The Beach Fest Bournemouth Celebrity Soccer Tournament brings celebrity beach football to Toft Beach on 15 August 2026, with the day’s matches played to raise funds for the M.A.T.E Charity. It’s a chance to watch a familiar sport in an unfamiliar setting — the ball on sand rather than grass, and the sea as a backdrop.
What to expect
Beach soccer swaps the usual pitch for a marked-out area on the sand, making for a faster, more improvised game that suits the relaxed, summery mood of the seafront. With celebrities taking part and the whole event geared towards a good cause, the atmosphere is friendly rather than fiercely competitive, and it makes an easy afternoon out for spectators of all ages.
Planning your visit
August is one of the busiest months on the Bournemouth coast, so it’s worth thinking about parking and transport in advance and arriving in good time. Start times, entry details and how to support the M.A.T.E Charity are confirmed by the organisers, so check the official listing for the latest information before the day.
Dates & times
- 15 August 2026