Bournemouth International Centre (BIC), is kicking off 2026 with a vibrant programme of music, culture, comedy, and live entertainment.

The first half of the year features an impressive roster of stars, including Jason Derulo, Rick Astley, Russell Howard, Blue, Kaiser Chiefs, Miriam Margolyes, and many more. With performances from comedic royalty, big personalities, and international superstars, there’s plenty to keep audiences thrilled.

BH Live, the registered charity that operates the venue, is building on the success of 2025 by continuing to expand and diversify its events programme for audiences across the region.

Alongside its entertainment line up, the venue will be hosting a wide range of major trade shows, conferences, and exhibitions that bring hundreds of thousands of visitors to the South Coast each year. Highlights already announced include the UK Open Dance Festival and the South Coast Darts Showdown.

Adding to the seasonal buzz, one of the South Coast’s largest indoor ice rinks, Cool Coast Ice Rink, is now open until Sunday 22 February 2026. With sessions available for all ages and abilities and brand-new themed skate party sessions, it offers a fun and active experience for families, friends, and skating enthusiasts. Tickets are bookable online at coolcoasticerink.co.uk.

Below is a snapshot of the entertainment performances scheduled to take place at Bournemouth International Centre between January - June 2026 – with more being added all the time (information correct at the time of writing).

To find out more, see what’s on, subscribe for show news, and get preshow ticket and event updates, visit bic.co.uk

January/February
Cool Coast Ice Rink (until 22 February 2026)
Peter Kay Live (Saturday 10 January 2026)
Les Mills – Free to attend Fitness Event (Sunday 11 January 2026) book via bhliveactive.org.uk
Cool Coast Ice Rink presents BAESIC – themed party session (Friday 16 January)
United Kingdom Open Dance Festival 2026 (Tuesday 20 January – Sunday 25 January)
Cool Coast Ice Rink presents Don’t Stop The Party Skate Night (Friday 23 January)
Cool Coast Ice Rink presents From Stage to Skates: A Musicals Skate Night (Friday 30 January)
An Evening with The Fast Show (Friday 30 January)
Jason Derulo: The Last Dance (Thursday 5 February)
Cool Coast Ice Rink presents Skate It Off! (Friday 6 February)
James Arthur: The Pisces World Tour (Wednesday 11 February)
Cool Coast Ice Rink presents The Swipe Left Skate Night: The Biggest Pop Punk Kits (Friday 13 February)
Nashville In Concert: The Encore Tour (Sunday 15 February)
Kaiser Chiefs: More Employment (Thursday 26 February)
Russell Howard: Don’t Tell The Algorithm (Saturday 28 February)

March/April
Harlem Globetrotters: 100 Years World Tour (Monday 2 March)
Gipsy Kings (Saturday 7 March)
Dr. Jordan B. Peterson: An Evening To Transform Your Life (Saturday 14 March)
The Very Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons – Starring Peter Andre (Saturday 21 March)
Diversity: Soul (Sunday 5 April)
Blue: 25^th Anniversary Tour (Wednesday 8 April)
South Coast Darts Showdown (Saturday 11 April)
Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! (Thursday 16 April)
Rick Astley: The Reflection Tour (Monday 20 April)
The Prodigy (Tuesday 21 April)
Paul Carrack (Saturday 25 April)

May/June
Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals (Thursday 21 May)
Kraftwerk: Multimedia Tour (Tuesday 2 June)
UB40 (Thursday 18 June)

On behalf of BH Live, Steve Turner, BH Live’s Associate Director of Venues said;

“We’re incredibly proud to unveil such a dynamic and diverse programme at Bournemouth International Centre. From global music icons and much‑loved comedians to major exhibitions, sporting showcases, and our ever‑popular Cool Coast Ice Rink, this year’s line‑up reflects our commitment to offering something for everyone.

“As a charity, BH Live is dedicated to enriching lives through great experiences, and the scale and variety of what’s coming to the BIC demonstrates just how vibrant and in‑demand great entertainment continues to be. We can’t wait to welcome residents and visitors for an unforgettable year of entertainment on the South Coast.”