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Boats of Dreams Workshop

Boats of Dreams workshop for the Portland Parade!

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Big Flinger

Watch Out! Emerald Ant are taking military occupation of the High Angle Battery.

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Opportunity

Open Call: REVEAL – Portland and Weymouth Towns of Culture Commissions

Apply for up to £10K - deadline 15th August

b-side BIG weekend 2025

b-side’s Big Weekend honours the spirit of Portland and Weymouth as Towns of Culture 2025, revealing untold stories from our island.

With inspirational artists and communities as your guide, discover memories from the armed forces, moments of joy and resilience in LGBTQ+ lives, and heartfelt testimonies from those seeking asylum.

Whether you’re joining a mass stitching workshop to complete the Portland Dress, or dancing in a boxing ring, come celebrate the extraordinary people, captivating stories, and creative spirit that make Portland truly unique.

EVENTS + EXHIBITIONS

What will your b-side look like this year? Get planning

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Check out our guide to visiting the island, enjoying the festival, accessibility and more!

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FRINGE

Watch out – the brilliant Fringe is about!

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Towns of Culture 2025

Portland & Weymouth are Towns of Culture 2025 - listen in to find out more!

"Thank you so much for bringing something new to Portland. My daughter and I had lots of fun and everyone was extremely friendly."

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“In its every breath it has everything to do with the place and people”

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“b-side festival never disappoints, it surprises and delights. We explore the unknown and the unseen.”

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