Southampton Events
What's On Around Southampton
Today to Mon 3 Aug, By Distance closest first.
Placeholder Poetry #8: Amy Grandvoinet, Abbi Mitchell, Emma Tanner
Thu 23 Jul
the bookshop alehouse, 21 Portswood Rd, Southampton SO17 2ES
Placeholder is home for poetry readings of the avant-garde, challenging, queer and radical. Following the success of this poetry reading series in...
Jane Austen
Sat 18 Jul
Cemetery Rd SO15 7AF
Last year marked the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s death. Due to popular demand, there is now another opportunity to be guided through the Old...
Southampton Ghost Tour
Fri 24 Jul
Outside Tudor House
St Michaels Square
Bugle Street
S014 2AD SO14 2AD
Uncover Southampton’s Atmospheric Past with the Award-Winning Southampton Ghost Tours.
Step into the shadows and explore Southampton’s haunted...
FREE taster session with the Chandler's Ford Rock Choir
Wed 8 Jul, Wed 16 Sep, Wed 23 Sep
Chilworth Parish Hall, (Located behind the Chilworth Arms Public House), Chilworth Road, Chilworth SO16 7JZ
Do you want to learn to sing near you?
The Chilworth Rock Choir is led by local musician Jan Moll...
Twin Oaks Water Garden - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 1 Aug, Sun 2 Aug, Sat 22 Aug, Sun 23 Aug
Twin Oaks Water Garden, Eastleigh SO53 1LW
Suburban water garden. Enjoy spring colour from azaleas, rhododendrons and bulbs, then summer colour from perennials, water lilies and tropical...
Fairweather's Nursery - Open Garden for NGS
Fri 17 Jul and Sat 18 Jul
Fairweather's Nursery, Beaulieu SO42 7YR
Fairweathers hold a specialist collection of over 400 agapanthus grown in pots and display beds, inc AGM award-winning agapanthus trialled by the...
Jazz Sunday Lunch
Sun 2 Aug
Rookery Ave, Whiteley, Fareham PO15 7AJ
Created by our dedicated team of chefs, our Sunday lunch is a firm favourite for any celebration, occasion or treat...
Countryside workshop: Herb Gardens for Wildlife
Sun 12 Jul
Countryside Education Trust, Palace Lane, Beaulieu SO42 7YG
Are you looking to start a herb garden from scratch, or encourage more wildlife to an existing patch?
Have you ever wondered how to help a garden...
Come and Sing Workshop Open to All
Sat 11 Jul
Fareham United Reformed Church, Osborn Road, Fareham PO16 7DG
Come and Sing Workshop with Fareham Philharmonic Choir
Join us for a singing workshop open to all, covering a varied programme of songs:-
Rutter...
Winchester Ghost Tour
Fri 24 Jul
Outside Winchester City Museum
The Square
Winchester SO23 9ES
Uncover Winchester’s Dark Secrets with the Original Winchester Ghost Tour.
Step back in time and explore the shadowy history of Winchester with...
Bye Bye Baby
Fri 10 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Bye Bye Baby is a jaw-dropping tribute to the musical phenomenon Jersey Boys and the timeless, iconic music of Frankie Valli & The Four...
One Night in Dublin
Wed 15 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
The smash-hit Irish music show is back!
Join whiskey-loving fisherman Danny and his straight-talking wife Rosie for a night of laughter, music and...
Seriously Collins
Fri 17 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Seriously Collins – A Tribute to Phil Collins & Genesis
Experience the Magic of Phil Collins and Genesis!...
Fringe Funnies: Comedy Afternoon
Sat 18 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Sat 18 Jul 2026
Experience some top-notch comedy from some top-notch comedians, before they head off to Edinburgh Fringe...
Fringe Funnies: Comedy Evening
Sat 18 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Experience some top-notch comedy from some top-notch comedians, before they head off to Edinburgh Fringe...
Marvin Muoneké's Big Band
Sun 19 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Marvin Muoneké – The Young Man with the Old Soul – returns to Winchester!
Following two sold-out Jazz Nights at Theatre Royal Winchester in 2020...
Timeless Voices of Jazz
Wed 22 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Featuring Musicians from Ronnie Scotts
Timeless Voices of Jazz bring years of experience, performing at the legendary Ronnie Scott's Jazz...
Jay & Joss: It's Not A Game
Thu 23 Jul and Fri 24 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Play with magic. Escape reality.
They’re known to millions as “the boys who made Simon Cowell believe in magic...
The Magic of the Bee Gees
Sat 25 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester, Jewry Street, Winchester SO23 8SB
Direct from London’s West End. . .
Whether you’re a brother or whether you’re a mother, when the feeling's gone and you can't go on,...
K-Pop Live
Sun 26 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
The Ultimate Tribute to the Global K-pop Phenomenon
This Isn’t Just Music. It’s an Experience.
Step into the dazzling world of K-POP — where...
Endgame
Tue 28 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Flabbergast Theatre Endgame
Bold and muscular with haunting physicality and razor-sharp comedy, this gripping staging of Samuel Beckett's...
The Ultimate Commitments and Blues Brothers Experience
Sun 2 Aug
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Two shows in one night from two cult musical comedy films!
Described as absolutely amazing and truly authentic and featuring a full LIVE band, The...
General Auction - Saturday 11 July - Winchester
Sat 11 Jul
Weeke Community Centre, Taplings Road, Weeke, Winchester SO22 6HG
General Auction Saturday 11 July
Auctions In a Day is exactly that:
- Sellers deliver their lots in the morning (9.30-10...
Abbotts Barton Care Home - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 19 Jul
Abbotts Barton Care Home, Winchester SO23 7HB
Our care homes cottage garden offers tranquillity with circular walking routes past vibrant roses and perennial borders...
1 Union Road - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 1 Aug
1 Union Road, Cowes PO31 7TW
A south facing town garden with views of the Solent and plenty of sea air. Planting is tropical and takes full advantage of the many hours of...
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Things to do around Southampton
Southampton is a historic city in Hampshire, England, that has a lot to offer for anyone looking for a fun and memorable day out. Whether you want to immerse yourself in the history and culture of the city, enjoy the natural beauty of the sea and the parks, or have some adrenaline-filled adventures, Southampton has something for everyone. Here are some of the top things to do in Southampton:
- Experience the thrill of sailing, skiing, golfing, and more at the Southampton Water Activities Centre¹, Alpine Snowsports Centre², Southampton City Golf Course³, and Quicksilver Mail⁴. These are great places to have some friendly competition and burn off some energy.
- Learn about the history and legends of Southampton at the Tudor House and Garden, the SeaCity Museum, the Solent Sky Museum, and the Southampton Treasure Trail. These are fascinating places to see artefacts, costumes, planes, and stories from different periods and cultures. ⁵
- Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature at the Mayflower Park, the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, the Marwell Zoo, and the Hythe Ferry. These are lovely places to see a variety of animals, plants, and scenery, and have a relaxing picnic or a leisurely boat ride.
- Have some fun and creativity at the Locked In A Room, the We The Curious, the Houdini's Escape Room Experience, and the Mayflower Theatre. These are fun places to enjoy the immersive games, explore the interactive exhibits, solve puzzles and escape rooms, and watch the latest shows and performances.
Southampton is a great place for a day out or a weekend getaway. With so many attractions and activities to choose from, you'll never run out of things to do in Southampton. Book your tickets online and start planning your adventure today.
Source: Conversation with Bing, 30/01/2024
(1) Fun Activities & Games in Southampton - Tripadvisor. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g186299-Activities-c56-Southampton_Hampshire_England.html.
(2) Events in Southampton | What's On | Visit Southampton. https://visitsouthampton.co.uk/events.
(3) Things to do in Southampton - Visit Hampshire. https://www.visit-hampshire.co.uk/things-to-do/things-to-do-and-attractions-in-southampton.
(4) THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Southampton - 2024 (with Photos) - Tripadvisor. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g186299-Activities-Southampton_Hampshire_England.html.
(5) THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Southampton - Tripadvisor. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g186299-Activities-Southampton_Hampshire_England.html.
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- Experience the thrill of sailing, skiing, golfing, and more at the Southampton Water Activities Centre¹, Alpine Snowsports Centre², Southampton City Golf Course³, and Quicksilver Mail⁴. These are great places to have some friendly competition and burn off some energy.
- Learn about the history and legends of Southampton at the Tudor House and Garden, the SeaCity Museum, the Solent Sky Museum, and the Southampton Treasure Trail. These are fascinating places to see artefacts, costumes, planes, and stories from different periods and cultures. ⁵
- Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature at the Mayflower Park, the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, the Marwell Zoo, and the Hythe Ferry. These are lovely places to see a variety of animals, plants, and scenery, and have a relaxing picnic or a leisurely boat ride.
- Have some fun and creativity at the Locked In A Room, the We The Curious, the Houdini's Escape Room Experience, and the Mayflower Theatre. These are fun places to enjoy the immersive games, explore the interactive exhibits, solve puzzles and escape rooms, and watch the latest shows and performances.
Southampton is a great place for a day out or a weekend getaway. With so many attractions and activities to choose from, you'll never run out of things to do in Southampton. Book your tickets online and start planning your adventure today.
Source: Conversation with Bing, 30/01/2024
(1) Fun Activities & Games in Southampton - Tripadvisor. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g186299-Activities-c56-Southampton_Hampshire_England.html.
(2) Events in Southampton | What's On | Visit Southampton. https://visitsouthampton.co.uk/events.
(3) Things to do in Southampton - Visit Hampshire. https://www.visit-hampshire.co.uk/things-to-do/things-to-do-and-attractions-in-southampton.
(4) THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Southampton - 2024 (with Photos) - Tripadvisor. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attractions-g186299-Activities-Southampton_Hampshire_England.html.
(5) THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Southampton - Tripadvisor. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g186299-Activities-Southampton_Hampshire_England.html.