13th - 29th June
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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Music
Winchester
Having performed to over 1,000,000 people worldwide, The Ultimate Eagles features a cast of internationally acclaimed musicians who've played alongside bands such as Queen, Paul Young, Roger Daltrey, Lulu, Van Morrison, Cliff Richard, John Legend…
Music
Winchester
DS:UK are back with one of their most popular tours - Brothers in '85.
In 1985, Dire Straits were at the apex of their career as one of the biggest music brands and concert touring bands in the world. Still today, Mark Knopfler remains one of our…
Childrens Events
Winchester
Are you ready for a completely unique cinema experience?
Grab a seat, sit back and relax as Flushed Away plays out under the stars of The Planetarium in our late-afternoon mini movie series this summer.
Doors open at 5pm, the movie will start at…
Childrens Events
Fareham
Pizza & Milkshake Workshop
Saturday 25th October | 11am to 12.30pm
Come down to Parson's Collar and create your own pizza, add toppings of your choice and cook them in our very own pizza oven!
Create your own milkshake to eat alongside your pizza…
Childrens Events
Winchester
Are you ready for a completely unique cinema experience?
Grab a seat, sit back and relax as Trolls plays out under the stars of The Planetarium in our late-afternoon mini movie series this summer.
Doors open at 5pm, movie starts at 5:30pm
Adult £8…
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…
Childrens Events
Winchester
Are you ready for a completely unique cinema experience?
Grab a seat, sit back and relax as Kung Fu Panda plays out under the stars of The Planetarium in our late-afternoon mini movie series this summer.
Doors open at 5pm, movie starts at…
Childrens Events
Winchester
Are you ready for a completely unique cinema experience?
Grab a seat, sit back and relax as Ratatouille plays out under the stars of The Planetarium in our late-afternoon mini movie series this summer.
Doors open at 5pm, movie starts at 5:30pm
Adult…
Childrens Events
Winchester
Are you ready for a completely unique cinema experience?
Grab a seat, sit back and relax as Madagascar plays out under the stars of The Planetarium in our late-afternoon mini movie series this summer.
Doors open at 5pm, movie starts at 5:30pm
Adult…
Theatre
Winchester
P. G. Wodehouse once had a record-breaking five musicals playing on Broadway at the same time. Today his step-Great Grandson Hal Cazalet, with pianist Simon Beck, transports us back to the Golden Age of stage and screen through stories and song…
Festival
Portsmouth
Beach Dubbin' - the ultimate VW show by the sea - returns to Southsea Common for 2025!
Run / Rally
New Forest
We are delighted to host another fantastic Simply BMW on Sunday 21st September 2025. BMW owners are invited to drive into Beaulieu and park up within the museum parkland for a superb day out for enthusiasts.
All ages and models of BMW are welcome,…
Exhibitions
New Forest
Experience the thrill of speed at Beaulieu as special display Icons of Formula 1 takes to the National Motor Museum stage.
From 24th May to 2nd November, a new special display in the National Motor Museum will mark 75 years since the inaugural…
Theatre
Newport
Don't miss the chance to see football legend Neil Ruddock in an exclusive live interview and audience Q&A, hosted by the renowned Sports and Entertainment presenter Kenzie Benali, having presented live at some of the biggest competitions in global…
Music
Fareham
Sunday 13th July & 10th August
From 12.30pm to 2.30pm
Created by our dedicated team of chefs, our Sunday lunch is a firm favourite for any celebration, occasion or treat. Join us for a
delicious lunch and enjoy the background sounds of The Swing…
Theatre
Winchester
Blackeyed Theatre
In association with Theatre Royal Winchester (part of Play to the Crowd) and South Hill Park
Presents
Sherlock Holmes: The Hunt for Moriarty
Adapted by Nick Lane from the work of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Composer – Tristan…
Festival
Southsea
The 33rd Portsmouth International Kite Festival will take place on 26th & 27th July at Southsea Common. Our thanks to Portsmouth City Council for continuing to support the event.
Carnival
SANDOWN
Join in with the carnival fun with Sandown's Main Procession! See website for carnival route.
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…
Music
Winchester
Immerse yourself in the original, psychedelic, fulldome Planetarium visualisation of Pink Floyd's iconic album, The Dark Side of the Moon.
Head off on an emotional and inspiring journey into the heart and themes of the iconic album and songs. Fly…
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