Southampton Events
What's On Around Southampton
Today to Mon 20 Sep 27, By Distance closest first.
Placeholder Poetry #9: Rosy Carrick, Kat Sinclair
Thu 1 Oct
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...
Guided Walks at St. Denys Church
Today
St. Denys Church Centre, Dundee Road, Southampton SO17 2ND
Heritage Open Day: Enjoy guided walks at a beautiful Victorian church while learning interesting insights into St. Denys Parish Church...
USH Quiz Night
Fri 9 Oct
Upper Shirley High School Hall, Bellemoor Road, Shirley, Southampton SO15 7QU
Join us for the USH Quiz Night to welcome in the new school year. Gather your team (max 8 people) and compete against other parents and staff to be...
Remembrance Sunday ceremony
Sun 8 Nov
Cemetery Rd Southampton SO15 7AF
Friends of Southampton Old Cemetery (FoSOC)
FoSOC is pleased to announce they will be holding a ‘Remembrance Sunday Ceremony ‘, on Sunday 8th...
Blaze Bayley (Iron Maiden Anniversary show)
Fri 16 Oct
Papillon, 61 Commercial Rd, Southampton SO15 1GG
Blaze Bayley celebrates 30 years of the epic Iron Maiden albums he fronted - ‘The X Factor’, ‘Virtual XI’ & ‘Best of the Beast’ - with a short run of...
Rosalie Cunningham
Fri 13 Nov
Joiners, 141 St Mary St, Southampton SO14 1NS
Rosalie Cunningham beams down to Southampton Joiners as part of a huge tour throughout 2026- this raucous and revelatory rockstar puts on one hell of...
Zen Juddhism, Daydream Massacre, Phantom D*ck Itch
Thu 26 Nov
Heartbreakers, 7-9 Hanover Buildings, Southampton SO14 1JW
Mixed bill, all the fun of the fayre, don't be a chump, come along to - Heartbreakers, Southampton - and have a great night with these awesome...
Curiosa (Cure tribute) at Heartbreakers, Southampton
Sat 27 Feb 27
Heartbreakers, 7-9 Hanover Buildings, Southampton SO14 1JW
Curiosa are Berkshire's premier tribute to The Cure, delivering an electrifying live show that captures the sound, style, and atmosphere of one...
Sound of The Sirens at Heartbreakers, Southampton
Fri 21 May 27
Heartbreakers, 7-9 Hanover Buildings, Southampton SO14 1JW
Sound of the Sirens live in Southampton!
We're delighted to welcome one of the UK’s finest folk acts to Southampton for this intimate...
Dakka Skanks at Heartbreakers, Southampton
Fri 11 Jun 27
Heartbreakers, 7-9 Hanover Buildings, Southampton SO14 1JW
Dakka Skanks live in Southampton!
Come and get some UK ska and reggae from this hard-touring act. Fresh from shows with Madness, Neville Staple,...
The Bargate
Today
The Bargate, The High Street, Southampton SO14 2DJ
Heritage Open Day: On 12th - 13th and 19th - 20th of September 2026 we will be opening the Bargate – the very well-known and much loved gateway...
Spooktacular Family Concert with the CSO
Sat 17 Oct
Central Hall, St Mary St, Southampton SO14 1NF
Do you want to get your child interested in classical music? Would you like to see a local orchestra perform some ghoultastic music?...
FREE taster session with the Southampton Rock Choir
Wed 23 Sep, Wed 30 Sep, Wed 11 Nov
St James Road Methodist Church, St James Road, Shirley, Southampton SO15 5HE
Are you looking to join a choir?
The Southampton Rock Choir is led by singing teacher Fraser Simpson...
Castle Vault and Castle Hall
Today
Western Esplanade, Southampton SO14 2BL
Heritage Open Day: Explore the biggest and one of the oldest vaults in Southampton along with the largest building in Southampton Castle to have...
King John's Palace
Today
King John's Palace, Blue Anchor Lane, Southampton SO14 2AD
Heritage Open Day: Visit one of the finest surviving examples of Norman architecture in the country and enjoy interactive historical swordsmanship...
Southampton Ghost Tour
Wed 30 Sep
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...
Southampton Ghost Tour
Wed 25 Nov
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...
Southampton Record Fair
Sat 26 Sep
The 1865 , Brunswick Square. SO14 3AR
35 x 6ft tables of Vinyl also CD,s etc. Many rare items and bargains. Expert sellers from all over the UK.
The West Gate
Today
The West Gate, Westgate Street, Southampton SO14 2AY
Heritage Open Day: Explore The West Gate, one of the gateways into the old town. On the 12th, 13th, 19th and 20th of September we will be opening the...
Southampton International Boat Show
Today to Sun 27 Sep
Mayflower Park, Southampton SO14 2AS
The UK’s ultimate marine festival, is back for its 57th edition, pomising ten action-packed days of boating, water sports and entertainment on the...
The Breath of Life by David Hare
Mon 21 Sep
Maskers Studio Theatre
Off Emsworth Road
Shirley
Southampton SO15 3LX
“Confronting the past can be painful.
Better to let sleeping dogs lie?”
When a woman knocks on your door to confront you about your long term...
God's House Tower
Today
God's House Tower, Town Quay Road, Southampton SO14 2NY
Heritage Open Day: Discover Southampton’s rich history at God’s House Tower. Enjoy free entry to the Stories Behind the Stones exhibition,...
St. Julien's Church, Winkle Street
Today
St. Julien's Church, Winkle Street, Southampton SO14 2NY
Heritage Open Day: Get the opportunity to visit St. Julien's Church, the chapel of the Hospital of St. Julien or God's House founded c...
Alice in Wonderland - The Ballet
Sat 21 Nov and Sun 22 Nov
Berry Theatre
Wildern Lane
Hedge End
Southampton SO30 4EJ
A fantastical ballet for the whole family!
Stunning dancing, much loved characters and super costumes bring the famous tale to life in this magical...
Bishopstoke History Treasure Hunt
Today
Bishopstoke, Bishopstoke, Eastleigh SO50 6DJ
Heritage Open Day: Can you follow the clues and find all of the places to complete the History Treasure Hunt?...
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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.