Southampton Events
What's On Around Southampton, SO40 2NB
Today to Fri 9 Oct, By Distance closest first.
September Crafternoon Tea
Today and Sat 12 Sep
Southampton Road, Cadnam SO40 2NB
This September, enjoy a relaxing afternoon of creativity at Dobbies’ Crafternoon tea experience, where guests will relax, enjoy a delicious...
Autumn Terrarium Planting Workshop
Fri 9 Oct to Sun 11 Oct
Southampton Road, Cadnam SO40 2NB
Dobbies is hosting the ultimate autumn activity with a themed planting experience. Dobbies’ Green Team will show guests how to create their own...
Join our choir in Southampton for a FREE taster session
Wed 23 Sep, Wed 30 Sep, and more dates until Wed 25 Nov
Colbury Memorial Hall, Main Road, Totton, Colbury, Southampton SO40 7EL
Do you want to learn to sing near you?
The Colbury, Southampton Rock Choir is led by choir leader Fraser Simpson...
Nashville Nights
Today
Totton Football Club, Snows Stadium, Salisbury Rd, Totton, Southampton SO40 2RW
Ticket Price: To be confirmed
The Past Faces of Foxlease Park
Fri 18 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
Foxies Future C I O, Foxlease Park, Clay Hill, Lyndhurst SO43 7DE
Heritage Open Day: Visit Foxlease Park and find out more about the faces that cared for it before! With the site's rich history spanning from...
Ordinary lives, extraordinary legacy
Today to Sun 13 Sep
Abbey United Reformed Church (The church by the arch), The Abbey, Romsey SO51 8EL
Heritage Open Day: Step into the history of our church and community. Discover the stories of Romsey people who helped create the church here today...
Romsey Signal Box
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Romsey Signal Box, Brick Lane, Romsey SO51 8LG
Heritage Open Day: Romsey Signal Box - a Working Museum, with hands-on activities for everyone. Romsey Signal Box has been preserved and restored to...
Tales from the bone floor room: uncovering the everyday histories of King John's House
Sat 19 Sep
King Johns House, 13 Church Street, Romsey SO51 8BT
Heritage Open Day: Dive into the past, present and future of King John's House, with unique access to the bone floor room of fire-damaged...
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...
View the Lord Mayor's Reception Room
Thu 17 Sep
Civic Centre, Civic Centre Road, Southampton SO14 7LY
Heritage Open Day: Come and view the iconic Lord Mayor's Reception Room in the impressive Civic Centre...
Castle Vault with live music
Sat 12 Sep
Castle Vault, Western Esplanade, Southampton SO15 1QF
Heritage Open Day: An inclusive celebration of music of all genres amidst the vibrant cultural heritage of Southampton...
Southampton Quaker Burial Ground
Sat 12 Sep
Brighton Road, Southampton SO17 1XR
Heritage Open Day: Visit the Southampton Quaker Burial Ground originally opened in 1662. History of the Southampton Quaker Burial Ground...
Castle Vault and Castle Hall
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
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...
Southampton International Boat Show
Fri 18 Sep 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 West Gate
Sat 12 Sep, Sun 13 Sep, Sat 19 Sep, Sun 20 Sep
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...
New Forest Bead Fair at Brockenhurst - Free Entry & Refreshments!
Sun 13 Sep
Brockenhurst Village Hall
Highwood Road
Brockenhurst Village Hall, Brockenhurst, Highwood Road SO42 7RY
Bead Fair With Many Semi Precious Beads & Pearls For Making Great Jewellery - imported into the UK this year by MrBead...
Premium
The Undercroft with live music
Sat 12 Sep
38 Upper Bugle Street, Western Esplanade, Southampton SO14 2BJ
Heritage Open Day: A unique opportunity to see Southamptons exceptional mediaeval vaults, presented in conjunction with a free to access music...
St Michael’s Vault with live music
Sat 12 Sep
Vault under 11 St Michael’s Square, Simnel Street, Southampton SO14 2BE
Heritage Open Day: An inclusive celebration of music of all genres amidst the vibrant cultural heritage of Southampton...
A Musical trail of old town Southampton
Sat 12 Sep
St Michael's Square, Bugle Street, Southampton SO14 2AD
Heritage Open Day: Taking in 18 sites within the mediaeval walls of Southampton, we are presenting live music performances, creating totally unique...
King John's Palace
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
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...
Verse in the Vault at Quilter's Vault
Sat 12 Sep
Quilter's Vault, 89 High Street, Southampton SO14 2DY
Heritage Open Day: A poetry party in Quilter’s Vault on Saturday 12 September from 12pm to 5pm ... FREE word wizardry, featuring a gaggle of...
The Bargate
Sat 12 Sep, Sun 13 Sep, Sat 19 Sep, Sun 20 Sep
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...
Music in The City – Lankester’s Vault
Sat 12 Sep
Corner of High & West Street, Western Esplanade, Southampton SO14 2BS
Heritage Open Day: An inclusive celebration of music of all genres amidst the vibrant cultural heritage of Southampton...
God's House Tower
Today to Mon 14 Sep, Thu 17 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
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,...
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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.