Communities
Increase the Peace is more than a festival. It is a community led initiative that works to bring people together through positive experiences and shared purpose.
The event supports local charities, community groups and grassroots organisations, helping to raise awareness and funding for projects that make a difference across Boscombe and the wider area.
By attending the festival, visitors are helping to support initiatives that strengthen communities, encourage inclusion and create lasting social impact.
Discover Boscombe
The festival provides an opportunity to explore everything Boscombe has to offer.
With activity taking place across the high street and surrounding venues, visitors can discover local businesses, independent retailers, cafés, restaurants and community spaces while enjoying the festival atmosphere.
Events such as Increase the Peace play an important role in showcasing Boscombe as a welcoming destination and supporting the local economy by encouraging footfall and engagement throughout the area.
Event Information
Increase the Peace Festival 2026
📅 Sunday 30 August 2026
📍 Boscombe High Street, Bournemouth
🎵 Live music, arts, workshops and community activities
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly event