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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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Dance / Dancing
Winchester
Sevens, a triple bill of Bharatanatyam and Kathak dance with live music from one of the UK's leading choreographers Nina Rajarani MBE.
Seven Snags: A flirtatious courtship, the choreographic equivalent of an obstacle race, this fast-paced ensemble…
Music
Winchester
The evening will feature classics from the Dire Straits catalogue and include a Q & A with a/v led by Paul Cummins (ex-Dire Straits management). Paul will be asking questions, during which John will reveal the story and development of the band from…
Run / Rally
New Forest
We are delighted to announce the return of Simply Smart on Remembrance Sunday 9th November. All Smart owners are invited to drive into Beaulieu to park up in the museum grounds, for a day out that owners and enthusiasts will enjoy.
The event is set…
School Holidays
Farnham
Opening in time for the school holidays in 2025 is a brand new, sustainably-sensitive play area.
Comedy
Winchester
Baba's Back on Tour!
Join the multi-award-winning comedian as he guides us through family life, his new found fame and the joys of Costco in this hilarious new stand up show.
As seen on Taskmaster (Channel 4), Live at the Apollo (BBC), Celebrity…
Sporting Event
WEST COWES
Since 1826 Cowes Week has played a key part in the British sporting summer calendar and is one of the UK's longest running and most successful sporting events.
Theatre
Winchester
West End and TV sensation Lee Mead stars in The Phantoms.
In this spellbinding night of music celebrating the most beloved musicals of all time, The Phantoms takes us on a magical journey through iconic shows such as Les Misérables, Miss Saigon,…
Free Event
Selborne, Alton
Celebrating Gilbert White's 305th birthday with free admission!
Gilbert White was born on the 18th July 1720 and he loved company! So what better thing to do than invite all of you to enjoy his beautiful home and gardens free of charge!
Run / Rally
New Forest
Volvo Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire invite all Swedish vehicle owners and enthusiasts to join them for their annual Swedish Takeover at Beaulieu on Saturday 5th July 2025.
Volvo Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire are back for a 5th year at Beaulieu. All…
Music
Winchester,
Part of Winchester Jazz Festival
Direct from London's world-famous jazz club and combining world class live jazz, narration and rare archive photos and video footage, The Ronnie Scott's All Stars return to Winchester with a brand-new programme of…
Music
Winchester
Sit back and relax to the nostalgic sights and sounds of the retro fulldome Planetarium visualisation of Pink Floyd's iconic album, Wish You Were Here. Released on 12th September 1975, it's time to celebrate 50 years of a classic. Experience the…
Festivals
Basingstoke
The fantastically successful award-winning Basingstoke Festival returns this summer. This event is a must for your calendar and is a fantastic opportunity for those living or visiting Hampshire over the summer.
Food
Hedge End
Indulge in the timeless tradition of Afternoon Tea at Botleigh Grange Hotel & Spa. Savour delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and an array of handcrafted bakes, all paired with tea and coffee. For an extra…
Tour
Selborne
Part of Jane Austen Regency Week.
Meet our gardener and find out more about the 18th Century Garden of Gilbert White.
Theatre
Winchester
The Greatest Spy Movie (n)Ever Made
Agent Blonde has 24 hours to save the world.
The only things standing in her way are dastardly villains, an outrageous plot, and… a lack of funding.
When Hollywood rejects her script, a frustrated screenwriter…
Childrens Events
Winchester,
Spot had such fun celebrating his birthday last year that he is back to celebrate again and everyone's invited!
Join Spot and his friends for this engaging and interactive show for everyone age 2 plus and their grownups.
With integrated Makaton,…
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…
Outdoor Event / Activities
New Forest
All Mercedes-Benz owners are invited to drive into Beaulieu and park up in the museum grounds on Sunday 10th August 2025 for a superb day out for owners and enthusiasts.
From custom G Classes restored SSKs and even the odd SL190, Beaulieu's Simply…
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…
Music
Winchester
A Tribute to Phil Collins & Genesis
Experience the Magic of Phil Collins and Genesis!
Get ready to be transported back in time as we celebrate the legendary hits of Phil Collins and Genesis!
Seriously Collins isn't just a tribute show; it's an…
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