Arts by the Sea Festival returns this September from Friday 26 – Sunday 28th as The South West’s biggest celebration of art, culture, people and place. This year’s theme, WE ARE HERE, is a bold celebration of community, creativity and the power of place as the festival amplifies homegrown talent and those who call Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole home. With a range of walkabout acts, art installations, musical performances and workshops over the weekend, Bournemouth town centre will be filled with colour, creativity and art in a not-to-miss event!