Weymouth Yuletide Steampunk Weekend
Visitors can experience a fantasy-infused holiday celebration featuring steampunks, pirates, elves, and sci-fi characters. The weekend features an alternative market, seafront promenades, town centre make-and-upcycle workshops, and fashion displays by Weymouth College students. Entertainment options include ghost tours led by a local historian, a steampunk cabaret, pub performances, and the Annual Dolmen Yule Ball.
What to Expect
Steampunk and fantasy holiday festival featuring parades, markets, and cabaret.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
We Are Weymouth
Food & Drink
Cream teas and Sunday roasts are mentioned across town during the weekend; no specific event food or drink vendors are identified.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Steampunk and fantasy fans of all ages
Vibe
Imaginative and theatrical
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Tips & Advice
- Come in costume or come as you are, because visitors can join in or just watch, and the steampunks welcome questions.
- Get there on Friday to catch the ghost tours led by a local historian and the Steampunk Cabaret, which both run that night.
- Plan your Saturday evening around the Annual Dolmen Yule Ball or the convivial, with live acts playing in many of the pubs.
- Head into the town centre to upcycle and make your own at one of the two workshops held over the weekend.
- Wrap up warm for Sunday's promenade along the seafront, which is followed by the second day of the Alternative Market.
Special Events & Promotions
- Friday night: ghost tours led by a local historian, plus a Steampunk Cabaret.
- Saturday night: the Annual Dolmen Yule Ball or the convivial, with live acts in many of the pubs.
- Sunday: a promenade along the seafront, followed by the second day of the Alternative Market.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yuletide Weekend suitable for families?
Yes. There are events for the whole family, and performers entertain all ages on Saturday and Sunday.
Do I have to dress up to take part?
No. You can join in or just watch. Steampunks, pirates, elves, faeries and sci-fi fans all come, and you're welcome to ask them questions.
What's on during the evenings?
On Friday night there are ghost tours led by a local historian and a Steampunk Cabaret. On Saturday night there's the Annual Dolmen Yule Ball or the convivial, plus live acts in many of the pubs.
Are there hands-on activities?
Yes. Two workshops in the town centre let you upcycle and make your own. Weymouth College students also have steampunk fashion on display.
What happens on Sunday?
There's a promenade along the seafront, then the second day of the Alternative Market. Cream teas and Sunday roasts are on offer across town.
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