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Hampshire is set for another exciting year in 2024, 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 include Hampshire in your holiday plans. In 2024 Jane Austen House will also be celebrating its 75th anniversary as a museum before the county marks the 250th anniversary of Jane’s birth in 2025.  

Grab your calendar and start planning your next visit to Hampshire, here are some of the most popular events happening across the county in 2024 including Go Ape Southampton Sundown Adventures (19th October - 9th November 24), Southampton Christmas Light Switch On (Friday 15th November), We Shine Portsmouth (F) (21st - 23rd November), the new White's Eco Light Festival, East Hampshire (21st November - 21st December 24), Winchester Christmas Market (F) (22nd November - 22nd December 2024), Milestones Christmas Market, Basingstoke (30th November - 1st December 2024) all filling the Hampshire calendar to bursting. 

What's on in Hampshire?

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. Hampshire's fertile rural landscape means that food and drink play a big part in the county's event calendar with local produce championed and enjoyed through Farmers' Markets, beer festivals, celebrity visits, and plenty of tasting opportunities!  

Best Christmas Market in Europe - Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market

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The guide below shows our calendar of events in Hampshire. Whether you're looking for What's on in Hampshire 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. 

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  1. Full House Theatre The Worst Princess

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    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…

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    27 June 2025Open 13:30 - 14:30
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    28 June 2025Open 10:30 - 11:30
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    28 June 2025Open 13:30 - 14:30
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    28 June 2025Open 16:00 - 17:00
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    29 June 2025Open 10:30 - 11:30
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    29 June 2025Open 13:30 - 14:30
  2. Murder: Staged

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    Theatre

    Winchester

    Could you get away with murder?

    Following the success of Crime Viral's sell out UK serial killer tour - research psychologist and psychopathy expert Cheish Merryweather will be bringing to the stage for the very first time - Murder: Staged.

    Did…

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    From:
    10 Jan 2025Open 19:30 - 21:50
  3. Gone Too Soon Live: The Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston show

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    Music

    Winchester

    Taryn Charles: A Voice That Moves the Soul

    Prepare to be mesmerised as Taryn Charles graces the stage in Gone Too Soon, Live channelling the legendary
    Whitney Houston and Aretha Franklin with electrifying performances. Known for her jaw-dropping…

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    14 Feb 2025Open 19:30 - 21:20
  4. Visit Father Christmas at Tudor House & Garden

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    Christmas

    Southampton

    Experience the traditional magic of Christmas at Tudor House!

    Join us in Southampton's oldest building for a special visit with Father Christmas in the Banqueting Hall, where each child will receive a quality gift. This festive experience includes…

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    21 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
  5. Winter Woodland Lights

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Weyhill, Andover

    Friday 17 January – Sunday 2 February 2025
    The Hawk Conservancy Trust will once again become even more magical, with beautiful illuminations and a live owl display set in a stunning, colourful woodland.
    This year, we'll take you on a journey to the…

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    17 Jan 2025to19 Jan 2025Open 17:00 - 19:30
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    17 Jan 2025to18 Jan 2025Open 20:00 - 21:30
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    22 Jan 2025to26 Jan 2025Open 17:00 - 19:30
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    24 Jan 2025to25 Jan 2025Open 20:00 - 21:30
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    29 Jan 2025to2 Feb 2025Open 17:00 - 21:30
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    31 Jan 2025to1 Feb 2025Open 20:00 - 21:30
  6. Exhibition: Reaching the Falls

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    Exhibitions

    Selborne, Alton

    To mark the 150th anniversary follow in the footsteps of Frank Oates as he reaches the goal of his 1873-1875 expedition Victoria Falls, and his tragic return journey.

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    15 Oct 2024to31 Jan 2025Open 10:30 - 16:00
  7. Horrorfied

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    Festival

    Farnborough

    Are you prepared to be Horrorfied?

    A new 2 day event for fans of Horror that will include autograph signings, photo shoots, talks, workshops, make-up demos, a hall full of merchandise, displays, selfie spots and so much more! Taking place over the…

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    19 Apr 2025to20 Apr 2025Open 09:00 - 17:00
  8. Michael Morpurgo's Farm Boy

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    Theatre

    Winchester

    A Lichfield Garrick production
    Michael Morpurgo's Farm Boy
    Adapted & directed by Daniel Buckroyd

    It sometimes felt as though time had stood still down on the farm - the old Fordson tractor quietly rusting away at the back of the barn, Grandpa…

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    8 Apr 2025Open 13:00 - 14:00
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    8 Apr 2025Open 16:00 - 17:00
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    9 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 11:30
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    9 Apr 2025Open 13:30 - 14:30
  9. Curious About Portsmouth

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    Walking

    The Hard, Portsmouth

    Have fun (re-)discovering Portsmouth, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air, whilst finding out about this fascinating port. Curious About…

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    3 May 2024to3 May 2025
  10. No Jacket Required: Phil Collins Tribute at Petersfield Festival Hall

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    Music

    Petersfield

    They're back in town!

    ​​​​​​​No Jacket Required have built themselves a reputation as the best and most established Phil Collins tribute in the country!

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    30 Nov 2024Open 19:30 -
  11. Dracula

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    Theatre

    Winchester

    By Bram Stoker
    Adapted from Bram Stoker's novel by Nick Lane

    The time is 1897. Mankind is on the cusp of vast technological change, scientific mastery and media innovation. But poised between traditional beliefs, the threat of the unknown and the…

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    3 Mar 2025Open 19:30 - 22:00
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    4 Mar 2025Open 19:30 - 22:00
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    5 Mar 2025Open 13:30 - 16:00
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    5 Mar 2025Open 19:30 - 22:00
  12. Lantern Parade

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    Community

    Winchester

    Fun for all the family, Winchester Cathedral's popular Winter event returns and everyone is welcome to join in.
    The annual lantern parade returns to Winchester Cathedral, and this year the theme is Christmas Creatures.

    Join Winchester Cathedral in…

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    28 Nov 2024Open 17:30 - 19:20
  13. Visit Father Christmas at Tudor House & Garden

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas

    Southampton

    Experience the traditional magic of Christmas at Tudor House!

    Join us in Southampton's oldest building for a special visit with Father Christmas in the Banqueting Hall, where each child will receive a quality gift. This festive experience includes…

    Dates

    From:
    22 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
  14. Father Christmas: Back in Flight!

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    Outdoor Event / Activities

    Weyhill, Andover

    Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 December
    1.0pm – 3.15pm OR 5.0pm – 7.15pm
    Father Christmas and his magical team of owls will be stopping at the Hawk Conservancy Trust for this special family event. Join the mischievous Evergreen the Elf to get Christmas…

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    21 Dec 2024Open 13:00 - 15:20
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    21 Dec 2024Open 17:00 - 19:20
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    22 Dec 2024Open 13:00 - 15:20
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    22 Dec 2024Open 17:00 - 19:20
  15. Reg Meuross

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    Music

    Winchester

    Fire & Dust Preview Show

    "Reg's terrific songs tell Woody's life story with respect and affection, but also truth." - Pete Townshend

    Award-winning Reg Meuross was introduced onto the stage of the Albert Hall by Mike Harding as "one of this…

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    16 Jan 2025Open 19:30 - 21:10
  16. Fareham Town Centre Lights Switch On Indoor Christmas Market

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    Christmas

    Fareham

    Come to celebrate Fareham Town Centre Lights Switch On and visit the Indoor Christmas Market taking place inside the previous Clarks shop in Fareham Shopping Centre.

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    23 Nov 2024to24 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
  17. Winter Woodland Lights at Hawk Conservancy Trust

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    Christmas

    Weyhill, Andover

    Winter Woodland Lights is back! This January, the Hawk Conservancy Trust will once again, become even more magical, with beautiful illuminations and a live owl display set in a stunning, colourful woodland.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Jan 2025to2 Feb 2025
  18. Visit Father Christmas at Tudor House & Garden

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas

    Southampton

    Experience the traditional magic of Christmas at Tudor House!

    Join us in Southampton's oldest building for a special visit with Father Christmas in the Banqueting Hall, where each child will receive a quality gift. This festive experience includes…

    Dates

    From:
    23 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
  19. Winchester Hat Fair 2024

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    Festival

    Winchester

    Hat Fair is the UK’s longest continually running festival of outdoor arts. Founded in 1974 by Jonathan Kay, Hat Fair inspires and is inspired by the people, heritage and public spaces within the city of Winchester. The aim is to shine a light on the…

    Dates

    From:
    5 July 2025to7 July 2025
  20. Visit Father Christmas at Tudor House & Garden

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas

    Southampton

    Experience the traditional magic of Christmas at Tudor House!

    Join us in Southampton's oldest building for a special visit with Father Christmas in the Banqueting Hall, where each child will receive a quality gift. This festive experience includes…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00