Southampton Events
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...
FREE taster session with the Southampton Rock Choir
Today
St James Road Methodist Church, St James Road, Shirley, Southampton SO15 5HE
If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!...
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...
The Secret Garden by Francis Hodgsen Burnett
Today to Sun 5 Jul
Maskers Studio Theatre
Off Emsworth Road
Shirley
Southampton SO15 3LX
When the walls come down, life begins to grow
After the death of her parents, young Mary Lennox is sent from India to live with her reclusive...
15 Rothschild Close - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 4 Jul
15 Rothschild Close, Southampton SO19 9TE
Small, 8 metre x 8 metre, modern city garden incorporating family living with lush tropical foliage. A large range of unusual tropical style plants...
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...
Legends of Motown Live at the Plaza Theatre | Romsey
Sat 4 Jul
Plaza Theatre, 40 Winchester Road, Romsey SO51 8JA
Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band,...
Clive New Big Band - Swing & Dance
Today
Duncan Road, Park Gate SO31 1BD
Clive New Big Band. Music for listening or dancing. 1st Wednesday of every month.
We welcome dancers and swing dancers ...
Artful Summer Weekend - Contemporary Arts & Crafts Fair
Sat 4 Jul and Sun 5 Jul
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Jermyns Lane, Ampfield, Romsey SO51 0QA
Artful Summer Weekend - Contemporary Arts & Crafts Fair: 4th & 5th July
The weekend offers a chance to meet the artists and makers behind the...
Premium
Jazz Sunday Lunch
Sun 5 Jul, 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...
Vintage Rose brings BIGGEST Mind,Body,Spirit Fayre to Bishops Waltham
Sun 5 Jul
Jubilee Hall, Bishops Waltham SO32 1ED
Vintage Rose Events is delighted to announce its largest Mind, Body & Spirit event of the year, taking place on Sunday 5th July 2026, from 11am to...
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...
FREE taster session with the Fareham Rock Choir
Mon 6 Jul, Mon 14 Sep
Holy Rood Church, Gosport Road, Stubbington, Fareham PO14 2AS
If you are wanting to find a choir you'll find just what you were looking for with us in the Fareham Rock Choir...
Winchester Record Fair
Sat 4 Jul
Winchester Royal Hotel, Saint Peter Street. Winchester SO23 8BS
A shopping Mall of Records and CD,s etc.
27 x 6ft tables. Many Rare items and bargains. Expert sellers from all over the South
Atrium Live!: Live music with J Fashole-Luke
Fri 3 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Settle in for an evening in the Atrium. With tasty tipples, great sounds, and cosy vibes all night long...
The Lion Inside
Sat 4 Jul and Sun 5 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
'No matter your size, we all have a mouse and a lion inside.’
A heart-warming tale about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who...
The Makings of a Murderer: The Undercover Detective
Sun 5 Jul
Theatre Royal Winchester
21-23 Jewry Street
Winchester SO23 8SB
Join Peter Bleksley, a founding member of Scotland Yard’s undercover unit and former star of Channel 4’s Hunted, as he lifts the lid on the most...
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...
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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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