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Oxfordshire 24th July - 3rd September

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The summer holidays are here, six weeks of family fun, with the chance to spend time together, explore new places and try new things.  The South East has a packed calendar of events, you'll find an event or activity on every day, to keep you busy all over the summer holidays. Whether you are visiting South East England for your holiday, enjoying a day out in the region or planning a weekend break-away, you will find plenty to keep you entertained. 

Look out for dramatic firework displays, exciting outdoor adventures, super-sonic airshows, colourful carnivals and plush super cars events, plus a host of free fun activities this summer holidays 2023. With the school's out, the event list is ever growing, so make the most of the kid's summer holidays and make this an eventful summer you won't forget.

School Holiday Events and Activities

Our featured list below, covers every day of the school holiday, full of value-added activities or family-friendly events to enjoy.  Look out for the (F) which highlights the free events, making it even more cost-effective to spend time out and about in the region. Search for what's on in each county using the area search above or visit the specific county event pages, or head to the bottom of the page for a full listing of events across all nine counties over the UK summer holidays.

Coming to stay? Discover great value accommodation across the South East for a summer getaway. You can also search by destinations to link up with the local official tourism websites across the region.  Our newsletter archive and YouTube channel is a great place for inspiration and ideas and to discover things to do in South East England.

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When are the Summer Holidays in 2023?

Most schools across the South East break up for the summer holidays on Friday 21st July 2023 with the majority of schools returning on Friday 1st September 2023, although some areas do not return until the 4th September.  The summer holidays also include the August Bank Holiday on 28th August, 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 the with the weather forecast looking good too, plan your school summer holiday adventures right here.  

Don't forget that you can also take advantage of many of the free things to do across the destination and our rainy day and sunny day guides will help ensure you enjoy a great day out whatever the English weather brings.

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What's on near me this Summer Holidays?

Find hundreds more events and things to do in the summer in Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Sussex, Kent, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Dorset including the August Bank Holiday weekend in our guide below. Whether you're looking for something near you, some great family activities, or if you are travelling to a part of South East England for a short break or day trip, use the 'map view' button to find something local.

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  1. Isle of Wight Jazz Weekend

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    Music

    NEWPORT

    The Isle of Wight's annual jazz festival, now in its 12th year. The event brings the very best of the UK jazz scene to the Island for 4 days of top class music, using venues in and around Newport.

    The event is popular with many jazz fans and…

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    19 Sept 2024to22 Sept 2024
  2. Ventnor Fringe

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    Festival

    VENTNOR

    The Ventnor Fringe is a unique celebration of the arts, showcasing emerging and established talent across every creative discipline.

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    19 July 2024to28 July 2024
  3. City of Oxford Walking Tour

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    Walking

    Broad Street, Oxford

    Discover the vibrant history of the oldest university in the English-speaking world on the only official University of Oxford walking tour. Learn how Oxford grew from a small market town to become the city of dreaming spires.

    Starting and ending at…

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    From:
    25 Mar 2024to25 Nov 2024Open 11:00 - 13:00
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    25 Mar 2024to25 Nov 2024Open 14:00 - 16:00
  4. South Coast Blues Jam

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    Music

    Worthing

    Fun Monthly Sunday afternoon Jam session in Worthing for all Blues enthusiasts, singers, musicians and fans.

    Performers/Jammers: All will get a chance up on stage if they wish, we work on a first in, first up basis, so come early to ensure a good…

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    21 Apr 2024Open 13:45 - 17:15
  5. Macaron Masterclass

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    General event

    Brighton

    You will be hands on with your food preparation, this is not a cooking demonstration! So be ready to get to grips with the tools of our trade.

    Most historians are inclined to believe that the macaron originated in Italy, probably Venice, and was…

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    17 Apr 2024Open 18:00 - 21:00
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    26 June 2024Open 18:00 - 21:00
  6. South Downs Show

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    Petersfield

    The bottom of Butser Hill will be filled with awesome arena acts, entertaining attractions, dog shows, animal petting zoo, children's rides and fun zone, country life stalls, beer tent and catering with live music and much much more!

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    From:
    10 Aug 2024to11 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00
  7. Battle Scarecrow Festival

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    Festival

    Battle

    Now in its 15th year, the Battle Festival Scarecrow Competition will have a classic theme this year – "Top of the Crops" – to complement Beautiful Battle's Summer Flower Displays.

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    From:
    13 July 2024
  8. Fairmile Vineyard Henley on Thames

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    Food

    Henley on Thames

    Nestling for over ten years in the foothills of the Chiltern Hills within Henley's town boundary, and within walking distance of the famous Regatta course, town centre and railway station, Fairmile Vineyard is open all year round for tours & tastes.…

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    From:
    19 June 2023to20 June 2033Open 10:00 - 18:00
  9. Upper Winchester Guided Walking Tour

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    Guided Walk

    Broadway, Winchester

    Join one of Winchester's professional guides for a 90 minute walking tour, starting at Winchester Visitor Information Centre. The tour explores the historical sites in the upper part of the city including the Cathedral, High Street, Westgate and…

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    6 Jan 2024to30 Mar 2024Various Opening Times
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    1 Apr 2024to27 Apr 2024Various Opening Times
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    1 May 2024to31 Aug 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
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    1 Sept 2024to31 Oct 2024Various Opening Times
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    2 Nov 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
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    9 Nov 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
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    16 Nov 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
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    23 Nov 2024to24 Nov 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
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    30 Nov 2024to1 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
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    7 Dec 2024to8 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
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    14 Dec 2024to15 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
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    21 Dec 2024to22 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
  10. Sunday Carvery at The Oxen Bar & Grill

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    Food

    6 Milton Gate, Abingdon

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    From:
    11 June 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times