Wickham, Hampshire, 30th August 2025
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.
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.
Grab your calendar and start planning your next visit to Hampshire, here our top picks for events happening in the county. The guide below shows our calendar of events in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
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Festival
Portsmouth
Portsmouth Comic Con returns to the Guildhall for 2026.
Arts
Southampton
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting in Southampton at Brewhouse & Kitchen!
Our friendly local artist will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
️ What's included: All the painting…
Music
Winchester
Direct from London's West End, MANIA is accepted as the world's number one ABBA tribute show.
A special concert which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, this production revives memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves…
Theatre
Winchester
The show where every child gets a present from Santa!
Following last year's sell-out performances, Honalee Media are delighted to present a brand new show this festive season.
Christmas is the busiest time of year at the North Pole,
when Father…
Theatre
Winchester
After their hugely successful portrayals as Sherlock Holmes & Doctor Watson in The Hound Of The Baskervilles, Colin Baker (Doctor Who, The Brothers) and Terry Molloy (The Archers, Doctor Who) are back on stage in another classic adventure for the…
Film
Winchester
Cinema Screening
Follow the chaotic love lives of eight very different couples a month before Christmas from the classic film, Love Actually.
Plus enjoy a tasty refreshment of a mince pie whilst you savour the sweet sounds from Otterbourne Brass…
Comedy
Winchester,
As seen on Mock the Week, BT Sport and ITV, "Master of one-liners" Mark Simmons had a groundbreaking 200+ date sell out debut tour lasting two years, spanning the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
Mark is back on tour in 2026 with Jest to…
Comedy
Winchester
An evening of stand-up comedy with Rhys James, Micky Overman, Steve Bugeja and Paul McCaffrey (MC).
Line up subject to change.
Recommended age:16+
Tickets from £16
Childrens Events
Alresford
This Halloween, The Watercress Line becomes a spellbinding world of magic, mischief, and spooky fun for the whole family! Join us throughout the half-term, 25th October - 2nd November, as our historic railway is transformed into a haunted haven…
Markets
Southsea
An exhibition and sale of original work from local artists, designers, makers and crafters.
Festival
Newport
The award winning Isle of Wight Festival is steeped in history and famed for mixing iconic legendary artists with the hottest up and coming acts.
Theatre
Winchester
Pies and Prejudice is an entertaining exploration of the significance of food in the letters and novels of Jane Austen.
Two characters, Jenny, the new cook, and Charlotte, the lady of the house, share opinions on food, health, gardening and…
Food
Portsmouth
Every Monday | 5pm to 8pm
Come down to Parson's Collar and enjoy large nachos and a pint of beer, lager, house wine or soft drink*
£10 per person
*Terms and conditions apply
Book online at solenthotel.co.uk/food-drink/parsons-collar call 01489…
Comedy
Winchester
This is not a musical. Milton Jones is tone deaf and has no sense of rhythm, but at least he doesn't make a song and dance about it.
He has more important things to discuss. Like giraffes… and there's a bit about tomatoes.
You might know him from…
Heritage & History
Portsmouth
Join Solent Original Walks for a stroll through Victoria Park to learn about its rich heritage and history!
Arts
Southampton
Discover Southampton’s rich history. Enjoy free entry to the Stories Behind the Stones exhibition, explore the gallery, and follow fun family trails around the building. A perfect day out in the heart of the Old Town.
God’s House Tower (GHT) is one…
Run / Rally
New Forest
Owners of all French cars are invited to drive into Beaulieu on Sunday 14th September 2025 and park up in the National Motor Museum parkland, for a superb day out for enthusiasts and owners.
All ages and types of French car are welcome, from…
Free Event
Wickham
The Taste of Wickham Festival is back! Join us on Sunday 14 September, from 11am to 4pm, as this charming Hampshire village comes alive with celebration.
This isn't just any village festival, this free event promises a full day of family fun and…
Theatre
Winchester
Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon, and brand new for 2025, Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show comes to Winchester bringing alive the illustrations and music that makes Tom Gates hugely popular around the world!
With catchy tunes and hilarious…
Theatre
Winchester
The "masters of G&S", Charles Court Opera, present their critically acclaimed 5 star production of one of the most loved of Gilbert and Sullivan's operas, The Mikado.
The production is directed by renowned G&S specialist John Savournin, whose…
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