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.