What’s on in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight

Are you looking for “Hampshire events near me” or further afield, such as in the Isle of Wight? Then use our handy filter below. You can search from a range of destinations including Southampton, Portsmouth, Winchester, the Isle of Wight and more.

Or, if you want to find things to do this weekend, next month and beyond, you can filter using the month boxes below as well. If you’d rather browse the whole list, we’ve compiled the below events for families, foodies, adventure seekers, children, culture lovers, sports fans and more to give you some ideas of what’s on in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight with our attractions.

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Home Education Classes

15th Sep 2023 - 15th Dec 2023

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

Fridays in term time, 15 September - 15 December, 11.30am Fun and learning for home educated children at the beautiful Sir Harold Hillier... 

Winter Garden Bird Explorer

1st Nov 2023 - 31st Jan 2024

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

Wednesday 1 November – Wednesday 31 January Self-guided family fun. Plants may be sleeping but there is plenty awake. Come for a winter... 

Santa’s Toymaker’s Workshop at Spinnaker Tower

1st Nov 2023 - 24th Dec 2023

Spinnaker Tower

Join Santa’s elves in the Tower’s workshop as they make the finishing touches to their latest batch of toys. Each child will name their... 

Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market 2023

17th Nov 2023 - 21st Dec 2023

Winchester Cathedral

Renowned for its bustling atmosphere, stunning location and handpicked high quality exhibitors, which attracts visitors from all over the... 

Doctor Who’s futuristic Whomobile, Bessie and original Dalek at Beaulieu for 60th anniversary display

23rd Nov 2023 - 24th Feb 2024

Beaulieu

From the sleek and stylish Bessie to the futuristic Whomobile and a menacing Dalek, the National Motor Museum’s new collection marks the 60th... 

Festive Experience: ‘Christmas at Randalls’ at Jane Austen’s House

23rd Nov 2023 - 7th Jan 2024

Jane Austen’s House

This year Jane Austen’s House present a brand new immersive experience bringing the famous Christmas scenes from Emma to life. Moving... 

Christmas at Longdown Activity Farm

24th Nov 2023 - 23rd Dec 2023

Longdown Activity Farm

Join Us For Lots of Farming Fun and to See Father Christmas In The Festive Lodge! Longdown Activity Farm is open as normal on selected... 

Steam Illuminations

24th Nov 2023 - 6th Jan 2024

The Watercress Line

Steam Illuminations is back for 2023! Steam Illuminations is an incredible light show on and in a steam train, consisting of thousands of... 

A Christmas Journey to the North Pole at Mottisfont

25th Nov 2023 - 7th Jan 2024

Mottisfont

Follow letters to Father Christmas on a magical journey to the North Pole. Enter the house to find richly-decorated trees, piles of... 

Light Up Trail

30th Nov 2023 - 31st Dec 2023

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

Festive light art installations selected dates between 30 November - 31 December 2023, 4:30pm - 8pm Limited capacity applies. Award... 

Panto: Cinderella

30th Nov 2023 - 1st Jan 2024

Theatre Royal Winchester

A Traditional Family Pantomime. This year's panto at Theatre Royal Winchester is a magical retelling of the greatest fairytale of them all. ... 

Penguin Trail

1st Dec 2023 - 24th Dec 2023

Gilbert White’s House & Garden

Pair up the Penguins! Six baby penguins have lost their parents! Find the penguins hiding in the garden and pair them together to earn a... 

Birdworld ‘Adventure Stories from the North Pole’ show

2nd Dec 2023 - 24th Dec 2023

Birdworld

Join Santa and the Polar Explorers at our ‘Adventure Stories from the North Pole’ show - it’s all included in your entry ticket price! ... 

Festive Stories with Father Christmas at Osborne

2nd Dec 2023 - 23rd Dec 2023

Osborne

Join Father Christmas for festive stories at Osborne this December for a magical way to start the festive season. Father Christmas is taking... 

Science Dino-mite

2nd Dec 2023 - 2nd Jan 2024

Winchester Science Centre

Enjoy the sights, sounds and science of Christmas past - way past - with the return of Science Dino-mite! Our Dino Rangers have sprinkled... 

Midwinter’s Magical Quest

2nd Dec 2023 - 18th Dec 2023

Butser Ancient Farm

Meet the Holly King and Deer Queen in this alternative Christmas adventure! Embark upon “Midwinter’s Magical Quest” right in the heart... 

Meet Father Christmas

2nd Dec 2023 - 23rd Dec 2023

Milestones Living History Museum

Meet Father Christmas in his magical Milestones grotto! Come along to our festive grotto deep in the heart of Milestones to receive a very... 

Tinsel’s Tree Trail

2nd Dec 2023 - 23rd Dec 2023

Furzey Gardens

Tinsel’s Tree Trail                 When:  2 Dec 2023 - 23 Dec 2023 Join us... 

Enlightened Staunton Farm

8th Dec 2023 - 24th Dec 2023

Staunton Farm

Enlightened returns to Staunton Farm in 2023!   Enlightened runs every evening from the 8th to the 24th December with tickets... 

Aladdin

8th Dec 2023 - 31st Dec 2023

New Theatre Royal

Widow Twankey wants a husband, evil Abanazaar wants the magic lamp, Aladdin wants adventure and Wishee Washee wants some Spiderman pants! –... 

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

9th Dec 2023 - 31st Dec 2023

Mayflower Theatre

  Mirror, Mirror, on the wall, don’t miss the fairest pantomime of them all! Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be... 

Christmas at Calshot Castle

9th Dec 2023 - 23rd Dec 2023

Calshot Activities Centre

We're celebrating Christmas like never before - Calshot Castle will be full of fun and festive activities for all the family.  Santa will be... 

Festive Fun at Beaulieu

9th Dec 2023 - 10th Dec 2023

Beaulieu

Get ready to enjoy a festive feast of family entertainment this Christmas, together.   Visit us on  9th and 10th December * to... 

Christmas Canoe Paddle with New Forest Activities

9th Dec 2023 - 23rd Dec 2023

New Forest Activities

Join New Forest Activities for a festive paddle on the Beaulieu River to find Santa this Christmas. Enjoy a 90 minute guided tour of the... 

Candlelight Tour

9th Dec 2023 - 9th Dec 2023

Jane Austen’s House

Spend an evening away from the bustle of Christmas preparations and step back in time to enjoy a magical evening at Jane Austen's House. ... 

Evening Owls at Christmas

9th Dec 2023 - 9th Dec 2023

Hawk Conservancy Trust

The Hawk Conservancy Trust will be flying their awesome owls under moonlight at this magical time of year, with a few festive features to get... 

Children’s Christmas Festival

10th Dec 2023 - 10th Dec 2023

The Brickworks Museum

Our smallest but sweetest event of the year is dedicated to everyone who truly believes in magic 😉 Father Christmas will be taking a day out... 

Night Sky Live

12th Dec 2023 - 12th Dec 2023

Winchester Science Centre

Are you ready for a family astro adventure? Head outside with us and discover the stars and planets of the night sky, live! Have you ever... 

A Christmas Carol

14th Dec 2023 - 24th Dec 2023

Beaulieu

Charles Dickens’ timeless classic ‘A Christmas Carol’ returns to Beaulieu this festive season…Bah Humbug! From  14   December –... 

Christmas Concert : A Festival of Choirs

15th Dec 2023 - 15th Dec 2023

Winchester Cathedral

Sung by the Choral Foundation and Guests. Let the wonderful choirs of Winchester Cathedral entertain you with an evening of glorious... 

Waking Up the House Tour

16th Dec 2023 - 16th Dec 2023

Jane Austen’s House

Join Jane Austen's House on Jane Austen's Birthday for an exclusive, early-morning tour of the house Jane Austen knew and loved. In this... 

Tudor Christmas Trail

16th Dec 2023 - 2nd Jan 2024

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

What is a yule log? Who is the Lord of Misrule? Who ate golden boars’ heads and what on earth is wassailing? Uncover the many... 

Festive Fun at Beaulieu

16th Dec 2023 - 1st Jan 2024

Beaulieu

Get ready to enjoy a festive feast of family entertainment this Christmas, together.   Visit us from  16 December – 1 January * to... 

Celebrate a Victorian Christmas at Fort Nelson

16th Dec 2023 - 17th Dec 2023

Royal Armouries Fort Nelson

Step back in time to the Victorian era and join the Fort Nelson garrison community as they get ready for Christmas. The museum’s galleries... 

Christmas Candle Making

16th Dec 2023 - 20th Dec 2023

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Take part in Christmas Candle Making with our Hands on History craft sessions. Create your very own Tudor inspired candle from beeswax, take... 

Cosmic Christmas

16th Dec 2023 - 23rd Dec 2023

Winchester Science Centre

Santa is back in the Planetarium for Cosmic Christmas! Blast off on a live-action immersive festive space adventure for the whole family before... 

Chamber Choir Concert: Advent and Christmas

16th Dec 2023 - 23rd Dec 2023

Winchester Cathedral

Join us for a lunchtime concert of music for Advent and Christmas performed by Winchester Cathedral’s Chamber Choir. Soak up the excitement... 

Children’s Christmas Crafts

18th Dec 2023 - 20th Dec 2023

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

Monday 18 December - Wednesday 20 December, 10am – 2pm, Indoor activities with the Education Team at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens. Enjoy... 

Capture the Candy Canes Laser Tag

19th Dec 2023 - 24th Dec 2023

Laser Squad Laser Tag

The fun doesn’t stop this winter at Laser Squad. Join their festive favourite ‘Capture the Candy Canes’ themed games which are sure to be... 

Winter Explorer Day

19th Dec 2023 - 19th Dec 2023

Gilbert White’s House & Garden

A day of activities for 7–12-year-olds looking at wintery wildlife in winter both inside the museum and in our grounds. The day will include... 

Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols

20th Dec 2023 - 19th Dec 2023

Winchester Cathedral

A performance of one of Britten’s best-loved choral works performed by the Winchester Cathedral Choir and harpist. Wednesday 20th December... 

Meet the reindeer: an enchanting encounter

22nd Dec 2023 - 22nd Dec 2023

Milestones Living History Museum

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Father Christmas and meet his beloved companions! Father Christmas’s reindeer will be visiting... 

Twixmas at Milestones

27th Dec 2023 - 27th Dec 2023

Milestones Living History Museum

Come to Milestones and enjoy some relaxing time out of the house between Christmas and New Year. There will be fun for all of the family!... 

Night Sky Live

11th Jan 2024 - 11th Jan 2024

Winchester Science Centre

Are you ready for a family astro adventure? Head outside with us and discover the stars and planets of the night sky, live! Have you ever... 

Winter Woodland Lights

12th Jan 2024 - 28th Jan 2024

Hawk Conservancy Trust

Friday 12 – Sunday 28 January 2024 5:00pm or 8:00pm (selected dates) The Hawk Conservancy Trust will once again become even more magical,... 

Museum of the Moon at Winchester Cathedral

5th Feb 2024 - 18th Feb 2024

Winchester Cathedral

The Museum of the Moon artwork by artist Luke Jerram is coming to Winchester for the first time in February 2024. Pop into the cathedral to... 

Moon Medley

6th Feb 2024 - 6th Feb 2024

Winchester Cathedral

An unforgettable night of beautiful music and dance under the moon, brought to you by Winchester Cathedral's Choristers alongside Winchester... 

Night Sky Live

8th Feb 2024 - 8th Feb 2024

Winchester Science Centre

Are you ready for a family astro adventure? Head outside with us and discover the stars and planets of the night sky, live! Have you ever... 

Date night under the moon

9th Feb 2024 - 8th Feb 2024

Winchester Cathedral

A relaxed and romantic evening under the moon, enjoy pop-up music experiences in the candlelit surroundings of Winchester Cathedral. A date... 

Mark Thompson in the Moonlight : A Talk

15th Feb 2024 - 8th Feb 2024

Winchester Cathedral

Climate Change, the Planets and Us. Famous science broadcaster and author, Mark Thompson, shares his enthusiasm for the moon, planets and... 

Silent disco under the moon for children

17th Feb 2024 - 8th Feb 2024

Winchester Cathedral

Fun for all the family, grab your dancing shoes for an unforgettable evening as you dance like no one's watching under the moon. Don’t miss... 

Evening Owls

17th Feb 2024 - 17th Feb 2024

Hawk Conservancy Trust

February 17 & 24, March 2, 9 & 16. 6:00pm-8:30pm This spring, join the Hawk Conservancy Trust for a special evening with their... 

Silent disco under the moon for adults

17th Feb 2024 - 17th Feb 2024

Winchester Cathedral

Invite your friends and grab your dancing shoes for an unforgettable disco under the moon. Don’t miss your opportunity to dance the... 

Night Sky Live

5th Mar 2024 - 5th Mar 2024

Winchester Science Centre

Are you ready for a family astro adventure? Head outside with us and discover the stars and planets of the night sky, live! Have you ever... 


Events in Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Looking for things to do in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight? Then look no further. Hampshire has a lot of fantastic events to suit everyone including:

  • Activity trails
  • Seasonal activities
  • Food events
  • Festivals
  • Sporting events
  • Theatre and concert performances
  • Comedy events

Our list is continually updated with fresh events in Hampshire so be sure to check back for new and exciting days out. Come rain or shine, there will be an amazing Hampshire event to visit.

You might also enjoy the below itineraries with specific activities in some of the South’s biggest cities:

Things to do in Winchester
Things to do on the Isle of Wight
Things to do in Southampton
Things to do in Portsmouth

Plus, you can save money on Hampshire attractions with our vouchers.