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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.
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!
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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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Christmas
Alresford
Join Father Christmas as he transports you to Ropley on his magical Father Christmas Express.
Have some jolly, festive fun with his helpers as you ride on a steam train to Father Christmas' Hampshire Hideaway.
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!
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…
Christmas
Southampton
Santa will be taking a break from his busy schedule and will be visiting the park in time for breakfast. Why not join him at the Cedar Rooms Café? Enjoy a hearty breakfast and then pop over to say 'hello'. If you're lucky (and you've been good!) he…
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…
Christmas
Titchfield, Fareham
Santa and his elves have prepared the most magical experience yet in the Stewarts Winter Wonderland which will open on 23rd November until 24th December. You will meet our elves and take a stroll down the magical Winter Wonderland village walkway.…
Music
Winchester
Oh What A Night! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
Valli's unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let's Hang On,…
Christmas
Romsey
Step into the enchanting world of Christmas as the Honeypot Children's Charity hosts its annual Carol Concert at Romsey Abbey. A delightful celebration of music, tradition, and festive cheer, raising funds for young carers. Nestled in the heart of…
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…
Christmas
Whiteley, Fareham
Whether you're after a small celebration with colleagues, a cheers to your group of friends, or a base to meet those far away family members, our award-winning restaurant with its roaring fires is the perfect setting.
With a menu boasting classic…
Talks
Portsmouth
Join us for this unique and unforgettable experience exploring archery in the 16th century.
Discover the world of Tudor archery, explore the museum with a behind the scenes guided tour of our collection, uncover amazing facts about the archers…
Heritage & History
Portsmouth
D-Day 80 will be marked at Fort Nelson with a host of events including a special exhibition, artillery trail and a D-Day weekend.
Christmas
Gosport
Lots to see and do, with entertainment throughout the day presented by Hampshire Cultural Trust.
Christmas
Basingstoke
Get out for some festive fun and shop for some crafty unusual gifts at The Malls' traditional Christmas Market which will be running from Friday 15 November to 31 December.
You’ll find Christmas walkabouts to entertain you whilst you shop…
Christmas
Ryde
Come and join us for our Christmas Fair with over 25 stall holders selling a range of crafts, food and drink from the Island. Free craft activities for all the family to enjoy along with the Christmas All Saints Trail. Christmas story telling in the…
Participatory Event
Wroxall, Ventnor
Spend two unforgettable hours with a member of the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary and experience time behind the scenes.
This fantastic experience is a must for any donkey or animal lovers, giving the chance to feed and interact with the…
Tour
Ryde
Discover more about the iconic hovercraft which takes passengers on their daily commute or for a day visit to the Isle of Wight from Portsmouth. The behind the scenes tour is offers the chance to get up close and personal and learn more about our…
Free Event
Old Portsmouth
The Hotwalls Studios hosts a special two-day Christmas market - featuring the best in locally made goods.
Food
Netley Abbey
The Big Eat is back for 2025 form the 24th till 26th May at the Royal Victoria Country Park in Netley. Entry is free for this celebration of Hampshire Street Food. We will have over 60 street food traders and licensed bars onsite as well as a full…
Family
HAVENSTREET
One of the few attractions open on the Isle of Wight on New Year’s Day!
After the indulgence of the festive season enjoy a relaxing train journey through the stunning Isle of Wight countryside. Settle back in a cosy carriage as you take in the…
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