What's On in Hampshire

Hampshire has had another exciting year in 2026, with an array of large-scale events and festivals taking place but the year is not over yet. Home to a host of 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.

What's on in Hampshire this weekend?

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. 

• Now - 24th January 26, The Magic Of Middle-earth at Gosport Museum and Art Gallery. Gosport, Hampshire
• Now - 31st January 26, Wine & Pairings 9 Course Gourmand Tasting Menu, Fareham, Hampshire
• Now - 4th January 26, Southampton's Snow Windows Trail, Southampton, Hampshire
• Now - 4th January 26, A Palace House Christmas at Beaulieu, New Forest, Hampshire
• Now - 3rd December 25, Santa's Grotto at The Great Hall, Winchester, Hampshire
• Now - 31st January 26, Winter Garden Bird Explorer at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey, Hampshire e
• 15th - 22nd December 25, Christmas Carols and Owls at the Hawk Conservancy Trust, Andover, Hampshire
• 25th December 25, Christmas Day Lunch at Oakley Hall Hotel, Baskingstoke, Hampshire
• 2nd Janauary - 26th February 26, Jane Austen Afternoon Tea at Winchester Royal Hotel, Winchester, Hampshire
• 16th January - 1st February 26, Winter Woodland Lights at the Hawk Conservancy Trust, Andover, Hampshire
• 16th January 26, Here we come a-Wassailing! at Butser Ancient Farm, Waterlooville, Hampshire 
• 22nd January - 22nd March 26, Van Gogh Alive at Winchester Science Centre, Winchester, Hampshire 
• 25th January 26, Full Day Pass at Jane Austen's House, Chawton, Hampshire

Staying overnight?

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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Hampshire events near me

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.

Top Events in Hampshire

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.