Creating the perfect summer vibe, whether it’s a break from shopping, brunch, date night, pre drinks or catching up with friends, Live@The Square will be the place to be in Bournemouth this summer!
We aim to bring a ‘slice of summer’ to Bournemouth Square with our fresh, vibrant activity hub and entertainment zone, ‘Live@The Square.’ Drawing upon the success of our previous summer venues, we will offer a wide range of activities within the bar area and in the entertainment zone.
Most of our activities are free and there is no need to book. We are offering a number of craft classes where booking is required and there is a charge.To book your place on the Paint a canvas session, with local artist and teacher, Anna, please select the "Book Now" option below. These sessions are on Saturday 27th July and Sunday August 4th.
All ages are welcome and no experience is needed. All the equipment is provided so all we need is YOU! Paint your own masterpiece and take it home- Put it on display or gift it to someone you love. £25 per person.
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The bar area will house a full size tennis table and a foosball table. Large outdoor game favourites such as Chess and Connect Four will offer visitors an opportunity for nostalgia, combined with an exciting bar menu with equal focus on non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages.
Food
Our hot food offering is ideal for sharing, with multiple sharing platter options, whether it be with family, couples or groups of friends.
Guests can enjoy a great selection of locally sourced produce, tasty cheeses, dry cured meats and more. In addition to our charcuterie boards, we will provide a ‘ loaded Hotdog ’ bar serving our exclusive Square Dogs, and a wrap bar for children. All of our offerings will include plant based alternatives and cater for smaller appetites, we provide both large and small portion sizes for each food option.
Play@The Table
The bar will be stocked with ‘Play@the table’ boxes: These consist of board games, packs of cards and activity books for younger visitors which can be borrowed to play at the tables and for seating within the bar.
Live@The Square
The live performance element of our event
Play@The Square
Aimed at all ages, our Play@ slots will be something that a whole family can enjoy together: we believe that play isn’t just for kids! We aim to reignite all our visitors’ connection to their inner child, with fun and interactive workshops such as giant bubble making, Circus Skills, Samba, family card games, table tennis demonstrations and Chess instruction.
Create@The Square
Dance@The Square
Taste@The Square
The delicious element of our event
With such an array of well regarded independent restaurants, Bournemouth already has a lot to offer visitors for eating and drinking well. We will provide interactive and fun food demonstrations and ‘have a go’ workshops. From sushi workshops led by a local business, to Professional BBQ demonstrations, local cheese tasting and guest gin nights. Our Taste@The Square will also include a programme for children including pizza making and cupcake decorating.