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Discover what’s on this summer holiday in South East England, from family-friendly events and outdoor adventures to festivals, shows and interactive experiences across Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight. Whether you’re planning days out with the kids, looking for what’s on this weekend or exploring something new throughout the school holidays, you’ll find plenty of events to keep everyone entertained. Browse highlights across the summer and start planning memorable family days out.

The South East has a packed calendar of summer events, from dramatic firework displays and spectacular airshows to colourful carnivals and classic car shows. Alongside these, you'll find a host of free activities taking place throughout the summer holidays in 2026. With schools out for the summer, new events are being added all the time - so keep checking back and make the most of the holidays with an eventful summer across South East England.

Bekonscot Model Village and Railway in Buckinghamshire

Family-friendly events this summer holiday in South East England

Scroll down to explore a selection of family-friendly events taking place across South East England, or use the search filters to find something near you. Our featured events list is full of value-added experiences, from live music at the bandstand and outdoor adventure trails to living history events bringing the past to life. 

With events taking place right across the summer holidays, there’s always a new way to enjoy family days out in the South East. You can also explore events pages for each county across the region, or scroll to the bottom of the page for a full listing of events taking place across all nine counties this summer.

Summer Holidays FAQ's

If you're planning a trip to South East England this summer holiday to enjoy some of the many events on offer, you'll find answers to some common questions below.  You can also head over to the travel information page full of useful tips and information on different ways to visit. 

What's on in South East England today or this weekend?

There are events taking place every day during the summer holidays, including weekends. Use the search filters above to explore what’s on by date and location.

Are there any free events this summer holiday?

Head over to our free things to do page or enter 'Free' into the keyword search box above to find some of the free events available. You'll find free museums, airshows, art trails and music events which you can mix with other paid for events to make your budget go further this summer.

How can I plan a short break around an event?

If you are travelling from outside the region, there are plenty of great value accommodation choices to suit your needs for a summer getaway. You can also search by destinations to link up with the local official tourism websites across the region.

When are the summer school holidays in South East England?

Running from 22 July to 1 September 2026, the summer school holidays bring weeks of family-friendly events across South East England. Dates may vary slightly between counties, with Isle of Wight schools typically breaking up a few days later from 27 July.  The summer holidays also include the August Bank Holiday on Monday 31 August 2026, which always sees a host of events, family activities and music festivals running across the destination.  There is plenty to be excited about this summer, and with the weather forecast looking good too, plan your school summer holiday adventures right here.  

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Events near you this summer holiday in South East England

Looking for events nearby? Use the map view and search filters to explore what’s on across each county, or discover events happening close to where you’re staying

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  1. Outdoor Theatre: The Great Gatsby

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    Performing Arts

    New Forest

    This Is My Theatre presents The Great Gatsby on Thursday 13 August 2026.

    Step into the roaring 1920s, where the champagne flows, the jazz trumpet blows, and the American Dream gleams with irresistible allure. This electrifying stage adaptation of F…

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    13 Aug 2026Open 18:30 - 20:00
  2. Isle of Wight Garlic Festival

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    Festivals

    Sandown

    A heady mix of country fair, pop festival and a vampire’s worst nightmare, this festival offers everything for the family!

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    From:
    15 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026
  3. Afternoon Tea at Horwood House Hotel

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    Food

    Milton Keynes

    Experience a delicious afternoon tea, where every bite celebrates the season's bounty amidst the relaxing ambience of Horwood House, Buckinghamshire.

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    10 May 2026to31 July 2026
  4. Three New SS Shieldhall Sailings for 2026

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    Tour

    Southampton

    Southampton’s heritage steamship SS Shieldhall have announced some exciting additional sailings for their 2026 programme

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    7 Aug 2026Open 17:30 - 23:00
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    23 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 18:00
  5. Waterperry Opera Festival

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    Music

    Oxford

    The Waterperry Opera Festival takes place over 10 days in the Oxfordshire countryside.  

    Venue

    Waterperry Gardens, Oxford

    Dates

    From:
    7 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026
  6. Painting party with The Paint Club at Dark Arts Bar

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    Arts

    Southampton

    About the Event
    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

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    From:
    22 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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    26 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  7. Tour | British Landscapes: A Sense of Place

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    Arts

    Chichester

    Join one of our experienced guides for a tour of our current exhibition, British Landscapes: A Sense of Place.

    Explore our current exhibition British Landscapes: A Sense of Place with one of our guides and let them share their knowledge and passion…

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    15 Aug 2026Open 15:00 - 15:50
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    18 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 11:50
  8. Mansion Jazz: Claire Martin at Kew Wakehurst, Sussex

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    Music

    Haywards Heath

    Enjoy an enchanting open-air concert from one of the UK's finest jazz talents. Combining world-class music with the natural beauty of Wakehurst's wild botanic garden. This event offers a unique chance to savour the best of summer.

    Venue

    Wakehurst, Mid Sussex

    Dates

    From:
    25 July 2026
  9. Painting party with The Paint Club at Posadero Lounge

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    Arts

    Redhill

    About the Event
    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

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    From:
    20 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  10. Play Wild

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Winchester

    Three new outdoor exhibits opening 18th July at Winchester Science Centre! Explore three brand-new outdoor exhibits inspired by the remarkable chalk landscape that shapes our local environment. From ancient seas and crystal-clear chalk streams to…

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    18 July 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 09:30 - 17:00
  11. Solar Eclipse: Live at Winchester Science Centre

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    Nightlife

    Winchester

    Head along to Winchester Science Centre for an evening celebrating the UK’s best Solar Eclipse of the century!

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    12 Aug 2026Open 18:00 - 20:30
  12. Discovery Days at Didcot Railway Centre

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    Heritage & History

    Didcot

    The Didcot Railway 'Discovery Days' offer the chance to explore the 21-acre living museum with trains dating from Victorian times to the 1960s - unearth almost two centuries of railway history.  Trains will not be running on these days, meaning…

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    Didcot Railway Centre, South Oxfordshire

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    23 July 2026to24 July 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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    30 July 2026to31 July 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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    6 Aug 2026to7 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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    13 Aug 2026to14 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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    20 Aug 2026to21 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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    27 Aug 2026to28 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
  13. Dragonfly Facepainting

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    Childrens Events

    Arundel

    Transform into a dragonfly this summer and with vibrant, nature-inspired facepainting. Our talented artist from Kate's Carnival will bring each design to life in a rainbow of colours, from shimmering wings and bold patterns to flashes of blues,…

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    28 July 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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    30 July 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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    5 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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    7 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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    11 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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    17 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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    19 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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    22 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
  14. Cream Tea & Steam Train Day Rover Ticket

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    Food

    Chinnor

    Treat that special person with a cream tea and train ride at Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway.

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 17:00
  15. Viking Raid

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    Special Events

    Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles

    Step into the early medieval world as Viking raiders clash with local defenders in dramatic combat displays. Watch skilled re-enactors demonstrate authentic weapons, armour and battle tactics, and discover how these feared seafarers lived, fought…

    Venue

    Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire

    Dates

    From:
    30 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  16. Call The Midwife Official Location Tour

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    Tour

    Chatham

    f you're a fan of the hit series and you've been wondering where Call the Midwife is filmed, put yourself in the picture and explore where the real drama happens with a Call the Midwife Official Location Tour at The Historic Dockyard Chatham…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Mar 2026to31 Oct 2026
  17. The Paint Club painting party at The Spur

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    Type:

    Arts

    Bordon

    About the Event
    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

    Dates

    From:
    5 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  18. Ramsgate Week

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    Water Based Activities

    Ramsgate

    Ramsgate's Royal Harbour plays host to the Royal Temple Yacht Club's annual regatta, with a full programme of sailing and racing. It is recognised as an alternative to Cowes Week and traditionally attracts competitors from France, Holland, Belgium…

    Dates

    From:
    19 July 2026to24 July 2026
  19. South Farm Maize Maze 2026 - Family Day Out near Lewes, East Sussex

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Lewes

    South Farm is a family-run dairy and arable farm in the heart of the South Downs, near Rodmell. Every summer, seven acres of the farm are transformed into a maize maze — a bespoke design carved into the landscape and best viewed from the farm's…

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    From:
    23 July 2026to26 July 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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    30 July 2026to2 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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    6 Aug 2026to9 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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    13 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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    20 Aug 2026to23 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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    27 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  20. Sunset Tour, Tasting and Dinner

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    Vineyard / Wine

    Staplehurst, Tonbridge

    Join the Balfour Winery team for a Sunset Tour, Tasting & Dinner. Begin with a guided tour of this 400-acre Kent vineyard, apple orchards and ancient woodlands, as the light softens into that flattering golden-hour glow.

    Venue

    Balfour Winery, Tonbridge and Malling

    Dates

    From:
    16 Apr 2026to26 Sept 2026Various Opening Times