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Hampshire has had another exciting year in 2025, 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.
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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Fireworks
Bordon
Back for another year of incredible fireworks, The Shed will be putting on a display like no other!
Fireworks
Whitchurch
Fireworks display held at Testbourne Community School, Whitchurch.
Fireworks
Bramley
Join your friends and family at the Bramley School Association and Clift Meadow Trust fireworks night on Saturday 1st November 2025.
Food
Portsmouth
Enjoy live music, traditional sea shanties, and raucous storytelling as you dine like the crew on authentic mess tables.
Food
Southsea
Hampshire Farmers' Markets bring beautiful, fresh local produce to Portsmouth and Southsea every month.
Festival
Alresford, Winchester
A fantastic food festival in Alresford town celebrating our locally grown watercress, a great day out for the family.
Halloween
Winchester
Head to Winchester, Hampshire, this October half term for some FREE frightful family fun
Join in the city-wide Halloween-themed trail, for kids and big kids alike. All you need to do is seek out nine Halloween-themed words hidden in the…
Fireworks
Petersfield
The 34th year of the Petersfield Round Table Fireworks Display takes place on the 1st November 2025.
Show / Display
Farnborough
The Greatest Show On Wheels returns this August. The British Motor Show is a must-visit event for car enthusiasts and families alike.
Bonfire Night
Gosport
We are pleased to announce that the HMS Sultan Bonfire and Fireworks Night will return this October half-term on Thursday 30th October.
Show / Display
Aldershot
The Rushmoor Firework display in Aldershot will be returning to Manor Park, Aldershot
Bonfire Night
Atlantic Park View, Cutbush lane, Southampton
Fireworks at Townhill Park House! Burgers, bar and childrens stall. Pains Fireworks display.
Fireworks
Southampton
Waterside's First-Ever Silent Firework Spectacular Fawley Parish Council is over the moon to invite you to a truly magical evening - the Waterside's very first silent firework display, perfectly choreographed to music and designed so everyone can…
Halloween
Carisbrooke, Newport
Halloween fun at Carisbrooke Castle Join English Heritage every day of the half term holidays for Halloween fun at Carisbrooke Castle.
Spooky activities Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out this half term. Follow the…
Fireworks
Ringwood
Ringwood's 10th annual Grand Fireworks Display on Carvers Recreation Ground is on Sunday 2nd November 2025. This is a popular event for all ages and this year’s entertainment will included a fairground, two fireworks displays, a bonfire and live…
Christmas
Havenstreet
Christmas event at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway Join us for a traditional festive event for all the family at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway.
Christmas magic with Santa Specials Let the festive spirit come to life as you take a 10 mile…
Fireworks
Alresford
The Alresford Hampshire fireworks will take place on the 7th November 2025. Organised by Alresford Rotary, they are now in their 29th year, and help to raise funds for those less forward in the local community and around the world.
Heritage & History
Havenstreet
Isle of Wight Steam Railway marks 150 years of railway history Visit the Isle of Wight Steam Railway on the 29 and 30 November for a celebration marking 150 years of the Isle of Wight's historic railway line. Step back in time as you ride a…
Workshop
Whitchurch
Enjoy this interactive Gin Cocktail Masterclass at Bombay Sapphire Distillery, Laverstoke located between Winchester and Basingstoke. Learn about the tricks of the trade so you can create your own cocktails easily at home.
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