What's On
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Hampshire has many festivals and special events. Tall ships, pirate shows, live music and spectacular boats make the annual Southampton Boat Show a day out to remember. Don't miss the acclaimed Farnborough Airshow which takes place every two years. And not forgetting all the exciting local food events happening throughout the year to tickle your taste buds.
For those with a nautical interest, Cowes Week, the world's largest regatta, has been a regular fixture in the Solent every August since 1826 and is a truly magnificent spectacle.
Top flight football is played in the county at Portsmouth Football Club and Southampton Football Club and Hampshire Cricket bat at the stunning Rose Bowl, which also plays host to international rock and pop acts.
Motorsport fans can also enjoy a full programme of national car and bike racing at Thruxton, the UK's fastest circuit, near Andover, whilst the world renowned Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival meetings are held annually in nearby Chichester.
Local what's on information is available for Winchester, Portsmouth, Southampton, New Forest and East Hampshire. Hampshire County Council also lists community events for local people.
Don't miss...
Portsmouth International Kite Festival 2012
Dates:
Kite Festival
25th Aug 2012-27th Aug 2012Portsmouth International Kite Festival will take place on Southsea Common for the 20th time this year and promises to be bigger and better than ever. This year the free event has a huge range of guests, both...
Alton Winter Beer Festival
Dates:
Open
17th Feb 2012-18th Feb 2012The beer festival is held in aid of local charities at Alton College. There will be an average of 40 different ales, mainly from Micro Breweries. Also wines, lagers, food and music available at both sessions...
In These Four Walls
Dates:
Performances at 11am, 12.30pm & 2.30pm
18th Feb 2012-18th Feb 2012The Great Hall is the stunning backdrop for a new dance work by Hampshire choreographer Liz Richards. Performed by 20 members of Hampshire Youth Dance Company and 20 members of the local community. The...
Petersfield Musical Festival
Dates:
2012
9th Mar 2012-17th Mar 2012True to the vision of its founders, the heart of this event in Petersfield’s Festival Hall is a choral concert, where choirs from the area combine. Orchestral music is represented by the thriving...
SeaCity Museum
Dates:
SeaCity Museum
10th Apr 2012-31st Dec 2012Southampton’s Titanic Story As the port from which the 1912 white star liner Titanic set sail, Southampton is at the very heart of the Titanic story. Many lives and families were affected by the tragedy....
Beltain, Butser Ancient Farm
Dates:
Open
5th May 2012-5th May 2012This years event will be bigger and better than ever! Join us for our wonderful celebration of the start of Summer. Enjoy a variety of food stalls, licensed bar, bands, and much more, culminating in the...
Matisse: Drawing with Scissors
Dates:
Open
14th Jan 2012-18th Mar 2012The French painter, sculptor and designer Henri Matisse (1869-1954) was one of the 20th century's most influential artists. His vibrant works are celebrated for their extraordinary richness and luminosity of...
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Key Events 2011
Hampshire offers a vibrant programme of special events throughout the year, but here are some of the best known to whet your appetite.
Countryside Events
Hampshire is a largely rural county and there are plenty of events to celebrate our countryside roots, from farmers' markets to agricultural shows.
Key events 2012
A taster of the exciting events taking place in Hampshire next year.
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