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Hampshire is set for another exciting year in 2025, 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 give you a reason to include Hampshire in your holiday plans. Look out for an array of events commemorating the 250th anniversary of Jane Austens birth whilst you discover the place she was born, lived and wrote six of her novels #JaneAusten250.
Grab your calendar and start planning your next visit to Hampshire, here are some of the most popular events happening across the county in 2025: Celebrating Jane at Winchester Cathedral (Now until 31st October), Alresford Watercress Festival (F) (18th May), The Big Eat Festival at Royal Victoria Country Park (F) Netley Abbey (24th - 26th May), Southampton Summer Sessions (13th - 29th June 25), Basingstoke Festival (F) (20th June - 6th July 2025), Winchester Hat Fair (F) (5th July), Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix, Portsmouth (19th - 20th July 2025) all filling the Hampshire calendar to bursting. This July also see's the 70th birthday of the Steamship Shieldhall, Southampton, with a special sailings, now available to book.
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.
If you're travelling from outside the area for an event in Hampshire, there are numerous hotels and other accommodation options to suit your needs.
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The guide below shows our calendar of events in Hampshire. Whether you're looking for What's on this weekend or further ahead, whether you're local or visiting the area for the first time, find what's happening near you by clicking the 'Map View' button. Some of the events below are on the Isle of Wight, as it's easy to hop over on the hovercraft or ferry from Portsmouth or Lymington to the island.
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Carnival
RYDE
Join Ryde Carnival for some free family fun as we celebrate Children's Carnival Day. Lots of activities and entertainment will take place in different locations around Ryde town centre. Activities will include story time, junk modelling competition,…
Food
Portsmouth
Enjoy live music, traditional sea shanties, and raucous storytelling as you dine like the crew on authentic mess tables.
Tour
Ryde
Experience the charm of a classic bus journey Wightrider offers a variety of vintage buses for you to enjoy on the 11th & 12th October. This event is perfect for all ages, from families looking for a fun day out to transport enthusiasts eager for a…
Sporting Event
Cowes
Dont miss the chance to wave of the entries to this year Rolex Fastnet Race on Saturday 26 July 2025 from Cowes on the Isle of Wight.
2025 marks the 100th anniversary of the Royal Ocean Racing Club, and this edition of the Rolex Fastnet Race is…
Food
HAVENSTREET
On Tuesday evenings in July and August for a relaxed evening that includes a proper Fish and Chip supper and a ride through the Island's countryside in the luxury of an Edwardian carriage pulled by an historic steam locomotive.
Enjoy an evening…
Music
Shanklin
From Glam Rock to Disco, Motown to Two-tone ...you can’t help grooving to The Sounds of the 70s!
Jack Up Events are preparing to wind the clock back once more with the much-anticipated return of Jack Up The 70s, at the theatre!
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Workshop
Whitchurch
Enjoy this interactive Gin Cocktail Masterclass at Bombay Sapphire Distillery, Laverstoke located between Winchester and Basingstoke. Learn about the tricks of the trade so you can create your own cocktails easily at home.
Family
Ashey Road, Ryde
Wight Buggin' 2025 – The Ultimate Family-Friendly VW & Camping Festival! Friday 12th – Sunday 14th September 2025 Retro Staycations Glamping Retreat & Campsite, Isle of Wight
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of family fun, funky vibes,…
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