Portsmouth, 19 - 20 July 25
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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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
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…
Theatre
Winchester
Brace yourself for something truly spectacular… Forbidden Nights is here, celebrating 10 years of muscles, mayhem and over 11,000 shirt rips!
Were you excited by the show stopping performance on Britain's Got Talent? If you were left craving more,…
Christmas
Oakley, Basingstoke
Escape the hustle & bustle and ring in the festive season by celebrating Christmas at Oakley Hall Hotel, Basingstoke, nestled amidst the heart of the charming countryside.
Join us at Oakley Hall throughout November and December for a delightfully…
Music
Eastleigh
Singer songwriter Hannah Brine brings the gorgeous songs from her forthcoming album Blue Sky Now to Eastleigh. Inspired by the Great American Songbook, with a voice & song writing style likened to Carole King, Norah Jones and Rumer, Hannah writes &…
Music
Winchester
The Ultimate Feel-Good Irish Music Tribute Show!
Receiving rave reviews for its incredible musicianship and great song choices, Middi and his award-winning tribute band cover all of your favorite sing-along Irish classics, including Galway Girl,…
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…
Food
Portsmouth
Cocktails
Two for One
Every Monday to Thursday from 5pm
Come down to Parson's Collar and indulge in a delicious cocktail or two. We have a choice of Passion Fruit Martini, Espresso Martini
and Strawberry Daiquiri.
Run / Rally
New Forest
Simply Land Rover returns on Sunday 6th July 2025. All Land Rover owners are invited to drive into Beaulieu and park up within the museum complex for a superb day out for both owners and enthusiasts.
All ages and models of Land Rover are welcome,…
Outdoor Event / Activities
New Forest
We are delighted to announce the return of the National Austin Seven Rally on Sunday 29th June 2025, with Austin Sevens from across the United Kingdom and Europe gathering in the Beaulieu parkland.
Join the Pre-War Austin Seven Club as it…
Dance / Dancing
Winchester,
Argentine Tango King and Strictly Come Dancing legend, Vincent Simone, returns to the Winchester stage with Tango Passions.
Accompanied by world-class Argentine Tango and Latin specialists, let the original Italian stallion take you on a journey to…
Music
Winchester
Get set for an audio and visual experience like no other as the music of the iconic Led Zeppelin comes to life in the Planetarium! Experience surrealistic environments and mood-provoking abstract art that will propel fans on a trip down memory lane.…
Music
High Street, Selborne
ABBA by Moonlight's faithful recreation of ABBA's signature harmonies and iconic looks makes for one electrifying live performance. Expect to hear all of ABBA's greatest hits, including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo and many more!
Decked out…
Carnival
SANDOWN
Join in with the carnival fun with Sandown's Main Procession! See website for carnival route.
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…
Childrens Events
Winchester
Zoom through the stars on an exciting flight through the solar system. Take a seat in the breathtaking Planetarium and discover the secrets of the skies above us during a presenter-led live show. The Planetarium Live is an opportunity to visit us…
Theatre
Winchester
A delightful dragontastic show for pop princesses and naughty knights.
Feisty Sue is not your everyday fairy tale superstar, in fact she's The Worst Princess.
After being rescued by her twit of a prince she's ready to start her happy end. But…
Comedy
Winchester
Following critically acclaimed seasons in London and Edinburgh, Paul Merton and Suki Webster, two of the UK's leading improvisers, present an evening of wonderfully unscripted cutting-edge comedy.
Expect a show full of fast, fabulously funny…
Markets
Whiteley, Fareham
Get ready for the ultimate shopping experience at the WHITELEY SHOPPING CENTRE ARTISAN MARKET!
In front of Cineworld
Saturdays 10am-5pm
Sundays 10:30:4pm
This brand new monthly market is bursting with stunning arts, crafts, unique gifts, delicious…
Run / Rally
New Forest
All Aston Martin owners are invited to drive into Beaulieu on Saturday 19th July and park up within the museum complex for a superb day out for both Aston Martin owners and enthusiasts.
All ages and models of Aston Martin are welcome, which…
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