Five fun things you can do in Doncaster this weekend

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Summer is here and it is the perfect time to get out of the house and enjoy the many attractions Doncaster has to offer.

Summer is here and it is the perfect time to get out of the house and enjoy the many attractions Doncaster has to offer.

Are you looking for something fun to do this weekend? We have found five events here in Doncaster that would be lovely to attend.

Vinyl Night

Brewery Tap is hosting Kingsgate Records and Events for a special vinyl night.

Guests are encouraged to bring their own vinyl's and share stories about their favourite music.

The event is open to collectors and enthusiasts as well as anyone who is interested in the vinyl world.

There will be a selection of vinyl's available to buy on the night.

Date: June 26, 5pm

Location: 7 Young Street, Doncaster, DN1 3EL

Find out more about Doncaster Brewery Tap here.

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Flat Racing

A lively day of flat racing will be on at Doncaster Racecourse on Friday, June 26.

The turf track will see a full card of races throughout the afternoon.

A great event for people looking to have fun in the summer sun, enjoy drinks and a great atmosphere.

Date: June 26, 11.50am

Location:

Tickets: £21

Racecourse tickets can be found here.

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Lady Jane Digby wins the first race at the new look Doncaster Racecourse, on the St Leger trial day (Picture: Liz Robinson D1595LR)

Armed Forces Day

A military parade will set off through the City Centre at 11am.

There will be veterans, youth cadets and army personnel.

A celebration will take place in Elmfield Park after the parade until 5pm.

Live music, interactive exhibitions and displays will be on offer for anyone who attends.

Date: June 27, 11am

Location: City Centre and Elmfield Park

Ticket information can be found here.

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Detective show

Doncaster Little Theatre will be the home of show ‘Waste’ on June 26 and 27.

The performance follows two detectives who are pursuing a ruthless killer.

‘Watch’ has been written and directed by Will Tollerfield.

Date: June 26, 27 - 7.30pm

Location: 1 King Street, Doncaster, DN1 1JD

Tickets can be found here - more information about the theatre can be found here.

England V Panama Live

The big game will be broadcast on three large screens at the Doncaster Dome on June 27.

The band 48k’s will be performing before the match and there will be eight bars fully stocked.

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A DJ will be playing classic footie tunes and the atmosphere will be unmatched.

Date: June 27, 7pm

Location: Bawtry Road, Doncaster, DN4 7PD

Tickets: £12.50

Tickets can be purchased here.

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