Hampshire is set for another exciting year in 2024, with an array of large-scale events and festivals. Home to a host of food and music festivals, family fun events, and special anniversaries, you're sure to find plenty of exciting events to include Hampshire in your holiday plans. 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, the largest seaborne invasion ever, and one that changed the course of history. There will be a host of anniversary events across the region, both on the 6th June but also throughout the year at The D-Day Story in Portsmouth. Jane Austen House will also be celebrating its 75th anniversary as a museum before the county marks the 250th anniversary of Jane’s birth in 2025.
Grab your calendar and start planning your next visit to Hampshire, here are some of the most popular events happening across the county in 2024 - The Alresford Watercress Festival (19th May 2024), Basingstoke Festival (21st June - 7th July 2024), Farnborough International Airshow (22nd - 26th July 2024), Winchester Hat Fair (30th June - 1st July 2024), Beaulieu Supercar Weekend, Beaulieu (3rd - 4th August), Victorious Festival Portsmouth (23rd - 25th August 2024), International Kite Festival, Portsmouth (27th - 28th July 2024), New Forest & Hampshire Country Show, (30th July - 1st August 2024), Southampton International Boat Show (13th - 22nd September 2024), all filling the Hampshire calendar to bursting.
To find out what's on in Hampshire today or this weekend, explore our featured list below or use the 'what's on search box' above to narrow down your required date. Families on a budget can look out for the many free events (F) taking place, you'll also find plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or on a weekend break. Hampshire's fertile rural landscape means that food and drink play a big part in the county's event calendar with local produce championed and enjoyed through Farmers' Markets, beer festivals, celebrity visits, and plenty of tasting opportunities!
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Special Events
Southsea
Portsmouth's civic commemoration of D-Day at The D-Day Memorial near Southsea Seafront.
Childrens Events
Winchester
OLIVIER AWARD NOMINATED FOR BEST FAMILY SHOW 2024
A Dino-Mite Adventure direct from the West End!
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family.
Grab your compass and join…
Festival
Burley
Does your pooch deserve some love this summer?
Dogstival returns to the Burley Park, in the heart of the New Forest National Park on 1st & 2nd June 2024 and is packed full of canine approved entertainment.
Theatre
Winchester
The Adventures of Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Lofting, adapted by Oliver Gray. This funny, much-loved and exciting family adventure will be performed in the grounds of the Lower Deanery Garden for all ages to enjoy.
Theatre
Winchester
Dr Louise Newson, leading medical expert on menopause and hormones, is embarking on her inaugural UK theatre tour accompanied by Dublin-based comedian Anne Gildea.
Hormones and Menopause – The Great Debate aims to educate and challenge…
Music
Winchester
DS:UK comes full circle and return in 2024 with their highly anticipated Alchemical Tour - their tribute to the Dire Straits infamous live Alchemy album, which was released as the first live album recorded during the final nights of the 1982 - 1983…
Arts
Emsworth
ART EXHIBITION
Emsworth Art Group
2 & 3 NOV ~ 10am to 4pm
Local Scenes and Artwork by Local Artists
Exciting and Original paintings in various media and subjects including local scenes and abstract art.
Hand-painted items including jewellery,…
Music
Exbury, Southampton
21st Century ABBA Tribute's faithful recreation of ABBA's signature harmonies and iconic looks makes for one electrifying live performance. Expect to hear all of ABBA's greatest hits, including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo and many more!…
Music
Exbury, Southampton
Get ready for a magical evening of Motown by Moonlight, sundown soul, and disco at dusk! Capitol Motown and Soul Band are the perfect combination of sensational energy, talented vocalists, and polished musicians. Put on your dancing shoes as the sun…
Music
Exbury, Southampton
The finest tribute to the bestselling band of all time, The Upbeat Beatles capture the energy and heart of the original fab four with a setlist jam packed with hits. Take a journey through the Beatles' incredible discography from Love me do to Let…
Theatre
Winchester
British actress, comedian and singer, Dame Patricia Routledge, is best known for her role as Hyacinth Bucket in the BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances, for which she was nominated for the BAFTA TV Award for Best Light Entertainment Performance in…
Outdoor Event / Activities
New Forest
Embark on a journey of wonder as, for the first time, Beaulieu's Mill Pond Walk becomes home to an all-new Fairy and Dragon willow sculpture trail!
From 18th May to 30th June, the tranquil meandering path of the Mill Pond Walk will be transformed…
General event
Farnborough
Explore everything the Farnborough International Airshow has to offer, from its leading show features to unparalleled networking opportunities, all centred around the key themes of the industry today.
Food
Whiteley, Fareham
Sunday 16th June from 12pm-5pm
Bring Dad and celebrate a truly special day. Indulge in a delicious BBQ lunch with a glass of beer for dad while listening to the sounds of 'Solo Sax'.
Come and enjoy the entertainment and meet our famous Thwaites…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Beaulieu
Treat your Papa to a relaxing paddle on the stunning Beaulieu River this Father's Day with New Forest Activities. Enjoy paddling together through the Beaulieu River Nature Reserve as a family, ending at the Master Builder's pub on the riverside…
Father's Day
Churchill Way West, Basingstoke
Wander the cobbled streets and immerse yourself in our living history. Fathers visiting during the weekend will be gifted a ration card which can be exchanged for half a pint of beer in the pub or 2oz of sweets in the sweet shop.
Comedy
Winchester
Scotland's queen of comedy Fern Brady (Taskmaster, Live at the Apollo, Roast Battle, Russell Howard, The Last Leg) is back on tour with a brand new show. What happens when you get everything you want and it's not enough? This is a great show to come…
Heritage & History
HAVENSTREET
If you love cars, lorries, bikes, trucks or any type of vehicle, then this is the event for you! Everything on display is someone’s pride and joy, from the vintage truck, an old-fashioned bicycle to a modern day beautifully polished car. There will…
Music
Winchester
The UK's most exciting Fleetwood Mac tribute
Fleetwood Unchained transcends the typical tribute band label, embodying a sincere tribute to the enduring legacy of Fleetwood Mac. With meticulous precision, the group replicates the distinct sound and…
Exhibition
Exbury, Southampton
In 2024 the country is commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-day and as part of the commemorations, Friends of New Forest Airfields (FONFA) is taking the opportunity to promote understanding of the great events that took place and the people…